Alterations and Mending Services

PA sales tax (6%) will be added to all alterations on any item that is not everyday clothing (for example formal wear, athletic apparel, or costumes). Click here to view additional terms and conditions of service.

    • Hemming for pants, per layer - $19.26

    • Waistband alterations for pants - $20.00

    • Altered fit for pants (leg seam, crotch), per alteration - $20.00

    • Pants zipper replacement (includes cost of zipper) - $25.00

    • Hemming for everyday A-line skirts and dresses, per layer - $19.25

    • Hemming for A-line formal dresses, per layer - $30.00

    • Hemming for full/circle skirts or ballgowns, per layer - $35.00

    • Waistline alterations for skirts - $20.00

    • Skirt and dress zipper replacement (includes cost of zipper) - $25.00

    • Altered fit of dress bodice, per alteration, without lining - $20.00

    • Altered fit of dress bodice, per alteration, with lining - $25.00

    • Altered fit of dress bodice, per alteration, with lining AND beadwork, applique, or lace - $45.00

    • Straps taken in or let out, without sleeves - $19.25

    • Corset back added to formal dress - $50.00

    • Add/remove/alter dress or skirt slit - $15.00

    • Altered fit for shirts and blouses, per alteration - $20.00

    • Sleeves shortened or otherwise adjusted - $22.50

    • Straps taken in or let out (without sleeves) - $19.25

    • Jacket or coat zipper replacement (includes cost of zipper) - $30.00

    • Sleeves shortened or otherwise adjusted on suit jacket or coat, without lining - $22.50

    • Sleeves shortened or otherwise adjusted on suit jacket or coat, with lining - $28.00

    • Suit jacket or coat shortened at hem, without lining - $34.00

    • Suit jacket or coat shortened at hem, with lining - $39.00

    • Suit jacket or coat or coat taken in or let out at waist, without lining - $22.50

    • Suit jacket taken in or let out at waist, with lining - $28.00

    • Arm hole or shoulder adjustment for suit jacket or coat, without lining - $28.00

    • Arm hole or shoulder adjustment for suit jacket or coat, with lining - $34.00

    • Pockets added or extended (up to 2) - $25.00

    • Button or clasp replacement - $10.00

    • Decorative patch added, per patch - $12.00

    • Mending and repairs for holes and tears, per area - $15.00

    • Adjust or replace zipper, boning, or cups due to other alterations (per item) - $5.00

We do not offer alterations for bridal wear (wedding dresses, veils, etc.). However, we will be happy to recommend other local sewists who can accommodate you.

We also do not accept individual commissions for costumes, cosplays, or custom clothing, but we can alter existing items brought to us.