The Seamstress

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Quality Perfection Flexible hours. Meeting and communicating with people and being useful. Love sewing. Love seeing people happy when they leave. And even more I love when they return :)

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Hired 7 times

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Excellent 4.9

14 reviews

93%

Courtney B.

Aug 17, 2013

"Alina went above and beyond what I could have ever asked for! I came to her to make a tulle sash for my wedding dress. Not only did she make me a beautiful sash, but she saved my wedding dress. I had my dress altered by another company and when it was done, I was handed back an ill fitting, frayed and in some places unraveled Chantilly lace dress. I was distraught because this was just days before my wedding, I thought there was no hope in making it better. Alina saw the problems with the dress right away. She fixed the issues that evening with the fit (correcting the bust, figuring out what was creating the bump in the stomach area, taming the frayed and unraveled lace, and sewing in holders so the bra strap didn't slide up my back). She even took the extra time to figure out a better way to bustle my dress. I will only entrust Alina with my alterations from now on. I highly recommend her!"

The Seamstress's reply

Thank you Courtney! I can't believe you took the time right before your wedding day to write this much wonderful stuff about my work. I sure wish you have a beautiful wedding, enjoy it!

Shirley D.

Aug 21, 2013

I purchased a formal evening gown online, and when it arrived the bodice was too large - the "v" was too deep , and what was supposed to be an empire waist was closer to my natural waist. It obviously needed alterations to make it work well. I called The Seamstress on Tuesday to inquire about alterations, stating that I needed the gown completed in a week. Alina was able to book an appointment for that evening, and sent me her address by text message - easy for me to pop into the map app on my phone. I arrived a little early, but that did not appear to be a problem. Her workroom is in the lower level of her home. It was very neat and clean and well appointed. She first examined the gown, then we discussed what I thought I needed. She had me change into the gown, and within just a few minutes had pinned the gown so that it fit me correctly. After I changed back to normal clothes, she told me the cost would be $40 plus tax, and asked when I would need the gown. I suggested the following week, and she said she could have it ready the next day. Early the next morning, I received a text from her telling me the alterations were complete! 24 hours after dropping the gown off, I was back in the gown and the fit was perfect. The workmanship and attention to detail was amazing as well. Where she altered the shoulders, she took the time to put back into the dress the hanging loops. She also fixed a hook and eye that had come loose at the back. I could not be happier. I've already told three of my girlfriends about "The Seamstress" and I know I will be telling many more. Thank you Alina for the lovely work and quick service!

The Seamstress's reply

I just love it when I can make people happy. They in return make me grow . Thank you for trusting in me Shirley :)

Beth R.

Oct 15, 2013

Alina did a fabulous job with the alterations on my bridesmaids dress. And I'm not talking little, easy alterations. I'm talking total dress reconstruction, here. See, the bride wants what the bride wants, and my sister only wanted dresses from J. Crew that didn't come in my size. I ordered the largest size they had and began the hunt for a good seamstress. Even though she's in Bellevue and I'm in West Seattle, I chose Alina because she had five star reviews on every site I checked and had done a lot of work with formal and wedding attire. I didn't want to risk my dress on someone who had less than stellar reviews. We talked about what needed to be done, Alina took a look at the dress, gave me a price that was right around where I figured it would be (quite frankly, she should have charged me more), and she got started. She was great about texting me pictures of the dress at different stages--including when it was completely cut in half-- and worked with me through three dress fittings until I had a dress that not only fit, but looked like it had, in fact, come in my size in the first place. On the day of the wedding, you couldn't tell it had been massively altered. My husband also had her alter his suit (pants and jacket), and she did a great job on that too. I can't recommend Alina enough. She made a scary alterations situation very painless and I will definitely use her again. I have been and will continue to tell everyone I know how fantastic she is!

The Seamstress's reply

Beth, I am glad you chose me to work on your dress, it was exiting, I could not wait to see it fit you perfect. Thanks for reaching out to me. And thanks for wonderful words !!! Now I want pictures of you wearing the Dreass :))

Carol M.

Sep 18, 2014

Alina is very professional and extremely pleasant to work with. I found Alina on Angie's List and was impressed with the number of "A" ratings and reviewers' comments. I needed to hem my Tae Kwon Do uniform but due to an impending promotion belt test (and family emergency) I was unable to give an acceptable lead time. Alina was very accommodating to my circumstances and was able to turnaround the job within 24 hours! I found her prices to be comparable to other tailors and have heard that she's willing to work with you to match her competitor's rates. Alina is an excellent craftswoman who takes pride in her work and listens to what you need done. Moreover, although I live in Lynnwood, it was very easy to locate her address if traveling down I-405. I highly recommend hiring The Seamstress for all of your alteration needs.

Dylan L.

Apr 21, 2013

She stitched and fixed all my business long sleve shorts, they look as good as new. I'm very happy with her work.

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge by project, by seams, by layers. When I don't know the cost because I never worked on exact seam before, or something I never estimated before, I would charge by the hour. If only consultation is needed, or measuring, or let's say the bride decided to go with another seamstress, I still need to be paid for the time it took. Let's say if you scheduled an apointment with me expect to pay for it 40$ by the hour, as I plan and schedule every hour with different person, I will not have another customer to replace that cancelation or mind changing on alteration. So it's important to cancel 24 hours prior to apointment to avoid that fee and let another customer use that time. I don't mind and try to give free estimates via text and pictures, whenever I am in between my customers or at my son's activities. Please try your dress on prior to fitting time to be sure weather or not you need to schedule that apointment with me. Also be sure to tell me exactly what you want altered for price quote. Have clear pictures ready to text me if require. Number of layers in the dress, and any details that would help with deciding on estimation of the cost on the project.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Every bride is my new customer. We start by texting and discussing what needs to be altered and if possible discuss price. Schaduled day and time for fitting. Usually one to two fitting. Last fitting is for pick up the dress.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Family business. Learned sewing from my mom. Then graduated from Special European sewing school in Ternopil, Ukraine. Many years of sewing experience, since childhood. Sewing is all I have done all my life.

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