Bridal Gown Seamstress, Custom Fittings & Alterations

Job overview

Compensation is $30–$40 per hour. The Bridal Gown Seamstress, Custom Fittings & Alterations role is an independent-contractor opportunity serving local brides in Windsor, CT. ; the contractor sets rates within platform guidelines. Thimble Alterations provides bookings through its platform. The seamstress conducts gown fittings and alterations, tailoring each dress to the bride’s preferences and explaining options and timelines. The role also handles related wedding attire and builds a public profile to support repeat referrals.

What you'll do

• Conduct first, second, and final fittings
• alter wedding gowns through hemming, side seams, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, and sleeve modifications
• create bustles suited to the dress and bride’s preference
• handle bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride gowns, and ceremony attire
• explain alteration options, timelines, and expectations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bridal gown seamstress

custom fittings

wedding gown alterations

hemming

bodice shaping

bustles

windsor ct

thimble alterations

independent contractor

local bookings

bridal attire

customer fittings

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Independent contractor sets schedule and rates within platform guidelines; bookings come from local brides; a reliable workspace with adequate fitting and steaming space is required.

About the employer

Thimble Alterations is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.