A pair of jeans is being mended with a sewing machine.

Did you know that 85% of clothing ends up in a landfill within a year of being produced? Help combat textile waste by mending and altering existing clothing instead of buying new!

Process & Pricing

Schedule a fitting and bring your garment(s) or softgoods that you want altered or mended. Bring in 4+ pieces at once and receive a 10% discount.

The following is an estimate of the minimum cost associated with particular common alterations and repair work. Please note that individual projects may vary based on details like how difficult the fabric is to work with and garment complexity.

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Base Prices for Mending & Alterations

  • Reattach strap on tote bag or tank top: $10+
  • Sew snap on button-down shirt: $15+
  • Shortening spaghetti straps: $20+
  • Hem jeans/chinos: $25+
  • Sew on an embroidered patch: $25+
  • Hem shirt sleeves (no cuff): $30+
  • Hem tee shirt, button-down shirt: $30+
  • Hem skirt (by machine, no lining): $45+
  • Jeans darning (crotch or knee): $45+
  • Shorten sleeves on shirt (with cuff): $45+
  • Fix worn shirt cuffs: $45+
  • Take in side seams of shirt or dress (no lining): $35+
  • Replace zipper: $55+
  • Shorten jacket or blazer sleeves: $65+
  • Skirt/dress hems (by hand): $75+
  • Resize jacket or blazer: $130+
  • Formal gown alterations: $150+

Beading, sequins, feathers, velvet, vinyl, leather, fur, and other fabrics that require special equipment, skills and care will incur additional charges.

If you have questions about a particular project or would like a quote for services prior to scheduling your appointment, please send an email (with photos) to hello@spokesandstitches.com.