Stitch & Steam · Singapore
Female Tailor &
Seamstress
Every fitting is with a female tailor, at our appointment-only studio in Canberra, Singapore. Alterations and repairs for clothes you already own, quoted before work begins.
Alterations & Repairs
A fitting that
feels like you
Looking for a lady tailor? From a dress hem to a new zip, this is the work we take on.
Everyday dresses and gowns by assessment
Dresses & Gowns
Hems, straps and fit adjustments for everyday dresses and occasion wear. Gowns are assessed individually; the fabric, lining and available seam allowance determine what can be changed.
An easier everyday fit
Blouses & Tops
Refine the fit of blouses, shirts and tops through the body and sleeves. We discuss how you want the garment to feel, then check its construction before recommending the work.
Bottoms refined for your proportions
Skirts & Trousers
Shorten a hem, refine the waist or adjust a trouser leg. Bring your intended shoes so the length can be assessed properly. Letting out depends on the fabric left inside the seams.
Restoring longevity and function
Repairs & Finishing
Repair loose seams, replace a damaged zip or restore missing buttons. We assess the condition of the garment and explain the repair before you decide.
Every Stitch Considered.
Pricing
Know the work,
know the price
Starting rates below are drawn from our standard alteration prices. Your final quote is confirmed at the fitting before any work begins.
Express alterations available with a surcharge — within 24 hours (2.5×), 3 days (2×), or 5 days (1.5×).
These are studio alteration prices. The Stitch Edit is a separate private home-visit offer with a minimum S$500 alteration order per visit.
Your Studio Appointment
One tailor,
a considered fitting
Bring the clothes you want to wear more often. Your tailor assesses the fit with you, explains what is possible and agrees the work before you commit.
01
WhatsApp Consultation
Send photos of your garments and requested changes via WhatsApp for initial assessment.
02
Studio Fitting Appointment
Visit our Canberra studio by appointment. The full studio address is shared only after confirmation, located a ten-minute walk from Canberra MRT or accessible via buses 883 or 861.
03
Agreement & Timeline
Confirm the work, price and timeframe before alterations begin. Standard turnaround is approximately two weeks; express options are subject to availability. Collection or delivery is agreed with you.
Before Your Fitting
A little preparation,
a better fit
- 1
Bring clean garments so the fabric and fit can be assessed properly.
- 2
Bring the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear with the item for an accurate fit assessment.
- 3
Clearly communicate your reference garment or specific areas of concern (e.g., tight waist, long sleeves).
The Alteration Process
From consultation to final fit
Step 01
Book a Session
Choose a suitable time for a personalised consultation and fitting via our website. Your slot is instantly confirmed.
Step 02
Consultation & Pinning
We assess the garment on-body, understand how you want it to fit, and recommend adjustments based on proportion, movement and wearability.
Step 03
Carefully Refined
Your garments will be altered and ready in 2 weeks. Free delivery for East Canberra HDB residents.
No shortcuts. No guesswork.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about
female tailor & seamstress
Yes. Every studio appointment at our Canberra location is with a female tailor, and the exact address is shared once your appointment is confirmed.
Customers use female tailor, lady tailor and seamstress to describe the person they prefer to see for a fitting. At Stitch & Steam, your fitting and alterations are handled by a female tailor; book a studio appointment and tell us which garments need attention.
Yes. We alter trousers, jeans and shirts as well as dresses, blouses and skirts. The service is not limited to women; each garment is assessed for the work it needs.
Our studio is in Canberra, Singapore. Please confirm an appointment before visiting so we can share the exact address after confirmation.
Yes, through The Stitch Edit, our separate private home-visit service. It is designed for six or more garments and has a minimum S$500 alteration order per visit, with private consultation, fitting and transport included. Visits are subject to assessment and appointment availability; a home fitting is not a promise that all sewing is completed on site.
This service is for altering and repairing clothing you already own, rather than making bespoke garments from scratch. Send photos before booking so we can advise on the proposed changes.
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Book your
appointment
WhatsApp us with your garment details and preferred date. We confirm availability and the full address after booking. Professional tailoring studio in Canberra, Singapore.