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    Jason W.

    I had a lot of disappointments when it came to alterations before I met Cathy. I was tempted not to write this review because I wanted to keep her to myself. Not only has she altered several clergy items to my specifications, but she also understands men's tailoring when it comes to alterations. As long as she is open for business I will never go to anyone else. Her pricies are fair and her turnaround is reasonable.

    She hemmed my dress and took it in at the waist and hips
    Angela B.

    Cathy did my wedding dress and three of my bridesmaids dresses and they all came out absolutely perfect! She was very knowledgeable and finished all the dresses in a timely manner. She is my go to lady for alterations now!

    My MOH dress at my BFF's wedding at the Atlantis Casino in Reno, NV.  6.5 months pregnant with my first, Madison Ann Marie!

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    2 months ago

    Omg she is incredible and price is reasonable. She fixed my daughter in law wedding dress and it came out perfect. Stunning work.

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    9 months ago

    hemmed my festival outfit in less than a week for $15 very good quality and service. I highly recommend this place.

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    10 months ago

    Rose was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and quick service. She helped us with several outfits for an Indian wedding and did a great job!

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    2 years ago

    Had two pairs of pants altered in the waist. Rose was pleasant to deal with and the work was great!! very reasonable price as well.

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    3 years ago

    Great work, and super fast. Rose turned my dress from unflattering and poorly fitting to the perfect dress for my body

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    2 years ago

    Great service and work done perfectly. My dress came out amazing and even before she had said she'd have it done by.

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    7 years ago

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    5 years ago

    Great experience! She did a great job in both of my bridesmaids dress for a super affordable price.

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    7 years ago

    Cathy has done all of my daughter's high school dance dresses and has never failed us. Quick, easy to deal with and does an excellent job.

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    10 years ago

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    5 years ago

    She always did my daughters gowns. She has been doing this for years and is VERY good. I highly recommend her.

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    6 years ago

    Cathy is amazing! Very accommodating! Highly recommend! Best of all, her prices are very reasonable.

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    5 years ago

    She did my prom dress for me a did a perfect job the only thing was trying to get a hold of her but overall I would definitely recommend.

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    6 years ago

    Cathy hemmed my gown that I'm wearing for my daughters wedding. She did a wonderful job for a good price; and within the time projected!

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    9 years ago

    Cathy was wonderful she took me in a time crunch and had it done! Thank you so much for all your work and for getting me in last minute

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    8 years ago

    Cathy was great, she always gets it done in the time allowed and is very reasonable as well.

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    7 years ago

    Cathy did a great job fixing a dress and pants for a wedding. I found her through yelp, she did a good job and was able to do it on time.

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    10 years ago

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    8 years ago

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    7 years ago

    Cathy is my go to seamstress. I have been going to her for alterations for three years and always happy with results. Highly recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Cathy's Designs

    I have curtains that need to be hemmed/altered is that something you can do?

    Yes. Just call 925-634-9855 to make apt.

    Hello, I have 2 dresses that needed hemmed, one is a single layer satin dress and another for a chiffon dress with an inner layer. Need it by end of the month, would you be available and for how much for the 2 dresses? Thank you!

    Call 925 634 9855. Rose is in the shop today and can answer your questions.

    Hi I have a bridesmaids dress that needs to be taken in at the waist and hemmed, and the wedding is in two weeks! Can you please help me?

    Call the shop 925-634-9855 and leave a message. We will call you back to set up appointment on Tuesday, so you can have it back in time.

    Hi there is this business still open? Ive been trying to call but havent been able to get through.

    Shop is open on Tues and Thrus. If you leave a voice message at 925-634-9855 it will be returned on those days and fitting appointments made.

    Do you alter jeans like shorten it? If so, how much? Thanks!

    Yes. Hemming pants is usually $12.

    I have a formal mother of the bride dress that needs hemming before May 22 do you have availability?

    Yes, call 925-634-9855 to make apt.

    Hi, I have a formal dress that needs to be shortened for an event I'm attending on April 15th, would you be able to accommodate this, and if so can I please have a quote? I can provide a picture of the dress as well, it's 100% polyester.

    Yes, we can get it done for your event. Single layer hem is $22. More for extra wide, lined, beaded, lace, etc. you can call and leave a message if I don't answer and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

    By chance are you able to alter a custom made service dog vest? It's made from my military uniform.

    I am unable to at this time. The shop will remain closed through the rest of the year while undergo cancer treatments and recovery.

    Are you able to hem up a jumpsuit by this thurs?

    Sorry, I can not do rushes this week.

    Hi, are you able to alter a dance costume?

    I will be back in studio Wed. the 28th. Call for apt. 925-634-9855

    I bought a dress for a wedding that is velvet and long. I would like it to have a split and my flight leaves Monday afternoon. Do you have availability?

    Sorry, I close at 7 pm on Fri and don't open until 8am Tues.

    I need a bridal jumpsuit made for my vow renewal ceremony?

    Call Marcia at 925-759-6869 for custom made clothing,

    Is Cathy able to taper men's slacks?

    Yes I taper slacks. I'll be back in shop Tues, call for apt.

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    I have had her replace a broken zipper in a leather skirt, hem many pairs of lined pants and shorten sleeves on two jackets.

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