There's a reason for so many good reviews. Even with a serious hand injury requiring surgery- she…read moremeasured me, offered suggestions, and told me when an item was not worth tailoring. She had the tailoring completed when promised even with the surgery. I will return for any other work I need.

I had a jacket made but came much too big. Galina did a wonderful job and it looks beautiful!…read moreResponded very quickly through the yelp app and was reasonably priced!

Had a request to get a tux tailored which Maria's shop did excellently. It was on time, fit…read moreperfectly and only cost $56 which is very reasonable, especially on a tight time frame. Picking up the tux, they remembered me, even though I picked up the tux a week late which makes a customer feel valued. Also, ask them about their Cretian "Mati" hanging up. If you know, you know. Five starts and will definitely come back for my tailoring needs.

Service, price and quality of job. They were on time with the job. No more thoughts to add.read more

Olena is more than a "Sewing Cinderella", I'm calling her Grand Rapid's "Sewing Fairy Godmother"! I…read morehad a couture dress for a fundraiser event and just my luck, the zipper broke just 4 days before the event. I found Olena on Yelp and she was able to squeeze me in the very next day - Godsent! She gave great professional advice about my zipper situation and was able to work her magic and change an off track zipper into a paneled corset backed dress. It made the dress so much more comfortable and I received so many complements at the event! She's timely, a Sewing Fairy Godmother, and will have your wedding or formal dress looking amazing. Thank you, Olena!

They only do dresses not regular clothes but they responded promptly and politely which is rare…read morethese days.

It would have been nice if they would have responded to messages left. It would have been really…read morenice if they hadn't left the raw hem on my husbands wedding pants at the length they were supposed to be cuffed at.

From the owner: * By Appointment Only *…read more Welcome! I’m Chele, the bridal seamstress behind Sewing Hands Alterations. I work exclusively on wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and mother-of-the-bride gowns, offering high-level craftsmanship for the moments that matter most. If you’d like to get in touch or book an appointment, please visit my website—everything runs through there, including scheduling. I don’t handle booking or inquiries through Yelp. With years of experience in bridal construction and redesign, I specialize in delicate lace work, intricate beading, structural adjustments, and thoughtful custom changes that elevate your gown while honoring your vision. Every bride is unique, and your appointment includes a full evaluation of your gown, a walkthrough of the alterations needed, and a written quote after I’ve seen the dress in person. I do not provide services for menswear, everyday clothing, winter coats, or home decor. My goal is to make your experience personal, reassuring, and enjoyable. From start to finish, I’m here to help you feel confident, comfortable, and beautiful in the gown you’ve chosen for your once-in-a-lifetime day.

Twice in last year I've needed some light alterations on suits and pants. Karen went over and…read moreabove to get it done on time and exactly as I expected each time. So nice to have such a great local business in the area. Highly recommend.

She's AMAZING! I called her a month before my wedding needing my dress altered, straps attached,…read moreand a busle for my train. She got me in a week or so later, she redid the busle because she didn't like how it looked and she wanted the best. Measured the straps and one week I came back and my dress was PERFECT. without a doubt I'll be going back for any future needs. She also MADE my sister's wedding dress back in 2018. That's how I found her for my wedding this year of 2021. I tell everyone about her. She is quick, responds fast and well, is very nice and makes sure what you want is done and done how you want and best way possible.

Great job finishing my cross stitch projects. Highly recommend Jenny! Has done alterations for me…read morealso.

Jenny made this whale coat for me from a pattern she helped me find and she found the cutest whale…read morepatterned fabric for it! I love the hand done details of the sewing and the lining is so amazing!

I don't even know where to begin- Lori is so kind, quick,…read moreand professional! My ballroom wedding dress is a very unique material and I was so worried about having it altered.. until I had a consultation with Lori. She got my dress in and out in just a few short weeks and it fit me perfectly! Not to mention Lori is one of the sweetest ladies! Highly recommend!

Lori is amazing! She altered a bridesmaids dress for me, EXTREMELY last minute, and it's absolutely…read moreperfect. She listens and makes sure everything is the way you want it and does it all with a smile! So happy I found this place, great experience.