I cannot recommend Michelle Ballard for bridal alterations. After paying $560 for a hem, bustle,…read moreand strap adjustments, my wife's gown was returned unwearable. We took the dress to a reputable bridal shop for a second opinion, and they confirmed the straps were shortened far beyond standard measurements for that size. Most disturbingly, when the dress wouldn't zip due to the over-shortened straps, Michelle's professional advice was for my wife to go on a 'strict diet' to fit into the dress. We have provided side-by-side photographic proof of the error to the business, but they have refused a full refund. If you are a bride-to-be, please be aware that if a technical mistake is made here, you may be blamed for it and left with a damaged dress and no recourse. We have filed a formal complaint with the Illinois Attorney General.

Michelle does excellent work! I have brought many of my items and of my son to her. Her prices are…read morevery reasonable. I don't want to go to anyone else. I am sure there isn't anyone better than her.

Six days prior to leaving the country for my daughter's wedding, I visited Erika's store to have a…read moreblazer's sleeves lengthened. I dropped it off to her on Thursday, 10/9/25, explaining that I was flying out of the country for the wedding the following Wednesday. She accepted the job and assured me that my blazer would be ready on Saturday, 10/11/25, by 12:00 pm, She explained that she was closed on that following Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday of the following week. On Saturday, about a quarter til 12:00 PM, I arrived at the store to discover that the lights were off with no one present. I waited over an hour and made numerous attempts to contact her directly. I called several times, leaving voice messages and text messages, but received no response for over 2 weeks. In summary, I did not receive my blazer for my daughter's special day. I was forced to find something else to wear which was an added stressor for my daughter and family. Today, over two weeks since I dropped my blazer off, I contacted Erika, who finally answered the phone. She informed me that due to limited parking and her inability to walk, the store was closed on Saturday. She never took accountability for failing to reach out to me, only mentioning that she had not checked her messages. She cavalierly mentioned that I could collect the blazer today and pay full price because she "completed the job". With business practices such as this, you might want to consider another seamstress; someone who is accountable for their work and fulfills the job on or before the agreed upon date. Erika displayed a complete lack of communication, unsuitable follow-up, unprofessionalism and inconsideration.

Finally an excellent seamstress in O'Fallon, IL. Hemmed my dress and attached underskirt perfectly.read more

Terrible. They told us dress uniforms would take a week. We came 8 days later and they hadn't even…read morestarted. Then they told us they charged us wrong and need 50 more dollars. So it took longer than promised and charged us more money. Absolutely insane! Should not be allowed on post. An embarrassment to the installation.

Not the best... Dropped jeans off for hemming and they told me what day they'd be ready. Put a…read morereminder on my calendar and stopped in to pick them up, but they weren't ready.

Thank you Sylvia! Fantastic job! Best price & great value in town! I recommend Coffey's!read more

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They were quick with replacing a zipper on a jacket. Unfortunately, they did not use the same type…read moreof zipper that was on the jacket prior, they used a much larger zipper zipper. If you go there be specific of what you want.

I took my coat in for a new zipper and needed it in two days. She said no problem, had it ready…read morewhen I walked in and only charged me $24. My zipper works great and I will be taking all my alterations there!!

On time perfect job. Very courteous and reasonable cost and very nice crew. I would not hesitate to…read morego there again

I tried two other places to replace a zipper pull on a vintage Louis Vuitton Speedy. Both said…read morethey could not attach the leather with the LV brass insignias, in a last ditch effort I tried JG on Watson and Jose was able to install a perfectly matched zipper pull and the leather as well. Jose is a master artisan! I'm very grateful. The bag is fully restored to its original beauty! Thank you so very much! Lori H.

I'm so impressed with JG's ability to match a new leather with a VERY worn cushion that was, quite…read moreliterally, held together with duct tape! From a reasonable quote, to a fair estimate that saved us money, to the custom leather repair, I'm so glad we were encouraged to give JG a call! We were so close to sending this couch to the dump, but here she is in her restored glory! JG patiently listened to us describe the color and worked to find the right one for the job. Highly recommend!

HORRIBLE SERVICE, the staff is horrendously rude... thats sad. 4 days before my wedding I'm picking…read moreup my wedding dress completely wrinkled and with skid marks on my train and pen marks that they said would come out with steaming. as i was getting my dress on, i overheard them talking shit how they cant do anything further to my dress. Fuck you guys, thank you for ruining my dress 4 days before my wedding.

I wish I could leave ZERO stars. This is the most disgustingly rude business I've seen in a very…read morelong time!!!!! I had 6 hats there for THREE WEEKS waiting on 1 patch to be sewn on per hat. I've checked in twice in that time & was told they would be done within a day. I just left and they're still NOT DONE!!!! She tells my husband 'It's not my fault we're down a seamstress!' Excuse me?! I called afterwards & she proceeds to tell me how she COULD'VE done it today but she's not dealing with his bad attitude. Ma'am WHAT?! You had us waiting almost a month without any communication, apology, or transparency on your staffing issues and you don't understand someone being upset???? Neither me or my husband yelled, cursed, name called, or did anything to disrespect anyone there. I would love to say the conversation ended nicely but she was further disrespectful by hanging up in my face. DO NOT EVER WASTE YOUR DIME OR TIME ON THIS PISS POOR ESTABLISHMENT!!!!!

Great quick laundry that does dry cleaning and starch…read more They will even express your stuff for only a dollar extra.

The place was clean. The parking was good. The time for competition was reasonable. Actually really…read morequick. Dottie was very kind. Would recommend. Will return.