I wouldn't have found this place if it hadn't been recommended to me by some of the staff in Marks…read moreand Spencer in Kilmarnock. They take clothes there for repairs and alterations and explained that, not only is the work always of the highest standard, but probably cheaper than anywhere else. What higher recommendation could you ever need?!! Almost needless to say, I took some clothes straight down to the shop (which you'll find just round the corner from 'Subway' through the door on the left and up the stairs) and left them (along with a deposit) with a friendly lady there. A few days later I went back to pick up the clothes, which were beautifully repaired, and to pay the balance of a few pounds. Certainly cheap for such professional work and I shall definitely return when I need any more sewing done!

First time I've used a tailor so wasn't sure about the whole thing. Asked for a new denim jacket to…read morebe reduced in size. Less than 24 hours later, the alterations looked professional, hardly tell it had been worked upon, and finished exactly as I'd requested. Skilled work, quality finish, very fast service and for all the work involved great value for money. Definitely recommend.

Excellent, I am delighted with the alteration they did on a summer top, very efficient, impeccable…read moresewing and value for money. I would highly recommend this shop and would not hesitate to go back with further alterations. Thank you.

Really disappointed in this shop. Had a long scarf that was too long and far too wide. Asked for…read morethe scarf to be shortened and halved in breadth. Once home I discovered that the scarves length was fine and the bottom of the new length had been finished nicely BUT the width had simply been halved by cutting with scissors and the seam down the length of the scarf not finished off. Already it is starting to fray. This cost me £10 to be given back a scarf that has been spoiled. Poor show AND service was given without a smile and barely a word spoken. Will not use again.

Faced with the urgent need to get a pair of mens suit trousers altered I gave Stitch in Time a try…read more For the very reasonable sum of £7 they tailored the waistband to the perfect size and did an excellent job. In less than three hours the trousers were tried-on, pinned to the correct new size, professionally altered and ready to collect. I've never tried this kind of service before and was a little nervous. I needn't have worried. Stitch in Time was a revelation. Highly recommended. They do all sorts of tailoring and alterations, even make up curtains from scratch. I've added a couple of photos that list what they do and the 2016 prices.

I hadn't really been into a branch of Peacocks for a while but I was tempted in here a few days ago…read moreby the Sale signs (always one for a bargain!!) I must say I was impressed by the beautiful and colourful range of spring and summer clothes, some in the sale, some not. There are a couple of changing rooms beside the check out and I took advantage of one of them to try on various garments. I ended up buying several things (actually on two different days as I couldn't resist another look!) including a zip-fronted gilet and some striped and floral tops. You'll also find shoes, scarves and bags, so there's plenty to browse, and the staff are helpful and pleasant.

I had a waterproof jacket that needed a replaced Velcro strap on one of the sleeves I had been…read moreputting this off for ages and with the bad weather already with us there was no putting this of any longer. I remembered this shop was here from a while back, as its hidden way back of the centre. Whilst the jacket was checked in I had time for a coffee & half an hour later my jacket was ready for collection. Definitely great service and couldn't believe how cheap it cost, would recommend this shop to anyone no matter how small the job.

DO NOT USE! I put…read moremy blush coloured dress in to have a new zip put on ahead of a wedding I was going to that weekend. I was told I could collect it the next day - Great! When I went in to collect my dress not only was the zip on my blush dress white but it was catching on the lining. The chap took the dress through the back I'm not sure what he done to the dress but there was the sound of an aerosol. I was told this was unacceptable condition to be given back to me and that I could come back and collect it once the zip had been refitted the next day. Concerned the WD40 had been sprayed on my dress I left the centre feeling very concerned over the state my dress would be returned to me. So the next day I went to collect my dress to find that the zipper was still white, that it wasn't concealed as it should be an that the white zip material was visible on the blush coloured dress, which instantly made the dress look cheap and nasty. and that the zip had not been sewn the whole way down, there was an open gap at the bottom of the zip. The zip had also been had stitched on the outside of the dress leaving ugly visible stiches. I then went to pay for the repair which so that I could get the dress back to be taken elsewhere to be surprisingly told that the cost of the repair had gone up from £9 to £15. If anything the price should have gone down for the state of the repair and for the inconvenience of it not being in a returnable state when I first went to collect it.

Kc Bridal / Elizabeths Alterations are now United we offer clients high quality alteration service…read moreat affordable prices. General alterations no appointment required. Bridal alterations by appointment. Services available: Personal fitting service free Couture Garters Wedding day dressing service Veils, accessories General alterations express alterations For more information call 01324419979 www.kcbridalspecialists@gmail.com

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Isabel's Supasew is a great little knitting and sewing store just round the corner from Patrick Bus…read moreStation. It's not a huge place but it's amazing the selection of yarn they manage to pack in. It's not full of the expensive Alpaca and cashmere blends you might find in John Lewis but it does house a staggering range of colours and textures and all at a decent price. I first discovered the place when looking for yarn to use at a Yelp arm knitting get-together organised by Lucy B. I hadn't been able to find anything I liked elsewhere but there was a great choice at Supasew. I ended up choosing a felty blue and white yarn with a leopard print. I knitted up wonderfully and was so soft and snuggly! I was also tempted into buying a gorgeous random yarn that ended up becoming a lovely hat for my friend. My most recent trip was to buy some yarn for Christmas knitting projects, I knew exactly what I wanted and was pleased that they not only had what I needed but that there were different options to choose from. A fluffy white yarn and a sparkly red are now mine and will soon be transformed into lovely Christmas themed bits and bobs. I was running in and out tonight but I spotted about 10 other yarns I want to go back and have a look at. As well as yarns the shop also stocks a good variety of knitting needles, buttons, ribbons and other haberdashery bit and bobs to help you finish your project. So if you're looking to do some knitting and crochet and don't want to break the bank then head down to Supasew soon!

What a wonderful shop with a great range of wool and other lovely little things, and the lady who…read moreruns it is so helpful. It's a pleasure to shop there :)

Quite a good quality clothing shop for men and women, often with a bargain/reduction rail or two to…read moredraw you inside. There is always a good range of shirts, trousers, dresses and skirts, plus coats and hats. They also sell accessories including fashion handbags and jewellery. Between the Esplanade and the main shopping streets, there are three eye-catching windows, and the staff are courteous and helpful.