Modern Alterations with a classical touch
From everyday tailoring to couture bridal work and quilting, Belynda refines garments to fit you, beautifully. Careful handwork, timeless taste, and friendly service., backed with over 40 years of expertise.
Specialties
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Bridal gowns & formalwear
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Tailoring: jackets, dresses, denim
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Heirloom quilting & memory quilts
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Delicate fabrics, lace, beading
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Express turnarounds upon request
About
Craft, patience, and an eye for the timeless
Alterations By Belynda is a boutique studio focused on thoughtful fit and refined finishes. Whether it’s a wedding gown, a suit jacket, or your favorite pair of jeans, each piece is handled with care and a maker’s pride.
With over 40 years of alteration and sewing experience, Belynda has tailored everything from everyday denim to heirloom gowns.
Her work spans quilting (including memory and t‑shirt quilts), formal and wedding attire (bustles, lacework, beadwork, bodice fitting), and meticulous restyling to refresh cherished pieces. Clients appreciate her gentle guidance, precise handwork, and an artist’s eye for drape and proportion.
Whether your goal is an elegant bridal silhouette, a suit that fits just right, or a quilt that tells a story, Belynda brings patient craftsmanship and timeless taste to every stitch.
Services
Fine Alterations, Quilting & Tailoring
Thoughtful adjustments that honor the garment and flatter the wearer. Below are common requests,
if you don’t see yours, just ask.
Everyday Tailoring
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Pant & jean hems (original hem available)
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Waist take‑in/out, tapering & seat shaping
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Dress & skirt hemming and shaping
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Sleeve length & cuff adjustments
Bridal & Formal
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Bodice tailoring & bust cups
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Gown hemming & multi‑layer work
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Bustles, straps, lace & appliqué
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Bridesmaid, prom & tux adjustments
Repairs & Restyling
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Zippers, buttons & mending
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Lining, hems & seam repairs
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Resizing favorite pieces
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Delicates, knits, leather (case‑by‑case
Pricing
Transparent, fair, and tailored to you
Prices below are typical starting points. Final quotes are provided after an in‑person fitting, fabric review, and time estimate.
Everyday Tailoring
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From $20
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Pant hem: $20+
(jeans original hem $25+) -
Waist take‑in/out: $35–$55
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Sleeve shorten/lengthen: $30–$45
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Dress/skirt hem: $30 +
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Zipper replacement: $20+
Pressing included; complex fabrics may vary
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Bridal & Formal
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From $50
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Bodice tailoring: Starting at $90
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Gown hem (per layer): Starting at $80
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Bustle (1–5 points): Starting at $70
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Strap/sleeve tailoring: Starting at $50
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Beading/lace/appliqué: by quote
Two fittings typical; rush service available. -
Repairs & Specialty
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From $15
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Mending and buttons: $15+
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Lining repairs: $25
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Delicate Fabric Repair: by quote.
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Full Resize/Restyle: by quote
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Express Turnaround: $25 minimum
Two fittings typical; rush service available. -