Post # 1
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39 posts
Newbee
HELP! I still have some time before my wedding, but time is definitely running out. I love my dress but I do need some bigger alterations one of which requires a lot of detail. Though I am living in LA, I am originally from Northern CA. I know a good seamstress in Northern CA but it is an 8 hour drive round trip and I can’t see the point in driving all the way up there just for alterations.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a good seamstress in LA or OC? I dont mind driving a bit as long as the quality is good and the price is not outrageous. Should I just go with the seamstress I trust up North instead? Thanks for all your advice hive!
Post # 3
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8 posts
Newbee
I’m in LA too. I’m also in need of good seamstress! Please let me know if you hear of any. Thanks
Post # 4
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262 posts
Helper bee
My seamstress is great and totally easy to work with. She was definitely the most personable individual I met during my dress search and I literally visited approx. 20 stores so that is saying something! She also makes wedding dresses by hand so she knows what she’s doing on the alterations. I literally saw her beading each tiny bead onto a custom dress she was making for some bride. Her prices are very reasonable. I purchased my dress elsewhere and was quoted $300-$400 for alterations. Fiona is doing my alterations for less than $200 and that is including pressing. So definitely give her a call and let her know Elaine sent you. 🙂
Fiona of Fiona’s Bridal in Temple City. 9549 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780 (626) 286-3380.
Post # 4
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262 posts
Helper bee
My seamstress is great and totally easy to work with. She was definitely the most personable individual I met during my dress search and I literally visited approx. 20 stores so that is saying something! She also makes wedding dresses by hand so she knows what she’s doing on the alterations. I literally saw her beading each tiny bead onto a custom dress she was making for some bride. Her prices are very reasonable. I purchased my dress elsewhere and was quoted $300-$400 for alterations. Fiona is doing my alterations for less than $200 and that is including pressing. So definitely give her a call and let her know Elaine sent you. 🙂
Fiona of Fiona’s Bridal in Temple City. 9549 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780 (626) 286-3380.
Post # 5
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39 posts
Newbee
Thank you! I will definitely try her out. Did anyone else have any ideas? How long do alterations usually take?