Expert Clothing Alterations & Tailoring
Over 30 years of tailoring craftsmanship and family tradition
Precision in every stitch. Professional alterations and custom tailoring with exceptional craftsmanship.
Our Services
Professional clothing alterations and specialist services with expert craftsmanship
Clothing Alterations
Expert alterations for dresses, skirts, coats, trousers, and leather garments with precision and care.
Dress & Skirt Alterations
Hemming, taking in/letting out, restyling, zipper replacement
Coat & Jacket Alterations
Sleeve adjustments, waist tapering, lining repairs
Trouser & Jeans Alterations
Hemming, waist adjustments, tapering, zip replacement
Leather Alterations
Jacket repairs, hem adjustments, zipper work
Curtain Alterations
Professional hemming and resizing
Tailoring & Repairs
Professional tailoring services and meticulous repairs to restore and enhance your garments.
Bespoke Tailoring
Custom-fit suits, shirts, and formal wear
Garment Repairs
Tear repairs, hole stitching, seam reconstruction
Zip Repairs & Replacements
All types of zippers for jackets, dresses, trousers
Hemming & Resizing
Expert hemming for perfect fit and proportion
Specialist Services
Custom alterations and specialist work requiring expert craftsmanship.
Leather Work & Repairs
Specialized repairs for leather jackets and bags
Custom Alterations
Bespoke modifications and restyling
Measuring & Fitting
Professional measurements and consultations
Dry Cleaning Available
Professional dry cleaning for delicate garments
Don't see what you're looking for? We handle a wide range of alteration and repair work.
Craftsmanship in Every Detail
From delicate lace to fine leather, we handle every fabric with precision and care
Why Choose Express Stitch
Quality craftsmanship and reliable service
Fast Turnaround
Quick service without compromising quality
Quality Materials
Premium fabrics and materials
Expert Craftsmanship
Years of tailoring expertise
Trusted Locally
Reliable community service
Fair Pricing
Transparent, competitive quotes
Our Work
Built on decades of experience in alterations, bespoke tailoring, and occasion wear.
Occasion & Couture Work
Specialist alterations and fittings for wedding, prom, and occasion wear — where precision, balance, and flawless fit are essential.
Backed by over 30 years of experience in precision tailoring and occasion wear.
Alterations
Dresses, skirts, trousers, jackets, and everyday garments.
Tailoring & Repairs
Resizing, hemming, zip repairs, and garment restoration.
Leather Work
Specialist leather alterations and stitching repairs.
Formal & Occasion Wear
Wedding dresses, suits, and special garments.
Curtains & Home
Curtain alterations, hemming, and fitting.
Our Portfolio
A selection of our recent work — from wedding gowns to bespoke tailoring
Our Story
With over 30 years of experience, Express Stitch continues a family legacy of tailoring craftsmanship and precision.
Raised among sewing machines and textiles, we specialise in expert alterations, bespoke work, and special occasion wear—including prom and wedding dresses.
Our experience includes working with prestigious clients such as the Paris Dress House at the Metro Centre, delivering refined fit and exceptional attention to detail.
"Every garment tells a story. We're here to make sure yours fits perfectly."
Whether it's a simple hem or a complex bridal alteration, we approach every project with the same dedication and care that has defined our work for three decades.
What Our Customers Say
Trusted by generations of clients for precision, fit, and care.
Trouser Alterations
"Great service—had two pairs of trousers shortened and they came back perfect. Quick turnaround too."
— James T.
Zip Repair
"Zip replaced on my coat and you can't even tell it was repaired. Really neat work."
— Ayesha K.
Dress Alteration
"Dress alteration was spot on and fit perfectly for the event. Friendly and professional."
— Sarah M.
Leather Repair
"Leather jacket stitching repaired cleanly. Solid craftsmanship."
— Mark R.
Reviews shown are from real customers
Pricing
Indicative prices – final cost depends on the garment, fabric, seams, and complexity of the work.
Trousers & Jeans
- Shorten / lengthen trousers (standard hem)from £8
- Shorten / lengthen trousers (original hem)from £12
- Shorten / lengthen jeans (original hem)from £14
- Take in / let out waistfrom £12
- Taper legsfrom £14
- Replace zipfrom £10
Dresses & Skirts
- Shorten / lengthen dressfrom £12
- Shorten / lengthen skirtfrom £10
- Take in / let out dressfrom £14
- Take in / let out skirtfrom £12
- Replace zip (dress)from £14
- Replace zip (skirt)from £12
Coats & Jackets
- Shorten sleeves (unlined)from £14
- Shorten sleeves (lined)from £18
- Take in / let out jacketfrom £18
- Shorten coat lengthfrom £20
- Replace zip (jacket)from £16
- Replace zip (coat)from £20
Shirts & Tops
- Shorten sleevesfrom £10
- Take in shirt / blousefrom £12
- Shorten shirt lengthfrom £10
- Replace buttonsfrom £2 each
Leather & Specialist
- Leather jacket alterationsfrom £25
- Leather trouser alterationsfrom £20
- Leather repairsfrom £15
- Suede repairsfrom £18
Repairs & Other
- Repair tear / holefrom £8
- Reattach / replace buttonsfrom £2 each
- Reseam / reinforce seamfrom £8
- Curtain hemmingfrom £6 per panel
Prices shown are indicative and may vary depending on garment construction and required work.
Get In Touch
A trusted tailoring and alterations service in Bensham, Gateshead. Three decades of craftsmanship behind every alteration.
Address
Express Stitch110 Coatsworth Rd
Bensham, Gateshead
NE8 1QP
Opening Hours
Mon–Fri: 9am – 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 2pm
Sunday: Closed