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Professional seamstress with over 30 years experience, specializing in Wedding, Prom Gown, bridesmaid and mother of the bride/groom dress alterations, Wedding Gown Preservation. Skilled workmanship, personalized service and your satisfaction are my top priorities.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Flower Girls
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom
Ring Bearers

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Cleaning
Preservation

Which of the following items do you offer?

Garters
Hair Accessories
Veils

What is your return policy?

Partial Sale

Reviews of Artful Alterations

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Kirsten Sent on 11/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 recommend!

The women as artful alterations were absolutely amazing and making my dress fit me perfectly and help me feel beautiful for my wedding day. Seanna made an amazing alteration to my off the shoulder dress that not only transformed the look of the dress but also allowed me to be comfortable dancing the night away! Both Becky and Seanna were so responsive and flexible - I’d absolutely recommend them to alter your dress!
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Jacqueline Sent on 11/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal wedding dress alterations!

Becky and Seanna were so pleasant and friendly to work with. Seanna was my seamstress and she did a spectacular job! I needed hemming, a bustle, and she added sleeves, she truly brought my dream to life. I bought my dress from BHLDN and purchased the illusion tulle and lace from Etsy (this took A LOT of trial and error). Seanna did an unconventional bustle on the dress that she came up with and it was gorgeous, totally flowy and no weird bunching. I got so many compliments on the dress and no one believed me that I bought it sleeveless. They are miracle workers, I wouldn’t go anywhere else ever again!
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Amber Sent on 11/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Becky is absolutely amazing!! She is very detailed and good at what she does!! I don't ever write reviews but Becky deserves it!! She goes above and beyond to make your dress exactly the way you want it!! I would recommend Artful Alterations,and,Becky to anyone!
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Regina Sent on 06/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Becky was such a pleasure to work with! She did a great job altering my wedding dress at a reasonable cost. She went above and beyond and out of her way to find a piece of lace that matched my dress after the designer sent me the wrong one. She was always very calming, friendly, professional, and responsive. She loves what she does and it shows. I would highly recommend her!
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Carly Sent on 06/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I have endless wonderful things to say about Becky and her quality of work because they are both just so incredibly amazing. I was very nervous about bringing my bridal gown anywhere to be altered because I had only worked with one other seamstress before and it was a horrible experience. However, my experience with Becky and Artful Alterations was perfect from day one. When I called to set up appointment times I was greeted with a warm and heartfelt welcome. I had bought my dress off the rack so it was too big and needed quite a few alterations, but Becky turned it into the wedding dress of my dreams. I had a veil that was two times too long and a belt that I thought was too wide so when she was done with the dress she shortened the veil to the perfect length and fixed the belt exactly how wanted it. Becky is so sweet & kind, very professional, easy to get in contact with, and does flawless work. I will never be able to thank her enough for everything and I will recommend her to everyone!
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Cassandra Sent on 09/20/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Becky was absolutely wonderful to work with. She was professional, kind, and incredibly helpful and her rates are very reasonable. She replied to emails quickly and was so flexible with my weird work schedule. I drove over an hour and a half both ways to see her for my 3 fittings, and it was absolutely worth it. The dress came out so perfect and it fits me so well. I'm so impressed, and I've been telling all my engaged friends to use her for their alterations. I get married in less than a month and I'm so excited to wear my dress! Thank you so much.
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Sarah Sent on 09/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I bought my wedding dress at Madeleine’s Daughter and was surprised that they did not offer wedding dresses alterations. Artful Alterations (Becky) was on their list of recommended seamstress. It was a big decision to pick the right person to alter my wedding dress. I can’t recommended Becky with Artful Alterations enough! She did the most amazing job and made sure my dress was fitted perfectly! Her business is based an hour away from where I live and she met me half way to do my fittings. If you are looking for someone to alter your wedding dress, she’s the lady for you!. Thanks Becky for making my wedding dress a dream come true!
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Samantha Sent on 08/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Becky did a fantastic job altering my wedding gown. She was professional, helpful, and had great suggestions for the best ways to alter my dress. She got the work done faster than I expected, and was genuinely excited to see the dress on me each time I came for a fitting. I couldn't suggest her more!
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Heidi Sent on 01/18/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Artful Alterations was a recommendation from a very good friend. I wanted to find the right person to shorten my wedding dress without having to spend a ton of money and with our having to go through a big box store. Becky is a wonderful woman who truly loves what she does and is extremely gifted in what she does. When I first met Becky I just happened to be in the area for a graduation and thought I would stop by to look at her shop and see if she had time to look at my dress. She took me right in and measured on the spot! I was very pleased with the service because I figured I would have had to make an appointment for a later date with her. Her work is absolutely wonderful! She shortened my dress perfectly and created a button bustle and I really couldn't be happier! My wedding day was amazing and my dress was beautiful! Thanks Becky!!!
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User2506867 Sent on 01/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Becky was absolutely wonderful! I bought my dress several years before my actual wedding date so there were some changes I wanted to make. Becky worked with me to make it exactly what I wanted. She is great to work with and works hard to make sure you are happy with what you want. I could tell she loves what she does and she is great at it!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

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