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Custom Sewing by Heather

Custom Sewing by Heather

Saint Paul, MN
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    Amazing Wedding Dress Alterations!

    Heather is absolutely amazing at what she does! I brought my wedding dress in for alterations and also wanted to customize it by adding a slit to the skirt and Heather was so helpful and professional and gave me great advice and suggestions on what would look best and I am in love with how it turned out! Setting up appointments was so easy and Heather was very accomodating when we had a change in wedding plans and moved up our date very last minute. She quickly looked at her schedule and was able to fit me in to get my dress finished on time. Her studio is also beautiful and appointments are quick and easy. I would highly recommend booking with her!
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    Jill R. Sent on 02/08/2024
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    Could not be happier

    If there were more than 5 stars to give, I would! Heather is extremely professional and goes above and beyond for her brides. It's amazing how she knows exactly what is best for your vision and body type and can transform your dress into the dress of your dreams. If you are ever on the ledge about who to go to for alterations, please take this review as confirmation that you should go to heather! You won't regret it!
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    Katie O. Sent on 03/04/2024
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    Enchanting Elegance: Heather's Masterful Touch on My Wedding Dress

    Heather truly deserves every bit of praise for her exceptional alterations on my wedding dress. From the moment I stepped into her beautifully arranged home setup, I knew I was in capable hands. Heather made the entire alteration process a breeze, handling each appointment with grace and expertise.

    Despite the significant weight loss I experienced between ordering my dress and the big day, Heather worked her magic flawlessly. She skillfully took in my dress, seamlessly preserving every intricate lace detail. The result was a gown that fit me like a dream, accentuating my figure perfectly.

    One of Heather's standout creations was the stunning bustle she crafted for my train. With two layers adorned with color-coded buttons and ribbons, including a charming "something blue," it was a work of art in itself. What truly set Heather apart was her dedication to ensuring my bridesmaids were fully equipped to handle the bustle on the wedding day. Her hands-on training meant that even in dim lighting at dusk, my bridesmaids could effortlessly execute the bustle, allowing me to dance the night away without worry.

    Heather's attention to detail extended beyond alterations. She provided invaluable advice on traveling with my dress to Hawaii, recommending double bagging and inquiring with the flight attendants to hang the gown safely. Her ingenious suggestion of using a knitting needle to assist with the intricate buttons was a game-changer.

    In every aspect of her work, Heather exuded professionalism, skill, and genuine care for her clients. Thanks to her expertise, my wedding dress was not just a garment but a masterpiece that made me feel like the most beautiful bride on my special day. I cannot recommend Heather highly enough for anyone seeking impeccable alterations and personalized service. She is truly a gem in the world of bridal couture.
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    Hannah C. Sent on 02/16/2024
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    An amazing experience all around!

    Heather is amazing!! She is super knowledgeable, professional, kind and efficient. I purchased my dress at The Wedding Shoppe in St. Paul and they provided me with a list of recommended seamstresses, when I looked up Heather and read the hundreds of positive reviews I called her right away! I was nervous about scheduling my appointments, being that I live in North Carolina, but would be getting married (and my dress was stored) in Minnesota. Heather quickly took a look at her calendar and was able to schedule all 6 appointments during trips I was already planning on being in Minnesota. The appointments were quick and simple with Heather's expert guidance and she even taught my mom and maid of honor how to do the bustle (which Heather makes foolproof and simple!). I would highly recommend Heather for any bride and would highly recommend booking as soon as you can, as she stays very busy with clients, for good reason - she is a pro!
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    Ayden M. Sent on 12/21/2023
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    Simply AMAZING. You must book with Heather!

    Heather from Custom Sewing by Heather truly transformed my wedding dress experience into a magical journey. Her impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail ensured that my gown was not just a dress, but a masterpiece. Heather's passion for her craft shines through in every stitch, and her ability to understand and bring my vision to life exceeded all expectations. From the initial consultation to the final fitting, Heather's professionalism and warmth made the entire process enjoyable. She is not just a seamstress; she is a wedding dress whisperer. I am endlessly grateful for Heather's skill and dedication, making my special day even more unforgettable. If you're seeking someone to create a dress that is both stunning and uniquely yours, look no further than Heather – she is a true artist in the world of bridal couture.
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    Ellen M. Sent on 12/05/2023
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    The Best in the Twin Cities

    If you are looking for a wedding dress seamstress in the Twin Cities, Heather is your girl! She is absolutely amazing to work with and her attention to detail is second to none. I didn’t call Heather until I received my dress, which usually will not work for her busy schedule, however she was kind enough to work with me and get me scheduled for all five of my fittings. My recommendation: book with Heather as soon as you order your dress! I didn’t think it was possible, but I love my dress ever more after the alterations Heather made and cannot wait for my fiancé to see me in it so soon! Brides, look no further, you’ve found the best seamstress in the Twin Cities. Her studio is gorgeous, she keeps you on time during your fittings so they are very efficient, and she is awesome to work with!
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    Lauren Y. Sent on 12/03/2023
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    Heather is amazing!!

    Heather is AMAZING!!! I bought a dress that I loved, but wasn’t fully me and I didn’t feel 100% confident in at the time of purchase. I knew it was a risk but I am so happy that I found Heather who was able to create the dress of my dreams! From day one, she was always looking for more ways to perfect my dress and step by step, appointment by appointment, things came together perfectly and I feel so comfortable in my beautiful wedding dress! Heather makes you feel comfortable and welcome, not to mention her home is welcoming, clean, and beautiful. Heather was also upfront about pricing right away. I would suggest Heather for any bride looking for alterations!
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    Caroline N. Sent on 10/28/2023
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    Highly recommend!

    Heather did the alterations for my wedding dress (hem, bustle, adjusted strap length) and she did a beautiful job--what a great feeling to have my wedding dress fit like a glove! Appointments were efficient and her communication was excellent.
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    Krista S. Sent on 06/16/2023
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    HIGHLY recommend!!

    Heather is so kind, knowledgeable, and efficient! She made me feel like her #1 priority while I was there and reassured me that my dress would be perfect--and it is!
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    Allison P. Sent on 12/03/2023
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    Wedding dress alteration - 10/10!

    Heather did my wedding dress alterations and I can’t thank her enough. I felt so comfortable trusting her with alterations for such a big day. She clearly knows her stuff and was very knowledgeable. I had a strapless dress and I didn’t pull it up all night!
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    Morgan Y. Sent on 09/21/2023
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    A magical experience - highly recommend

    Working with Heather to alter my dress was a dream! She was friendly, fun, professional, and it was clear she knew so much! She gave me tons of good tips for the big day and explained what she was doing as we went along. My dress was way larger than expected, so when it arrived I didn't know if it could be altered to fit my needs. Heather made it look AMAZING and worked wonders. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs their bridal gown altered. It will be in good hands!
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    Amanda K. Sent on 08/27/2023
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    Amazing Reliable Work

    Heather was amazing to work with! She talked through everything that needed to be done to my dress and helped me learn what could be done if wanted. She is very knowledgeable and give step by step of what she is doing when working on your dress. She even helped me learn that bustles do not have to be ugly and unflattering and was so helpful! I 100% recommend Heather and her amazing work!
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    Alexanne R. Sent on 11/26/2023
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    Exceptional Alterations Experience

    I cannot say enough great things about Heather, her talent, attention to detail and the entire dress alterations experience! From the first interaction with her I knew she was detailed, organized and highly experienced. I knew instantly that my dress was in great hands. She took a dress that I loved and transformed it into the most amazing thing I have worn! I loved my dress from the moment I bought it, but I didn't have that bridal dress moment until half way through the alerations process when I could see how Heather transformed the dress into MY dress! Oh and the bustle...I almost loved my dress more bustled than not because it was just so beautiful!
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    Best in the Biz

    Heather is the best at at what she does. She is wonderful and efficient!
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    Jordyn B. Sent on 07/18/2023
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    Astounding Work!

    Working with Heather has been absolutely wonderful. She's well organized, gives you an estimate of how much the alterations will cost up front, and does a phenomenal job with her work. If you choose to go with Heather, you can guarantee to be stress free when it comes to how your dress will fit and how beautiful it will look on you. VERY pleased with my experience and will definitely be back for more of my dresses!
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    Lexi O. Sent on 08/23/2023
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    So professional and considerate!

    Heather was so great to work with. She made me feel so comfortable and continually gave me the confidence when the dress was not fitting me right away. She was so professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend working with Heather to ease your stress as you plan your wedding!
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    Molly O. Sent on 06/17/2023
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    Bride- wedding dress alterations

    Heather is an absolute dream to work with! With all the stress that comes along with planning a wedding, I can confidently say that my alteration process has been my favorite part of the process. Heather’s professionalism and expertise put my mind at ease when she was working on my dress. I knew I was in good hands! I can’t recommend Heather enough to other brides. She is AMAZING and her work is unreal!
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    Josie N. Sent on 05/30/2023
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    Fantastic work

    Heather was fantastic and clearly takes pride in her work. The entire time I worked with Heather she was organized and did well with communicating next steps. I had a very large ball gown dress and she provided the best care and service. She is talented in the work she does and I have highly recommend her.
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    Amber Sent on 08/06/2023
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    Exceptional! Heather is amazing!

    Heather is amazing to work with. I cannot stress enough how professional and skilled she is. From the first time I met her, I trusted her 100% and knew I was in good hands. She listens to what you’re looking for and also really understands this kind of work. She is a perfectionist and it showed. I would highly recommend if you want an exceptional experience!
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    Jessica L. Sent on 03/31/2023
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    Wedding dress alterations

    Heather was so amazing to work with and really worked with my schedule as I live out of state! She is very professional, provides the best environment, and and really knows what she’s doing! I couldn’t imagine my dress turning out any better! I can’t recommend her enough!!!
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    Eryka J. Sent on 04/28/2023
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    Amazing Awesome

    Heather was so much fun to work with. She made the process of getting alterations super easy and fun. My dress turned out awesome
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    Edie Sent on 05/15/2023
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    A wonderful experience

    I HIGHLY recommend Heather for any wedding gown alterations! The dress fit pretty well for being a second hand dress, but brought it to Heather for some fine tuning. Her hands are absolute magic! She made it to fit my body like a glove! I also thought it was reasonably priced given the fine detail and attention she gave my gown (and corresponding with me). You cannot go wrong with Custom Sewing by Heather! Hands down one of my greatest vendors and wonderful person. Thank you Heather!!
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    Malynda D. Sent on 06/19/2023
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    Plus Size Bride seeking Alterations

    When I was looking for Wedding Dress Alterations, I came across a couple reviews on some facebook groups for Heather. When I called her, I knew right away that I had made an excellent decision by requesting her expertise. The first time I met Heather, she made expectations clear, the estimate was precise (and accurate on pay day-within $25!), and she had this glowing aura about her that made me excited. From start to finish, Heather was such a joy to speak with and talk to and just be in the same room with! As a plus size bride, looking for someone to make adjustments to a dress is TERRIFYING- and Heather, never once made me feel bad about my size, never commented, criticized, or treated me like anything other than a bride. If I am ever in the need for dress alterations again, Heather will be the FIRST person I call!!
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    Katie T. Sent on 03/16/2023
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    Oustanding!

    From the moment I stepped into Heather's in-home alterations studio, I knew my wedding dress was in the perfect hands. Heather is incredibly knowledgeable and is great about passing on her knowledge so informed decisions can be made every step of the way. I loved that she had several appointments throughout the process so that you have touch points on how your dress is coming along and know with certainty that each alteration is happening just right. Heather's great eye for design means that each detail is maintained, even as the dress is being taken in. Not to mention the beautiful (and clean!) studio space that she has created - beautiful changing rooms, lots of natural light, and a large mirror so you can watch Heather work her magic! Would recommend 1000x over. Thank you, Heather!
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    Sam W. Sent on 04/22/2023
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    Heather is amazing!!!

    Heather was absolutely incredible. I had so much fun going to my appointments and she made my wedding dress fit amazingly (which it did NOT when I bought it). Heather was so detailed-oriented that she fixed things on my dress I never would have noticed myself. The bustle on the dress was FABULOUS as well. I would recommend Heather to ANYONE.
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