Alterations & Bespoke Services

Alterations & Bespoke Services At Copeland Fabric & Wool, we offer a friendly, reliable alterations and bespoke service to help your garments fit beautifully and feel just right.
Whether it’s everyday clothing, special-occasion wear or simple repairs, we can help with:
• Trouser and skirt shortening
• Taking in or letting out garments
• Sleeve adjustments
• Zip replacements and repairs
• General mending and small repairs
• Bespoke bridal and prom service

We also offer a bespoke bridal and prom service, creating and altering dresses to suit your individual style and fit. From restyling an existing gown to designing and making a one-of-a-kind dress, we provide a personal, one-to-one service with fittings and expert advice throughout the process.
Every item is individually assessed and we are always happy to talk through what is possible before any work begins.
Pop into the shop for a friendly consultation and a no-obligation quote.

Alterations & Sewing Services at Copeland Fabric & Wool

Whether you need a simple repair, professional alterations, bespoke bridal work, or made-to-measure soft furnishings, our experienced sewing team provides a high-quality service tailored to your needs. Prices below are a guide, and we are always happy to discuss individual requirements.


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Trouser & Jeans Alterations

Keep your favourite trousers and jeans fitting perfectly with our professional alteration service.

Hems

Work & school trousers hemmed – £10

Jeans hems – £18

Suit trouser hems (straight) – £18

Suit trouser hems with turn-ups – £22

Elastic hems – £17

Hems with vents – £17


Resizing & Repairs

Taper trouser legs (2–4 seams) – £22

Take in seat of trousers – £18

Take in seat of jeans – £18–£25

New waistband (elastic, Lycra or faced) – £25

Half pocket repair – £10

Full pocket replacement – £20

Patch repairs – £10



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Skirt & Dress Alterations

From everyday wear to special occasion outfits, we can alter garments for a perfect fit.

Maxi dress alterations – £30

Take in skirt waist and hips – £18–£25

Take in dress waist and hips – £25–£45

Shorten plain dress hem – £25

Shorten pleated hem – £15–£40

Shorten from waist with tapering – £80

Shoulder lifts and strap adjustments – £12–£18

Cosmetic darts – £10–£20

Reshape neckline – £25



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Zip Replacements

All replacement zip prices include the zip.

Coats & jackets – £25–£35

Leather coats – £45

Jeans & trousers – £20



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Bridesmaid, Prom & Cruise Dress Alterations

Ensure your special occasion outfit fits beautifully.

Bridesmaid dress hems – £35–£60

Lift shoulders – £20–£45

Lift straps – £15–£25

Bodice sides in/out (plain) – £75

Bodice sides in/out (embellished) – £100



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Bridal Alterations

Our specialist bridal alteration service helps ensure your wedding dress fits perfectly for your big day.

Consultation

45-minute bridal consultation – £45


Dress Alterations

Plain hem – from £80 + £30 per additional layer

Lace hem – from £250 + £30 per additional layer

Horsehair layered hems – from £150 + £30 per additional layer

Take in or let out (plain gown) – from £80

Take in or let out (lace gown) – from £95

Strap or shoulder alterations (plain) – from £50

Beaded or lace shoulder alterations – from £80

Add corset back – from £125

Bra cups fitted – £30

Lacework beading – Price on request

Bustle loops – from £45

Garment steaming – from £35


Made-to-Measure Bridal

Bespoke bridal gowns – Price on application

Bespoke bridesmaid dresses – Price on application

Cap sleeves – from £80

Boleros – from £150

Shawls – from £80


Wedding Day Support

On-the-day bridal support available within 50 miles of Cleator Moor. Price on request.


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Coats, Raincoats & Jackets

Professional tailoring for coats, jackets and outerwear.

Shorten jacket – £28

Shorten lined jacket, lined coat or tailored suit jacket – £50

Shorten sleeves (unlined jacket/coat) – £26

Shorten sleeves (lined jacket/coat) – £30

Shorten lined sleeves with vents and buttons – £40

Lengthen sleeves – £30

Shorten leather jacket sleeves – £40

Adjust shoulders – £60

Take in all seams on blazer – £40

Take in coat sides and sleeves – £60

Heavy tailoring adjustments – £85



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Shirt & Top Alterations

Shorten T-shirt hem – £20

Shorten T-shirt sleeves – £18

Take in T-shirt side seams – £18

Shorten shirt sleeves (plain or vented) – £22

Take in shirt sides – £20



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Badges, Buttons & Small Repairs

Machine-sewn badges:

Small – £5

Medium – £10

Large – £15


Button replacement – £5

Jeans button replacement – £5

Trouser buttonholes – £8



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Home Furnishings

Cushions

Handmade and bespoke cushions available.

Plain cushion (16" × 16", no zip) – £12

Plain cushion with zip – £18

Cushion with zip and piping – £28

Memorial cushion – from £30



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Curtain Alterations

Refresh your existing curtains without replacing them.

Nets

Curtain nets shortened – £25


Unlined Curtains

45"–60" drop – £10

90" drop – £20

120" drop – £40


Lined Curtains

45"–60" drop – £20

90" drop – £40

120" drop – £60


Additional Services

Tie backs – £23

Attach loose blackout lining set – £60

Attach full sewn-in lining set – £120

Join curtain panels together – £50



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Need Something Not Listed?

If you don't see the service you require, please get in touch. We undertake a wide range of alterations, repairs, bespoke sewing projects and bridal work, and we're always happy to discuss your individual requirements.

Visit us in store, call us, or send us a message for advice and a personalised quotation.

We know some of you might think, "It’s only just an alteration," but if we hear that too often, we might just start adding, "It’s only just Tax!" Every detail matters, and we put care into every stitch. So, whether it’s a tiny tweak or a big change, we’re here to make sure it’s every stitch is perfect!