Mend It

Got a rip? Need a new zip? Is your favourite pair showing wear and tear? 

Don’t throw out your well-worn or damaged clothes. Bring them to us and we’ll breathe new life back into your old favourites.

Clothes mending made easy

Rather than buying new, repair, reuse or restyle great pieces of clothing you already have. We make clothes mending easy, with quick, efficient, and no-frills service. You may be surprised at what our talented team can do. 

Here are just a few of the services we offer.

Repair old favourites

Do you have a best dress? A lucky suit jacket? Have you inherited your dad’s old jumper? If old favourites are showing wear and tear from lots of love, bring them to us and we can mend the damage.

Delicates

If you have a garment or fabric that needs a sensitive touch, we offer hand-mending as well as machine-mending.

Patch it up

We can sew patches onto the knees of worn-through pants or the elbows of favourite jumpers and jackets to make it functional or give it flair.

Denim revival

We can mend jeans worn away around the knees and the crotch. We know good (and comfortable) new jeans are hard to find. Let’s see what we can do with your favourite pair before you go hunting for a new one.

We can do just about anything, so pop in-store and see what’s possible. (Except for invisible mending – please note that we don’t do that.)

Repair something old (rather than buy something new)

At Alter It, we think mending clothes is better than tossing them. It saves you money, it extends the life of old favourites, and it’s better for the environment, too. 

Our skilled staff takes a contemporary approach to the traditional art of mending garments. Stop by one of our 25+ stores across Australia and learn more about how we can help you. 

FAQs 

How long will it take to mend my clothes? 

We provide efficient service. The time it takes to mend your clothes depends on the complexity of the repair and the fabric. 

Can you mend clothing with delicate fabrics like silk or wool?

Yes! Our skilled staff have a light touch. We are experienced in mending delicate fabrics like silk or wool and have the necessary techniques and tools to ensure your favourite pieces look as good as new.

Do I need to wash my clothes before bringing them in for mending? 

Washing your clothes before bringing them in for mending is best. This helps achieve the best results.

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