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    Carolyn's Alterations

    4.8 (5 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Clothing reproduction

    Custom tailoring

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    4 years ago

    Carolyn is the best seamstress in Howard County. My dress fit perfect! Highly recommend her for alterations.

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    Mayra did an amazing job on my wedding dress alterations! She took in the top portion of a highly…read morebeaded dress and took in the straps to make them fit me perfectly. You can't tell it was ever altered. If you are in the area and looking for a quality, friendly and reasonable tailor, I highly recommend Mayra!

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    I found this business through a Google search, which led me to Yelp. The reviews were good, so I…read moredecided to move forward with contacting the business. Since I did not know their process, I called first. The process for drop-offs/fittings and pick-ups is scheduled through the website. While on the call, I asked some questions and was provided with a good amount of information to feel confident about scheduling the appointment. The website scheduling process was simple. On the day that I dropped off my garment, the process was pretty quick. I tried on the item and we discussed the alterations. I think the entire visit was about 10-15 minutes. We discussed when I wanted to pick it up, as well as pricing and payment options. We verbally set a pickup day, but it also required a scheduled appointment, so I immediately set a specific appointment for a few days later. When I picked up the item, I tried it on and the alterations were exactly what I wanted. Needless to say, I am pleased with the alterations. I would definitely return. I paid using my phone, so it was great. Comparatively speaking, I think her prices are pretty competitve with other cleaners and tailors in the area.

    Absolutely unprofessional. I brought in two suits to have the sleeves shortened and the work was a…read moredisaster. The linings weren't shortened or even stitched back together. Despite having them for two weeks, she missed the date they were supposed to be ready and I had to make a second trip to pick them up. I ended up paying another tailor to repair the damage (still unsure if they can be salvaged). I asked for a refund of the repair cost and never got a response. Save yourself the headache and go elsewhere.

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