This was my first time taking clothes to Material Instinques for alterations. Wanda expertly…read moreassessed what could be done and promised completion within an acceptable time period, which she delivered on. The work (men's trousers) was well done and the cost reasonable. I recommend this service. Just note that its address is on Water Street but access is actually on the other side of the block, from Commercial Street (the door has no address number but there's a sign that is clearly visible); so park on Commercial Street to save time.

Communication was very good and she returned my call in a very timely fashion and spoke…read moreprofessional so I'm definitely going to be choosing this business for my alterations

Winter in Maine can be hard. Sometimes it snows too much, sometimes too little, and sometimes you…read morego out for beers on a Friday night with your best baby pals and return home to find some stupid little copper pipe doing a water dance in your laundry room. What to do?! Don't be like me. I called a bunch of other so-called "emergency" plumbers and played voicemail roulette. Even the big guys that can afford a phone system that says "this call will be recorded for quality assurance", did not assure me of their quality. So, we let her rip all night. Next morning, I finally listened to the wife and called Keith. He came over really quick, fixed 'er up good shape too. Now I owe the wife a "you were right, I was wrong." I don't like paying out, but in this case, it was worth it.

Karen is still doing great work in midcoast Maine! Prom is up on us and she gave excellent advice…read moreon how to proceed. She is also knee deep in pants hems, zipper replacements, and of course the bridal and bridesmaid work that has put her on the map. I am thrilled to refer my coworkers (mother of the brides, wedding guests, and their families) to this self made entrepreneur with 30+years specializing in formal wear alterations. Thank you, Karen!

From the owner: A home based business at my home in Bowdoinham, ME, I operate by appointment only. I am willing to…read moretravel. I have 35+ years of sewing experience with a in depth concentration on women’s formal wear. I do all sorts of alterations from hemming pants, sewing on military patches, to replacing jacket zippers, to altering bridesmaids dresses and wedding gowns.