753103 - Alteration tailor

Sews, repairs and cares for clothes and textile products according to individual orders. Selects the model of the future product, takes into account fashion trends, individual features of the figure and appearance of the customer, the purpose of the fabric and its sewing properties. Determines and coordinates the nature of the repair of the garment, removes identified defects, hands over the finished product to the customer.

Main activities

carries out repair work, removes defects, sews faded seams; 
re-sewing clothes or clothing parts according to the customer's order; 
chooses suitable threads, knows their different types, takes into account the material and sewing purposes; 
models clothes, makes alterations to suit customer's needs or change style; 
responsible for decorating clothes, adding ribbons, appliqués, drawings and other decorations.

Characteristic competences

identify and repair clothing defects; know about different threads; create unique details and decorations; communicate with customers and understand their needs; ensure that the sewn garments are of high quality.