Our Services
Garment Repairs- Traditional or Visible Mending
If your favourite item has a tear, a loose button, or any other wear and tear, we can restore it to its former glory. Our repair services cover everything from patching holes to replacing zippers and fixing seams. We can repair a variety of garments, including coats, shirts, jeans, and suits.
Clothing Alterations
We offer a wide range of alteration services for both men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing. From lengthening sleeves to hemming blue jeans we ensure a flawless fit that complements your body shape. We can also modify sleeves, adjust waistlines, and handle delicate fabric alterations with care and precision.
Home Furnishing Alterations
In addition to clothing, we also offer alterations for home furnishings, including curtains and cushions. Whether you need to resize curtains or replace the zip on a throw cushion, we provide high-quality alterations for all your home decor needs.
How It Works
- Book an Appointment: Email to schedule your alteration or repair, including photos if you have them.
- Consultation: Bring in your garments for a quick consultation, where we’ll discuss your needs and offer advice.
- Alteration or Repair: We’ll complete the alterations or repairs with attention to detail and precision.
- Collection & Fitting: Once your garment is ready, we’ll notify you for collection or arrange for delivery. You’ll have the opportunity to try it on for a final fitting.
Sample Pricing for Clothing Alterations & Repairs
At Bubba & Gee, we strive to provide high-quality alterations and repairs at affordable prices. Below is a list of our standard services and their associated costs. Prices may vary depending on fabric type, garment complexity, and additional requirements. Please get in touch for a personalised quote.
Clothing Alterations
- Hemming (Trousers / Skirts / Dresses):
- Plain Hem: £12-£15
- Double Hem (for thicker fabrics): £15-£20
- With Lining: £18-£22
- Shorten jeans using original hem: £15-£20
- Taking in/Letting Out (Trousers, Skirts, Dresses):
- Basic Fit Adjustment: £20-£25
- Waist Adjustment: £18-£25
- Side Seams (for fitted garments): £25-£30
- Shortening Sleeves (Shirts, Jackets, Coats):
- Short Sleeves: £12-£18
- Long Sleeves: £18-£25
- With Cuffs: £25-£30
- Taking in Jackets/Blazers:
- Side Seams (basic): £25-£35
- Waist or Back Adjustment: £30-£45
- Dress Alterations (e.g. resizing or length adjustment):
- Simple Adjustments: £20-£30
- Bridal/Evening Wear (complex alterations): £45-£60+
- Zippers- (Coats, Dresses, Bags):
- Standard Zipper Replacement: £18-£25
Repairs
- Small Holes / Rips (Jeans, Shirts, Jackets):
- Basic Repair: £8-£12
- Reinforced (for heavy use or larger rips): £15-£20
- Button Replacement (Shirts, Trousers, Coats):
- Standard Button Replacement: £5-£8 per button
- Patchwork (Jeans, Jackets, Bags):
- Simple Patch: £15-£25
- Artistic/Premium Patchwork: £30-£50
- Darning (Sweaters, Knitwear, Jeans):
- Basic Darn: £12-£18
- Advanced Darning (intricate patterns): £20-£30
- Trousers or Jeans with Frayed Edges:
- Repair & Reinforce: £10-£15
- Complete Edge Overhaul (including fabric patching): £20-£25
- Sashiko or Visible Mending (Decorative Repairs):
- Basic Sashiko Design: £25-£35
- Custom Visible Mending (includes fabric patches, custom stitching): £40-£60
Special Services
- Upholstery & Home Furnishing (Cushions, Curtains, etc.):
- Simple Cushion Cover: £20-£30
- Curtain Hemming: £15-£25 per panel
- Upholstery Repairs: £35-£50 per item (based on complexity)
Consultation Fees
- Free Initial Consultation for general repairs and alterations
- Fitting Consultation: £5 (deducted from the final bill if you proceed with the alterations)
How We Price
Prices are based on the complexity of the alteration or repair, the type of fabric, and the amount of time required. For more complex tasks or highly detailed work, such as formal wear alterations, a tailored quote will be provided after an in-person consultation or a detailed discussion with our team.
Get in Touch
Need an alteration or repair? Don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Our team is happy to answer any questions and provide you with a free, no-obligation quote.
Visible Mending Services
At Bubba & Gee, we offer Visible Mending, a creative and sustainable way to repair and rejuvenate your garments. Unlike traditional repairs, which aim to hide any damage, visible mending turns imperfections into beautiful, decorative features. This technique not only extends the life of your clothes but also adds a unique, artistic flair that tells the story of your garment’s journey.
What is Visible Mending?
Visible mending involves using hand-stitched embroidery, patchwork, or other decorative techniques to repair holes, tears, or worn areas in your clothing. Instead of masking the damage, we embrace it, turning it into a statement piece that enhances the character of your clothes.
Our Visible Mending Services Include:
- Embroidery: We use colourful threads and intricate stitching patterns to embellish and repair holes or worn-out sections. Whether you want a subtle design or something bold and fun, we can create custom embroidery that suits your style.
- Patchwork: We apply fabric patches in a variety of textures, colours, and patterns to cover up damage. These can be contrasting or complementary to the original fabric, giving your garment a completely new look.
- Sashiko: A traditional Japanese technique, sashiko uses a distinctive running stitch to create a beautiful, quilted effect. It’s perfect for adding texture and durability to garments while celebrating the repair.
- Darning: For smaller holes or thinning areas, we offer visible darning techniques, which involve weaving thread in a criss-cross pattern over the damaged area. This approach is both functional and artistic.
Why Choose Visible Mending?
- Sustainable & Eco-Friendly: Instead of discarding your damaged clothes, visible mending offers a sustainable alternative, reducing waste and contributing to a circular fashion economy.
- One-of-a-Kind Designs: No two repairs are the same! Visible mending allows you to personalise your clothing, making each piece unique and full of character.
- Durable & Long-Lasting: Not only do visible repairs add beauty, but they also strengthen and reinforce your garments, making them more durable for future wear.
- Celebrate Imperfections: Visible mending embraces flaws and imperfections, transforming them into part of the garment’s charm, and telling a story of its life and history.
