Dressmaker & alterations, Pudsey

Made for you.
Made to fit beautifully.

Bespoke made-to-measure dresses, occasion outfits and professional alterations, sewn by hand in Pudsey for customers across Leeds and Bradford.


Designed. Altered.
Made beautifully.

Sew By Design is a one-person studio. Helen designs the garment, cuts the pattern, sews it and fits it.

From made-to-measure gowns to a pair of trousers taken up, every garment gets the same careful attention.

Meet Helen
Made-to-measure gown created by Sew By Design
Bespoke design

Your idea, cut to your measurements

Wedding, prom, race day and special occasion outfits, designed and made with you in the studio.

  • Wedding, bridesmaid and mother of the bride or groom
  • Prom dresses, race day and special occasion outfits
  • Bespoke fascinators made to match your outfit
See the design service
Clothing alterations in progress at Sew By Design
Alterations & repairs

Clothes you already love, made to fit

Hems, zips, repairs, wedding dresses and complete alterations for clothes of all kinds.

  • Trousers, jeans, skirts, dresses, jackets and coats
  • Wedding dress alterations, bustles and modesty panels
  • Repairs: zips, seams, beading, buttons and pockets
See alterations & repairs

Have something in mind?

Bring it in, or get in touch to arrange a consultation and talk it through.

Get in touch