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Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers in Battle Creek, Michigan

Design, make, alter, repair, or fit garments.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers on average make:
$37,440 ($18.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
1
and by 2029 that number is projected to:
stay the same.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
0 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a no formal education.

The typical training needed after hire is:
long-term on-the-job training.

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Other Job Titles

Alteration Tailor, Alterations and Tailor Shop Fitter, Alterations and Tailor Shop Sewer, Alterations Expert, Alterations Sewer, Alterations Specialist, Alterations Tailor, Appliquer, Bridal Designer, Bridal Gown Fitter

Tools Used

Blind stitching machines, Buttonhole makers, Chain stitching machines, Chalk pencil holders, Coiless safety pins, Computer laser printers, Computerized sewing machines, Desktop computers, Dress forms, Dressmakers shears

Tasks

  • Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations.
  • Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  • Measure parts, such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pin-fold alteration lines.
  • Take up or let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts, such as sleeves.
  • Let out or take in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.

Personality

Cooperation, Attention to Detail, Integrity, Self-Control, Stress Tolerance, Achievement/Effort, Concern for Others, Independence, Dependability, Social Orientation

Certifications, Licenses, or Training

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