Holicent
VIP Contributor
Tailoring is a classic service that can be provided from home or from a small shop. It's a great business for anyone with sewing skills or who wants to learn them, and it's also a good way for seamstresses to earn extra income. If you're interested in starting a tailoring business, here are some things to consider:
Find out if there are any regulations that apply to your area. In some places, you may need to get a license or permit before you can start your business.
Set up your workspace according to regulations and safety standards. Make sure it's well-lit and has enough room for your equipment, materials and customers.
Decide which type of tailoring services you want to provide, alterations or new garments, and make sure they're profitable enough for you to charge competitive rates without losing money on overhead costs like equipment and supplies.
Find out how much it will cost you to buy the equipment you'll need — such as sewing machines, scissors, pins and other supplies — so you'll have an idea of how much profit margin there will be on each garment sold. It's also important to know what repairs might be needed on items brought in for alteration work so that customers aren't surprised by unexpected expenses when they pick up.
Find out if there are any regulations that apply to your area. In some places, you may need to get a license or permit before you can start your business.
Set up your workspace according to regulations and safety standards. Make sure it's well-lit and has enough room for your equipment, materials and customers.
Decide which type of tailoring services you want to provide, alterations or new garments, and make sure they're profitable enough for you to charge competitive rates without losing money on overhead costs like equipment and supplies.
Find out how much it will cost you to buy the equipment you'll need — such as sewing machines, scissors, pins and other supplies — so you'll have an idea of how much profit margin there will be on each garment sold. It's also important to know what repairs might be needed on items brought in for alteration work so that customers aren't surprised by unexpected expenses when they pick up.