Creative Corner · Powered by Second Story Makes & Mends
A better fit, a practical repair or a creative new direction. Second Story Makes & Mends helps favourite garments and meaningful textiles find their next chapter.
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Make an existing garment work better for you, starting with its construction and the fit you want.
Give a worn or damaged item a useful fresh start, with a discreet or deliberately decorative finish.
Keep the meaning in a textile while exploring a different use or a more individual look.
The result we agree together
The intended fit, repair or redesign is agreed before permanent changes begin. The brief covers the finish you want, any fitting requirements, details to preserve and how the item will be handed over.
How it works
Describe what needs changing and share clear photos.
Consider the construction, measurements and any fitting needed.
Confirm the alteration or design, price and timing before cutting.
Receive the agreed repair, alteration or reworked piece.
Planning your project
Use the service guide as a starting point, then confirm the materials, details and work for your enquiry.
Clear public pricing
Fixed prices cover the stated standard scope. “From” prices are starting points. “Buy” applies only to a real available item at its live listed price. Anything marked “Request a Quote” is agreed after review.
Final price follows inspection of the garment, fabric and construction.
Final price follows inspection and fitting requirements.
Final price follows inspection and agreement of the finished line.
Construction, fabric and fitting requirements are reviewed first.
Zip type, garment construction and replacement availability are confirmed first.
Request a Quote after the item and intended result have been reviewed.
Useful to know
Yes. Photos help us understand the garment and proposed change. The final work and price follow the inspection and any measurements or fitting needed.
No. You can discuss either a discreet repair or visible mending that makes the stitching part of the design. The fabric and condition help determine the approach.
Tell us what must be kept and what you are happy to change. We agree the direction before cutting or permanently altering a valued item.
Yes. List the garments and changes you want so they can be reviewed as one enquiry, with the scope and price made clear for each item.
Start your conversation
Send a quick enquiry or use the tailored Task Brief on the contact page to add the details at your own pace.
There is more to explore
A different starting point might spark the right idea. Step into Creative Corner to discover more of what the Studio can make, rework and bring to life.
