What does a Hand Sewer earn?

On average, hand sewers earn around $33,860 per year in the U.S.. Hand sewers create a variety of projects such as clothing and accessories, and alterations of existing garments. They have the ability to use a range of techniques, materials and stitching styles. Hand sewers may opt to specialise in areas such as stitch-work, pattern manipulation, or luxury hand-finishing of high-end garments.

How to earn more as a Hand Sewer

"If you would like to become a hand sewer, you should have some experience with using sewers and basic sewing and pattern skills. You can either join a company as a seamstress apprentice and learn on the job, or study to gain a qualification in fashion and design or textile technology. With added experience, you can specialise in areas such as bespoke tailoring, embroidery or custom apparel. Alternatively, you could become freelance or set up your own clothing business."