Curtain & Upholstery Alterations in Brighton

Well-fitted curtains and upholstery add elegance and refinement to your home. At Alma’s Alterations, we apply generations of Italian tailoring expertise to create a seamless, polished look for your curtains, cushions, and soft furnishings.

Tailoring is in our family’s blood—perfected over generations, learned from childhood, and refined in Milan, the heart of Italian fashion. Whether you need curtain resizing, bespoke cushion covers, or upholstery modifications, our expert tailors ensure precision craftsmanship and luxury results.

Why Choose Us?

We Make Your Home Look Sharp

  • Whether your curtains are too long, too wide, or need precise adjustments, we tailor them for the perfect fit, ensuring balance and elegance.

  • Have you moved house or changed your décor? We resize and restyle your existing curtains to fit new window dimensions, preventing the need for costly replacements.

  • Refresh your interiors with perfectly tailored cushion covers. We resize, reshape, and replace zips for a professional, seamless look.

  • From re-stitching seams to resizing fabric panels, we alter and repair sofa covers, armchair upholstery, and decorative textiles, preserving their original quality.

  • Need to shorten, reshape, or modify fabric blinds and drapery? Our tailors provide custom alterations for a flawless, well-fitted finish.

How Much Do Curtain & Upholstery Alterations Cost?

Pricing & Cost Estimates

Prices depend on fabric type, complexity, and the alterations required. Curtain hemming starts at £15/meter, while making cushion covers from your chosen materials starts at £30 for a small cushion. Book a consultation for a personalised quote.

FAQs About Curtain & Upholstery Alterations

  • Yes! We handle heavy drapes, blackout curtains, delicate silks, and high-end upholstery fabrics, ensuring expert adjustments that maintain quality.

  • Absolutely! Whether you've moved house or repurposed old curtains, we adjust them to fit new window sizes while keeping their original elegance.

  • Yes, we tailor curtains to your exact specifications, ensuring perfect proportions, even pleating, and a refined look.

  • Yes! If you have fabric covers for sofas, chairs, or cushions that need resizing to fit new furniture, we tailor them for a perfect fit.

  • Most alterations take 7-10 days, depending on complexity. Express services are available for urgent requests.

Book Your Curtain & Upholstery Alterations Today!

Bring Us Your Items

We Tailor, Embroider & Upholster to Perfection

  • Handcrafted cushion with golden sunflower embroidery, showcasing Brighton Alterations’ intricate needlework and custom soft furnishings.
  • Pair of elegant teal cushions with detailed floral embroidery, crafted with care and Milanese skill for premium home décor in Brighton.
  • Stylish ombre velvet curtains in warm earthy tones hanging in a bright living room, custom-made by Brighton Alterations for a contemporary home interior.
  • Close-up of beige linen curtain fabric being held, illustrating high-quality materials used in custom curtain design by Brighton Alterations.
  • Woman opens custom-made sheer curtains in a bright room, representing Brighton Alterations’ soft furnishings and tailored window treatments.
  • Elegant floral drapes with sheer white curtains in a classic bedroom setting, crafted by Brighton Alterations with expert tailoring and high-end soft furnishing design.
  • Unique hand-embroidered cushion with playful elephant and floral design, crafted with traditional needlework by Brighton Alterations for custom home decor lovers.

How to Work With Us

Tailored Alterations & Upholstery Guide

  • The first step is to contact us to discuss your project. For curtains, please provide the accurate window dimensions and the desired final length and width of the curtains. For upholstery, please send us photos of the item. Book a consultation here

  • You can either provide your own fabric for the project or consult with us to source the perfect material. Once selected, you can deliver the fabric and the item to our Brighton studio.

  • Our master tailors will meticulously cut, stitch, and finish your fabrics, applying generations of Italian craftsmanship to ensure a perfect, high-end result that meets your exact specifications.

  • Once your alterations are complete, we will notify you. You can then collect your beautifully transformed curtains, cushions, or upholstered items from our studio, ready to elevate your home.

Woman in floral dress by a lake with mountains in the background and cloudy sky.

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