Rachel O’Neill @IGhandle

Owner, Boss Lady and Seamstress

Sewing and constantly finding new techniques and rabbit holes is my forte. I can’t stay still or just do the same thing day after day. So, I hire people to do the slow, steady and repeatable and that frees me to research, learn, have more ideas, connect with people and do the fittings.

I believe in going the extra mile and making sure everything is perfect, yet balancing this with some things can be done the quick way, it’s all about what matters!
All along the way I try to ascertain what the customer values, and what you need and want for your look and how it will make you feel.

I have 4 children, a cat, a robot vacuum and a loving partner (who is yet to pop the question, but you bet I will be putting all the planning into the dress!).

Sewing has always been something I’ve done. From sewing my first pair of pants at 6, I watched my mum sew dresses for me (itchy itchy dresses that I hated but also loved!), and later went on to sew for my own children. Slowly this craft turned into alterations which quickly advanced to bridal alterations so that I can continue to push myself, my skills and my business.

With neurodiversity in my family I find it easy to connect with other NDs. I can do the fittings with children quickly, without requiring extra talking unless they want to, and with minimal invasiveness. We have veils that are sensory friendly and I’m always ready to answer every question that you, (or your mum) may have for me. From our process, to our machines, to my experience to how we will sew, I’ve heard it all and am always willing to build that trust that is so important with those of us who need to know every detail.

Follow me on Instagram and feel free to send me DMs. If you’re ready to book your alterations, go ahead and click the booking link.
I can’t wait to meet you!