Katerina’s Tailoring & Cleaners

Horrible. I called to get an estimate on hemming a pair of jeans and she literally said «Go some place else, where they’ll give you a price.» She said in the past she’s had problems with people saying they have one thing, her giving them a price, and then they bring in something else. Therefore she refuses to give estimates. It makes no sense as an estimate is just that, «an estimate.» The fact she told me to go some place else after asking her one question, makes me want to warn people of this business. Seems shady, wouldn’t trust.

Today I picked up an evening dress that I’m wearing to a work gala in a few days. The dress fits perfectly. I tried it on in the fitting room and was thrilled with how it looked, and even more thrilled when Katerina kept telling me how good it looked on. You can tell she takes great pride in her work, as she should!
Also, while I was pleased with the original charge for the alterations (very affordable!), I pleasantly surprised to learn that the total cost was $ 5 less as she didn’t have to make an alteration that she originally anticipated. I would have paid the original charge without being the wiser. So, not only is Katerina skilled at what she does with respect to tailoring, she’s a joy to talk to, very ethical, etc.
I’m definitely a long-​term client as of today.

I had a GREAT experience here getting a bathing suit top taken in. Even though she didn’t have the special machinery to help me, she found a way to fix it! Prices were very reasonable, and my tailoring was done quickly.

Katerina is amazing! She does beautiful work and is so nice. Her prices are so reasonable, especially considering the high quality work. I was in two weddings last year and went to her for both dresses — they fit beautifully and I paid much less than bridesmaids who went to other locations. I don’t live in Roslindale anymore but continue to go back JUST to go to her shop because I know I won’t get the same quality or service near me. She is so sweet and always makes sure every single stitch is perfect.

Katerina’s is the BEST! She worked on my wedding dress and it came out beautiful. Originally I was referred to another seamstress but instead I went with Katerina. Her prices were better and she was very nice to work with. She was very sweet and helpful. If you’re looking for a seamstress for your wedding dress or you just need a hem then this is the place.
She is AWESOME! Thanks Katerina!

Katerina did all the dresses for my niece’s wedding. She was referred to us by my sister-​in-​law as we are all long time Roslindale residents. Her tailoring work is beautiful and she can go from an intricate wedding dress to a simple hem giving the same level of attention to both. During the wedding, the bridal party spent a lot of time in her shop; it felt like she was part of the wedding. Katerina is the sweetest most accommodating person and I continue to take all of my tailoring to her.
It’s disappointing to see the previous post is so negative. Not sure a phone conversation is the best way to evaluate a business. The misspelled Russian vulgarity is baffling? Katerina is an American, originally from Greece.

Best tailoring I’ve ever gotten. I’ve been coming here for years. Incredibly good at what she does and one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. She’s moved a few doors down but it’s the same fantastic service and quality. Always get my jeans fine-​tuned here and twice I’ve needed suit adjustments and everything’s always been perfect.

Katerina is a magician! She just altered a coat for me and it’s perfect as has been every other piece of clothing I’ve brought her! She is kind and talented and very accommodating. I can’t remember how I found her but I’m very glad I did!

Brought in a dress to have it lengthened. Might have been smart to shop for matching fabric first, but I didn’t. Katerina expertly selected a piece of scrap fabric she had that she told me would blend right in with the dress. She told me to come and pick it up in a week, but made it clear that it could be done sooner if I was in a hurry (I wasn’t). She was right, the fabric was perfect, and she is a perfectionist with her work. She had me try it on and made sure I liked the length, then reinforced the hem and charged me $ 16 total. She’s really nice but not cloying. Note: she only takes cash, and shop is kind of hard to find – it’s right next to a barbershop and her sign is very easy to miss. She was on the phone both times when I came in but wrapped it up quickly.

I got Katerina’s name from a friend whose mother works in the fashion industry, so I knew she would be wonderful, and she was. She is incredibly talented. I have had her completely modernize a vintage designer rain coat (she mentioned to me that at one time she actually made samples for this, and other, famous designers). She has done tricky things like re-​sizing unusually shaped garments (always replacing the pockets perfectly), sewing special built-​ins into the bodice of a dress (inside the lining, no less), and impeccably finishing fine fabrics. Of course she also does a great job with the simpler items like original hemming denim, and so on. I trust her completely. Be warned that girls from miles around come to her at prom time, so during the early summer it’s best to call before you make your pick-​up, since she may be buried under an avalanche of satin and lace. She is also extremely sweet and helpful.