Denison, Sherman and Grayson County
Take in and let out alterations in Denison and Sherman.
When clothes are too big, Nayna takes them in. When they are a little too small, she adjusts them where she can. She also fixes shoulders that are too big. It all happens in her home sewing room in Denison, for customers across Sherman and Grayson County.
Nayna reads every ticket herself and will tell you up front if it is not a good fit.
On the rack
What Nayna can do
Fit alterations change how a piece feels, not just how it looks. Here is what Nayna adjusts. Not on the list? Just ask.
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Taking in
For clothes that have gotten too big through the waist, seat, sides or legs.
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Letting out
For clothes that are a little too snug, when the seams have extra fabric.
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Shoulders
Adjusting shoulders that are too big so the piece sits right.
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Waistbands
A waist that gaps or pinches can often be adjusted.
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Dresses and tops
Side seams taken in or let out for a better fit.
Not on the list? Ask anyway. If Nayna cannot do it, she will say so.
From the sewing room
Recently finished in the sewing room
The latest pieces to leave Nayna's sewing room in Denison. Tap a photo to see more.
Local know-how
How much room is in a seam
Taking something in is usually simple. There is fabric to spare, and Nayna sews a new seam where it fits you.
Letting something out is different. It depends on how much fabric the maker left inside the seam, called the seam allowance. Some pieces have a generous allowance. Many modern pieces have very little.
Seams are engineered for the job they do. ASTM International's standard D6193 describes stitch and seam types and notes that a good seam balances strength, elasticity, durability, security and appearance with the fabric and how the item is used. A seam in stretchy knit and a seam in heavy denim are built differently.
Stretch fabric adds another wrinkle. Knits and fabrics with spandex move with your body, so they are usually taken in a little less than woven fabric. Otherwise the piece can feel tight when you sit or bend. Nayna pins these while you are wearing them and checks the fit as you move before she sews the new seam.
So before letting anything out, Nayna checks the seam allowance and the fabric. If there is enough room, she can give you a little more space. If there is not, she will tell you up front.
Meet Nayna
Hi, I'm Nayna. Pull up a chair.
"Whether your clothes are too big or a little too small, I will let you know what I can do. I also adjust shoulders that are too big."
I'm a wife, a mother of two and a grandmother of four. I've always loved crafting and sewing, and I've spent years doing alterations both professionally and from home.
I'm retired now, but I still sew right here from my home in Denison. When I'm not at the machine I'm with my family, loving on animals of every kind, or daydreaming about the beach.
- 2Kids
- 4Grandkids
- DenisonSewing room
One pair of hands
Why folks around here choose Nayna
Crafty Nayna is a one-woman sewing room. Here is what that means for your take in and let out.
- Years of real experienceNayna has done alterations for years, both professionally and from home.
- One person, start to finishThe person who pins your fitting is the person who sews it.
- Formal wear experienceShe has altered wedding, bridesmaid and prom dresses.
- Local and easy to reachA home sewing room in Denison, close to Sherman and all of Grayson County.
- She will tell you if she can do itIf a project is not a good fit, she will say so up front.
How it works
Easy as 1, 2, 3
No counter, no hand-offs. The person who pins your fitting is the person who sews it.
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Reach out
Send a ticket, call or text. A quick photo of the piece helps her quote it.
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Get pinned
Stop by for a fitting so she can pin and measure it on you.
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Pick it up
Walk out in something that fits just right.
Where: Nayna's home sewing room in Denison. You get the address when you set up your fitting.
Near you
Take In and Let Out in your town
Nayna sews from Denison and takes work from across Grayson County, Texas.
- DenisonHome base for take in and let out
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Questions
Take In and Let Out questions
Still wondering about something? Ask when you send your ticket, or call (903) 815-6603.
Can you make something bigger?
Often, yes. It depends on how much extra fabric is inside the seams. Bring it in and Nayna will check before she promises anything.
Can you fix shoulders that are too big?
Yes. Adjusting shoulders that are too big is something Nayna does.
Do I need to try it on?
Yes. A fitting lets Nayna pin the garment on you so it fits the way you want.
Can you take in clothes after weight loss?
Yes. Taking in clothes that have gotten too big is one of the most common fit alterations Nayna does.
Do you help customers outside Denison?
Yes. Nayna helps customers from Sherman, Howe, Van Alstyne and across Grayson County.
How do I get started?
Fill out the quote form on this page or call Nayna to set up a fitting.
Free quote
Start a take in and let out ticket.
Tap what you need and Nayna will come back to you about timing and price.
- Free quotes, and no obligation.
- Nayna reads every ticket herself.
- She will say so if it is not a good fit.
Rather talk it through? (903) 815-6603