Expert Alterations, Repairs, and Custom Sewing by Karen
Don’t let ill-fitting clothing keep you from looking your best! Whether your favorite shirt is missing a button, your jeans have a broken zipper, or you have a pile of clothes that just don’t fit right, Sew Measured is here to help.

Meet the Owner
Who is Karen?
With over 50 years of experience in sewing, garment construction, alterations, mending, and machine embroidery, Karen at Sew Measured offers expert services with a fast turnaround and affordable pricing. Working from home allows her to provide personalized and attentive service for all your sewing needs.
Services Offered
Alterations and Repairs
- Hemming and Shortening: Jeans, pants, sleeves (with or without cuffs), shirts, dresses, and sports jackets.
- Zipper Replacement: Pants, jackets.
- Pocket Adjustments: Lengthening or repairing pockets on pants and jackets.
- Waist Adjustments: Taking in or letting out waistbands on pants and skirts.
- Pant Leg Tapering: Custom tapering to suit your style.
- Strap Adjustments: Shortening or adding straps to dresses.
- Button and Fastener Services: Adding, moving, or replacing buttons, snaps, hooks, and eyes.
- Seam Adjustments: Altering center or side seams.
- Patching and Darning: Repairing holes and tears.
- Wedding and Formal Wear: Re-styling and altering gowns for the perfect fit.
- Military Uniforms: Tailoring and adjusting uniforms, including hemming, badge placement, and fit adjustments.
Custom Sewing and Embroidery
- Machine Embroidery: Custom names or logos on garments, specializing in company logos on work shirts.
- Unique Projects: From custom Christmas stockings to spotting scope covers.
- Cushion Recovery: Patio and camper cushions.
- Bag Making: Custom-designed bags to suit your needs.
Helping Idaho!
Service Locations
- Boise
- Meridian
- Eagle
- Star
- Kuna
- Garden City
- Mountain Home
- Nampa

Talk to Karen
Don’t let your favorite clothes sit in the back of the closet. Bring them to Sew Measured and let Karen work her magic to make them fit and look perfect for you.