Services
Expert craftsmanship across all garment types.

Pants and Jeans Alterations
Hemming, tapering, waist adjustments, and fit corrections for jeans, dress pants, trousers, and casual pants. Shahnaz can adjust the length and shape so they sit and move more comfortably.

Dress and Skirt Alterations
Hemming, taking in, letting out, waist adjustments, strap changes, and general fit improvements for everyday dresses, formal dresses, skirts, and special-event clothing.

Wedding and Formal Dress Alterations
Careful alterations for wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, gowns, and other formal wear. Services may include hemming, resizing, strap adjustments, shaping, and detailed finishing.

Jackets and Blazers Alterations
Sleeve shortening, body adjustments, reshaping, and fit corrections for suit jackets, blazers, coats, and other structured garments.

Sleeves, Collars, Resizing, and Uniforms
Shortening sleeves, adjusting collars, taking garments in or letting them out, and improving the fit of shirts, tops, uniforms, and workwear.

Zippers, Repairs, and Beading
Zipper replacement, seam repairs, patches, button fixes, beading, and other detailed work that can help restore or extend the life of a garment.

Curtain Hemming and Alterations
Curtain hemming and alterations in Calgary for ready-made curtains, drapes, and fabric panels. Services may include shortening, resizing, seam repairs, and adjusting the length or width for a cleaner fit around your windows.

Same-Day and Rush Alterations
Fast turnaround for many simple alterations, including pants hemming, minor clothing repairs, zipper fixes, and basic fit adjustments. Same-day service is available for eligible garments depending on the work required and current availability.
How It Works
Book Your Clothing Alteration
in 3 Simple Steps
You do not need a long phone call or a complicated process. Choose a time online, meet Shahnaz for a fitting, and return when your garment is ready.
Book an Appointment Online
Select the type of alteration you need and choose an available appointment time through Square Appointments.
Bring Your Garment for a Fitting
Visit Shahnaz's Calgary Alteration Studio. She will examine the garment, discuss the alteration, and provide an estimate and expected turnaround.
Pick Up Your Finished Garment
Shahnaz will contact you when the alteration is finished and ready for pickup.
Why Choose Us
What makes Fast Cheap Alterations different.

Ready to Get Started?
Skip the phone call. Tell us what you need and Shahnaz will text you back to confirm your appointment.
What Calgary Customers Say
Fast turnaround, affordable pricing, careful work, and friendly service are some of the reasons customers recommend Shahnaz.
"She is incredibly kind, professional, and detail-oriented. My alterations fit perfectly and were completed so quickly."
MAMelinda A.Calgary, AB"She had the alterations done in one day! Not only was she quick, but the jacket is perfect!"
SMShelby M.Calgary, AB"Very sweet lady, very affordable, and very fast! Would highly recommend."
MJMia J.Calgary, AB"The owner is so sweet and highly skilled. Turn around time can't be beat and prices are extremely fair."
KRKylie R.Calgary, AB"She is incredibly skilled and professional, delivering exactly the results you'd expect. The price is really reasonable."
FHFari H.Calgary, AB"Very nice and sweet lady! She hemmed my jeans and got them to me the next day. Affordable as well."
MRMaureen R.Calgary, AB"Shahnaz is a very skilled seamstress and very easy to work with. She is also fast, cheap and very affordable."
KBK BellaCalgary, AB"Got three pairs of pants perfectly tightened for a great price — quick, affordable, and well done!"
MRMansour R.Calgary, AB"Fast, cheap, and professional."
ACAshley C.Calgary, AB
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the questions customers commonly ask about clothing alterations, turnaround times, pricing, and appointments.
Booking an appointment is recommended so I can set aside time to examine your garment and discuss the alteration with you. Use the online booking system to choose a service and preferred time.
Yes. Same-day service is available for many simpler alterations, depending on the garment, the work required, and my schedule. For the best chance of same-day pickup, book an early appointment or text me before visiting.
Pricing depends on the garment, material, construction, and amount of work required. I usually need to see the garment before providing a final estimate. My prices are practical and affordable, with no unexpected work added without discussing it with you.
Turnaround depends on the type of alteration and current workload. Some simpler jobs may be completed the same day, while wedding dresses, formal wear, and more detailed alterations may take longer. I will provide an expected completion time after examining the garment.
Bring the garment and any items that affect how it should fit. For pants, dresses, or formal wear, bring the shoes you plan to wear. For wedding or special-event clothing, bring the appropriate undergarments or accessories when possible.
Yes. I work on wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, formal gowns, and other special-event clothing. Book early when possible because detailed alterations may require more than one fitting.
I will contact you when the alteration is complete and ready for pickup.
Contact Temporarily Unavailable
We're currently away and not accepting new inquiries or appointment requests. Fast Cheap Alterations plans to reopen in May 2027. Thank you for your understanding.
Ready to Book Your Alterations?
Bring in your garment and Shahnaz will measure, pin, and quote it on the spot. Most alterations might be ready the same day.








