Prom dresses
Hems, straps and bodices, with careful handwork around sequins and beading.
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Beautifully altered.
Beautifully yours.
From the cherished dress you have kept for years to the trousers that simply need taking up, every garment that comes into our Bargates workshop is treated with the same patience and care. Alterations, repairs and dressmaking, close to home.
A little care makes all the difference.
Independent & local
Owner-run on Bargates, Christchurch
Talk it through first
Every job is discussed in person
Clothes, home & boat
From hems to marine canvas
Services
What we can help with
Clothing alterations
Hems, waists, sleeves, zips and relining for everyday clothes and favourite pieces.
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Hems, straps, bodices and zips — with care around sequins, beading and layers of tulle.
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Wedding & bridesmaid alterations
Bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses fitted calmly, with care for lace and fine fabrics.
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Suit alterations
Jacket sleeves, waist suppression, trouser hems and seats for a sharper fit.
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Leather repairs
Zips, linings, split seams and worn panels on leather jackets and coats.
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Motorcycle clothing repairs
Zips, linings and seams on riding jackets and trousers — with a clear safety caveat.
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Curtains, cushions & soft furnishings
Curtain hems, new cushion covers, seat pads and chair seats for your home.
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Boat covers & canvas repairs
Marine canvas, boat covers, seat covers and cushions, with real examples of our work.
Find out moreBespoke dressmaking
Made-to-measure garments and special sewing projects, discussed from the first idea.
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How it works
Three simple steps
1. Bring it in
Ring to confirm opening hours, then bring your garment — and the shoes or underwear you will wear with it — to 41 Bargates.
2. Discuss the alterations
Dorota looks at the fabric and fit with you, pins where needed and explains honestly what is possible.
3. Collect when ready
You agree a collection arrangement at the appointment, and come back to try on and take home your garment.
Specialist spotlight
For the occasions that matter
Weddings
Bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses fitted calmly, with care for lace.
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Suits, coats and bespoke pieces finished with attention to detail.
Read more about craftsmanshipPhotographs in this section are illustrative; see Our work for genuine Golden Button projects.
Meet the tailor
Dorota Sierakowska
Golden Button is owned and run by Dorota, a skilled tailor who brought her craft from Poland to Christchurch and built a proud, independent local business on Bargates.
Her work ranges from everyday hems and zips to wedding dresses, leather jackets, cushions and boat seat covers — each approached with patience and an honest view of what will look right.
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From the workroom
Rooted in Christchurch
Our one workshop is at 41 Bargates, Christchurch. Customers visit from Christchurch, Southbourne, Highcliffe, Bournemouth, Poole and the wider Dorset area.
Get directions to 41 Bargates (opens in a new tab)Frequently asked questions
Where is Golden Button?
The workshop is at 41 Bargates, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1QD, in Christchurch town centre.
What are your opening hours?
Golden Button is open Monday to Friday and closed at weekends. Hours can vary, so please ring 07918 554569 to confirm before you visit.
Do you give prices on the website?
No. Every garment is different, so the work is discussed with you in person before anything begins.
Do you serve Bournemouth and Poole?
Customers come from Bournemouth, Poole, Highcliffe, Southbourne and across Dorset, but all work is carried out at the one workshop in Christchurch.
Plan your visit
A little care makes all the difference
Ring Dorota to talk about your garment and confirm opening hours, then bring it to the workshop at 41 Bargates, Christchurch.