Alterations by Phyllis believes its job is to literally hold up the mirror for clients to see their best self-image emerge when they are perfectly fitted in their clothing.  The company also believes in facilitating clients’ participation in the fitting/design/solution as essential to an excellent experience.  “People generally know what they want when they come to me,” was the comment from company owner, Phyllis Smith, “and it helps me immensely when they do.”  She further commented, “When clients participate by describing to me their own images of the desired outcome, then the important connection is made that leads to my technical and creative plan to achieve that outcome.”

Besides which, Alterations by Phyllis can service your garment in fast turnaround time.  A customer can order a rush, otherwise expect 1 to 1-1/2 weeks for completion.  Several of this year’s young ladies who attended the prom will attest to this fast service, and one young prom-goer said, “I found Phyllis one week before prom when I discovered the hem of my dress was way too long.  She fit me in, but also reassured and calmed me down.”  Phyllis explained that there is never a reason to chastise or blame, stating, “I wanted her to be able to recapture the excitement and anticipation about prom instead of being worried.  All too often people come to me apologetic that they don’t sew, or that they do sew but don’t want to alter.  I completely understand that and there is no judgment here.  Rather, I want my customers to enjoy the experience of being an important part of garment problem resolution without sewing a stitch.  That’s what I’m all about—the fun of it!”

One more fun thing a person can do before going to Alterations by Phyllis is to go to the clothes closet, open it, and bravely select 5 garment regrets, take them out and be reminded of why they are a regret.  Then call Phyllis and make an appointment for a consultation at which time, together, a plan is made to return that item to a favorite – whether the choice is a restyle, or to make your old sports jersey into a gym bag, or that ragged pair of jeans that can be patched no further into a “green” shopping bag or a pieced quilt.  The possibilities are endless when the imagination of two people meet and design something special!

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If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Phyllis Smith, please call her at 651-351-9609 or email her at phyllissmith@earthlink.net.