Gorgeous by Design

Textiles expert with a wide range of skills!

74 Parsonage St, Dursley, GL11 4AA Directions

   Now closed Open today 07:30 - 16:00

Why Choose Us?

Many Years Experience
Family Run Business
Affordable Prices

Business overview

Whether you are looking for alterations or a new outfit, this is the place to look.

Claire Parry - Textiles maker

A fifty something, textiles expert with a wide range of skills.

I am a ‘Jack of all trades’ which comes from the original old English quote

“a jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.”

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Products & Services

Clothing Alterations

Coats

Cocktail Dresses

Curtain Alterations

Dresses

Embroidery Services

Evening Wear

Invisible Mending

Mother of The Bride Outfits

Occasion Wear

Prom Dresses

Sewing Alterations

Skirts

Suits

Tailor Alterations

Waistcoats

Reviews

Fantastic service and craftsmanship

5
From initial phone call I spoke to Claire to reduce the size of a pool table cover, with confidence Claire responded not a problem, within a week the item was ready for collection and met with all my requirements and expectations of a qualified seamstress amazing craftsmanship thank you Clair!!
06 Mar 2025
Thank you 😊
06 Mar 2025
Thank you 😊
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Gorgeous by Design review

5
Claire is an absolute star. Notwithstanding her genius in designing and making beautiful clothing and upholstery, she’s an amazing teacher. Patient, methodical and encouraging. I had a great time learning to sew and produced some amazing pieces.
08 Jan 2024
Thank you Nathan, that’s very kind 😊
08 Jan 2024
Thank you Nathan, that’s very kind 😊
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She can do it all!

5
Claire is amazing she can do anything, from re-sized my wedding dress to taking in a pair of jeans. Highly recommended and will be using her for all my alterations!
08 Jan 2024
Aww thank you 😊
08 Jan 2024
Aww thank you 😊
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Fun learning

5
Great fun learning to sew with Claire. She is very patient and can turn her hand to anything! I’ve used her for lots of different projects and she never disappoints. Highly recommend
08 Jan 2024
Thank you Ellie, much appreciated 😊
08 Jan 2024
Thank you Ellie, much appreciated 😊
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Top upholsterer

5
Claire has made us some curtains and covered chairs. All her work is to a very professional standard and promptly made. Highly recommended
08 Jan 2024
Thank you Suzie 😊
08 Jan 2024
Thank you Suzie 😊
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