About Pearce's Pins
A personal dressmaking and tailoring service in Suffolk.
City & Guilds qualified in fashion & tailoring, with 24 years of professional sewing experience and 50 years of sewing, Hilary Pearce provides a bespoke alterations and dressmaking service.
Whether it's a small repair, a perfect fit for a special occasion, or help bringing a treasured garment back to life, you'll get friendly, skilled service with genuine attention to detail.
"People can dress more confidently if they are wearing clothes that fit them."
Hilary
Our story
Pearce's Pins began in 2003 with a love of sewing and a simple goal: to make beautiful clothes that fit well.
Pearce's Pins operates from a 400-year-old building in the heart of the mediaeval village of Ixworth, on the junction of the A1088 and A143 and just 7 miles from Bury St Edmunds, the Jewel of Suffolk.
We believe in honest advice, careful workmanship and a personal service that bigger chains simply can't offer.
The workshop – Ixworth, Suffolk
Based in the heart of Ixworth, the workshop is a calm, well-equipped space where traditional techniques meet modern care.
From everyday adjustments to more intricate alterations, every piece is treated with the same attention to detail and respect for your garment.
Appointments are available throughout the week, with fittings by appointment to give you the time and care you deserve.
Key milestones
City & Guilds Qualified
Professional training in Fashion & Tailoring.
Established 2003
Over 20 years of helping customers look and feel their best.
Based in Ixworth since 2011
Proud to serve the local Suffolk community.
See Hilary at work
What you can expect
Friendly Advice
Honest, helpful guidance to find the best solution for you.
Skilled Craftsmanship
Quality techniques and careful work you can rely on.
Attention to Detail
Because the little things make all the difference.