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Due to me running a one-person business at this time, I am unable to answer phone calls all the time. If you are calling about an item that needs to be fixed or hemmed, I cannot provide exact prices or tell you if I can provide my services without seeing your item first. My answer is always the same: please come into my shop in person so I can see what you need done.

The start prices and hours of operation are on my website, Facebook, Yelp, and Google, if you need those. You can also email me and I will reply as soon as possible. If you have any other inquiries, please email me first, and if I don't respond within 24 hours, go ahead and give me a call. Thank you for understanding!
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Valentina Paliy is the owner of Express Sewing. She was born and raised in Russia, is a wife to her husband Benjamin, and a mother of five children. Since Valentina was 16 years old, her mother noticed her interest in custom sewing and clothing alterations and decided to put Valentina into sewing classes.
Valentina has been in the sewing and alterations industry for over 30 years. Her experience includes working with all sorts of clothing repair, fixing, enhancing and more. She absolutely loves what she does! If you have a garments that you've had for a while and you're not able to wear them because they need some "make it fit alterations", please bring them over to Express Sewing!
Reviews (26)
Kriska Zelly
Kriska Zelly
Nov 06, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Tina is the most wonderful human on this planet earth. Every day I wake up and thank God for the amazing work that her hardworking hands do for our community. The sewing and alteration skills are phenomenal. Nothing compares to this place. This place is a gift to this world, and Tina is an angel.
Services: Custom dress design, Alterations, General repairs, Fitting & custom tailoring
Chris Long
Chris Long
May 17, 2021
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The owner has completed a couple alterations or repairs for me. Jobs take a few days. Pleasant customer service. Has been in business a very long time. Is planning to move locations later in the year which is a bummer.
Sizzel Tv
Sizzel Tv
Oct 16, 2020
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Excellent service, very quick and really good quality! I ripped a hoodie while i was out and about and she had it fixed better than new in 10 minutes. Highly recommend.
Rachel B.
Rachel B.
Jul 30, 2019
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The work I had done was done well, so I really appreciate her skill in sewing. I asked her to hem a pair of jeans for me and they turned out really great. I would definitely take any clothes that needed work done to her again.

Unfortunately, I did not get a call when they were ready. All I remember her saying is that they would be ready in a week, so I assumed she would call to let me know when they were done, in about week.

She said that she wrote down a specific day, but I didn't have the receipt, so I don't know whether that's accurate. She said she would never be able to keep
Alex Ao
Alex Ao
Jun 10, 2019
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$15 to hem a pair of jeans and it's not that great. The hem is not even in a straight line. Not the most friendliest place, more of a "get in, get out" which isn't necessarily a bad thing. It only took a week for my item to be ready, and I was sent a text message. Overall it was an ok experience, just seemed overpriced for the quality.
Jeannie D.
Jeannie D.
May 02, 2019
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Brought in some brand new $80 trousers for a hem, they look exactly like they should. You can't tell they've been altered at all. The service was pleasant, quick & professional. The reviews are true. I will definitely recommend & return for service!!
Marybeth Stephens
Marybeth Stephens
Jan 18, 2019
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I've been through my fair share of crappy alterations in the Vancouver area. Express Sewing is the best. She is honest in her pricing, doesn't make promises she can't keep, and does a wonderful job. Usually finishes earlier than expected and I love that she texts when done. Higy recommend.
Karina T.
Karina T.
Sep 22, 2018
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Quality work at an affordable price! Valentina does a great job at what she does. Pretty much you tell her what you want and she does her best to meet your needs. She is easy to work with, experienced, and completes her work in a timely manner. 👌 Will continue to go there for my alterations.
Nando D.
Nando D.
Aug 31, 2018
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Fantastic service!!!!
Fast, great and reliable!
I wish companies like this would get more recognition!
Thank you so much for the friendly and great service, on top of being super quick!
I will definitely be back when I need it and also will recommend your shop to others in need.
Once again thank you so much for making my uniforms look so nice and sharp :)
Alexander K.
Alexander K.
Aug 17, 2018
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I've been to Valentinas twice, and my goodness does she deliver! I can't say enough about how thankful I am for her great and prompt work. I've taken two separate suits on short notice and she's altered both of them perfectly. Valentina is top notch quality in Vancouver, highly recommend
Anna H.
Anna H.
Aug 17, 2018
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I had my wedding dress altered (taken in around the bust and hemmed) at Express Sewing and could not be more pleased. She completed it weeks early because she had time, and the fit was absolute perfection on the first try! Not to mention, she was so reasonably priced and took so much care to make every seam perfect. The perfect place if you have a simple wedding dress.
Key Kuran
Key Kuran
Jun 27, 2018
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Was very happy to receive back my clothes today. Valentina did great quality work, very fair pricing, and was done in a timely manner. I’m very pleased to have gotten my clothes altered by her.
Don L.
Don L.
Jun 14, 2018
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Fabulous work! I needed to get a shirt altered that was originally too big. Valentina trimmed it down perfectly and texted me back within a few hours of me originally dropping off the shirt. Her work was so good, I couldn't even tell that the shirt was re-sized. It looked as good as new!
Jasper C.
Jasper C.
Jun 12, 2018
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Had two pairs of pants hemmed as well as a jacket altered. Was told it would take up to a week, but it was finished in 3 days. Everything was done as requested in less time then expected. I will be a repeat customer.
Tara B.
Tara B.
Jun 12, 2018
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I had a bridesmaid dress that needed to be altered- she did an amazing job. Very affordable and speedy!! I will definitely be going back!
J. K.
J. K.
Jun 12, 2018
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Express indeed. Brought in 2 military uniforms needing multiple insignia added and 2 pants hemmed. (There are NO uniform tailors in or near Vancouver) Came in at Noon expecting a few days. Valentina called in a few hours. Done same day (in 3 hours!) and to Milspec exactly as instructed. I was pleased. I had been to other places who charged the same price and needed at least one week. I'll be recommending her to my unit and bringing in other work.
Riley R.
Riley R.
May 30, 2018
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If I could give her less stars I would. I'm sure she's fine for her "preferred" work but I absolutely would not recommend taking her any formal wear that required any real "work". Valentina claims to do wedding dresses but I absolutely would be terrified to bring her a wedding gown. I brought mine in to see what she would quote me for a price and quoted 300 dollars JUST TO HEM IT. Didn't even have me put it on, refused to touch the top of my dress as it was lace and continued to go on about how she makes her money doing day to day things like pants and jackets
David I.
David I.
Apr 19, 2018
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I've had them sew patches on several jackets of mine and they are always perfect. Service is usually in a few days but she will call you if she finishes early. I'm bringing leather pants to her next, needs hemming.
Lauren H.
Lauren H.
Feb 06, 2018
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I've come a few times to have pants altered and both times I was impressed with the quality of work. I'm so happy to now have a go-to alterations person!!!
Katie C.
Katie C.
Nov 17, 2017
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Couldn't be happier with the professional alteration/tailoring service I received! The prices are very reasonable, and you get your items back in a timely manner. We had lots of expensive items tailored here and I'm never disappointed! Definitely would recommend Express Sewing to anyone looking for outstanding sewing services!
Erin R.
Erin R.
Oct 18, 2017
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Fantastic job! Really great quality work, thorough and timely. It's nice to find someone who takes pride in their work. I highly recommend!!!!!
Kayla J.
Kayla J.
Sep 09, 2017
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Valentina is great. My husband got a suit altered and it fit perfectly when she was done. The price was reasonable and she was finished with it pretty quickly. I would definitely come back in the future for more alterations.
Marybeth S.
Marybeth S.
Jul 25, 2017
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I took a chance on Valentina after going to a mediocre alterations shop for a few years. I finally got fed up with them after a couple of disappointing experiences and searched yelp for another place. I brought Valentina an expensive pair of jeans to be taken up using the original hem and also tapered in the legs. She did a great job! She texted me when they were ready like she said she would and they were ready on the day promised. the jeans look and fit great and I'm very pleased. highly recommend.
Stefan A.
Stefan A.
Jun 19, 2017
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I'm from out of town, and I was attracted to this place by the good reviews.

Valentina is very professional, and she clearly cares about her customers. She also guarantees her work which is very respectable. I had some pants tapered and hemmed, and they were completed in exactly one week to good results.

My only issue is that she charges $35 for tapering, which is quite steep. Along with $12 for hemming; therefore, I payed $47 for one pair of pants. Unfortunately, I know I can get the same results elsewhere for cheaper. Otherwise, I highly recommend the service if that price does not bother
Tiffany L.
Tiffany L.
Dec 14, 2016
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The owner Valentina has been amazing and is amazing ! She made me top priority as a customer to literally re do and refurbish my New Year's Eve dress set. It looks 100% better and fits better than what it looked like when I bought it . She is such a sweet lady and has the best customer service . I recommend this place no questions asked !! I will be going back to her . Thank you so much for being such a huge help and your skills are beautiful !!
April Barnes
April Barnes
Oct 21, 2016
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I took my son's Scout uniform here to have his patches seen on very last minute. The owner was wonderful and very helpful! She had his patches sewn on beautifully in less than an hour! Prices were also very affordable.