All of us are guilty of hibernating personal items in the closet that are too worn to wear out the house. Tossing them in the washer and dryer or performing a quick homemade repair just won’t suffice. Pamper and revamp those special pieces periodically at one of journeymagonline’s elite eight for dry cleaning, alterations and repairs.
1. Pressed 4 Time provides home pick-up and delivery for free. Services include: dry cleaning, laundry, alterations and shoe repair. For more information visit there website or call (850) 942-1415
2. Randolph Alterations has been a “one stop shop for dry cleaning, laundry and alterations for nearly 35 years,” says owner Eddie Randolph, who arranges discounts for college students and regulars. Service completed on the spot or in two days at the latest. Same location for 33 years at 615 W 4th Avenue. (850) 224-7230
3. Vogue Cleaners, titled best dry cleaners in 2006 by Tallahassee Magazine, provides laundry, dry cleaning and alterations on-site for anything from wedding gowns to fur jackets. Located at 1839 Thomasville Road. (850) 222-1322
4. Watches Plus offers repair for jewelry, specifically watches, with a 10-20 percent college discount with student I.D. as well as military discount. This vendor is located in Tallahassee Mall between Rack Room Shoes and Boost Mobile. (850) 385-6455
5. Delmas Diamond & Jewelers provides the general public the same service offered to retail establishments with a one-week turnaround. For more information visit the company’s website.
6. The Cobbler’s Shop repairs not only shoes, but also luggage and purses. From stilettos to leather boots this family-owned business provides quick service compared to other shoe repair competitors and was recognized by Tallahassee Democrat in April 2009. Located at 1732 Thomasville Road. (850) 224-1668
7. Sewing Creations’ owner Maura says, “I can make a wedding gown from a pillow.” Featured services include dress making, custom designs for clothing and alterations. Basic alterations such as hems or waist adjustment are $10 for women and men. Located at 2475 Apalachee Parkway suite 106. (850) 877-9472
8. A Fabulous Fit specializes in sewing and modifies any type of clothing from oversized jeans to confined leather boots so they are personalized to fit you. Owner Nga Nyguyen takes-on tailoring and alterations herself, and allows clients to dictate their pick-up day. “No questions asked. I make it happen for my customers, that’s my policy,” she says. Located at 1728 Thomasville Road, just one store over from The Cobbler’s Shop. (850) 222-1162
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