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Master tailor Jackie Nguyen of Jackie's Alterations brings 25 years of experience to the fabric each time she performs alterations and tailoring services for men, women, and children. Jackie can taper a pant leg ($20) or hem a skirt ($20–$25) and offers same-day pickup service for those pressed for time or about to board a space shuttle. Women can bring in a dress and allow the fabric wizard to shorten it ($20–$50), take the sides in or out ($25–$50), or raise the shoulders ($20–$30). A jacket sleeve lengthening for men ($25) helps to hide an impromptu growth spurt that occurs on the way to a job interview.