Rodica's like a stern grandmother, so just accept that up front. But when I brought a beaded gown in last minute for alterations 1 day before my event, she accepted the challenge. In my defense it was last minute because the dress I ordered from a boutique didn't come in and I had to buy one in store 2 days before my event. I was so stressed! Rodica had it ready for me the day of my event. The alterations that she made were perfect and I loved my dress! So, she's not going to be your best friend but she's great at her craft! I would go back to her. I'd rather have a stern great seamstress than a warm fuzzy one who is average.