Advance notice: I will not be despatching any items 15 July - 5 August 2009 - after that time I do not expect to close again until Christmas. Sorry for this inconvenience
27 May 2009 - I am thinking of writing a book about waistcoats. If you have a Jackie Wills waistcoat and would like to tell your story - why you bought it, how often you wear it etc etc... or perhaps you have not purchased a waistcoat but would like to make some general comments - would be great to hear from you.
skype > thejaxcollection
see two short videos about Jackie Wills waistcoats
http://www.youtube.com/thejaxcollection
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Waistcoats of the Month
April 2009
Below: waistcoat Ref: 105 - March 2009 - georgous boho waistcoat - Clematis Leaves and flowers reds, mauves, blackcurre
please check measuremen
currently listed on Ebay > Thejaxcollection - price guide £49.00 - £69.00
Commission Below: - Sold
Toby of www.nimmingned.com commissioned this waistcoat to wear on St. George's Day - see this waistcoat and Nimmingned perform at The Bramley Apple Pub in Southwell 23 April 2009
Waistcoats of the Month - March 2009
Ref 102: Stunning, classic, fabulous colours, really really georgous waistcoat -suitable for any occasion - size 42" featuring willow leaves, rusts, salmon pinks, turquoises
Listed on Ebay > sellers name Thejaxcollection
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and now for a very different waistcoat - this is a commission - the theme requested was Dolphins of Knossos - and is now being worn by Prof. Charles Lyman in Florida..... "Lissa said I looked handsome, so I wore it to the opening of the Chinese show at the photo museum which Lissa ( and I ) helped found in the last few years. It was generally admired, and one of the principals said he could always rely on my wearing something special. ( Florida Museum for the Photographic Arts, if you care to google it)"
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Waistcoat of the Month - February 2009
Waistcoat of the Month Commission January 2009 Mortar Board Theme buyer wrote "it is absolutely stunning and exactly as I had pictured. Your customer service is excellent at all stages and your enthusiasm and dedication are exceptional. I hope I can have many more waistcoat occasions in the future"
7 November 2008
Today I have been reliably informed that the
7th Marquess of Bath
owns a "Jackie Wills" waistcoat!
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see two short videos about Jackie Wills waistcoats
http://www.youtube.com/thejaxcollection
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15 December 2008
Just finished the waistcoat below - its bizarre and wacky! - listed on Ebay
Waistcoat of the Month - December 2008
SOLD
Ref 96: waistcoat with the wow factor! - size 40" featuring large red flowers, fish, birds, leaves and some fantastic embroidery - its loud and creates a statement.
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wacky & unusual as well as some beautifully classic and timeless creations. Price range £15.00 - £200.00
sister websites:
http://www.patchworktemplates.com/
http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/thejaxcollection
Welcome
My aim is to always offer:
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Waistcoats of the month - October 2008
Above Ref: 82
Above Ref: 84
Above Ref 83
Above Ref: 80
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Waistcoat of the month - September 2008SOLD

below close up

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Waistcoat Listed 14 August 2008
Ref 78
Vintage Fabrics
see "shop" for more details

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August 2008 - No 77
SOLD
feedback received after purchase:
"Stunning item, gorgeous colours, wonderful workmanship. Many thanks."
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June 2008 Waistcoat of the Month - No 72
Classic - striking and georgous colours - timeless design

Ref: 72 - above & below


"We are finally settling down again after a wonderful wedding summer. The wedding day was beyond our expectations in its intensity and meaningfulness. The item of clothing that attracted most attention was of course the waistcoat. There I was, in my white dress (extraordinary for me to be in a pretty dress) totally eclipsed by my husand's attire!
It is truely a wonderful peice of clothing, but also a piece of art, and a piece of communication and expression. We love it."
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June 2008 - Brief was to create a wacky zany crazy waistcoat using vintage, cherished and recycled fabrics - with as much texture as possible. Apparently Emma's client was thrilled.

9 September 2008 - Stunning item, gorgeous colours, wonderful workmanship. Many thanks.
In a nutshell:
I began working professionally with textiles in 1984

Selection of waistcoats are also available from Shop :
Brigid Foley 8 Paddons Row, Tavistock PL19 0HF Tel: 01822 612203 Brigid has been selling my garments from her designer shop for the last ten years, perhaps longer.
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28 October 2008
Now for something completely different....... featuring Lion Fish and Purple Anthais Fish - plus constrasting Large Clematis Flowers - unusual and bizarre design - totally eccentric and fun waistcoat
Ebay > search > - (sellers name Thejaxcollection)
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Friday 10 October 2008
Introducing two ways to buy Jackie Wills Waistcoats.
Waistcoats buy now page of this website can be purchased immediately using paypal. If you wish to pay by UK cheque or postal order please contact me.
For maximum internet exposure I have now added:
Waistcoats (Auctions) Gallery of waistcoats listed on various auction sites. Bargains to be had by visiting named auction site.
Waistcoats each have a reference number. Further images of each waistcoat can be seen using the link below:
http://picasaweb.google.com/thejaxcollection
Message - Book
Using Hexagons in Patchwork by Jackie Wills
now available from
£8.99 plus p/p
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I am thinking of writing a book about waistcoats I have created over the years. If you have a Jackie Wills waistcoat and would like to tell your story - why you bought it, how often you wear it etc etc... or perhaps you have not purchased a waistcoat but would like to make some general comments - would be great to hear from you.