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"
Ref 100 - short unisex grey waistcoat treated to create animal hide type effect then hand painted with abstract horses, ivy and clematis leaves then embroidere
available on www.ebay.co.uk > Thejaxcollection
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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:
- Efficient and friendly customer service
- Fast despatch of items
- A listening approach to customer requirements
- A Refund policy (see contact page of this website)
- Current feedback on Ebay - 1144 x 100% positive
- Jackie Wills has sold in excess of 700 unique waistcoats over a period of 17 years.
- This website concentrates soley on waistcoats - you cannot buy patchwork or art from this site.
- Latest creations will be added as they become available.
- Waistcoats can be purchased or commissioned using paypal, UK sterling cheque or postal order.
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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
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Recent Commissions
November 2008
Ref: 98 - November 2008 - Commission - Dr. C.S asked me to create a waistcoat for his wedding. He proposed to his wife whilst diving in the Red Sea - so the theme was to depict the underwater engagement - along with fish found in the red sea - purple anthais, batfish and lion fish - also seaweed. Bubbles in the form of hearts add a lovely romantic notion!
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June 2008
Below two waistcoats commissioned by JS - the grey one is particularly beautiful. The blue one has a simple design inspired by piano keys. Take a peep through picasa gallery link to see waistcoats with similar themes but very very different indeed.
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Below: Detail - Wedding Waistcoat Commission - brief was to create Bridegrooms waistcoat with insects and chess board theme.
May 2008
footnote: 1 Sept 08 - email received from M & B (extract)
"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.
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Recent Ebay feedback left for waistcoats by Jackie Wills - Thejaxcollection
9 September 2008 - Stunning item, gorgeous colours, wonderful workmanship. Many thanks.
09-Aug-08 Item better than described, beautifully wrapped, very prompt. Highly reccomended
05-Jun-08 Stunning item, am saving for another... could wear this anywhere. Many thanks.
12-Apr-08 really nice workmanship,good quality and swift delivery,thanks!!!!!!!!!!
12-Apr-08 excellent item,very nice work the wife loves it.Thanks!!!!!!!!!
29-Mar-08 beautiful and unique, very nice seller
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In a nutshell:
I began working professionally with textiles in 1984
- Sold over 700 unique waistcoats
- Sold hundreds of thousands ready cut patchwork paper templates
- Sold numerous misc. artworks, patchworks, ACEO's as they become available
- Published many articles including Fibonacci Hexagons - Patchwork and Quilting Summer 1990
My work is:
- To provide original and beautifully crafted quality distinctive waistcoats
- To provide inspiring original patchwork patterns
- To provide Patchwork template packs with ready cut templates and instruction
- To encourage customers to design their own ideas in patchwork with confidence
- Email: Thejaxcollection@gmail.com
- Address will be provided upon your request
- A notice will appear here if more than 72 hours delay in response is expected
- Telephone 01803 690747
- Telephone 07737 374 319 Mobile
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.
- Selection of waistcoats are also available
- Ebay
- www.specialistauctions.com
- sellers name Thejaxcollection
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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.