view video of this waistcoat:  www.youtube.com/thejaxcollection

Large size 18-20 - browns, lime greens - birds - intricate embroidered lines - classic timeless - the quality of the artistic craftsmanship in this waistcoat is simply georgous - shaded lime greens and browns - real work of art.  Put it on the wall if you like!

measurements:

Back neck to hem 30.5",

Back underarm to underarm 24.5",

Side underarm to hem 19",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 13",

Armhole circumference 25.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 17.5"

See "waistcoat guide" on this website or contact me for further information.

Ref: 20 -

Created Feb 2008

• Medium size
• Gold, green and aubergine colours
• quite loud design - machine embroidered
• clever and eyecatching 
• Ivy leaves from the garden plus curvy design 
• grey denim waistcoat 
• beautifully crafted 
• no front fastening
• unisex

suggest you measure against a garment of your own. 

• measurements as follows:
• Back neck to hem 19,75"(50cm),
• Back underarm to underarm 19.75" (50cm),
• Side underarm to hem 9.25"(23.5cm) ,
• Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10.5" (26.5cm),
• Armhole circumference 26" (66cm),
• Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14.5"(36.5cm) 

See "waistcoat guide" on this website or contact me for further information.

Ref:36.......£39.00 - Small glazed cotton chintz patchwork waistcoat - I made lots of these waistcoats about 12 years ago - I have a couple left from this time - one is pictured above - beautifully crafted loads of work in it - lots of colours as can be seen in item photograph - plus embroidery -

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 20",

Back underarm to underarm 18",

Side underarm to hem 9.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 9.5",

Armhole circumference 24",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15". 

See "waistcoat guide" on this website or contact me for further information.

Original Designer Black Denim Unique Waistcoat 40"

Description: black/grey denim front and back waistcoat which has been colour distressed to create the effect shown in item photograph. It has non symetrical geometric machine stitched design lines on back and on one front side. - 2 rows of burgundy stitching, one black and one blue. Very subtle - but looks great - It is being described as a man's size 40".

measurements are as follows:

Centre back of neck to bottom hem of garment 22" (56cm)

Underarm to underarm back measurement is 20" (51.5cm)

Each front panel measures under the underarm to centre front 11.3/4" (30.5cm)

The armhole circumference is aprox 29"(74.5cm)

One metal ornate Norwegian front fastening.

Ref 48

Ref 26: - small blue denim with pink horses and pink flowers - all abstract - cute and sweet very unusual - meansurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 19.5",

Back underarm to underarm 17.5",

Side underarm to hem 9.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 9.25",

Armhole circumference 23",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14"

ref 54 - £49.00 ono -- size 12-14 - Blue and Black distressed Denim patchworked with simple embroidery and some applique - one front pocket - beautifully made - this is a great long waistcoat - soft and subbtle - easy to wear -

Measurements - Back neck to hem 29.5",

Back underarm to underarm 19.5",

Side underarm to hem 19.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10",

Armhole circumference 22.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16"

Ref... 27: £45.00ono - small medium denim with pink poppies plus geommetric embroidered lines - clever design the top has darker grey applique on both shoulders - its really lovely - all abstract - stunning - measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 19.5",

Back underarm to underarm 19",

Side underarm to hem 9",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10",

Armhole circumference 25.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14"....

Ref 32....£99.00 ono - size 16-18 Long blue denim distressed - waistcoat with clematis and willow leaves - bamboo - lime green stitching - other citrus colours quite subtle unusual embroidery - beautifully crafted - one front pocket -

meansurements as follows: Back neck to hem 30",

Back underarm to underarm 22.5",

Side underarm to hem 19.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 11",

Armhole circumference 24.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5"

Ref 33... - size 16-18 Long grey denim distressed - this is really wacky - goodness knows what I had in my mind when working on this design - horses, birds, lots of geometric lines, abstract like flowers, one front pocket - see web album for more images

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 30.5",

Back underarm to underarm 22.5",

Side underarm to hem 19.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 11",

Armhole circumference 24.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5"

Ref: 09 - £55.00 - Blue distressed denim  one real and one faux button fastening  Description: no back belt.  Subtle and simple design - understated but interesting more images can be seen waistocoats gallery - follow link top of this page -

please check measurements -- -

Centre back of neck to bottom hem of garment 22" -

Underarm to underarm back measurement is 23" .

Side underarm to hem 9"

Each front panel measures under the underarm to centre front 12" less when button fastened -

The armhole circumference is aprox 30" ,

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16" 

Ref: 08 - £29 - Short Unique Lightweight Music Theme Waistcoat I created this waistcoat about 10 years ago as an experimental piece - it cannot be washed as the paint will come off. Please do not buy if this concerns you. I have reduced the price of this waistcoat because of this. However lots of work was put into it and is well made. Very interesting design. This short waistcoat is being described as ladies size 14-16 but could be worn as a unisex garment. please check that the following measurements are suitable for you:

Dimensions of this garment:

centre back of neck to bottom hem 20"

back underarm to underarm measurement 20.5"

each front panel measures from underam to centre front 11"

side underam to bottom hem 9"

the armhole circumference is approx. 26"

Ref 53 - £49.00 - Pack of cards long waistcoat - abstract design - juxtaposed reds and blacks - fun garment - creates a statement - beautifully made - lots of embroidery - embroidered on back - one front pocket - more images can be seen following link top of this page.

Measurements -

Back neck to hem 30",

Back underarm to underarm 20",

Side underarm to hem 19.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10",

Armhole circumference 22.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15"

Ref: 24 - £35.00 ono - Now this is an interesting one - created about 15 years ago out of chintz, silk and moire fabrics - the style and shape of this waistcoat is a one off - bolero type -  for some natural reason the silk discoloured so I washed it - this affected the rest of the garment - too good to throw away - its beautifully crafted - about a size 16 - it is discoloured - tarnished - like tea marks plus the red has run a bit - please ask to see detailed photographs if this concerns you.

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 19",

Back underarm to underarm 20",

Side underarm to hem 8.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10.5",

Armhole circumference 25.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15",

ref 39 - £25.00 - Indigo Blue Denim frayed waistcoat - 40"-42" two small patches no pockets roughly sewn on front and back - red stitching - experimental - raw and rugged

Measurements - Back neck to hem 23",

Back underarm to underarm 22.5",

Side underarm to hem 10",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 13",

Armhole circumference 29",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 17"

Ref: 46 - £49.00 ono Short Brown Denim Waistcoat - simple and classic design - small amount of blue, black and cream embroidery - guaranteed unique The denim has been treated then dyed brown - a process I tried a few times but too much work to do again (as can be seen in item photograph), non symmetrical way plus added further machine embroidery. There is flexibility as there are no front fastenings.

Waistcoat Measurements

Back Neck to Hem 19.5",

Back Underarm to Underarm Side Underarm to Hem 18",

Each Front Panel Side Seam to Front Opening 9",

Armhole circumference - 24"

This waistcoat is made from 100% cotton fabric. The Lining of this waistcoat is black cotton Waistcoat should be hand washed only (full care instructions included). Waistcoats are beautifully crafted and of exceptional quality.

Ref 50 - £45.00 Blue denim front and back - denim slightly distressed - enhanced stitching appliqued - front bottom and shoulder - also on back shoulder -check fabric lining - ornate front fastening - strong and simple - great waistcoat

Centre back of neck to bottom hem of garment 22.5" -

Underarm to underarm back measurement is 21" .

Side underarm to hem 9.5"

Each front panel measures under the underarm to centre front 12.5" -

The armhole circumference is aprox 31" ,

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.5" 

Ref 52 - £50.00 XXL - please check measurements - black denim front back - denim distressed - enhanced blue, black and red stitching appliqued -

Centre back of neck to bottom hem of garment 25" -

Underarm to underarm back measurement is 23.5" .

Side underarm to hem 12"

Each front panel measures under the underarm to centre front 13.5" -

The armhole circumference is aprox 32" ,

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5"

Ref 57... £35.00 ono - created about 1993 ..Blue Denim patchworked unisex waistcoat - non-symmetrical - blue wool stitching - .­­­ slightly flawed because I am not particularly happy the way  layers of the thick denim meet in the centre front - please ask for further details - images - its a strong good garment tho.

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 20",

Back underarm to underarm 21",

Side underarm to hem 9",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10.75",

Armhole circumference 26.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14" 

Ref 60... £25.00 Blue denim patchworked waistcoat - linnear and willow leaves - slight problem with front panel - low price due to this - please contact me for more information -its a lovely design and looks great - enhanced with machine embroidery - like all my waistcoats totally unique and original .

­­­measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 20",

Back underarm to underarm 20",

Side underarm to hem 9.25",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10.25",

Armhole circumference 25.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14.25"

Ref 59... £59.00 ono Brown theme size 12-14 - patchworked with selected glazed chintz cotton fabric - some dating back to the early 1980's - (vintage) enhanced with machine embroidery - like all my waistcoats totally unique and original - no front fastenings or pockets - needs to be dry cleaned - its a bit wacky - see further images gallery follow link from the top of this page

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 27.5",

Back underarm to underarm 20",

Side underarm to hem 17.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 9.5",

Armhole circumference 22",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.75".

Ref 51 - £45.00 XXL - please check measurements - Blue denim front and check fabric back - denim slightly distressed - enhanced blue stitching appliqued - red chintz decoration as can be seen on photographs - cowboy style last time I looked at this waistcoat I noticed the fronts were slightly furled - lower price because of this - will include front fastenings that can be sewn on to conquer problem - bit zany - created about 15 years ago

Centre back of neck to bottom hem of garment 25" - Underarm to underarm back measurement is 22.5" . Side underarm to hem 12" Each front panel measures under the underarm to centre front 13" - The armhole circumference is aprox 30.5" ,Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5"

Ref: 02.... £59.00 Mens Designer Waistcoat - Embroidered on Black Denim size 42 Description: Mens handpainted and embroidered waistcoat - one of a kind -guaranteed unique. Eyecatching - beautifully handpainted & machine embroidered - onto black denim - features clematis & willow leaves plus other abstract shapes and machine lines. Mostly shades of greens, reds - lots of subtle colours - very tactile - four front buttons - plain black cotton back with belt. made from start to finish in my Devon studio. 

Back neck to hem 20.5",

Back underarm to underarm 21",

Side underarm to hem 9",

Each front panel sideseam to front opening 12",

Armhole circumference 30",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.5"

Ref: 07 - £50.00- Short Blue Denim Waistcoat guaranteed unique The denim has been treated (as can be seen in item photograph), handpainted willow leaves in a non symmetrical way plus added further machine embroidery - ochre, beige, lemony yellow & lime - looks interesting! This short waistcoat is being described as size ladies 14-16.

Please note the measurements (to nearest half inch) are as follows:

centre back of neck to bottom of garment 19.5" -

underarm to underarm back measurement is 19.5".

Each front panel measures from underarm to centre front 10.25" -

from underarm to bottom hem 9.25" -

the armhole circumference is 25.5"

This garment is made from 100% cotton - the outer layer is blue heavy weight denim - which has been colour discharged to create a random washed out look - the lining is black cotton fabric. This garment can be handwashed - (full care instructions will be included). It does not have a front fastening.

Ref: 10 - Unique Waistcoat - Over 200 handsewn glazed chintz hexagons included in design - variety of fabrics including Charles Hammond Glazed Cotton Chintz, Plain cotton chintz, Moire, Synthetic textiles.

Its being sold as used but in reasonable (not perfect) condition. I am almost reluctant to sell this waistcoat - its one of the first I ever made (about 16 years ago) - it represents lots and lots of handsewn work - its been worn alot - its travelled alot - but there is no use keeping it packed away where it cannot be appreciated. sold as not washable - altho I have hand washed it before and it came out OK. short waistcoat described as ladies size 14-16 but could be unisex garment. The back is plain black Moire fabric. no front fastenings. please check measurementscentre

back of neck to bottom hem 22"

back underarm to underarm measurement 19"

each front panel measures from underam to centre front 10"

side underam to bottom hem 11"

armhole circumference is 22.5"

Ref: 18 - £69.00 Long Waistcoat - unique unusual and orginal design - pink horse theme - beautifully embroidered - size 12-14 Two pink horses - one on front panel and the other on back panel - cream manes - abstract clematis flowers - willow leaves - cerise, pink, purples on lightweight blue treated denim - one pocket - handpainted with chalky effect - lined with black cotton fabric. no front fastenings so slightly flexible - please check measurements below. Always happy to answer any questions.

Back neck to hem 29.5",

Back underarm to underarm 19.5",

Side underarm to hem 1,9.5"

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 10",

Armhole circumference 22 ",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5" 

Ref 13- £29.00 - Blue Denim front and back - unisex embroidered and painted paisley abstract design on one front panel and on back -beautifully crafted - see further photos - lightweight quality denim measurements as follows ......

Back neck to hem 22",

Back underarm to underarm 21",

Side underarm to hem 9",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 12"

Armhole circumference 30",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.5...

Ref: 06 - £35.00 -Simple blue denim fronts - black glazed chintz lining, check fabric back with belt as photographed- belt can be drawn in. Denim is new off the roll but is blemished as can be seen in photograph - this is because it has been washed. See back photo by following link at the top of this page

Measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 24",

Back underarm to underarm 19.5",

Side underarm to hem 9",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 11.5",

Armhole circumference 29",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15"...

Ref 71 - Long Black Denim Waistcoat with one front pocket - treated to create animal hide type effect then hand painted with abstract designs and embroidered with shades of red and turquoise - very unusual - eyecatching but subtle - quality garment small size - no front fastenings so slightly flexible -

please check measurements below against a garment you already wear. black cotton lining - one front pocket

Waistcoat measurements: to nearest half-inch

Back neck to hem 30"

Back underarm to underarm 19.5"

Side underarm to hem 19.5"

 Each front panel side seam to front opening 10"

Armhole circumference 22"

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.5"

Ref 35...£49.00 ono - size 16-18 Long grey denim patchworked with black denim - this is another really wacky design upsidedown fuschia flowers!!- beautifully crafted embroidered lines - abstract hearts one front pocket -

meansurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 30",

Back underarm to underarm 22.5",

Side underarm to hem 19.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 11",

Armhole circumference 24.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5"

Ref 74 - June 2008 - Crazy Patchwork & applique Waistcoat created mostly from vintage and cherished fabrics - various textures including glazed cotton chintz, upholstery weight cottons, some of these fabrics go back to the 1950s -

lining in new black cotton fabric - quite a heavy waistcoat - comprises of three or more layers of fabric. Most these fabrics have been collected over a number of years - chosen because they are quality, or unusual - includes Liberty, Charles Hammond etc

Measurements as follows:

to nearest half-inch Back neck to hem 21"(54cm)

Back underarm to underarm 19.5"(50cm)

Side underarm to hem 10.75"(28cm)

Each front panel side seam to front opening 12"(31cm)

Armhole circumference 25.5" (65.5cm)

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14"(36cm) 

Ref: 12 - Fantastic New Mens Designer Burgundy Waistcoat M/L

Waistcoat are made with strong heavy cotton fabric -lined with quality cotton fabric. If you do not like this colour fabric please contact me - small blue leave underarm - please see image in photo gallery following link from top of page.

I have lots of other fantastic colours available There are no front fastenings, however if you would like one metal fastening to be attached free of charge - burgundy colour fabric (have tried to photograph as accurately as possible - if colour is an issue please contact me - lined with quality blue denim cotton. . see leaf motif images following.

Measurements Back neck to hem 22",

Back underarm to underarm 21.5",

Side underarm to hem 9",

Each front panel side seam to front opening 12",

Armhole circumference 30",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.5"

Ref 94 - smallish size 12 Grey Long Denim Waistcoat - asymmetrical - pretty lilacs, purples, greens, embroidered clematis leaves, blues, curvy machine embroidery - one front pocket - lots of work in this waistcoat - charcoal colour cotton lining.  This waistcoat is quite understated -only when you are close up do you really notice all the work involved

please check measurements below created using denim - has blemishes and imperfections (small accidental black pen mark) not very noticable but if you are concerned please ask me to send image to show mark  flexibility as no front fastenings -

check measurements with a garment you already wear.

Back neck to hem 29.5"(75.5cm)

Back underarm to underarm 20"(51.5cm)

Side underarm to hem 19.5"(50cm)

Each front panel side seam to front opening 10"(25.5cm) Armhole circumference 21.5" (55.5cm)

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15" (38.5cm)

Ref 88 - Different to many of my waistcoat - plain black background - embroidered panels - quite strong colours - very unusual - check measurements with a garment you already wear. Back neck to hem 19.5"(50cm) Back underarm to underarm 17"(43cm) Side underarm to hem 9.5"(24.5cm) Each front panel side seam to front opening 9"(23cm) Armhole circumference 23" (58.5cm) Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14" (35.5cm) 

Ref 66....... Extra Extra Large Dark Burgundy colour very strong fabric - has a distressed look and feel about it - will never iron up perfectly - looks old but was created Feb 2008 - rugged appeal - two blue concealed denim pockets (one on lapel that fits a mobile phone and the other quite large on front panel) as can be seen.  - measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 24.5"(62.5cm),

 Back underarm to underarm 26" (66cm),

Side underarm to hem 9.25"(23.5cm) ,

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 14" (36cm),

Armhole circumference 32" (82cm), 

suggest you view other images of this waistcoat >  as the colour does not show well on item description http://picasaweb.google.com/thejaxcollection/WaistcoatsForSale   

Ref 67...Extra Large Dark Red colour very strong fabric - has a distressed look and feel about it - will never iron up perfectly - looks old but was created Feb 2008 - rugged appeal - two inside pockets (one on lapel that fits a mobile phone and the other quite large on front panel) 

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 22.5"(58cm),

Back underarm to underarm 24.75" (63cm),

Side underarm to hem 9.25"(23.5cm) ,

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 13.5" (34cm),

Armhole circumference 32" (82cm), starting price £19.00 -

contact me for more info - suggest you view other images of this waistcoat before purchase >  http://picasaweb.google.com/thejaxcollection/WaistcoatsForSale  

Ref 63...Medium size -  red bamboo and poppies with navy, green and gold stitching - abstract embroidery with some geometric lines - great for festivals - bright and cheerful - beautifully crafted ......

measure against a garment of your own. measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 19.5",

Back underarm to underarm 18",

Side underarm to hem 9.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 9.5",

Armhole circumference 24.5",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14"

Ref: 113 - UNIQUE - Abstract Red Dart & Leaves - Price guide £65.00 Ladies size 10-12  This is a small, quirky, striking but somewhat beautifully unusual waistcoat. Subtle blues, browns, pale green stitching.  The eyecatching feature being the strong red faux dart shapes on various seams around the waistcoat.  no front fastening or pockets - please check measurements below against a garment you already wear. black cotton lining - measurements: to nearest half-inch Back neck to hem 19.5"(49.5cm) Back underarm to underarm 17.25"(43.5cm) Side underarm to hem 9.5"(24cm) Each front panel side seam to front opening 9" (23cm )Armhole circumference 23" (59cm) Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14.25"(36cm) - this is a quality and beautifully crafted waistcoat. handwash

Ref 62... roughly size 16 - see measurements below - measure against a garment of your own. Short - Unisex

striking black/grey denim waistcoat - willow and poppies pinks, gold stitching - some olive green - this waistcoat is simply stunning - beautifully crafted - lots going on in this waistcoat - because of the gold could be nice for an evening event -

measurements as follows:

Back neck to hem 21.5",

Back underarm to underarm 19.5",

Side underarm to hem 11",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 12",

Armhole circumference 26",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 14"

ref 31- Long Blue Denim Designer Embroidered Waistcoat with Abstract Clematis Leaves size 16 - 18 but please check measurements below:

Description:
Blue distressed denim , handpainted  black clematis leaves - very unusual effect - lots of machine embroidery salmon pinks, purples, tactile machine couching in black and cream/white - geometric lines - really beautiful and stunning garment - this is an original - even the designer could not replicate this intricate design.
black cotton lining - one front pocket - no front fastenings so slightly flexible
  made from start to finish in my Devon studio. 

Back neck to hem  -30.5",
Back underarm to underarm  23",
Side underarm to hem  19.5"
Each front panel - side seam to front opening  11",
Armhole circumference 24.5",
Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16"

ref 47 - Wacky but wonderful long blue waistcoat - size 16-18 - unisex - stretched abstract leaves - embroidered pink, yellow, burgundy, mauve, and green stitching - black hearts - Great attention seeker!

Measurements -

Back neck to hem 30.5",

Back underarm to underarm 22.5",

 Side underarm to hem 19.5",

Each front panel - side seam to front opening 11.25",

Armhole circumference 25",

Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 16.5"

Ref 03:  Patchwork Waistcoat unique unisex size 16 - please check measurements  before you bid.  Garment has been made using glazed cotton chintz in various colours and patterns - right hand side front is paisley design pale pink and blue, this is carried over to part of the back, gentle blues, pinks and greens of various patterns.  There is some black patterned fabric - on the back an abstract bird is partly featured. The design is not symmetrical.  happy to send further photographs upon your request. no front fastenings. A belt at the back can be pulled in.
please check  measurments are suitable

Centre back of neck to bottom hem 22"
back underarm to underarm measurement  20"
each front panel measures from underarm to centre front 12"
side underam to bottom hem 9"

the armhole circumference  is approx 29"

This garment can only be dry cleaned and is designed only for careful wear.

ref: 21 - £45.00  New Mens Designer Kharki/Oatmeal Waistcoat M/L
made from start to finish in my Devon studio .   A new line of affordable designer unique waistcoats now available, these are in addition to the complicated and exquisitely embroidered waistcoats that have been my trademark for the last 16 years.  If you do not like this colour fabric please contact me - I have lots of other fantastic colours available and will list as required.
- As item photograph - measurements are detailed below.  Lined with quality ecru canvas 100% cotton.

Back neck to hem  22",
Back underarm to underarm  21",
Side underarm to hem  9",
Each front panel - side seam to front opening  12",
Armhole circumference 30",
Back shoulder to shoulder from shoulder seam 15.5"