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My Work
I began working professionally with textiles in 1984 - my first commission was a small cushion cover for the window display of Charles Hammond in Sloane Street, London. Subsequently I worked for a small interior design company in Walton Street. After many adventures I started my own studio my home town in 1991.
Patchwork Paper Templates
I have been selling patchwork paper templates on the internet for over three years. During this time my range has expanded according to customer demand.
I offer a friendly, efficient and quality service proven by many return customers. Always happy to listen to your specific requirements and happy to create custom orders to place on Ebay for your convenient purchase.
Since I was about 12 years old I have been a passionate hand sewer of hexagons - (the traditional English method over papers) over the years I have designed and sewn together in excess of 12 large wall hangings (each having about 3000 hexagons) and numerous smaller projects. I used to spend a great deal of time travelling on trains, coaches and planes - and having my patchwork tin with me stopped me going bored witless - if that is an expression!
So often, when teaching and travelling I heard people complaining about cutting the fiddly papers. So I decided to put together a range of Hexagon, Octagon, Diamond, Square Paper Templates in a variety of quantities, sizes and packs. I have recently included Fibonacci Hexagon Patchwork Templates - and now my "Beautiful Design" based on an Islamic pattern - if you are curious about this method - if you are curious more information on my website www.artworksandwaistcoats.co.uk
Set yourself a challenge by handsewing hexagons together - This rewarding stress busting pastime will absorb hours of your time - whilst the end result will be your future family heirlooms - ideal to do sitting in front of the TV - take travelling - or whilst convalescing.
Hexagon Patchwork Patterns
February 2007 - Having received much interest in my Patchwork designs over the years - I decided to create pattern sheets of six different designs. These are all of works I created during the late 1980s and early 1990s - The Christmas Quilt, The Happiness Quilt, Fibonacci Elgin, Nautical Sailor, The Black Hole and Tampa to Suttons Island. Packs include laminated design, 100 hexagon templates, and a sample hexagon for you to copy
Waistcoats
My first waistcoat was sold at Cockington Court in 1991. Since then I have sold in excess of 600 unique and beautifully crafted garments. Many of these garments have been sold at Brigid Foleys' long established designer shop in Tavistock. Many others were sold over a number of years at the Exeter Festival - other sales have been generated by word and mouth and repeat custom.
Over the last few years I have concentrated my efforts on internet selling. Whilst there are certain advantages e.g worldwide audience, detailed images and information can be exchanged before purchase and customers can buy from the comfort of their own home - there are some disadvantages e.g: you cannot feel the texture, and quality of the garment neither can you stand in front of a mirror to see how fabulous you look wearing the garment. Correct size is obviously very very important - over the years I have kept to simple styles that are flexible by way of no front fastenings and are not fitted.
To save time and disappointment in the fitting department - waistcoat descriptions show many different measurements. It is recommended that you check these measurements against your body to avoid disappointment. Perhaps get a friend to help you. If you need further measurements or clarification please do not hesitate to contact me.
Commissions
I can create more or less any theme and more or less any size to suit you. For a small fee (£5.00) my commission service includes a cotton toile that I send you before I make the garment.. I love design challenges - tell me your ideas and I will create your waistcoat!
Other Items in my listings
In addition I have other misc. items within my listings. Too good or too interesting to throw away.
My Guarantee
Jackie Wills personally designs and creates each unique waistcoat.
If your purchased waistcoat differs in any way from the style, fabric or size descibed in waistcoat item description - I will make a full refund less postage.
Returned waistcoat must be in its original condition.
I will not accept returns on waistcoats that have been altered, worn or smell unpleasant.
Please email or telephone me within 14 days of the goods being received if you wish to return your waistcoat. Occasionally I take time away from the computer please lookout for holiday messages above my listings.
If you return a waistcoat and would like to try a different size I would consider an exchange. You will be charged for extra post and packing costs. Please send all returns via a recorded delivery method.
Please do not hesitate to email me for further information - I am a very helpful seller.
Refund Policy
If for any reason you are not happy with your item, please e-mail me to arrange a refund. Please return the item within 14 days of receipt in the original packaging.
Garments should be returned in the exact condition that that were received. Unworn and free of any stain or smell - i.e. smoke, perfume etc etc.. The sale price will be refunded via the method you paid (please note that post and packing costs cannot be returned in this case).
If you are dissatisfied with your item in any way please let me know. I am a very friendly seller and customer satisfaction is my priority.
If I plan to be away from the computer for more than 48 hours then a message will appear above each listing. Occasionally I do spend time away from the computer!
Thankyou for taking the time to read this page.
I look forward to hearing from you soon!
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