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lace map vest
new !

38" around chest
33" - 35" around waist
24" long in front
20" long in back

a lovely vest with rococo leanings..
vintage treasure, cursive & a bird are sewn
to the chest. 5 old buttons
close it in front & there
are two pockets for notes & flowers.
the back is a map of words and lace
& the waist is adjustable with a little belt.
perfect for picnicking in splendor~
model; aaron
photos: selene

$95.00purchase

pale leaf vest
new !
43" around chest
39 - 41" around waist
25" long in front
21" long in back

a dandy vest in pale green,
growing with antique lace
& found treasures..
there are 2 pockets,
hand-stitched with little x's,
and little castle patches on the back.
the waist is adjustable &
5 lovely vintage buttons
close it in front.
perfect for the elegant dandy.

model: aaron
photos: selene

$90.00purchase

victorian scrap vest

37" around chest
32 - 34" around waist
24" long in front
21" long in back

a beautiful brown vest,
stitched with genuine 1800s scraps
from a velvet waist-coat.
4 vintage buttons close it,
and there are two pockets for treasures.
dapper & ghosty, you can
see the tiny hand-stitches
from a hundred years past
on the scraps.. a perfect endeavor
for the victorian-leaning gent.

model: kevin
photos: selene

$90.00purchase

arrowroot vest
[ sold ]

38" around chest
36" around waist
25" long in front
21" long in back

a fancy vest in vintage pinstripes,
for your consideration..
pale blue lapels, black stitches, x's,
& 5 beautiful, antique buttons live here.
there are two pockets for treasures;
a rusty chain & friend are
stitched to the chest.
the back is patched with checkers &
a dancing man with his dog.
there are ties at the waist
for an adjustable fit.
a great vest for daily wear, with
hand-stitched magic hidden in the seams.

model: sean lee
photos: kevin

$90.00sold

beetle vest
[ sold ]

38" around chest 34" around waist 23" long in front 18 1/2" long in back

a lovely pinstripe vest in blue & red,
adorned with a good deal
of portable property,
as wemmick would say.
there are all sorts of treasures
stitched to the chest, and 5 vintage
buttons closing it.
2 pockets, and a cameo lady & key
are stitched over the heart.
the back is a rusty orange color with
a hungry beetle stitched in the center.
ogo made the beetle patch!
a dapper vest for an enterprising gentleman..

model: aaron
photos: selene

$120.00sold

carnival vest
[ sold ]

37" around chest
34-36" around waist
28" long in front
23" long in back

a dusty coloured vest
stitched with olive green scraps &
mis-matched buttons..
there is a gentleman charmer
patch on the back, above
a little belt which adjusts the waist.
there are found treasures stitched
on the chest, and
two pockets for YOUR findings..
at home in the forest or in
the junkyard, this vest goes anywhere in style.

model: aaron
photos: selene

$80.00sold

cursive sea vest

40" around chest
37-39" around waist
27" long in front
22" long in back

a dapper vest in rusty browns
& seaside blues.. ornamented
with little vintage brass bits,
mis-matched buttons, and an
old key over the heart.
the waist is adjustable,
with a little belt in back.
there are patches & cursive
silkscreens all over the back, also.
quite a lovely piece
for days by the sea,
feeding the birds.

model: aaron
photos: selene

$110.00purchase

dawson vest
[ sold ]
42" around chest
37-39" around waist
27" long in front
22" long in back

a dandy spring vest in
blue & white checkers,
with tatters of lace & fishes..
it buttons with 5 vintage
buttons, sports 2 pockets
& has an old metal treasure
sewn on the chest.
the vest is adjustable & has poetry
in script stitched on the back.

model: aaron
photos: selene

$80.00sold

chamomile vest
[ sold ]

36" bust
20 1/2" long in front
18 1/2" long in back
17 1/2" shoulder to shoulder
30-34" waist

a lovely, tawny lady's vest..
it buttons with 3
pale vintage buttons,
has a beautiful, jaunty collar
& neat pointy epaulettes.
the pockets are handstitched
with vintage crochet, and
there are patches on the chest &
back of chamomile &
vintage lettering.
it has an adjustable waist
& two buttons perched
on the left shoulder.
a sweet vest for flower-collecting..
or tea-making.

model: selene
photos: kevin

$65.00sold

monte' bear vest
[ sold ]

38" chest
36-38" waist
24" long in front
21" long in back

a dapper vest in brown pinstripes,
stitched with tattered coat-lining
& spotted vintage ties.
two bears are roaming across
the back, and there is a
line of lovely antique golden buttons
perched on the chest.
two pockets & an adjustable
waist finish it nicely.

model: kevin young
photos: selene

$90.00sold

patrick vest

40" chest
32-36" waist
27" long in front
23" long in back

a dapper spring vest in
pale brown stripes..
there are ruffles & plaid patches,
an antique chain, vintage buttons,
2 pockets & an adjustable waist.
best of all is a patch of heidi & the goats
perched on the back, framed
with hand-stitches & patches.

model: spider
photos: selene

$75.00purchase

benjamin brown vest
[ sold ]

38" around chest
34" - 38" around waist
23" long in front
19" long in back

a dear vest in soft brown velvet,
stitched with tatters
of vibrant green.
there are two pockets for treasures,
little epaulettes on the shoulders,
& vintage buttons closing the front.
an old print-patch of
a mother & child is stitched
to the back.
the vest is a bit adjustable,
and ties in
at the waist on the back.
elegance & adventure meet here!

model: kevin
photos: selene

$90.00sold

checkerbird vest
[ sold ]

40" around chest
32"- 36" around waist
25" long in front
22"long in back

a dapper vest in brown & white;
featuring checkers, mismatched vintage buttons,
and lovely tattered ruffles..
the back has a neat lion print on it,
and there is also a sweet patch
of a family harvesting wheat.
the chest is adorned with ruffles
& an antique treasure stitched
over the heart.
there are two pockets for your
findings, as well.
a dear creation,
this vest is destined to impress!

model: kevin
photos: selene

$90.00sold

locomotive vest
[ sold ]
37" chest
32" waist
22"long in front
21" long in back

a treasure of a vest,
this piece is a patchwork
of many sources.
plaids & stripes collected
over the years all come
together in one dapper garment.
it closes in front with
5 vintage buttons,
has two plaid pockets,
and multiple hand-stitched locomotive patches.
the collar is adorned with a
broken zipper & antique lace edging.
last, but not least,
is the fantastic red handle
stitched over the heart!~
quite the piece,
for quite the gentleman.

model: peter
photos: selene

$140.00sold

william ribbon vest
[ sold ]
39" chest
33" waist
23" long in front
21" long in back

a dandy vest in dusty blue,
william ribbon is a sight to behold!
tattered checker patches are
stitched round the neck and chest,
slightly ruffled in front.
there are four beautiful, handpicked
vintage buttons to close it
& two little pockets for findings.
there is a man in a strange suit
stitched on the back,
overlooking a lady with an orange pompadour!
they are both perched in a
winding path of blue ribbon.
there is an antique watch face
stitched over the heart,
and a little tie/ buckle in
the back to adjust the vest.
quite lovely,
this walks the line between
the hotel and the haystack.

model: peter
photos: selene

$75.00sold

zipper-hinge vest
[ sold ]
36" chest
22" long in front
21" long in back
33" waist

a tough and tree-like vest,
this piece is made from scratch
and merges together more fabrics
than i can count!
it zips shut with a sturdy
metal zipper & has two
amazing adventure pockets
(they even button shut so
you can't lose your tools!).
the vest is a landscape of lovely
texture & shades of forest.
there is an old door-hinge
stitched over the heart,
and an elegant chain
stitched on the back.
all in all,
quite the vest for
a rebel on the go!

model: kevin
photos: selene

$140.00sold

blue shell vest
[ sold ]
36" chest
24" long in front
21" long in back

a bold vest in eggshell blue,
the blue lady vest
is dress up indeed!
blue ruffles adorn the chest,
as well as lovely white lace trim.
there is a key stitched over
the heart, and
4 blue buttons close it.
the back of the vest has a pretty lady
painting patch & bits
of cursive words.
a dapper piece for
a dandy fellow,
this vest will definitely
get you seen.

model: kevin
photos: selene

$60.00sold

sam stripe vest
[ sold ]
36-40" chest
40" waist; adjustable
25" long in front
22" long in back

a dandy vest in pinstriped navy blue,
sam stripe is a keeper!
two trusty pockets wait
for your thing-finding,
the chest is adorned with
brown patches & zippers,
and the shoulders have neat
miniature epaulettes.
there is a dear patch on the back
of a painting by mucha,
a solstice lady angel..
stitched in amongst the patches.
the vest is adjustable in the back,
for a comfortable fit.
better find a dapper hat and hit the road!

model: ben
photos: selene

$70.00sold

jarrett leaf vest
[ sold ]
36" chest
36" waist
25" long in front
21 " long in back

a perfect piece for autumn,
the jarret leaf vest will make
you want to head for the trees!
it is elegantly stitched
all over with mismatched
plaid patches in the colours
of fall leaves.
there are two pockets for
leaf-collecting,
4 mismatched vintage buttons to close it.
there are lovely silkscreened patches
on the back with
cursive letters and
a picture of little heidi
from the old story-book.
there is a buckle on the back
to adjust it a bit,
& an extra pretty buckle
stitched over the heart.
a dear vest for a fall romantic..
are you ready to jump in some leaf-piles?

model: ben
photos: selene

$70.00sold

phillip patch vest
[ sold ]
36" chest
27" long in front, to point
25" long in back

a dandy vest in grey checkers,
phillip patch is your new best friend.
burnt grey vintage flower scarves
are ripped up and stitched all over,
accented with bright red hand-stitching.
rows of black stitches run down
the back like stalks.
5 mismatched vintage buttons close it,
& two little pockets are
hand-stitched beautifully.
the neck is gracefully over-stitched
with patches, tatters & flower prints.
there is a red X perched on the right side.
quite the creation,
i do wish i could see humphrey bogart
or basil rathbone wearing it!
"here's looking at you, kid."

model: kevin
photos: selene

$70.00sold

matthew moth vest
[ sold ]
chest is 38-44"
waist is 36-42"
vest is 22" long in back
& 26" long in front

a lovely vest in striped navy blue,
the matthew moth vest is simple,
yet stunning.
the front is stitched with
webs of black lace, and
accented with vintage zipper
& a hand-stitched white metal circle.
the shoulders have extra
fabric sewn on and the left side
has a little black button.
the pockets are hand-stitched
with white thread,
and the vest closes with 4
mis-matched vintage buttons.
there is a moth patch perched on the back,
made by our friend ogo,
and it looks to be flying into
tendrils of black lace!
the vest is adjustable,
and can fit a 38 to 44.
a great piece for everyday wear,
and for attracting some pretty moths.

model: aaron
photos: selene

$60.00sold

jesse chain vest
[ sold ]
36"-40" chest (there is stretch)
22" long in front, to point
between 19-20 1/2" long in back
14" shoulder to shoulder

this vest has been kind of an
exquisite corpse project,
where we hand it back &
forth til it's finished!
it is an intricate map of
stitches and days.
there are vintage tie ruffles
around the neck, contrasting yellow stitches,
and a chain perched over the heart.
5 blue buttons fasten it,
two little pockets keep your treasures,
and countless checkered patches
are stitched all over it!
there is stretchy striped
blue fabric stitched in panels
under the arms and down the back,
for a good comfortable fit.
there is an print of a lady waving
stitched to the back,
sure to make your exits memorable.
the shoulders are stitched with extra
fabric for a growing look,
and there are little railroad tracks
of hand-stitching hiding here and there.
a dapper piece for an
enterprising gentleman,
this vest could make your life into a dickens' tale!

model: kevin young
photos: selene

$120.00sold

theodore collar shirt
[ sold ]
17" shoulder to shoulder
44" chest
25" long
17" around neck
29" long sleeves, from shoulder to cuff
sleeves are 10" around at wrist &
13" around at arm

this shirt has been in progress
for over 6 months!
it is an intricate puzzle of
lace and texture, eye-catching & complicated.
it looks like a young morrissey's
dream come true!
the entire shirt is a patchwork of
mismatched cream & white lace.
some the lace dates back as far as 1920!
an elegant quilt of history,
the materials were found all over oregon &
california, in the last 5 years..
the sleeves are long and ruffle
brilliantly at the cuffs, with explosions
of ribbons to accentuate
your hand gestures.
the shirt has a great fit,
and buttons in front with
7 white vintage buttons.
there is also an eyelet tie below
the lace-tiered collar for extra closure.
behold, the first fancy collar shirt
in the shop!
i am curious if this will end up
at the opera?
...or at a rock concert..?

model: kevin
photos: selene

$275.00sold

elmshorn vest
[ sold ]
37" chest
23" long in front, to points
20" long in back

the elmshorn vest is
ridiculously lovely!
a beautiful german shopping bag
is scattered all over it..
leaves, cathedrals, angels, clocks,
all ripped up &
stitched down again!
there are bits of
white edwardian lace,
as well as fantastic vintage crochet
trim on the pockets, collar and
framing the 6 dandy vintage buttons.
this vest has 4!! pockets
for extra treasures,
and lovely smokey pinstripes.
a beautiful vest to
spruce up your life,
and perhaps attract owls..??

model: kevin
photos: selene

$70.00sold

vinnie switch vest
[ sold ]
48" chest
25" long in front, to points
21" long in back

this vest reminds us
of our uncle vinnie...
who rides motorcycles,
welds rusty things together
& makes pets of raccoons!
what a perfect tribute to him, !
with a rusty switch
sewn over the heart,
mismatched vintage buttons,
and three pockets for nuts & bolts.
there is a silkscreened patch
on the back featuring
a vintage photo of a motorcycle man,
framed with handstitches.
a mismatch of plaid, polka-dots,
stripes & flowers is
patched all over the chest
& framed by broken zippers.
there are black lace stripes
stitched to the lower back,
all adding up to
one very debonair garment!
instead of purchasing a new accessory
for your toolbox or motorcycle,
pick up this vest.
it might just give you
a whole new perspective on life!!

model: kevin
photos: selene

$125.00sold

blue james vest
[ sold ]
38" chest
25" long in front(from shoulder to point)
21" long in back

a dandy delicacy for
the gentleman in your life,
the blue james vest is
swimming in style!
black edwardian lace is stitched
down the front,
patched with checkers & spots.
a trusty antique key is
stitched over the heart,
and a menagerie of
vintage buttons close the vest.
the back is a striking patchwork
of embroidery and stripes.
there are 2 sturdy pockets for
treasure-hunting &
a vintage tie ruffles the neck quite becomingly.
whether he's hopping a train
or taking the subway,
this vest will help him travel in style.

model: kevin
photos: selene

$90.00sold

lukas ruffle shirtvest
[ sold ]
34" chest
22 1/2" long in front
22" long in back

an exciting piece in red & black,
the lukas ruffle shirtvest is a stitched-up wonder!
rows of red ruffles line the chest,
set off by bits of black fabric stitched in.
there are spots, plaid, black victorian lace,
all growing together
under black & red stitches..
there is a serious pocket for those no-coat days,
and lovely little white vintage buttons
stitched all about.
this shirt works in a variety of ways,
it can be worn buttoned or open,
and layered with different clothes
to change your look.
it is stretchy, but definitely a small size.

model: emit
photos: selene

$75.00sold

johnny rebel vest
[ sold ]
38" chest
25" long in front (from shoulder to points)
22" long in back

the johnny rebel vest almost belongs
in a motorcycle gang.
recycled vintage ties are ruffled down the chest,
a far cry from the business man
who used to wear them.
black victorian lace is stitched helter-skelter,
and ragged coat lining in
grey & sea-green are growing
all over the vest like vines.
the pockets are accentuated with hand-stitches,
and there are recycled zippers framing the buttons.
a beautiful found treasure is stitched on the chest,
& a startling X made of grommets
is perched on the back.
perfect for getting your life off the beaten path,
when you wear the johnny rebel vest,
adventure will find You!

note: the vest is a bit big on this model, fyi.
model: kevin
photos: selene

$75.00sold

nicholas pink vest
[ sold ]
38" chest
25" long in front, to point
20 1/2" long in back

perfect for an evening on the promenade,
the nicholas pink vest is definitely
not bashful.
this one should go to a gentleman
who has a pair of pink shoes, i think.
smattered with grey patches, pale pink tones,
and row upon row of little black bows.
i read somewhere that in the 1700s,
a man's outfit sometimes had
as many as 300!? bows stitched to it!
well, this vest has 6 bows, but we're on our way!
the back of the vest is a gorgeous map
of contrast stitching, grey and pink in perfect harmony.
there is a lovely vintage flower stitched to the left shoulder,
framing a tiny 100-year old black button.
this vest is a dream, perfect for your promenade:
whether you're looking a lover,
a lucky flower,
or just a very nice view.

model: kevin
photos: selene

$90.00sold

neapolitan dandy vest
[ sold ]
36" chest
between 22 1/2-24 1/2" long

the neapolitan dandy started out as
an innocent, chocolate coloured vest..
it was quickly attacked by an
onslaught of pale pink, cream, and golden stitches.
the stitches made little railways
for lace, stripes, rosettes, and rococo florals
to grow and prosper.
the end result is the vest before you,
proudly sporting 5 buttons,
3 pockets, 2 rosettes,
and one beautiful brown chain.
perfect for a date with your dame
at the ice cream parlour.
just remember to bring her a flower!

model: kevin
photos: selene

$120.00sold

william green vest
[ sold ]
36" chest, around
24" long, in front
19" long, in back

the william green vest is
a wiley charmer..
made in the shades of green
found in new young plants,
it wouldn't look out of place in an
over-run garden at springtime.
the vest has two textured pockets
in front for leaf collecting,
and the collar is gracefully accentuated
with growing green stitchery.
it fastens nicely with
5 fetching vintage brass buttons.
the back is patched with
pieces of gold and green fabric.
over the heart is stitched
an old brass door-latch,
for that last perfect touch.
the william green vest
brings a spot of the garden
to the city,
and a bit of spring
to the winter months.

$140.00sold

louis quilt vest
[ sold ]
between 19-20" long
36" around chest

a modest and intriguing affair,
the louis vest is quilted entirely,
like a fantastic graph.
a small velvet pocket
is perched on the right hand side,
and a lovely found treasure
is stitched over the heart.
there are roman numerals
handstitched on the back,
and three vintage buttons
fastening the front.
a dear thing,
waiting for you?

$65.00sold

pale edward vest
[ sold ]
38" around chest
25" long in front
21" long in back

an amazing reconstructed vest
in sea blue, the pale edward vest
is a cross between the rococo
and ocean royalty.
there are four pockets
for maps and candies,
and six vintage buttons
fasten the front.
the back is a waterfall of stripes,
pale blue, and fine hand stitches
with a nautical feeling.
on the right is sewn
a magical cracked wooden talisman,
found under a bridge
on a treasure hunt.
a lovely addition
to any adventurer's wardrobe.

$150.00sold

august postcard vest
[ sold ]
38" around chest
19"long in front
22" long in back

this fine gentleman's vest is a
patchwork of muted colors & stitches.
the front buttons with
9 vintage buttons,
and has two pockets for treasures.
the collar is soft and velvety.
sewn over the heart
is a worn brass latch with a hook.
the back is a field of
stitches, tatters, patches,
and is printed with real old letters
we found & silkscreened.
pack up your picnic basket,
bring a brown umbrella,
and drop some postcards in the mail.

$150.00sold

the blackweb vest
[ sold ]
35" around chest
23" long in front
22" long in back

the blackweb vest is a lacy map of
corduroy and buttons. the black
rose embroidery around the collar
is framed with ruffled lace edges,
and the back is a sea of texture
and white train track stitches.
dressed up or down, with a high
collar or a t-shirt, this vest is
sure to impress.
with two pockets for treasures.

pipe and suspenders not included.

$150.00sold

red velvet dauphin vest
[ sold ]
36 1/2" around (chest)
about 23" long in front
about 22" long in back

this dandy gentlemen's vest is a soft red storm of velvet and lace. it has a silver chain stitched about the neck, ruffled shoulders, two pockets, and could have come out of a time capsule. it is truly the star of the show.

$150.00sold

jack dawkins vest
[ sold ]
35" around (chest)
16 1/2" long (back)
22 1/2" long (in front, at points)

this vest is straight out of oliver twist, patched & re-patched, teeming with old tattered grey lace. it has two pockets for your pocket kerchiefs, mismatched vintage buttons, and a blackened star on the chest.

$115.00sold

genevieve underbust vest
[ sold ]
34" bust
16" long in back
18 1/2 long in front (at points)

if this looks victorian to you, it is because some of the fabrics are from the 1800's. this vest is cut beautifully, to flatter a girl's figure & is a versatile addition to her wardrobe! it is quilted with remnants from 6 different vintage garments, scattered with deep blue velvet and little black bows. it fastens with three buttons and one hook & eye. it creates a sort of underbust effect because of the way it is cut.

$130.00sold

circus doll underbust
[ sold ]
length: 19" width: 30" (to be worn directly under the bust) since it laces up, it is very adjustable.

this red underbust has tiny white polka dots, hand-stitched grommets, and white eyelet trim. it is a great addition to any fanciful wardrobe, & can be worn with almost anything.

$45.00sold