Simple waistcoat is single breasted, plain front and back without darts, front faux collar, back slit to waist. Understitched most of the seams to help keep lining from showing. Added welted front pockets. Used an interlining for the front.
Pattern based on: Simplicity 5418 View A
Waistcoat length is longer than what was worn in the 1800s and will work with modern pants. (High waisted trousers would be needed for shorter length waistcoats.)

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Burgandy Brocade XS 30-32"

Burgandy brocade with same fabric on collar, cotton lining, fashion buttons.
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Sage Brocade L 42-44"

Sage brocade with same fabric on collar, gray cotton lining, pearl-look with silver buttons. A welting accident involving uncontrolled snippety scissors has been fixed with a leaf-like patch on the left front.
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Burgandy and Gold Brocade M 38-40"

Red and gold brocade with same corn gold collar has facing for collar, cotton lining, and gold-toned buttons.
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