French Navy Circa Overalls

Buy the Circa Overalls sewing pattern from French Navy. The Circa Overalls are a modern reimagining of classic workwear. With a relaxed, slouchy fit and practical utility details, these overalls fuse timeless style with functional design. Details include a button placket, angled hip pockets, a breast pocket, and dual seat pockets, as well as the versatility of short and long leg and sleeve options. A touch of femininity is added through the partially elasticated waist and tapered leg. Suitable for a variety of fabrics, the Circa Overalls can be sewn to suit any season, making them an enduring wardrobe staple.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Note if purchasing copy shop printing: Some of the pattern pieces have been split (to fit on the A0 sheets) and will need to be joined together.

Suggested fabrics: Medium weight woven fabrics such as linen, linen/viscose blend, denim, cotton twill or corduroy.

Fabric requirements: 

Style A: 115 cm (45") wide fabric: 4.3 - 5 m (4.7 - 5.5 yd) // 150 cm (59″) wide fabric: 3.5 - 4.5 m (3.9 - 5 yd).

Style B: 115 cm (45") wide fabric: 2.9 - 3.7 m (3.2 - 4 yd) // 150 cm (59″) wide fabric: 2.3 - 2.8 m (2.5 - 3.1 yd).

Sizing: A – N (approx. UK 6/8 – 34, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

The pattern is drafted for a height of 171 cm (5'7") and a B cup. If you are significantly taller or shorter, you can adjust the pattern using the LENGTHEN/SHORTEN lines on the pattern pieces.

Notions: 2 cm buttons, 8 for Style A sizes A-G, 9 for Style A sizes H-N, 6 for Style B sizes A-G, 7 for Style B sizes H-N; 5 cm (2") wide elastic; lightweight fusible interfacing; optional topstitching thread.

PDF pattern includes: Step-by-step instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (64 pages for Style A, 50 pages for Style B); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets for Style A, 2 sheets for Style B) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: Yes.

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