Rock Island rail overalls, M/L

One of my favorite things to wear is overalls, I have over a dozen pairs that i've been collecting for at least the last ten years. I feel like it's such an easy way to have a whole outfit ready in under 3 minutes, just grab a comfy shirt and go!

I have an ever growing stash pile of linens that I categorize as perfect overalls textiles and i've been waiting for Fall to roll around so I could unleash them. I spent alot of time developing this pattern based off all my favorite features from the overalls I wear often. I positioned the pockets on the side of the legs rather than the front so they're not pulling the front down when you fill them with rocks!

This pair of overalls was built entirerly around a small vintage Rock Island train shop towel. I sliced it up and added interfacing to it so it was nice and sturdy, then I paired it with the softest dropcloth and some vintage ticking. If you're a lover of trains or ever rode the rails, I hope this pair speaks to you! I had a few bits of the shop towel leftover so I turned the pieces into patches that will come with these so you can patch and wear them forever! Please note that bits of an upcycled dropcloth were used in the making of this pair and there are some small paint splashes and imperfections, no holes.

I've taken the time to carefully note all of the measurements so please be sure to check them and compare to a pair you may already have on hand. I would say this pair would likely best fit someone who typically wears up to and including a size M/L. Please note that the inseam on the overalls may be shorter than what you typically wear bc they are a relaxed fit, the crotch may sit a bit lower.

All of the measurements were taken with the garment laying flat, please double the measurement for the chest/waist/hips to get the total circumference.

Pit to pit, 20"

Waist, 21"

Bib width, 11"

Hips, 22"

Inseam, 25.5"

I always include full measurements for each garment and people will frequently ask me what the best way to measure themselves is and this is my advice:  I always recommend measuring something similar that you have and love the fit of!  Measuring your body just tells you your actual measurements but it doesn't take into account what level of ease you like in a garment.  I prefer my clothes sit a little loose with lots of ease.  For measuring your garment, lay it flat (if it has an opening, make sure it's fully closed) and measure across armpit to armpit, then from the shoulder to the bottom hem for the length and then the shoulder seam to the wrist for the sleeve length.

There's no special washing instructions here, these pants are built to last, you can throw them In w your regular laundry and dry them, they'll last forever.

Thank you for choosing slow fashion and being part of Mother Nature's Army!