Blanca Flight Suit Pattern

The pattern is drafted really well, the instructions were very clear and well written, and overall I just love how the entire project ended up!!

Just completed a toile (as it’s the first time of making) of the Blanca flightsuit. So pleased with how it turned out I’ll be wearing it! Size is pretty accurate, the only change I’d make next time is to increase the rise by 1/2-1” for a bit more comfort. Written instructions were very comprehensive with good diagrams as well. Love the zip front and all the different pockets and the fact that it’s so customisable. Well done Closet Core

I've dreamed of sewing a boilersuit for myself and was never sure I would have the skills to do so. But after buying myself a machine a few months ago and seeing Blanca on Instagram, I knew I had to try. When I did quite understand the written instructions, the sew-a-long images were invaluable and clarified what to do. I have made two in quick succession, I adore them. I'm really proud of myself and learned so much. I plan on making a winter version when the weather cools.

The pattern, as with all ClosetCore is so well written it came together with no hiccups.
I absolutely love the fit, industrial but also fitted. It’s very comfortable to wear and the top stitching can really make it pop. I took an inch out of the length of the top to get the rise correct because I am only 5’4. After toiling with elastic in the back I decided to go without for this version since I prefer the look with a belt.

The pattern, as with all ClosetCore is so well written it came together with no hiccups.
I absolutely love the fit, industrial but also fitted. It’s very comfortable to wear and the top stitching can really make it pop. I took an inch out of the length of the top to get the rise correct because I am only 5’4. After toiling with elastic in the back I decided to go without for this version since I prefer the look with a belt.

One of my favourite jumpsuit patterns. I have tried lots of boiler suits but Blanca has the right details (eg. zip cover) and a great cut (ie. just-right crotch). I did have to make quite a few mods for my 157cm frame, and I did away with a back elastic because the extra bit of fabric at the back is essential for me to be able to move and sit comfortably. Instead of a workman or plumber, I look like an off-duty fashionista 🤪

Great drafting, true to size, detailed instructions. It was easy to add to the rise for the perfect fit. I added some elastic in the back waistband for shaping and I love the finished look!

The most meaningful this about this pattern for me (aside from it's fantastic look and obviously high quality design details) is the exceptional quality of the support materials available regarding fit adjustments. If you, like me, consider this pattern an ambitious undertaking (this was the most complicated pattern I've made in quite a few years) then I cannot speak highly enough of the value of reading the fit posts in the blog and the sew along. As a sewist who loathes doing a muslin, I found it WELL WORTH the effort on this one piece as I discovered I needed to make several changes to accommodate my shape and the jeans adjustments blog posting and details on the small bust adjustment meant that I was able to get a garment which is both comfortable for my figure and lives up to my wildest design fantasies! I used a cotton twill with a bit of stretch instead of the recommended non-stretch and it was really worth it for me and looks and feels great.

I sewed a size 18 curvy with a small bust adjustment to an A cup and several tweaks to the crotch rise and waist length to reach the right shaping around my midsection. I also added some shoulder pads because that was required to achieve my ultimate dreams in this case :P

My measurements: Bust- 43"/ Waist- 40"/ (natural), 45" (widest)/ Hip- 48"/ Thigh- 29" circumference

I toiled this just to make sure but I needn’t have bothered. I have two gorgeous jumpsuits and I see more in my future. The instructions are great it is well cut. Just what you would expect from closet core patterns.

I've been sewing for a long time, but mostly without patterns. I really wanted to make a boiler suit, so that's how I came across this pattern. This was by far the most elaborate pattern I've ever tried, so I was afraid I would mess up a lot on the first try.
Not at all! The instructions were clear, and the pictures in the Sewalong were super helpful too. I learnt SO many new methods while sewing this.
I went a little funky with some thrifted fabric and zipper I had lying around for my first try. Love the result.

Loved this!! I tapered between a top 26- 28 bottom and then shortened and tapered the leg. I could not be happier with the end result! The sew along really help this average sewer!!

I made a test version in a fun plum faux linen and I love them! All the details and construction methods are laid out really clearly, making this a fun pattern to sew. It was a little tight through the thighs on me, so I added some fabric after they were done, and I'll definitely need to extend the torso length for future sets, but I still love them. I already have a shorts version cut out and ready to sew, with my adjustments.

I love this pattern! I was a little nervous about starting it, but it was much more straight forward than i thought, and the instructions are very detailed if you get stuck. I am 5'3" b36/w28/h38 and I made a straight size 8, and raised the waist seam by 2" with no other changes, I was very impressed with the fit! I absolutely will be sewing this pattern again 💛

I have so far made two versions of the Blanca flight suit: the first in a navy linen with short sleeves and pant legs, which is great for the hot and humid summers we've been having and a long version in a dark grey heavy cotton twill for autumn/winter. I loved making them as much as I do wearing them! I bought the size 14-30 as it has bust shaping, and used size 14.
The instructions are clear and well written, the pattern is well thought out, everything fits and it came together easily. I am tall, with long arms and legs and did a few adjustments: a round back adjustment, which I hid into the back pleat in the linen version, but made a dart between the back neck and the pleat in the twill version as the fabric is stiffer and heavier. I lengthened the sleeves as my arms are freakishly long and in hindsight might have lengthened the pant legs as well by a few centimeters. I lined the front pockets of the linen version with a very light cotton fabric, but did not line the twill pockets as that would have made them too heavy. I chose to do a bias tape finish instead. I took 1-2 centimeters of room out of the back at the waistline and added about a cm at the hip. In a next version I would probably add a little bit of extra length to the back, but otherwise I'm very happy with my suits!

I measured myself before choosing a size and came out as an exact 14. I automatically added length to the arms and legs as I'm so used to doing this with other patterns but when I made the garment I ended up chopping it off again. Great instructions. Didn't need to look at the sewalong videos or anything like that. LOVE the finished jumpsuit. Very happy customer!

Excellent pattern. I had a lot of fun with this make. I initially bought the pattern because I am inspired by its namesake on Instagram, blakandblanca and I wanted to support this inspiration. I didn't intend to make it and kept trying to think of a person to make it for- don't get me wrong! I loved the design but I knew it's just not my style (except for how it looks on the cover model which is so beautiful! I just felt a little curvier than I'd like for the end result potentially). But I recently had a very terrible interaction with the agave in my yard (PSA don't touch it without protective gear) and decided it was the perfect opportunity to have a fun set of coveralls.

I reinforced the lower sleeves with two extra layers- the layer between is 500 denier cordura). I am incredibly excited to have these reinforced lower sleeves hahahahah!! I made long sleeves and legs with tabs for both. I also had fun making them two-tone. Upper is Essex linen, lower is Sarah Watts, Front Yard, Linen/Cotton Canvas.

I was going for a fun garden coverall, but admittedly they're verging on 60s psychedelic ;) whoops... gas anyone?

Thanks for always making such great patterns Closet Core! Forgive my quick pics post making them- I was eager! I'm wearing them over jeans and a pullover, and I made a straight up size 14. If you want to wear these over clothes, I would recommend sizing up in all but your sleeve length and inseam length. But girth and torso, go up. (I didn't but they'll work over a tank top perfectly, and in the heat here, that works!)

One tip- I was having trouble finding zippers for all the pockets and center front that matched since my local shop is geared toward quilters, but in their bag making section I found zipper by the yard which worked wonderfully. I obviously added a few extra zippers on pockets and made them a little longer to hold my phone while I'm in the yard- if you use this option, add a bit of extra room on either end since you'll find it makes the opening a tad smaller. I added fabric tabs to the ends so I could still turn back the edge to topstitch. With premade zips this isn't an issue, but with yardage the coil chain extends to the end.

Cheers! ~Saremy