The Paxton is a classic moto-inspired leather jacket with a notched collar, princess seams, and a fitted silhouette. This course teaches you every technique required to construct it professionally - whether in leather, faux leather, or suede.
You'll follow the Speed Tailoring method - a structured, unit-based approach that breaks the jacket into manageable sections before assembling them together.
Includes the Paxton Jacket PDF pattern (worth A$40).
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
→ Comfortable using a sewing machine → Basic garment construction experience helpful → No prior leather experience required → Paxton pattern included, or draft your own (bonus)
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Key Skills from Every Module
✓ Understand leather, faux leather & suede options ✓ Pattern layout & cutting techniques for leather ✓ Fusible interfacing rules for leather ✓ Speed Tailoring unit-based construction method ✓ Gluing & pressing leather seam allowances ✓ Professional top-stitching on leather ✓ Welt zip pockets & flap pockets ✓ How to shorten a metal zip ✓ Sew a notched collar & lapel ✓ Attach a two-piece jacket sleeve ✓ Make & attach shoulder pads ✓ Professional jacket lining techniques ✓ Bag a fully lined jacket ✓ Hem leather, faux leather & fabric
Module 4 - Construct Body 1 (28:07) Module 5 - Facing Unit (18:34) Module 6 - Zip Pockets (45:08) Module 7 - Flap Pockets (23:36) Module 8 - Sew Sleeves (47:55) Module 9 - Front Zip (28:01)
Module 10 - Construct Body 2 (24:36) Module 11 - Attach Facing Unit (1:01:05) Module 12 - Attach Sleeves (38:34)
Module 13 - Sew Lining (20:09) Module 14 - Hem & Finish (24:53)
Extra - Quilting (7:20) Extra - Make Shoulder Pads (21:28)
Create Front Master Pattern (39:50) Create Back Master Pattern (10:04) Draft a Collar (20:48)
BONUS MODULES
Draft Your Own Paxton Pattern
Additional modules for students who want to draft the Paxton Jacket pattern to their own measurements from a basic Bodice Block, rather than using a commercial pattern.
FAQs
No. The course covers choosing, cutting, interfacing, gluing, pressing and top-stitching leather step by step. You should be comfortable using a sewing machine and have some garment construction experience.
A domestic sewing machine is fine. You'll need standard Universal Needles, a walking foot can be useful so the leather feeds smoothly. I would recommend some clips instead of pins, and leather glue and a roller.
All three work. The course explains the differences and how to handle each. If it's your first leather project, a lightweight suede is the most forgiving, and pig suede is my recommendation, as it is generally the cheapest for the size of skin.
The average amount of leather required for a jacket is 35 sq. ft. Sizes above a size 8 or patterns with adjustments may require more. It is always best to finalise the pattern and fit a toile before purchasing the amount of leather required, as colour matches can be tricky.
The Paxton Jacket PDF pattern is included with the course and comes in sizes 0-8 B Cup (UK 2-18) and 7-15 D Cup (UK 16-32). See the size chart.
Yes. Bonus modules show you how to draft the Paxton pattern from a basic bodice block to your own measurements.
Lifetime access. Work at your own pace and revisit lessons whenever you need. You get instant access through your Made to Sew account under My Courses.
Because you get instant access to the course and pattern files, refunds aren't available for change of mind once accessed. Your rights under Australian Consumer Law still apply. See our refund policy.
Learn with Aneka Truman Made to Sew founder and London College of Fashion graduate, Aneka has been teaching professional sewing and pattern-cutting techniques through Made to Sew since 2013.
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