Chicago Jacket Pattern

If you're looking for that one jacket pattern you'll make again and again, the Chicago Jacket may be it.

Designed by The Sewing Workshop, this contemporary oversized jacket combines relaxed comfort with effortless style. With its clean lines, dropped shoulders, wide sleeves and easy fit, Chicago is the kind of garment that works with almost everything in your wardrobe.

Layer it over a simple t-shirt and jeans, wear it with a dress, or pair it with your favourite handmade trousers. The versatile silhouette makes it equally at home as a casual everyday jacket or a stylish finishing layer for more polished outfits.

One of the greatest strengths of the Chicago Jacket is its adaptability. Fabric choice completely changes the look and feel of the finished garment, allowing you to create everything from a lightweight summer layer to a cosy winter coat.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

• Modern oversized silhouette
• Comfortable dropped shoulders
• Relaxed wide sleeves
• Easy layering design
• Timeless, contemporary styling
• Suitable for a wide range of fabrics
• A wardrobe staple you'll wear year-round
• Perfect for creating multiple versions

Fabric Possibilities

The Chicago Jacket can be transformed simply by changing fabrics:

• Linen for a relaxed summer layer
• Cotton and chambray for everyday wear
• Denim for a modern casual jacket
• Canvas for structured utility styling
• Wool for cooler weather
• Bouclé for sophisticated texture
• Fleece for cosy comfort
• Statement prints for a bold designer look

Perfect For

• Capsule wardrobes
• Layering through changing seasons
• Travel wardrobes
• Slow fashion sewing
• Everyday wear
• Contemporary garment sewing
• Confident beginners looking to expand their skills
• Experienced makers wanting a versatile pattern

Pattern Details

Designer: The Sewing Workshop
Pattern Type: Printed Paper Pattern
Garment: Jacket / Outerwear
Sizes Included: XS–XXL
Technique: Standard Machine Sewing

More Than Just Another Jacket

The best handmade garments are the ones that earn a permanent place in your wardrobe. The Chicago Jacket's relaxed fit, timeless shape and endless fabric possibilities make it the kind of pattern you'll reach for repeatedly.

Make one in linen for summer, another in denim for everyday wear, and perhaps a cosy wool version for winter. Before long, you'll wonder how your wardrobe managed without it.