I own this book:
http://www.amazon.com/Make-Your-Own-Dress-Patterns/dp/0486452549/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1248701893&sr=8-1 which, despite the title, shows you how to make patterns for just about everything (not just dresses!). The author also hosts a yahoo group so if you're stuck or have questions you can get some help. (I do have to admit that I haven't actually used the book yet, so I can't tell you how good it is, but it came highly reccomended).