Lansbury Satchel

Lansbury Satchel by Two of Wands

Project Overview

The Lansbury Satchel is an intermediate-level crochet bag designed as a structured, everyday carryall. This downloadable crochet pattern produces a classic satchel silhouette with a professional finish, combining a main color with a contrasting accent color for visual interest.

What Is Being Made

The Lansbury Satchel is a medium-sized crochet bag featuring a rectangular body with defined depth and a shoulder strap. The finished satchel measures 18 inches wide by 12 inches tall with a 4-inch depth, making it a practical size for daily use. The adjustable shoulder strap is 34 inches long, allowing for comfortable wear across the body or over the shoulder.

Construction Technique

This bag is constructed using a flat-panel method, where the front, back, bottom, and side pieces are worked separately in back-and-forth rows, then seamed together. Rather than using a standard seaming technique, the pattern employs a single crochet edge stitch for added structure and stability, ensuring the bag maintains its shape and durability. The straps are worked in the round to create a finished, tubular appearance. Increases are staggered throughout the construction to keep the edges rounded and professional-looking.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Single Crochet (sc) – the primary stitch used throughout the bag body
• Chain (ch) – used for foundation and turning chains
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – used for joining rounds and seaming pieces together
• Magic Loop – the method for beginning the pattern
• Staggered Increases – used to maintain rounded edges and proper shaping
• Back-and-Forth Rows – the primary construction method for flat panels
• Rounds – used specifically for strap construction

Materials Required

The Lansbury Satchel pattern calls for Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me in a chunky yarn weight. Specifically, you will need 4 skeins in Terra for the main color and 1 skein in Werewolf for contrast color accents. The pattern uses a Size US K/10.5 (6.5mm) crochet hook, which pairs appropriately with the chunky yarn weight for quick, satisfying progress. Additional supplies include stitch markers for tracking your place and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming pieces together.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 13 stitches and 16 rows over 4 inches (10cm) in single crochet. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for the finished satchel to meet the intended dimensions. The intermediate difficulty level reflects the need to work multiple pieces, manage color changes, and execute seaming techniques accurately.