Sabre Bag

Sabre Bag by Michelle Ferguson

Project Overview

The Sabre Bag is a beginner-friendly crochet project designed by Michelle Ferguson. This reversible bag is worked from the bottom up using basic crochet techniques and fundamental stitches. The finished bag measures 21 inches by 14.5 inches when laid flat, making it a practical accessory for everyday use. Because the bag is reversible, there is no designated right or wrong side, allowing crafters flexibility in how they wear and display their finished piece.

Crochet Techniques & Construction

This project employs fundamental crochet construction methods suitable for beginners. The bag is worked in rounds, beginning from the base and building upward to create the body and structure. The pattern uses a magic circle starting technique, which allows for a seamless center point when beginning circular crochet work. The reversible nature of the design means stitches are worked in a way that creates an attractive appearance on both sides of the fabric, eliminating the need to hide seams or weave in ends on a designated back side.

Stitches Used

The Sabre Bag pattern incorporates essential crochet stitches that form the foundation of beginner crochet skills:

• Chain stitch (ch): The foundational stitch used to create the base structure and transitions throughout the pattern
• Single crochet (sc): A short, tight stitch that creates dense, sturdy fabric ideal for bag construction
• Half double crochet (hdc): A medium-height stitch that provides structure while remaining relatively quick to work
• Double crochet (dc): A taller stitch that adds height and drape to the fabric

The pattern uses repeat sections (indicated by **) to streamline instructions and make the pattern easier to follow. Rounds 1 through 6 of the initial circular section measure 4.25 inches in diameter, establishing the gauge for the project.

Materials & Tools

Yarn: The Sabre Bag requires 372 yards of worsted weight yarn (also known as #4 weight yarn). The pattern is shown worked in Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in the Goldenrod colorway, a durable cotton yarn suitable for bags and everyday items.

Crochet Hook: An H/8 (5.0mm) crochet hook is used throughout the project, sized appropriately for worsted weight yarn to create the intended fabric density and finished dimensions.

Additional Supplies: Crafters will need scissors for cutting yarn, a measuring tape to verify dimensions and gauge, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, and optionally a stitch marker to track the beginning of rounds.

Difficulty Level & Gauge Notes

Rated as an easy, beginner-level project, the Sabre Bag is accessible to crocheters new to the craft. Since this is a non-wearable accessory rather than fitted clothing, gauge is not critically important to the success of the project. Crafters are encouraged to adjust the finished size as desired by using different yarn weights or hook sizes, or by adding or removing pattern repeats. This flexibility makes the pattern adaptable to individual preferences and available yarn stash.