Crochet Urban Wrap in Lion Brand Homespun - 70678AD

Crochet Urban Wrap in Lion Brand Homespun – Pattern 70678AD

This free downloadable crochet pattern from Lion Brand Yarn produces a relaxed, stylish Urban Wrap — a draped, cape-like garment that falls into the category of capes and ponchos. Worked in the luxuriously textured Lion Brand Homespun® yarn, this wrap is an ideal project for crocheters who want a cozy, wearable piece with a modern urban aesthetic. The pattern is rated Easy, making it accessible to confident beginners and a satisfying quick project for more experienced crocheters.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a side-to-side crocheted wrap designed to drape elegantly over the shoulders and body. It is constructed in two sizes: S–L with a finished chest measurement of 40 inches (101 cm), and a Plus size with a finished chest of 44 inches (111 cm). Finished lengths are 32 inches (81 cm) and 35 inches (89 cm) respectively. The wrap consists of three separate panels — a Back, a Left Front, and a Right Front — that are seamed at the shoulders to create a structured yet flowing silhouette.

Construction Technique

One of the most notable aspects of this pattern is its side-to-side construction, meaning the piece is worked horizontally from one side edge to the other rather than from the bottom hem upward. This approach creates a fabric with a distinctive drape and allows the natural texture of Lion Brand Homespun® to flow in a flattering direction. Each panel begins with a foundation chain, and rows are worked back and forth until the desired width is achieved.

The Left Front and Right Front panels include neck shaping, achieved by leaving stitches unworked at intervals on right-side rows to create a gradual stepped decrease. The Right Front mirrors the Left Front with reversed shaping. Once all three panels are complete, shoulder seams are joined, and a neat edging is applied around the entire piece to give it a polished, finished look.

Stitches Used

• Half Double Crochet (hdc) – the primary stitch used throughout all three panels, creating a dense yet flexible fabric with a subtle texture
• Chain stitch (ch) – used for the foundation chain and turning chains at the start of each row
• Slip stitch (sl st) – used to join yarn at the shoulder seam when beginning the edging
• Single Crochet (sc) – worked in two rounds around the entire finished piece as part of the border
• Reverse Single Crochet – also known as crab stitch, worked from left to right in one final round to create a decorative, corded edge that neatly frames the wrap

The half double crochet stitch sits between single and double crochet in height, producing a fabric that is slightly thicker and more structured than single crochet alone, yet still flexible and drapey — a perfect match for the bulky weight of Homespun® yarn. The reverse single crochet edging is a classic finishing technique that adds a subtle twisted rope effect along all outer edges, elevating the overall appearance of the garment.

Materials

• Yarn: Lion Brand Homespun® in colorway Corinthian — 7 balls for the smaller size, 9 balls for the Plus size. Homespun® is a bulky-weight yarn known for its soft, chenille-like texture and rich, multi-tonal color blends, making it ideal for cozy wraps and outerwear.
• Hook: Lion Brand Crochet Hook, Size N-13 — a large hook appropriate for bulky yarn, helping to achieve the recommended gauge efficiently
• Notions: Large-Eye Blunt Needles (set of 6) for seaming and weaving in ends

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 6