Joining granny squares into a wearable wrap is one of those projects that looks like a puzzle and comes together faster than expected, especially with a colour palette this bold. For another long-sleeve granny square option, the granny square top with sleeves is worth a look before you cast on.
Crochet Wrap Top Granny Square
The wrap style means fit is forgiving — the rust tie handles most of the adjustment at the waist. If you prefer a similar patchwork feel without the wrap front, the patchwork long-sleeve top uses a comparable scrap-yarn approach in a more structured silhouette.
Materials
Yarn: Medium-weight (Category 4) cotton yarn suitable for a 4.5 mm hook. Cotton is highly recommended for breathability and crisp stitch definition.
Hook: 4.5 mm (US 7) crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, sharp scissors, and optional stitch markers.
Stitch Basics You’ll Use
Sizing & Measurements
This pattern is inherently customizable. The size of your top is determined by the size of your primary granny squares.
Sample Size (Medium): Requires 10 rounds per square.
Custom Adjustments: To size up or down, simply add or subtract rounds from your granny squares until the width matches half of your upper torso measurement (bust/waist, whichever is larger), allowing for the wrap overlap.
Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern
1. Create the Granny Squares (Make 2)
We will begin by creating two large, identical granny squares that will form the front and back panels of your wrap top.
Round 1: Start by making a magic ring. Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet throughout). Work 2 double crochets into the ring, then chain 2. Work 3 double crochets into the ring, chain 2. Repeat from * to * two more times to create a total of four distinct clusters and four corner spaces. Slip stitch to the top of your starting chain 3 to close the round.
Round 2: Chain 3. In the first corner space, work 3 double crochets, chain 2, and 3 more double crochets. In the next corner space, work 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets. Repeat from * to * around the remaining corners. Slip stitch to the top of the starting chain 3 to close the round.
Round 3: Chain 3. Work 3 double crochets into the side space between the corners. In each corner space, work 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets.
Rounds 4–10 (or desired size): Repeat the Round 3 sequence, working 3 double crochets into each side space and (3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets) into every corner space. For a standard Medium size, complete a total of 10 rounds per square. Fasten off and weave in ends
Pro-Tip: The Perfect Magic Ring
If you struggle with the magic ring pulling loose over time, try using the “double magic ring” (wrapping the yarn twice around your fingers instead of once). Alternatively, you can chain 4, slip stitch to the first chain to form a ring, and work your Round 1 stitches into that ring.
- Still getting the hang of reading crochet patterns? That’s completely okay, the video tutorial below breaks everything down in a simple, beginner-friendly way!
2. Assemble the Body
Layout: Lay your two completed granny squares side by side on a flat surface with the right sides facing up.
The Main Seam: Join the squares using slip stitches. To create a clean, professional finish, insert your hook through the back loop only of the nearest square, and through both loops of the opposite square. Slip stitch firmly but smoothly across until the main body squares are securely connected.
Shaping the Wrap: Fold the fabric to begin shaping the body garments.
Shoulder Seams: Slip stitch along the top outer edges to form the shoulder seams, ensuring you leave an appropriately sized opening in the center for your neck and arm openings on the sides.
Side Seams: Slip stitch the back and side seams together, making sure to leave the front section entirely open to accommodate the adjustable wrap design.
3. Add the Sleeves
Sleeves are worked directly into the armhole openings in continuous rounds.
Round 1: Attach your yarn at the center of the armpit area. Work single crochet stitches evenly all the way around the raw edge of the armhole opening. Slip stitch to the first single crochet to join.
Round 2: Chain 3 and work 2 double crochets into that same space, then chain 1. Skip the next three stitches, and work 3 double crochets followed by a chain 1 into the next space. Repeat from * to * all the way around the armhole. Slip stitch to the top of the starting chain 3 to join.
Round 3: Chain 4 (this counts as 1 double crochet and a chain-1 space). Work 3 double crochets into the next chain-1 space from the previous round, then chain 1. Repeat from * to * around. End the round by working 2 double crochets in the final space, then slip stitch to the third chain of your starting chain-4 to close the round.
Remaining Rounds: Repeat Rounds 2 and 3 interchangeably until your sleeve reaches your preferred length. Fasten off.
4. Ribbed Borders
A structured ribbed border gives this wrap top a beautifully tailored look.
Step 1: Attach your yarn to the bottom edge of the top. Work one row of single crochet evenly across the entire bottom edge.
Step 2: Chain 2 (does not count as a stitch), and work one full row of standard double crochet across.
Step 3: Chain 2, turn. Work a Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC) around the next stitch, then work a Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC) around the following stitch. Repeat from * to * across the entire row to establish your elastic ribbing texture.
Step 4: Repeat this entire sequence (one row single crochet, one row double crochet, one row alternating FPDC/BPDC) along both of the front opening edges of the wrap top to finish the framing.
Technique Explainer: FPDC & BPDC
Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC): Yarn over, insert your hook from front to back to front around the post (the vertical body) of the stitch from the row below, yarn over, pull up a loop, and finish your double crochet normally.
Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC): Yarn over, insert your hook from back to front to back around the post of the stitch from the row below, yarn over, pull up a loop, and finish your double crochet normally.
5. Finishing with Tie Straps
Strap 1: Attach your yarn at the bottom corner of the left front opening. Chain approximately 180 stitches (or until the strap reaches your preferred length to wrap comfortably around your waist). Turn, and work a single crochet into each chain stitch back down to the body of the top to strengthen and thicken the strap. Fasten off.
Strap 2: Repeat the exact same process on the bottom corner of the right front opening.
Finishing Touches: Weave in all remaining loose yarn tails securely using your tapestry needle. For the absolute best results, block your finished wrap top lightly to open up the granny square stitches and flatten out the seams.
