Description
Elevate your beach style with the Bonjour Belle Poncho, a versatile crochet cover-up perfect for swimsuit layering or a breezy summer ensemble. This beginner-friendly pattern uses a simple corner-to-corner (C2C) mesh stitch to create a lightweight, asymmetrical poncho from a single rectangle with minimal seaming. Made with a cotton blend self-striping yarn, it features effortless color changes and a bohemian wood bead fringe along the bottom for a playful touch—optional, but oh-so-chic!
Available in sizes Small/Medium, Large/1X, and 2X/3X, this pattern is easily customizable by measuring as you go. Stop increasing when the width suits you, then adjust the length before decreasing to finish. A photo tutorial is included to guide you through adding the beads, making it perfect for crocheters new to embellishments. Great for a relaxed evening stroll or a late-night swim, this poncho adds easy style to your beach vibe. Download now and create your go-to summer piece!
Level: Beginner
Language: American US Crochet terminology
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Supplies:
- Caron Cotton Painterly Cakes, Weight 4/Medium (60% cotton / 40% acrylic) 8.0 oz / 481 yds
(2 balls) Fresh Baked Bread 10 (11, 13) oz / 610 (670, 785) yards - Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm)
- Crochet hook size E (3.5 mm) or size to fit through center of bead
- Stitch Markers (4)
- 83 (S), 85 (L), 91 (2X) wood beads
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
Approximate finished size:
- S/M: 24” wide x 60” long
- L/1X: 26” wide x 66” long
- 2X/3X: 28” wide x 68” long
Gauge: first 6 x 6 block rows = 4”








Hi! Thank you so much for being here! I am Tonya the designer behind Nana's Crafty Home. As a wife, mother, Nana of 9 & with 2 fur babies, my days are filled with love, laughter, hugs and yarn! Here you will find colorful and creative crochet designs for yourself or loved ones. My hope is that you will be inspired to learn and create along with me!