These knitted shorts are worked in two separate pieces from the top down using a pattern of alternating knit and purl stitches. Each piece is shaped meticulously to ensure a flattering and comfortable fit, worked back and forth with short row shaping at the waist and increases to shape the hip and later the crotch. The piece is then joined to work the leg in the round. For the waistband, stitches are picked up along the upper edge, and the waistband is knitted in the round, folded over and sewn neatly to the wrong side, creating a casing for a wide elastic band, ensuring a snug and comfortable fit.

XS/S (M/L) XL/2XL
Waist circumference, without stretching:
+/- 77 (85) 93 cm [30.25 (33.5) 36.5 in]
Hip circumference: +/- 96 (104) 112 cm [37.75 (41) 44 in]
Crotch depth (front length from waist to final crotch increase)
including waistband: +/- 25.5 (28) 30.5 cm [10 (11) 12 in]
Inner leg from crotch, including i-cord cast-off:
+/- 7 (8.5) 9.5 cm [2.75 (3.25) 3.75 in]
Measurements are after washing.

einrúm PURE silke or einrúm LAMB yarn
Yarn usage: 100 (150) 150 g / 500 (750) 750 m
In the pictures, the shorts are worked in colour 4202 Powder.

2.5 mm, 60 cm [US 1.5, 24 in] circular needle
3 mm, 60 cm [US 2.5, 24 in] circular needle
Adjust the needle size if necessary to obtain the right tension.

In knit and purl stitch pattern using 3 mm [US 2.5] needles
10 cm [4 in] = 25 sts
10 cm [4 in] = 38 rows
Make a swatch and measure the tension after washing or blocking it.
Next, determine the size you want to knit. Keep in mind that silk can stretch up to 10% in both length and width when washed.
As a result, the knitted piece will appear smaller while on the needles compared to its final size after washing.

Hand-knitted silk garments must be handled carefully when washed, as the fabric may stretch.

DETERGENT / SOAP
Use mild or neutral detergents with a relatively neutral pH level, preferably those marked for silk care or wool. Do not use heavy-duty detergents or those containing enzymes or bleaches.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
By hand: Ensure the water temperature is
steady, lukewarm or around 28°C/82°F. Add a small amount of gentle detergent, submerge your silk garment, and soak it until completely saturated. Rinse two to three times in clean water, ensuring it is the same temperature. Press the
water out of the garment, place it in a washing bag, and spin it in the machine using a gentle to medium spin programme.
By machine: Use a washing machine with a
silk/wool setting and a gentle cycle. 

DRYING INSTRUCTIONS
Lay the garment flat on a clean towel and
reshape it as needed. Leave it to air dry away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Do not hang to dry.