Inca Cotton Knitted Pants by Laines du Nord

Let the yarn do the hard work with self striping colorwork for these simple knitted bottoms! Wide leg knitted pants are perfect for added warmth in the cool weather or even post dance class to keep muscles warm and loose. Knit from the bottom up and seamed along the centerline.

Inca Cotton combines harmonious shades of colors, enriched with delicate touches and nuances reminiscent of brushstrokes. Fresh and lightweight, Inca Cotton yarn allows you to create refined and sophisticated garments, perfect even for the warm days of the summer season. Oekotex Standard 100 certified. Made in Italy.

This is an Italian pattern and does not include multiple sizes. Determine your size by estimating your approximate hip width and multiplying against the stitches per inch. Because of this calculation method, this pattern is listed as an advanced pattern. Remember, we are here to help if you need us to run the calculations for you.

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Fingering Weight

DESIGNER RECOMMENDED YARN: Inca Cotton by Laines du Nord (100% Cotton. 100g/394 yds): 5 (6) Skeins. Shown in Color 05. PRE-ORDER now available in all colors. Please allow at least 10 business days for shipping your pre-order to your location.

SIZE: (S/M, L/XL) Any size using calculation above. Extra yarn may be required for extended sizes.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: S/M 32" waist with 32" inseam (adjustable). 24" hem circumference from thigh to ankle
YARDAGE: 1970 (2364) yds
SKILL LEVEL: Advanced - This is an Italian pattern and does not include multiple sizes. Determine your size by estimating your approximate hip width and multiplying against the stitches per inch for your beginning row count. Because of this calculation method, this pattern is listed as an advanced pattern. Remember, we are here to help if you need us to run the calculations for you.

NEEDLES: Size US 4 / 3.5mm straight needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
OTHER TOOLS: Stitch markers, Tapestry needle, Scissors, Tape Measure.
GAUGE: 26.5 sts = 4" in Stockinette Stitch, after blocking.

Color:

Inca 01 - ecru base with aqua, ecru, magenta, & rust

Inca 02 - ecru base with green, ecru, taupe, & rust

Inca 03 - pale pink base with pinks, ecru, yellows & light green

Inca 04 - ecru base with denim blue, grape & charcoal

Inca 05 - tan & ecru base with brown, grey & fuchsia

Inca 06 - celery green base with dark blues, ecru, celery & yellow

Images courtesy Knitting Fever International & Yarn Loop