So Summer Shorts

*A super high rise and relaxed thigh make these shorts perfect for casual comfy summer wear. Pair the #SoSummerShorts with the #SoSummerShirt for the cutest coordinated #SoSummerSet!* > **Let's stay connected!** <br> > [Sign up for my newsletter][1] for > subscriber exclusive treats including > open testing calls for new designs, > kals, promotions, & more.<br><br> > If you aren't able to purchase my patterns at > full price, my **Choose What You Pay** pricing model > is also available exclusively to > subscribers. Immediately upon sign-up, you will receive a > welcome email and access to 25% & 50% discount codes to assist with financial accessibility.<br> > **Sharing**<br> To share your projects and see other versions of the pattern and set, > use the [#SoSummerShorts][2], [#SoSummerShirt][3], and [#SoSummerSet][4] hashtags > on Instagram, and tag >[@jessssiemae][5]. <br><br>Seeing your > finished objects is one of my favorite > parts of designing, and I love when > you tag me to share ❤ **SIZES:** All of my designs are #sizeinclusive through a 62"/158cm chest. ***XS (S, M, L, 1X){2X, 3X, 4X, 5X} to fit waist measurement of:*** 23-24 (25-26.5, 28-30, 32-34, 36-38){40-42, 44-45, 46-47, 49-50}” 58.5-61 (63.5-67.5, 71-76, 81.5-86.5, 91.5-96.5){101.5-106.5, 111.5-114, 116.5-119, 124-127}cm ***Actual measurement of finished garment at waist:*** 23 (25, 28, 32, 36){40, 44, 46, 49}" [58.5 (63.5, 71, 81.5, 91.5){101.5, 112, 117, 124.5}cm] ***Actual measurement of finished garment at hip:*** 43.5 (45, 48, 52, 56){62, 64, 66, 71.5}" [110.5 (114.5, 122, 132, 142){157.5, 162.5, 167.5, 181.5}cm] ***Actual measurement of finished garment at thigh:*** 25 (26, 27.5, 29.75, 31.75){35, 36.25, 37.75, 40.25}" [63.5 (66, 70, 75.5, 80.5){89, 92, 96, 102}cm] *Ease varies from -2” – 0”/-5cm – 0cm at the waist and 7” – 9” /17.5cm-23cm at the hip depending on the size. Choose the size closest to your actual waist measurement. If you are between sizes, size down.* **Suggested Yarn: ** For the sample, I used Ritual Dyes Undine in the Peony colorway. A plant fiber in a Fingering or Sport weight will provide the most drape for this design, and I've included a couple of other yarn suggestions at lower price points below. That said, please use any yarn that is accessible to you. A fingering weight wool will work perfectly fine. I've also created [this spreadsheet][6] of Budget Yarn Options to assist with financial accessibility. ***$$$*** **[Ritual Dyes Undine][7]**, $22.00/100g (70% Organic Cotton/30% Linen, 383yds/100g) ***$*** [Sandnes Garn Line][8], $6.50/50g (53% Cotton, 33% Viscose, 14% Linen, 120yds/50g) [KnitPicks Shine Sport][9], $3.99/50g (60% Cotton, 40% Modal, 110yds/50g) [KnitPicks Lindy Chain][10], $6.99/50g (70% Linen/30% Cotton, 180yds/50g) [DMC Natura Linen][11], $5.49/50g (58% Linen, 26% Viscose, 16% Cotton, 164yds/50g) **Yardage:** 405-450 (473-525, 540-600, 585-650, 630-700){698-775, 765-850, 833-925, 900-1000}yds 370-411 (432-480, 494-548, 535-594, 576-640){638-708, 699-777, 761-845, 823-914}m **Gauge:** 22 sts & 32 rows per 4”x4” square, stockinette in the round, blocked **Suggested Needles:** US 4 – 3.5 mm 24-40” circular needles US 5 – 3.75 mm 24-40” circular needles If you’re not using magic loop, you will also need a 16-24” circular needle for the legs. **Materials: ** fingering weight yarn, circular needles, stitch markers, scrap yarn or stitch holders, additional circular needle for fold over waistband, (optional) crochet hook if using crocheted provisional cast on, darning needle **Techniques:** knitting in the round, provisional cast on, i-cord, increasing, decreasing, holding stitches, reading knit and purl stitches [1]: https://www.jessiemaeddesigns.com/newsletter [2]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sosummershorts/ [3]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sosummershirt/ [4]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sosummerset/ [5]: https://www.instagram.com/jessssiemae/ [6]: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kvJ7x_RXTYzZUrKl2gNOhClp3mSfbVFJZdDxP-Uzjn4/edit?usp=sharing [7]: https://ritualdyes.com/products/undine-1 [8]: https://motherknitter.com/shop/line/ [9]: https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/shine-sport/c/5420122?gclid=Cj0KCQjw9YWDBhDyARIsADt6sGZWWK0vifc27H4aMNsuMqh-SkRR7OQGFXj74K5TtL3jZFQtd7OJWggaAp8iEALw_wcB [10]: https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/lindy-chain/c/5420254 [11]: https://www.dmc.com/uk/natura-linen-5809.html