Elisenberg tights are knitted top down. First, you knit the waistband and the extension in the back for a good fit. Then, increases are worked for the gusset before the work is divided into two legs. The legs are knitted in the round on double pointed needles with decreases. Finally you knit the foot. The heel is shaped with short rows.

Sizes: 1 mos (3 mos) 6 mos (9 mos) 12 mos
½ Waist width: Approx. 19 (20) 21 (22) 23 cm
Technique: Stockinette stitch
Tension: 28 stitches X 38 rows stockinette stitch = 10 cm
Needle size: 3,0 mm / 40 cm circular and dpn
Amount of yarn: Approx. 250 (300) 350 (400) 450 meter
Yarn suggestion: Merino / Knitting for Olive

The specified needle size and yarn amount is for guidance only and will vary depending on your knit tension and choice of yarn. The sizes are approximate.