The PEPPO trousers are worked from the waist downwards. The waistband is folded over and knitted together with the cast-on edge; this lets you insert a wide elastic band which will help the trousers stay up better. After the waistband, the trousers are worked in rounds in stockinette stitch. Short rows are incorporated to make the seat section somewhat roomier to accommodate a nappy. A gusset is added for a comfortable fit; then the legs are worked separately in rounds. Above the cuffs, a short section of each leg is worked in half fisherman’s rib. 

The sizes correspond to a body length of 50–56 (58–68; 70–80; 82–86; 88–92) cm and an approximate age of 0–2 (3–6; 7–12; 13–18; 19–24) months. The trousers fit comfortably with a loose-fitting seat for optimal wearing comfort. The length of the legs can be adjusted above 
the cuffs (turned up or long) according to the size of the baby. 

2 (2; 2; 3; 3) x 50 g (1.76 oz) Pascuali Pinta (60% Virgin Wool, 20% Mulberry Silk, 20% Ramie) in the colour of your choice
Colour of the pictured sample: #101 Horizon

approx. 50 (55; 55; 60; 65) cm elastic band, 1.6“ (4 cm) wide
US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle or DPNs (for body, legs and waistband) 
US 2.5 (3 mm) DPNs (for cuffs) or needle size required to get gauge
Stitch markers 
Stitch holder or waste yarn 
Tapestry needle and scissors