The Zig-Zag Tights are a made-to-measure pattern worked top-down utilizing lacework. The pattern can be customized to fit any sized body by using custom measurements.

About the Pattern:
The pattern is worked top down from the torso, increasing and casting on sts for the crotch, and then decreasing from the legs down. The heel, foot, and toe are worked similar to many sock
patterns. The pattern will be worked up with a center seam section that will be knit in stockinette and will be utilized for increases and
decreases. Due to the ability to customize and use personal measurements, the pattern could also be altered to be leggings, socks of any length, or stockings.

Sizing:
Made to measure. Sizing is based on your custom measurements.
Note: this pattern has not yet been tested on larger bodies. If you would be interested in testing, please contact me on Ravelry or Instagram @KnitsByBethany

Ease:
-1 inch, the garment should be fitted.

Difficulty:
Advanced

Materials:
Lace Weight Yarn (yardage calculator found on page 3)
10+ Locking stitch markers
US 2.5/3.0mm 24"/60cm circulars
US 1.5/2.5mm 24"/60cm circulars
Extra cables/yarn to hold stitches
Preferred blocking supplies
Elastic thread OR elastic band
Optional US 2.5/3.0mm small circumference circulars or DPNs
Optional similarly sized crochet hook
Optional nylon/polyamide thread

Gauge:
24 sts / 36 rows = 4 x 4 in or 10 x 10 cm
Worked in Lace Chart Blocked
OR
24 sts / 36 rows = 3.5 x 3.5 in or 8 x 8 cm
Worked in Stockinette

Recommended Yarn:
Findley by Juniper Moon Farm
Sample was knit in the colorway Midnight.

When choosing a yarn, keep in mind the fiber used. I recommend a yarn with some silk, nylon, or polyamide to add strength.

Yarn Required:
The pattern is customizable to any size and requires varying amounts of yarn. The standard XS requires 898yd/821m, the standard 5X requires 2291yd/2095m for someone who is
5'6"/1.7m. A more accurate yarn calculator is found on page 3 of the pattern. The sample used 942 yards.

Techniques:
Italian/Tubular Cast On OR Provisional Cast On
1x1 Ribbing
Lacework - ssk, k2tog, yo, reading lace charts
Increases - M1L, M1R
Decreases - ssk, k2tog
Backwards Loop Cast On
Heel Turn - yo short row explained in pattern
Kitchener Stitch

You are very welcome to share your version of the Zig-Zag Tights on Instagram using the hashtag #zigzagtights
Happy knitting!