Aleli captures the playful ease of summer — handknit shorts inspired by the soft elegance of white Aleli blooms. Light and breathable, they’re crafted in a luxurious blend of baby alpaca, organic cotton, mohair, and silk, giving them a gentle halo, subtle sheen, and exceptional softness. Perfect for warm, sunny days, Aleli pairs effortlessly with any tee for a relaxed yet refined look — a summer staple with an elegant twist.

Yarn
Isager Eco Baby (DK Weight; 68% Baby Alpaca; 32 % Organic Pima Cotton; 164
yds / 150 m per 50 g)
A- 3 (3, 4, 6 , 7, 8) balls

Emilia & Philomene- Leona
(Lace Weight; 72% Mohair; 28% Silk; 459 yards / 420 meters per 50 g)
B- 1 ( 1, 1, 2, 2 ,3) Balls.
Both yarns are held together throughout pattern.
Needles
3.25 mm (US 3) circular needle 16” / 40 cm (for waistband) (or longer for larger sizes) or an optional set of Double Pointed

Needles (DPNs)
4.00 mm (US 6) circular needle 16” / 40 cm (for leg openings), 24” / 60 cm (or longer for larger sizes) or an optional set of Double Pointed Needles (DPNs)
4.50 mm (US 7) circular needle 16” / 40 cm, 32” / 80 cm (or longer for larger sizes), or an optional set of Double Pointed Needles (DPNs)
3.50 mm (US E-4) crochet hook for provisional cast on

Notions
6 stitch markers (1 of a different colour to mark BOR), waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle, 1 yd / .92 m of ½” / 1.25 cm wide satin ribbon to make bow at centre front (optional), 1.5” / 4 cm length of 1” / 2.5 cm wide elastic to fit waist plus 2” / 5 cm.

GAUGE
20 sts & 28 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette / Stocking stitch on a 4.50 mm (US 7) needle, after blocking.