Sirdar Pattern 1592 - Baby Sweater

[lahgeek]

Hoping someone has worked this pattern and can help. I am completing the ribbed edging version of the baby sweater in size 0-3 months. Currently using Main color (Confetti yarn) and have 26 stitches on the needle. I have completed the 7" and as I read the next instruction - I'm stuck. "P0 (inc in next st purlways) 8 times, P0. 16 stitches." How can I have 26 - increase 8 times and only have 16 - or does it mean an additional 16 stitches? And if I'm increasing - do I just spread them out across the 26?


Is there anyone here who has used this pattern and can help me through this step? [Here's the link to Herrschners where I purchased it: http://www.herrschners.com/products/...px?sku=710425]

Thanks