Introduction This poncho is modular–it is knit in one piece, with each section connected to another section. There are no seams, but many, many short rows. My original poncho was a free style, work-as-you-go wrap that began with a crude plan which was modified many times as I worked to complete the poncho. I hope …
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Short Rows, Part 2: Wrap and Turn in Garter Stitch
The wrap and turn technique for short rows is similar in garter stitch. There are two parts: 1) working the turn, and 2) working through the turn. Both right side and wrong side are worked the same way, and it is nearly identical to working a wrap and turn in stockinette stitch with the right …
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Short Rows, Part 1: Wrap And Turn in Stockinette Stitch
Short rows are commonly used to incorporate a slope or extra fabric in an object. For example, you can use short rows at the shoulder slope for easier shoulder seaming and on sleeve caps for nice, even shaping at the top of the sleeve cap. Short rows can also be used for incorporating extra fabric …
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