Short-rows, also called partial rows or turning rows, are simply rows of knitting that extend across only some of the stitches, hence, the term "short" row. The technique is simple - work across part of a row, turn the needles around, and work back across the stitches just worked.
Finished Size: About 18" (45.5 cm) circumference. To fit an adult.
Yarn: Ami-Ami Faith (100% wool; 240 yd [220 m]/100 g): #A50 green mix, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Ami-Itoya.
Yarn weight: #4 - Medium
Gauge: 21 sts and 30 rows = 4" (10 cm) in St st on larger needles.
Needles: Hat: Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight. Crown closure: Size 6 (4 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Tapestry needle; waste yarn; spare needle for BO; marker (m).
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2005