What Does GSR Mean in Knitting?
GSR means German short rows.
German Short Rows · Techniques
German Short Rows explained
A short-row method that makes a 'double stitch' by pulling firmly on the yarn after turning, instead of wrapping. Many knitters find it tidier and easier than wrap and turn.
How you might see it written
Patterns aren't always consistent. GSR may also appear as gsr, german short row, ds, or double stitch. The converter recognizes all of these.
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