I have some great (inherited from mom) Noro Kureyon in black/grey. I've been wanting to make the Urban Rustic Gloves from Knitty.

I did a gauge swatch and was very happy that it was perfect, by stitches and rows.

So why does my first glove look like an alien?

I messed up a little on the short rows (did not anchor the yo properly), but even now that I get my mistake, I'm not sure it makes up for it. Has anyone done them and can provide guidance?