Mastering Short Rows - Medici Hat
with
Nina Machlin Dayton
Class price:
$150
Session(s) per class:
4
We will learn the 4 most popular methods of working short rows and knit a sampler with them before tackling the Medici Hat, which uses short rows to shape it. We'll go over the purpose and uses of short rows, as well as how to substitute one method for another if your pattern isn't written for the method you like best. We will also learn how to work a provisional cast on, as well as Kitchener Stitch (aka Grafting) to finish the hat. All techniques will be taught in class so no previous experience in these techniques is necessary.
Dates & Times
Next Available Class:
February 8, 2026
2:00pm - 5:30pm ET
February 15, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
February 22, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
March 1, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Meet Your Teacher
Nina Machlin Dayton
Nina Machlin Dayton is a veteran knitting designer and teacher with over 45 years of experience, known for her vintage-inspired designs, leadership in the Indie Design Gift-A-Long, and appearances such as on Knit Stars season 6.
Class Information
Skill Level
Intermediate
Required Materials
Medici Hat Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/medici-hat
About 200 yards of heavy worsted weight or aran yarn for hat. An additional skein of worsted weight yarn for class practice and short row sampler in a different color than your hat yarn.
Size US 8 and US 7 straight needles, or circular needles used as straight needles.
About 1 yard Barber cord/Stitch Saver for provisional cast on
Knitting Tools including – tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers
Homework
None