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{'pattern_name': 'Darth Vader Knitted Helmet', 'description': 'Channel the force with this intricately designed Darth Vader knitted helmet. Perfect for Star Wars fans looking to stay warm in style.', 'skill_level': 'Intermediate', 'finished_size': 'One size fits most adults', 'materials_needed': {'yarn': {'brand': 'Lion Brand Yarn', 'name': 'Wool-Ease Chunky', 'weight': 'Bulky', 'color': 'Black', 'qty': '2 skeins'}, 'needles': {'us': 'Size 10.5 (6.5 mm)', 'uk': 'Size 3', 'metric': '6.5 mm'}, 'other_supplies': ['Stitch markers', 'Yarn needle', 'Polyester fiberfill for stuffing']}, 'gauge': '14 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch', 'notes': ['This pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up.', 'Adjust needle size to obtain correct gauge if needed.'], 'abbreviations': {'k': 'knit', 'p': 'purl', 'k2tog': 'knit two together', 'ssk': 'slip, slip, knit'}, 'pattern': [{'section_title': 'Helmet Body', 'section_instructions': ['Using long-tail cast on, cast on 80 stitches. Join in the round, being careful not to twist.', 'Work in stockinette stitch until the piece measures 8 inches from the cast-on edge.']}, {'section_title': 'Face Opening', 'section_instructions': ['Next row: K15, bind off next 8 stitches for face opening, k to end.', 'Working back and forth on the 15 stitches just knit, continue in stockinette stitch for 1.5 inches.', 'Bind off all stitches.']}, {'section_title': 'Finishing', 'section_instructions': ['Fold the piece in half with wrong sides together. Sew the back seam using mattress stitch.', 'Stuff the helmet lightly with polyester fiberfill for shape.', 'Weave in all ends and enjoy your Darth Vader knitted helmet!']}]}

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