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1. **Design Strategy**: The user requested "Expedition 33" at a beginner difficulty level. To meet this, I will design a straightforward garter stitch scarf. This choice is ideal for beginners as it only requires the knit stitch, introduces basic concepts like casting on, casting off, and understanding row repeats, and results in a practical, wearable item. The focus will be on clear, concise instructions and standard sizing for worsted weight yarn. 2. **Construction Plan**: The scarf will be constructed flat, back and forth, from one end to the other. It will begin with a simple cast-on, continue in garter stitch (knitting every row) until the desired length is achieved, and conclude with a cast-off. This seamless, simple construction method eliminates complex shaping or joinery, perfect for a beginner project. 3. **Quality Assurance**: * **Fit/Sizing**: A single size will be provided, with clear instructions on how to easily adjust length for personal preference, as fit is less critical for a scarf. The width will be based on standard worsted tension for a comfortable, versatile accessory. * **Clarity**: Instructions will be broken down into logical steps. All technical terms will be defined in the Abbreviations section. * **Consistency**: UK English spelling, metric measurements first, and "tension" will be strictly adhered to throughout. * **Common Pitfalls**: Ensuring the cast-on and cast-off instructions are explicit for beginners, and reiterating the "knit every row" for garter stitch to avoid confusion. 4. **Final Calculations**: * **Yarn Weight**: Worsted. * **Needle Size**: 5.0 mm (US 8) straight needles. This is a common and comfortable size for worsted weight yarn, producing a fabric that isn't too dense or too loose in garter stitch. * **Tension (Gauge)**: A standard tension for worsted garter stitch with 5.0 mm needles is approximately 18 stitches and 36 rows per 10 cm (4 inches). This will be the target tension for the pattern. * **Finished Measurements**: * **Width**: Targeting approximately 20 cm (8 inches). * **Length**: Targeting approximately 180 cm (70 inches). * **Cast On Stitches**: Based on 18 stitches per 10 cm, for a 20 cm width, the cast on will be (20 cm / 10 cm) * 18 stitches = 36 stitches. * **Total Rows**: Based on 36 rows per 10 cm, for a 180 cm length, the total rows will be (180 cm / 10 cm) * 36 rows = 18 * 36 rows = 648 rows.

[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS] Before generating the pattern, verify your plan against the requirements: 1. **Completeness**: Yes, all required sections (Pattern Name, Skill Level, Sizes, Finished Measurements, Yarn, Needles, Notions, Tension, Abbreviations, Notes, Pattern Instructions, Finishing) inferred for a professional knitting pattern are covered. 2. **Consistency**: Yes, the stitch count (36 sts) matches the target width (20 cm) based on the specified tension (18 sts/10 cm). The total row count (648 rows) matches the target length (180 cm) based on the specified tension (36 rows/10 cm). 3. **Constraints**: Yes, "Expedition 33" name, "beginner" difficulty, UK English spelling, metric first, "tension" terminology, worsted yarn, and standard specifications are all addressed. 4. **Safety**: Yes, all math has been checked: * Width: (20 cm / 10 cm) * 18 sts = 36 sts. * Length: (180 cm / 10 cm) * 36 rows = 648 rows. * No complex calculations or potential error points beyond basic arithmetic.