The boy wanted a Star Wars hat of his own. He chose the color scheme here.

The band reads, “FIRST IN--LAST STANDING,” after we ran through a list of options.

He wanted “I’ve got a bad feeling about this,” but maths wouldn’t allow it.

I wish I could remember what this red yarn was, because it has a beautiful, glowing, saturated color. I think it might just be plain old Patons Classic Wool, but I’m not sure. Anyway, good stuff.

It looks a little hinky because he jammed it on his head immediately after I finished it, and I’ve not been able to block it. I’m good with that.

Looking at it now, I realize I messed up the chart, adding a couple of stitches at the top of the helmet. Since it does not appear to bother the boy, I won’t let it bother me …