The pattern calls for 8 colors of fingering wool yarn: 3oz (84g/447m) of the main color and 1oz (28g/149m) of 7 contrasting colors.

3/ Needles called for are listed in the pattern with the BRITISH measurements. Note that a UK size 12 = 2.75mm = US 2; UK size 9 = 3.75mm = US 5