This hat is worked top down. The pattern is in US terminology. Do not turn after every round unless indicated. Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Material: Any DK weight yarn. Red (MC): 75 gm 190 meters (200 yards), White (CC): 25 gm Size:S (M, L)20”(22”, 24”) Gauge:16 st x 8 rows in dc make 10cm / 4” Hook Size:4.5 mm / US Stitches used: ch, sl st, dc, fptr, fpdc2tog, puff st5