Please see image 2 for materials required. The patterns are printed on good quality paper, please note that you are not purchasing the original Knitting Pattern or the Garment itself. The patterns are posted in an A4 envelope, they are not folded when you receive them. If the photo is in colour then you will receive a colour picture with the pattern. Buy 5 patterns and get one free, add all five to the basket to receive the offer. If you are unhappy with the pattern please allow me to correct this before leaving feedback so you can happily knit away!