Advanced beginner to intermediate: knitting in the round, pattern reading

SIZE
Circumference 27in/68.5cm.
Height 8in/20.5cm.

MATERIALS
1 x 75g hank of Noro Kashirukuru in shade 75 Capri.
Size US 8/5mm circular needle, 16in/40cm long, or size to obtain gauge.
Stitch marker.

GAUGE
17 sts and 28 rnds in pattern st = 4in/10cm