The 4.5mm needles are used only for the pockets.

Measurements
To fit bust
32, 34, 36, 38, 40 inches
Actual Measurments
34, 36, 38, 40, 42 inches
Length from top of shoulder
23, 23½, 24, 24½, 25 inches

Each pamphlet has a different set of recommended yarns. The following are from the Lotus version.

Materials
LOTUS Double Knitting
Wool Nylon, Double Crepe, Courtelle, Special Nylon or Tricel/Nylon Double Crepe
13, 13, 14, 16, 18 balls
Stitch holders
4 buttons.