This pattern is for a novelty photo prop snake hat.

Care should be taken if baby is wearing it for anything other than a photo shoot as the long tail could pose a risk.

Instructions are included for sizes 0-3 (3-6, 6-9, 9-12) months with details of how to modify for larger sizes.

Two different finishes for the head are provided as shown in the pictures above.

YOU WILL NEED 300 m double knitting (8-ply) yarn, oddments of black and white yarn for eyes and fangs, a 3.50mm hook and a needle for neatening ends.

Should you wish to use Aran, Worsted Weight or other thickness of yarn, follow the instructions for larger sizes - gauge and yardage will not apply in such cases.

GAUGE: 8 stitches and 4 rows to 5 cm (2”) in UK trebles (US double crochet).

This pattern is written in UK terms with a table of US equivalents.

This pattern is fully tested.