Komodo Dragon Crochet pattern

This Adobe Pdf file is my original design crochet pattern for a Komodo dragon. The written pattern is illustrated with photos showing every step in the construction of the lizard.

The pattern is crocheted in a continuous spiral and requires knowledge of the following stitches (including increases and decreases): chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and half double crochet.

Item size will depend on the weight of yarn used. I crocheted the sample with Loops and Threads Impeccable worsted weight (#4) acrylic yarn and size F crochet hook. The sample size is 3 1/4" high, 16 1/2" long including the tail and tongue, and 5 3/4" wide between the two front legs.