Things You'll Need
Instructions
Removing the Skin
Cut in a straight line down the middle of the underside of the snake by starting with the anal vent and working toward the head.
Remove the skin by firmly pulling the skin away from the snake and using a sharp knife to disconnect the skin from the body. Start at the tail and work toward the head.
Pull the rest of the skin off with your hands once you have removed about 6 inches of skin with a knife.
Scrape the flesh off the snake skin with a serrated knife.
Wipe the skin on both sides using paper towels. Start from the head and work toward the tail.
Tanning the Skin
Mix a solution of equal parts rubbing alcohol and glycerin in a sealable container. Make sure there's enough solution to fully submerge the skin.
Place the loosely rolled snake skin in the container, seal it and let it sit for two to three days. Stir the solution once per day.
Remove the skin from the solution and rinse it thoroughly with water.
Scrape loose membrane off the flesh side of the skin with a dull knife.
Thinly coat the flesh side of the skin with pure glycerin and let the skin hang dry for 24 hours.
Wipe the skin with a damp cloth.