Baby viking helmet

I have been working on another baby gift - a viking helmet.  I have almost completed 3 but ripped back one because I was not happy with it.  I have a 1-3 month size complete except for the horns (which is pictured below) & a 3 month-toddler size nearly done.  The pattern called for popcorn stitches & front post double chains which are new stitches for me.  I mastered them but I am not happy with the joins in the round. I am trying to get it worked out so that I will be happy to give it as a gift.  My dad says that I might have to add some braids if the baby is a girl but I think that I can do that easily with some yellow yarn. Perfect for a baby with Scandinavian heritage!

1-3 month Lael Viking Helmet (less the horns)