About This Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern
He makes a fantastic conversation starter for an office desk, a unique gift for plant lovers who can't keep real greens alive, or a cozy companion for your bookshelf.
Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.
Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.
Delightful animal designs with sweet details that capture the essence of your favorite woodland and farmyard friends.
He makes a fantastic conversation starter for an office desk, a unique gift for plant lovers who can't keep real greens alive, or a cozy companion for your bookshelf.
I absolutely fell in love with creating Clarence because of how much personality is packed into his shape. Working on the stem bends using clever slip-stitch placements was such a satisfying technique to learn, and wrapping the wire inside the lips and vines makes him so fun to pose once he is finished!
I have always had a soft spot for quirky crochet projects that bring a bit of theater to my crafting space, and Clarence is the absolute definition of that! When I first designed him, I wanted to create something that felt alive and bursting with personality. There is something so incredibly satisfying about watching his cheeky little face take shape as you sew on those tiny fangs and position his tongue just so.
If you want to put your own spin on this mischievous little guy, I highly recommend experimenting with a wild color palette. While I love the classic spearmint green and soft lilac of the original, he would look absolutely spectacular in deep crimson and charcoal black for a spooky, gothic vibe, or even bright neon pinks and yellows for a retro cartoon look! You can also go wild with the fangsβadd a whole row of them for an extra toothy grin, or give him a few extra curls of hair to match your own style. Whatever you choose, just have fun with the process and let his unique personality shine through!
Meet Clarence, the most charmingly mischievous carnivorous plant you'll ever stitch! This playful desk buddy features a wide, toothy grin, bendable vines, and a cozy potted home of his very own. If you love quirky, personality-filled makes that bring a touch of green whimsy to your shelves, you're going to adore watching this little character come to life.
Work 7 sc into a magic ring [7]
Work 1 inc in each of the 7 sts [14]
Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [21]
Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [28]
Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [35]
Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [42]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [49]
Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [56]
Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [63]
Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc in next st) 6 times, then work 9 sc [69]
Working in BLO, work 1 slst in each of the 69 sts [69]
Working into the same back loops and over the slip stitches of the previous round, work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]
Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]
Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]
Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]
Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]
Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]
Repeat (22 sc, 1 inc in next st) 3 times [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Repeat (23 sc, 1 inc in next st) 3 times [75]
Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]
Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]
Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]
Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]
Repeat (24 sc, 1 inc in next st) 3 times [78]
Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]
Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]
Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]
Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]
Working in FLO, repeat (12 sc, 1 inc in next st) 6 times [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]
Repeat (12 sc, 1 inv dec) 6 times [78]
To add structure, insert a strip of thick felt or foam stabilizer inside the lip of the pot. The strip should be half the height of the lip (measured from Rnd 33 to Rnd 46) and long enough to wrap around the pot's circumference. If you don't have felt, corrugated cardboard works great too!
Fold the last 13 rounds down to Rnd 33 to form the pot's brim.
Working through both loops of the current round and the free back loops left over from Rnd 33, work 1 slst in all 78 sts to close the lip [78]. Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Using purple yarn, ch 13. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, you will work in a round along both sides of the chain.
Work 3 sc in the next ch, 10 sc, 3 sc in the last ch. Rotate to work along the opposite side of the chain: 10 sc, skip the last ch [26]
Repeat (1 inc in each of the next 3 sts, 10 sc) 2 times [32]
Repeat (1 inc, 1 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 1 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [38]
Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [44]
Repeat (1 inc, 3 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 3 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [50]
Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [56]
Repeat (1 inc, 5 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 5 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [62]
Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [68]
Repeat (1 inc, 7 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 7 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [74]
Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [80]
Repeat (1 inc, 9 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 9 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 3 slst, 33 sc, 10 slst, 33 sc, 7 slst [86]. Fasten off and weave in ends. Note: The slip stitch sections will sit at the corners of the mouth when joining the pieces later.
Using lilac yarn, we will build the upper head.
Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]
Work 1 inc in each of the 6 sts [12]
Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [18]
Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [24]
Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [30]
Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [36]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [42]
Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [48]
Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [54]
Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [60]
Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [66]
Repeat (10 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]. Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Using lilac yarn, we will make the lower head and join the mouth.
Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]
Work 1 inc in each of the 6 sts [12]
Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [18]
Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [24]
Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [30]
Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [36]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [42]
Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [48]
Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [54]
Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [60]
Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [66]
Repeat (10 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Place the Inner Mouth piece underneath the bottom of the head with wrong sides together. Align the center of the slip stitch section from Rnd 14 of the Inner Mouth with the start of your next round. You will join the pieces by crocheting through both layers.
Work 5 sc through both head and mouth slip stitch layers, work 33 sc through both head and mouth layers, work 5 sc through both head and mouth slip stitch layers. Next, position the top half of the head over the remaining half of the inner mouth, then work 5 sc through both head and mouth slip stitches, 33 sc through both head and mouth layers, and 5 sc through both head and mouth slip stitches [86]. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Attach pink yarn to one of the corners of the mouth.
Working in FLO, work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]
Form a ring with your wire or pipe cleaners (doubling them up adds extra strength) and place it inside the lip tube, enclosing it with the next round.
Working through the FLO of the current round and the remaining free back loop of the mouth, work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Add safety eyes to the top half of the head. Position them about 5 sts away from the mouth corners and 5 rounds up. Insert stuffing into the top and bottom halves of the head, keeping the mouth roof flat. Close the back of the head by joining lilac yarn to the free stitches at the back corner, then work a row of single crochet through both layers to close the gap (or sew it shut using a yarn tail).
Make 2 or more using white yarn.
Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Repeat (1 inc, 2 sc) 2 times [8]
Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]
Repeat (1 inc, 3 sc) 2 times [10]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Make 2 or more using white yarn.
Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Repeat (1 inc, 2 sc) 2 times [8]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Make 6 using green yarn. Do not stuff these pieces.
Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [9]
Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]
Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [15]
Work 1 sc in each of the 15 sts [15]
Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [18]
Work 1 sc in each of the 18 sts [18]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [21]
Work 1 sc in each of the 21 sts [21]
Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [24]
Work 1 sc in each of the 24 sts [24]
Fold the petal flat and work the next stitches through both layers: work 12 sc to close the bottom [12]. Fasten off the first 5 petals, but do not fasten off the 6th petal. We will continue directly from it to join them all together.
Continuing from the 6th petal, we will join all 6 petals in a circle to form the stem. Make sure they are all facing right-side up, with the wrong side of Rnd 16 facing downwards.
Bring the next petal to your hook and work 12 sc along its top edge; repeat this for all 5 remaining petals, then work 12 sc along the original 6th petal to join them in a complete round [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inv dec, 5 sc) 6 times [66]
Work 1 sc in each of the 66 sts [66]
Work 1 sc in each of the 66 sts [66]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inv dec, 4 sc) 6 times [60]
The next rounds create a gentle forward tilt in the stem. If you prefer a completely straight stem, work Rnds 8 to 26 as regular sc rounds instead.
Working in BLO, work 30 slst; then work 30 sc through both loops [60]
Work 30 slst in the BLO of the previous round's slip stitches; then work 30 sc through both loops [60]
Work 30 sc in the free FLO of both of the last 2 rounds, then work 30 sc through both loops [60]
Work 30 slst in the BLO from Rnd 9 (positioned behind the current round), then work 30 sc through both loops [60]
Work 30 slst in the BLO of the previous round's slip stitches, then work 30 sc through both loops [60]
Work 30 sc in the free stitches from Rnd 10, then work 30 sc [60]
Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]
Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]
Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]
Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]
Now we will add a second curve to the stem.
Work 2 sc, 26 slst in BLO, then work 32 sc through both loops [60]
Work 2 sc, 26 slst in the BLO of the previous slip stitches, then work 32 sc through both loops [60]
Work 2 sc, 26 sc in the free FLO from the previous 2 rounds, then work through both loops: 2 sc, 1 inv dec, 12 sc, 1 inv dec, 12 sc, 1 inv dec [57]
Work 29 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec [54]
Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]
Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]
Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]
Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]
Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]
Work 1 slst in each of the 54 sts [54]. Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Attach dark brown yarn to any slip stitch from Rnd 27 of the stem.
Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]
Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [60]
Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [66]
Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc, 5 sc) 6 times [72]
Repeat (1 inc, 11 sc) 6 times [78]
The next round attaches the soil to the pot. Fold back the pot's brim to easily access Rnd 47. You will work through both loops of the soil and Rnd 47 of the pot, pulling the yarn from underneath.
Work 1 slst in all 78 sts to join the pieces [78]. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Make 3 using green yarn.
Work 5 sc into a magic ring [5]
Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]
Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]
Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]
Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]
Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]
Work 1 inc, then work 4 sc [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Work 1 inc, then work 5 sc [7]
Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]
Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]
Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]
Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]
Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]
Work 1 inc, then work 6 sc [8]
Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]
Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]
Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]
Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]
Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]
Work 1 inc, then work 7 sc [9]
Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]
Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]
Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]
Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]
Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]
Work 1 inc, then work 8 sc [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 inc, then work 9 sc [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 inc, then work 10 sc [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Make 2 using green yarn.
Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]
Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]
Repeat (1 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 1 sc) 2 times [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Repeat (2 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 2 sc) 2 times [14]
Work 1 sc in each of the 14 sts [14]
Repeat (3 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 3 sc) 2 times [18]
Work 1 sc in each of the 18 sts [18]
Repeat (4 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 4 sc) 2 times [22]
Work 1 sc in each of the 22 sts [22]
Repeat (5 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 5 sc) 2 times [26]
Work 1 sc in each of the 26 sts [26]
Repeat (6 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 6 sc) 2 times [30]
Work 1 sc in each of the 30 sts [30]
Repeat (7 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 7 sc) 2 times [34]
Work 1 sc in each of the 34 sts [34]
Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc) 2 times [36]
Work 1 sc in each of the 36 sts [36]
Work 1 sc in each of the 36 sts [36]
Work 1 sc in each of the 36 sts [36]
Repeat (1 inv dec, 4 sc) 6 times [30]
Repeat (3 sc, 1 inv dec) 6 times [24]
Repeat (1 inv dec, 2 sc) 6 times [18]
Repeat (1 sc, 1 inv dec) 6 times [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]
Work 1 inv dec, then work 10 sc [11]
Work 1 inv dec, then work 9 sc [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]
Work 1 inc, then work 9 sc [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]
Work 1 inc, then work 10 sc [12]
Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Press the leaves completely flat. Insert doubled-up pipe cleaners or wire into the leaves and vines for stability.
Make as many as you'd like using purple yarn. Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from your hook.
Work 1 slst, 1 sc, 1 hdc [3]. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Make as many as you'd like using purple yarn.
Ch 25 [25]. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Wrap the hair strand tightly around a thick straw or knitting needle. Lightly coat it in PVA glue or starch, then let it dry completely overnight. Once dry, slide it off the straw and trim one of the tail ends.
Make 1 using purple yarn. Ch 26, starting in the 2nd ch from your hook. For the neatest edges, work your stitches into the third loop (back hump) of the chain.
Work 1 slst in the next ch, 2 sc, 2 hdc, then ch 6. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, work 1 slst in the next ch, 2 sc, 2 hdc. Carry on along the main chain: work 21 dc [21 + forked tip]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
I can't wait to see the playful expressions you give your own little Clarence! Feel free to play with different shades of green or even swap out the purple for a bright crimson to make him extra vibrant. I love seeing how everyone adds their own custom flair to these quirky makes, whether that's adding more fangs or styling his wild, curly hair. Happy crocheting, and may your stitches be wonderfully snug and filled with creative joy! π§Άβ¨
Yes, you can! However, 100% cotton yarn provides more structural stiffness, which helps the pot and stem hold their shape better. If using acrylic, you might need extra stuffing and stronger wire.
If you prefer a straight-growing plant, simply substitute the slip-stitch rounds (Rnds 8-26) of the stem with regular single crochet rounds. This will keep the neck straight and upright.
It's highly recommended to keep the pot's rim looking sharp and sturdy. If you don't have foam stabilizer or thick felt, a strip of clean, corrugated cardboard works as a wonderful household alternative!
Clarence can be top-heavy due to his large head! Sewing the vines toward the back of the pot acts as a natural counter-balance. Adding weighted beads, a heavy stone, or a balloon weight to the bottom of the pot also works wonders.
Make sure you follow the chain-6 offshoot instructions carefully in the tongue section, and use the third loop (back hump) of the chain when starting to give the tongue neat, non-curling edges.