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Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Charming Critter

Delightful animal designs with sweet details that capture the essence of your favorite woodland and farmyard friends.

About This Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

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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.

Why You'll Love This Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

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!

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Switch Things Up

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 fangsβ€”add 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!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

βœ— When folding the pot lip down at Round 47, make sure you align the stitches of the current round exactly with the free back loops of Round 33 to prevent the pot from twisting or leaning.βœ— If you don't double up the pipe cleaners or use strong enough wire inside the lips and vines, Clarence's heavy head and leaves will droop instead of holding their cheeky, expressive poses.βœ— Forgetting to place the safety eyes before joining the top and bottom halves of the head will make it incredibly difficult to secure the backings inside the closed mouth structure.βœ— When joining the six stem petals together in Round 1 of the stem, ensure all petals are facing right-side up; otherwise, your leaves will curl in opposite directions and look messy.

Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

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.

Intermediate 5-8 Hours

Materials Needed for Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

β€” Main Fabric

  • 01
    1 ball of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Tea Rose (Lilac) for the main head
  • 02
    Half a ball of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Jam (Purple) for the inner mouth and details
  • 03
    Small amount of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Blush Pink for the lips
  • 04
    2 balls of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Spearmint Green for the stem, vines, and leaves
  • 05
    Small amount of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Paper White for the fangs
  • 06
    1 ball of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Soft Fudge (Light Brown) for the pot
  • 07
    Small amount of Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Coffee Bean (Dark Brown) for the soil

β€” Tools Required

  • 01
    3mm crochet hook
  • 02
    One pair of 10mm black safety eyes
  • 03
    16 long pipe cleaners or strong crafting wire for poseability
  • 04
    A piece of thick felt or foam stabilizer (like Pellon Flex-Foam) to stiffen the pot
  • 05
    High-quality polyester toy stuffing
  • 06
    Tapestry needle for assembly and seamless sewing
  • 07
    Small amount of PVA glue or starch to set the curly hair (optional)
  • 08
    Thick drinking straw or knitting needle to assist with hair curling (optional)

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β€” 1. Cozy Plant Pot :

Round 1 :

Work 7 sc into a magic ring [7]

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in each of the 7 sts [14]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [21]

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [28]

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [35]

Round 6 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [42]

Round 7 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [49]

Round 8 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [56]

Round 9 :

Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc in next st) 7 times [63]

Round 10 :

Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc in next st) 6 times, then work 9 sc [69]

Round 11 :

Working in BLO, work 1 slst in each of the 69 sts [69]

Round 12 :

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]

Round 13 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]

Round 15 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]

Round 16 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]

Round 17 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 69 sts [69]

Round 18 :

Repeat (22 sc, 1 inc in next st) 3 times [72]

Round 19 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 20 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 21 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 22 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 23 :

Repeat (23 sc, 1 inc in next st) 3 times [75]

Round 24 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]

Round 25 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]

Round 26 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]

Round 27 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 75 sts [75]

Round 28 :

Repeat (24 sc, 1 inc in next st) 3 times [78]

Round 29 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]

Round 30 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]

Round 31 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]

Round 32 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 78 sts [78]

Round 33 :

Working in FLO, repeat (12 sc, 1 inc in next st) 6 times [84]

Round 34 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 35 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 36 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 37 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 38 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 39 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 40 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 41 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 42 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 43 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 44 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 45 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 84 sts [84]

Round 46 :

Repeat (12 sc, 1 inv dec) 6 times [78]

Info :

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!

Info :

Fold the last 13 rounds down to Rnd 33 to form the pot's brim.

Round 47 :

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.

β€” 2. Inner Mouth :

Info :

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.

Round 1 :

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]

Round 2 :

Repeat (1 inc in each of the next 3 sts, 10 sc) 2 times [32]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 inc, 1 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 1 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [38]

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [44]

Round 5 :

Repeat (1 inc, 3 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 3 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [50]

Round 6 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [56]

Round 7 :

Repeat (1 inc, 5 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 5 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [62]

Round 8 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [68]

Round 9 :

Repeat (1 inc, 7 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 7 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [74]

Round 10 :

Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 3 times, work 10 sc [80]

Round 11 :

Repeat (1 inc, 9 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc, then repeat (1 inc, 9 sc) 3 times, work 10 sc [86]

Round 12 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 13 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 14 :

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.

β€” 3. Top of the Head :

Info :

Using lilac yarn, we will build the upper head.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in each of the 6 sts [12]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [18]

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [24]

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [30]

Round 6 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [36]

Round 7 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [42]

Round 8 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [48]

Round 9 :

Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [54]

Round 10 :

Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [60]

Round 11 :

Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [66]

Round 12 :

Repeat (10 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [72]

Round 13 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 15 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 16 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 17 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 18 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]. Fasten off and weave in your ends.

β€” 4. Bottom of the Head + Joining :

Info :

Using lilac yarn, we will make the lower head and join the mouth.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in each of the 6 sts [12]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [18]

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [24]

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [30]

Round 6 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [36]

Round 7 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [42]

Round 8 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [48]

Round 9 :

Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [54]

Round 10 :

Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [60]

Round 11 :

Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [66]

Round 12 :

Repeat (10 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [72]

Round 13 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 15 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Info :

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.

Round 16 :

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.

β€” 5. Lips :

Info :

Attach pink yarn to one of the corners of the mouth.

Round 1 :

Working in FLO, work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 3 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 5 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 6 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 7 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Round 8 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 86 sts [86]

Info :

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.

Round 9 :

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.

Info :

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).

β€” 6. Top Fangs :

Info :

Make 2 or more using white yarn.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 inc, 2 sc) 2 times [8]

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]

Round 5 :

Repeat (1 inc, 3 sc) 2 times [10]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

β€” 7. Bottom Fangs :

Info :

Make 2 or more using white yarn.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 inc, 2 sc) 2 times [8]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

β€” 8. Stem Petals :

Info :

Make 6 using green yarn. Do not stuff these pieces.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 4 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [9]

Round 5 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]

Round 6 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [12]

Round 7 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 8 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [15]

Round 9 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 15 sts [15]

Round 10 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [18]

Round 11 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 18 sts [18]

Round 12 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [21]

Round 13 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 21 sts [21]

Round 14 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times [24]

Round 15 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 24 sts [24]

Round 16 :

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.

β€” 9. Joining the Stem :

Info :

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.

Round 1 :

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]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 3 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 72 sts [72]

Round 4 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inv dec, 5 sc) 6 times [66]

Round 5 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 66 sts [66]

Round 6 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 66 sts [66]

Round 7 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inv dec, 4 sc) 6 times [60]

Info :

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.

Round 8 :

Working in BLO, work 30 slst; then work 30 sc through both loops [60]

Round 9 :

Work 30 slst in the BLO of the previous round's slip stitches; then work 30 sc through both loops [60]

Round 10 :

Work 30 sc in the free FLO of both of the last 2 rounds, then work 30 sc through both loops [60]

Round 11 :

Work 30 slst in the BLO from Rnd 9 (positioned behind the current round), then work 30 sc through both loops [60]

Round 12 :

Work 30 slst in the BLO of the previous round's slip stitches, then work 30 sc through both loops [60]

Round 13 :

Work 30 sc in the free stitches from Rnd 10, then work 30 sc [60]

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]

Round 15 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]

Round 16 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]

Round 17 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 60 sts [60]

Info :

Now we will add a second curve to the stem.

Round 18 :

Work 2 sc, 26 slst in BLO, then work 32 sc through both loops [60]

Round 19 :

Work 2 sc, 26 slst in the BLO of the previous slip stitches, then work 32 sc through both loops [60]

Round 20 :

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]

Round 21 :

Work 29 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec [54]

Round 22 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]

Round 23 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]

Round 24 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]

Round 25 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]

Round 26 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]

Round 27 :

Work 1 slst in each of the 54 sts [54]. Fasten off and weave in your ends.

β€” 10. Soil :

Info :

Attach dark brown yarn to any slip stitch from Rnd 27 of the stem.

Round 1 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 54 sts [54]

Round 2 :

Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [60]

Round 3 :

Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times [66]

Round 4 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc, 5 sc) 6 times [72]

Round 5 :

Repeat (1 inc, 11 sc) 6 times [78]

Info :

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.

Round 6 :

Work 1 slst in all 78 sts to join the pieces [78]. Fasten off and weave in ends.

β€” 11. Twirly Vines :

Info :

Make 3 using green yarn.

Round 1 :

Work 5 sc into a magic ring [5]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]

Round 3 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]

Round 5 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]

Round 6 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 5 sts [5]

Round 7 :

Work 1 inc, then work 4 sc [6]

Round 8 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 9 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 10 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 11 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 12 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 13 :

Work 1 inc, then work 5 sc [7]

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]

Round 15 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]

Round 16 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]

Round 17 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]

Round 18 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 7 sts [7]

Round 19 :

Work 1 inc, then work 6 sc [8]

Round 20 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]

Round 21 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]

Round 22 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]

Round 23 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]

Round 24 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 8 sts [8]

Round 25 :

Work 1 inc, then work 7 sc [9]

Round 26 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]

Round 27 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]

Round 28 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]

Round 29 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]

Round 30 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 9 sts [9]

Round 31 :

Work 1 inc, then work 8 sc [10]

Round 32 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 33 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 34 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 35 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 36 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 37 :

Work 1 inc, then work 9 sc [11]

Round 38 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 39 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 40 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 41 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 42 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 43 :

Work 1 inc, then work 10 sc [12]

Round 44 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 45 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 46 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 47 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 48 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 49 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 50 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 51 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 52 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 53 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 54 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 55 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

β€” 12. Grippy Leaves :

Info :

Make 2 using green yarn.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 1 sc) 2 times [10]

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 5 :

Repeat (2 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 2 sc) 2 times [14]

Round 6 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 14 sts [14]

Round 7 :

Repeat (3 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 3 sc) 2 times [18]

Round 8 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 18 sts [18]

Round 9 :

Repeat (4 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 4 sc) 2 times [22]

Round 10 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 22 sts [22]

Round 11 :

Repeat (5 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 5 sc) 2 times [26]

Round 12 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 26 sts [26]

Round 13 :

Repeat (6 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 6 sc) 2 times [30]

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 30 sts [30]

Round 15 :

Repeat (7 sc, 3 sc in the next st, 7 sc) 2 times [34]

Round 16 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 34 sts [34]

Round 17 :

Repeat (8 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc) 2 times [36]

Round 18 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 36 sts [36]

Round 19 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 36 sts [36]

Round 20 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 36 sts [36]

Round 21 :

Repeat (1 inv dec, 4 sc) 6 times [30]

Round 22 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inv dec) 6 times [24]

Round 23 :

Repeat (1 inv dec, 2 sc) 6 times [18]

Round 24 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inv dec) 6 times [12]

Round 25 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 12 sts [12]

Round 26 :

Work 1 inv dec, then work 10 sc [11]

Round 27 :

Work 1 inv dec, then work 9 sc [10]

Round 28 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 29 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 30 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 31 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 32 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 10 sts [10]

Round 33 :

Work 1 inc, then work 9 sc [11]

Round 34 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 35 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 36 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 37 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 38 :

Work 1 sc in each of the 11 sts [11]

Round 39 :

Work 1 inc, then work 10 sc [12]

Round 40 :

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.

β€” 13. Protective Spikes :

Info :

Make as many as you'd like using purple yarn. Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from your hook.

Row 1 :

Work 1 slst, 1 sc, 1 hdc [3]. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

β€” 14. Wispy Hair :

Info :

Make as many as you'd like using purple yarn.

Row 1 :

Ch 25 [25]. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Info :

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.

β€” 15. Stingy Tongue :

Info :

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.

Row 1 :

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.

Assembly Instructions

  • Cut a circle of felt, foam, or thick cardboard to fit the bottom of the pot, place it inside, and stuff the pot firmly with toy stuffing.
  • Sew the two Grippy Leaves to the sides of the green body, pushing the wire ends into the body before sewing them securely in place.
  • Secure the three Twirly Vines to the soil behind the body, pushing the wire ends deep into the soil and twisting them together inside the pot for stability, then sew them down and curl the ends.
  • Stuff the body firmly, leaving a little room at the top, then place the head into the neck opening and sew it secure using a tail of lilac yarn, stitching through the back seam and the three back petals.
  • Suture the fangs to the inside seam of the lips, placing the top fangs further apart than the bottom ones, then open the mouth and sew the Stingy Tongue to the inside so it flops out to the side.
  • Embroider purple spots on top of the head, sew the Wispy Hair in between the spots, embroider purple veins onto both sides of the leaves, and secure the back petals to the head with green yarn so they stand upright.

Important Notes

  • πŸ’‘If you find your plant is a bit top-heavy, add a balloon weight or some weighted glass beads to the bottom of the pot before stuffing to keep it upright.
  • πŸ’‘Make sure to keep your stitches nice and tight, especially around the safety eyes and stuffing-heavy areas, to prevent the fiberfill from showing through.
  • πŸ’‘When inserting wire or pipe cleaners, double them up for extra strength so Clarence can hold his expressive poses over time.
  • πŸ’‘Using a knitting needle or pencil makes poking holes for safety eyes in the dense crochet fabric much easier.
  • πŸ’‘PVA glue or liquid starch is ideal for setting the curls of the wispy hair; let them dry completely overnight before assembling.

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! 🧢✨

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FAQs

Can I use acrylic yarn instead of cotton for Clarence?

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.

How do I make the stem bend if I want a straight plant?

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.

Is the fabric stabilizer absolutely necessary for the pot?

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!

My plant keeps tipping over. How can I balance it?

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.

How can I get the tongue to look perfectly forked?

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.