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Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

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

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

Clarence the Peckish Plant is a delightfully mischievous amigurumi that combines whimsical plant-inspired design with character-driven details. This pattern features multiple components that come together to create a fully posable carnivorous plant friend, complete with a sturdy pot, bendable vines, and expressive features. The construction involves working various sections separately before joining them together, including six stem petals that form the neck, a two-piece head with an inner mouth, and wire-reinforced accessories for maximum poseability.

Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

What makes Clarence special is the attention to personality-packed details—from his cheeky corner-lifted smile and fangs to his protective spikes and wispy styled hair. The pattern cleverly uses pipe cleaners and wire throughout to give Clarence the ability to strike different poses and expressions, making him an interactive and fun display piece.

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

I absolutely love how much personality Clarence has! The combination of structural techniques like the reinforced pot lip and the bendable elements makes this pattern both a technical challenge and a creative joy. I'm particularly fond of how the mouth corners can be positioned into different expressions, and the way the vines curl playfully adds so much character. The fact that you can pose the leaves and vines means every Clarence can be unique. It's one of those projects where you really see the piece come alive as you add each component, and the final result is a conversation-starter that brings smiles to everyone who sees it.

Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile Clarence's design is for personalization! You could easily swap the color scheme - imagine him in deep burgundy and forest green for a more realistic carnivorous plant look, or go wild with bright rainbow colors for a fantasy version. I've experimented with making the pot in terracotta orange with darker brown details to mimic a real clay pot, which looks absolutely adorable.

If you want to make Clarence more kid-friendly, you could skip the tongue and fangs entirely and give him a simple smiling mouth instead. Or go the opposite direction and add even more teeth for a fiercer plant! I sometimes make extra protective spikes and cluster them around the head like a mohawk for added personality.

For the wispy hair, try using different lengths of chains - some at 15 chains, others at 30 - to create varied heights. You could also use sparkly or metallic yarn for the hair to give Clarence a magical touch. I've even tried not gluing the hair and leaving it curly and loose for a different texture effect.

The leaves are another area where you can get creative! Make them in variegated green yarn for natural color variation, or add embroidered spots along with the veins for a more exotic plant appearance. You could even make extra sets of leaves in different sizes and attach them at various points on the stem for a fuller, bushier look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to add pipe cleaners or wire before closing leaves and vines—always insert them during construction as indicated for proper poseability ✗ Overstuffing the head which prevents the mouth from opening properly—keep the roof of mouth flat and stuff moderately for best expression range ✗ Not reinforcing the pot lip with stabilizer which causes it to collapse—use thick felt, foam stabilizer, or corrugated card for structural integrity ✗ Skipping the weighted base which makes Clarence top-heavy and unstable—add a felt circle and consider balloon weights or weighted beads for balance

Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

Bring this adorable carnivorous companion to life with Clarence the Peckish Plant! This charming amigurumi features a cheeky smile, posable wire-reinforced leaves and vines, and personality-packed details like protective spikes and wispy hair. Standing at 27cm tall, Clarence is crafted with bendable pipe cleaners throughout, allowing you to pose his mouth, leaves, and twirly vines for endless expressions. The pattern includes detailed instructions for creating his cozy plant pot with a reinforced lip, grippy leaves, fangs, and even a stingy purple tongue. Perfect for plant lovers and amigurumi enthusiasts who want a project with character and charm!

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Clarence the Peckish Plant Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (100% Cotton, 50g, 125m/137yds) - 1 ball Lilac Tea Rose (443)
  • 02
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK - 1/2 ball Purple Jam (473)
  • 03
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK - Small amount Pink Blush Pink (454)
  • 04
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK - 2 balls Green Spearmint Green (426)
  • 05
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK - Small amount White Paper White (401)
  • 06
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK - 1 ball Light Brown Soft Fudge (410)
  • 07
    Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK - Small amount Dark Brown Coffee Bean (411)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Pair of 10mm black safety eyes
  • 03
    16 long pipe cleaners or strong wire
  • 04
    Thick felt or foam fabric stabilizer (Pellon Flex-Foam Stabilizer)
  • 05
    Toy stuffing
  • 06
    Tapestry needle
  • 07
    Small amount of PVA glue or starch (optional)
  • 08
    Thick drinking straw or knitting needle (optional)
  • 09
    Scissors
  • 10
    Stitch markers

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— 1. Cozy Plant Pot :

Info :

Make 1 in light brown

Round 1 :

start 7sc in a magic ring [7]

Round 2 :

inc in all 7 sts [14]

Round 3 :

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

Round 4 :

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

Round 5 :

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

Round 6 :

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

Round 7 :

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

Round 8 :

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

Round 9 :

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

Round 10 :

(8sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times, 9sc [69]

Round 11 :

working in BLO, slst in all 69 sts [69]

Round 12 :

working into the same back loops and over the slip stitches, sc in all 69 sts [69] - This creates a more defined, firmer round at the base of the pot

Round 13-17 :

sc in all 69 sts - 5 rounds

Round 18 :

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

Round 19-22 :

sc in all 72 sts - 4 rounds

Round 23 :

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

Round 24-27 :

sc in all 75 sts - 4 rounds

Round 28 :

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

Round 29-32 :

sc in all 78 sts - 4 rounds

Info :

Next round starts the lip of the pot

Round 33 :

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

Round 34-45 :

sc in all 84 sts - 12 rounds

Round 46 :

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

Infos :

To add more structure to the lip of the pot cut a strip of thick felt or foam fabric stabiliser and place into the lip of the pot. The strip should be half the height of the lip when measured from Rnd 33 to Rnd 46, and long enough to go all around the circumference of the top of the pot. Tip: If you don't have thick felt or stabiliser try using some corrugated card instead. Fold over the last 13 rounds down to Rnd 33 to form the lip of the pot

Round 47 :

working in both loops of current round and free back loops from left over from Rnd 33, slst in all 78 sts to close the lip [78]

Info :

Fasten off, weave in the ends. Set the pot aside for now and move on to making the head

— 2. Inner Mouth :

Info :

Make 1 in purple. Ch13, start 2nd ch from hook, work in a round, along both sides of the chain

Round 1 :

3sc in next ch, 10sc, 3sc in last ch, carry on along the other side of the chain, 10sc, skip last ch [26]

Round 2 :

(inc in next 3 st, 10sc) repeat 2 times [32]

Round 3 :

(inc in next st, 1sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (inc in next st, 1sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc [38]

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (2sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc [44]

Round 5 :

(inc in next st, 3sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (inc in next st, 3sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc [50]

Round 6 :

(4sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (4sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc [56]

Round 7 :

(inc in next st, 5sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (inc in next st, 5sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc [62]

Round 8 :

(6sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (6sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc [68]

Round 9 :

(inc in next st, 7sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (inc in next st, 7sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc [74]

Round 10 :

(8sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (8sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times, 10sc [80]

Round 11 :

(inc in next st, 9sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc, (inc in next st, 9sc) repeat 3 times, 10sc [86]

Round 12-13 :

sc in all 86 sts - 2 rounds

Round 14 :

3slst, 33sc, 10slst, 33sc, 7slst [86]

Info :

Fasten off, weave in the end. Note: the slip stitches will sit in the corners of the mouth when joining the pieces

— 3. Top of the Head :

Info :

Make 1 in lilac

Round 1 :

start 6sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

inc in all 6 sts [12]

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [18]

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [24]

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [30]

Round 6 :

(4sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [36]

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [42]

Round 8 :

(6sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [48]

Round 9 :

(7sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [54]

Round 10 :

(8sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [60]

Round 11 :

(9sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [66]

Round 12 :

(10sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [72]

Round 13-18 :

sc in all 72 sts - 6 rounds

Info :

Fasten off, weave in the end

— 4. Bottom of the Head + Joining the pieces :

Info :

Make 1 in lilac

Round 1-12 :

work the same way as Top of the Head

Round 13-15 :

sc in all 72 sts - 3 rounds

Infos :

Next join in the inner mouth to the bottom of the head. Pick up the Inner mouth and place it under the bottom of the head, wrong sides together, lining up the middle of the slip stitched section with the start of next round. Start joining the 2 pieces in middle of the slip stitch section from Rnd 14 of the Inner Mouth, working through both layers

Round 16 :

work 5sc along the head + slip stitches of the mouth, 33sc along head + mouth, 5sc along the head + slip stitches, next pick up the top half of the head so it rests over the remaining half of the inner mouth, work 5sc along the head + slip stitches, 33sc along head + mouth, 5sc along the head + slip stitches [86]

Infos :

Fasten off and weave in the ends. Now the head is joined together add in some safety eyes to the top half. Use the corners of the mouth as guides and add the eyes - count 5 sts away from the corner and 5 rounds up and place the eye there, poke a hole in the fabric with a knitting needle or a pencil first to make this easier

— 5. Lips :

Info :

Join pink yarn to the corner of the mouth

Round 1 :

work in FLO, sc in all 86 sts [86]

Round 2-8 :

sc in all 86 sts - 7 rounds

Info :

Add a ring of wire or pipe cleaners, enclosing it in the tube with the next round. I like to double them up for strength

Round 9 :

working in FLO + remaining free back loop of the mouth - sc in all 86 sts [86]

Infos :

Fasten off and weave in the ends. Add stuffing to the top and bottom half of the head, keeping the roof of the mouth flat. With the top of the head towards you, join lilac to the corner of the remaining free stitches of two halves of the head, and close the gap with a row of single crochet, working the stitches through both layers. Tip: Alternatively sew up with a tail of yarn instead

— 6. Top Fangs :

Info :

Make 2 or more in white

Round 1 :

start 6sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

sc in all 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

(inc in next st, 2sc) repeat 2 times [8]

Round 4 :

sc in all 8 sts [8]

Round 5 :

(inc in next st, 3sc) repeat 2 times [10]

Info :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing

— 7. Bottom Fangs :

Info :

Make 2 or more in white

Round 1 :

start 6sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

sc in all 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

(inc in next st, 2sc) repeat 2 times [8]

Info :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing

Infos :

Sew the fangs to the inside seam of the lips in your preferred spot. On the sample the top fangs are sitting further apart than the bottom ones. Press the corners of the mouth up into a cheeky smile and move on to making the body

— 8. Stem Petals :

Info :

Make 6 in green

Round 1 :

start 6sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2-3 :

sc in all 6 sts - 2 rounds

Round 4 :

(1sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times [9]

Round 5 :

sc in all 9 sts [9]

Round 6 :

(2sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times [12]

Round 7 :

sc in all 12 sts [12]

Round 8 :

(3sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times [15]

Round 9 :

sc in all 15 sts [15]

Round 10 :

(4sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times [18]

Round 11 :

sc in all 18 sts [18]

Round 12 :

(5sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times [21]

Round 13 :

sc in all 21 sts [21]

Round 14 :

(6sc, inc in next st) repeat 3 times [24]

Round 15 :

sc in all 24 sts [24]

Round 16 :

do not stuff, fold the piece flat and work next sts through both layers, 12 sc [12]

Info :

Fasten off the first 5 petals. Do not fasten off the last petal, carry on to join them into the stem, trapping the leftover yarn tails as you work

— 9. Joining the Stem :

Info :

Carry on work from the 6th petal. Join all the petals together to make 1 round, make sure they are all facing right way up when joining, with the wrong side of Rnd 16 down

Round 1 :

(bring next petal to the work, 12sc along the top) repeat 5 times, then work 12sc along the original (6th) petal [72]

Round 2-3 :

sc in all 72 sts - 2 rounds

Round 4 :

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

Round 5-6 :

sc in all 66 sts - 2 rounds

Round 7 :

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

Info :

Next group of rounds create a small bend in the stem. If you want the stem to point straight up instead of forward you can work Rnds 8-26 as single crochet rounds instead

Round 8 :

30slst in back loops only (BLO), 30sc in both loops [60]

Round 9 :

30slst in BLO of the slip stitches, 30sc in both loops [60]

Round 10 :

30sc in free front loops (FLO) from both last 2 rounds, 30sc in both loops [60] - You will be putting the hook under 2 loops like you would when working a regular single crochet stitch, this will minimise the jog when creating the bend

Round 11 :

30slst in BLO from Rnd 9 (behind the current round), 30sc in both loops [60] - These slip stitches will be hidden on the inside

Round 12 :

30slst in BLO of the slsts, 30sc in both loops [60]

Round 13 :

30sc in free stitches from Rnd 10, 30sc [60] - Notice how the stem now tilts forward a little

Round 14-17 :

sc in all 60 sts - 4 rounds

Info :

Now lets add another bend

Round 18 :

2sc, 26slst in BLO, 32sc in both loops [60]

Round 19 :

2sc, 26slst in BLO of the slsts, 32sc in both loops [60]

Round 20 :

2sc, 26sc in free FLO from last 2 rounds, then work in both loops: 2sc, inv dec, 12sc, inv dec, 12sc, inv dec [57]

Round 21 :

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

Round 22-26 :

sc in all 54 sts - 5 rounds

Round 27 :

slst in all 54 sts [54]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in the ends

— 10. Soil :

Info :

Join dark brown to any slip stitch from Rnd 27 of the stem

Round 1 :

sc in all 54 sts [54]

Round 2 :

(8sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [60]

Round 3 :

(9sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times [66]

Round 4 :

(5sc, inc in next st, 5sc) repeat 6 times [72]

Round 5 :

(inc in next st, 11sc) repeat 6 times [78]

Infos :

Next round joins the soil to the pot. Fold back the brim of the pot so that the slip stitch round is easy to get to. Work the next round through both loops of the soil and Rnd 47 (the slip stitch round) of the pot, pulling the yarn from below the pots slip stitches

Round 6 :

slst in all 78 sts [78]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in the ends

— 11. Twirly Vines :

Info :

Make 3 in green

Round 1 :

start 5sc in a magic ring [5]

Round 2-6 :

sc in all 5 sts - 5 rounds

Round 7 :

inc in next st,4sc [6]

Round 8-12 :

sc in all 6 sts - 5 rounds

Round 13 :

inc in next st, 5sc [7]

Round 14-18 :

sc in all 7 sts - 5 rounds

Round 19 :

inc in next st, 6sc [8]

Round 20-24 :

sc in all 8 sts - 5 rounds

Round 25 :

inc in next st, 7sc [9]

Round 26-30 :

sc in all 9 sts - 5 rounds

Round 31 :

inc in next st, 8sc [10]

Round 32-36 :

sc in all 10 sts - 5 rounds

Round 37 :

inc in next st, 9sc [11]

Round 38-42 :

sc in all 11 sts - 5 rounds

Round 43 :

inc in next st, 10sc [12]

Round 44-55 :

sc in all 12 sts - 12 rounds

Info :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing

— 12. Grippy Leaves :

Info :

Make 2 in green

Round 1 :

start 6sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

sc in all 6 sts [6]

Round 3 :

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

Round 4 :

sc in all 10 sts [10]

Round 5 :

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

Round 6 :

sc in all 14 sts [14]

Round 7 :

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

Round 8 :

sc in all 18 sts [18]

Round 9 :

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

Round 10 :

sc in all 22 sts [22]

Round 11 :

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

Round 12 :

sc in all 26 sts [26]

Round 13 :

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

Round 14 :

sc in all 30 sts [30]

Round 15 :

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

Round 16 :

sc in all 34 sts [34]

Round 17 :

(8sc, inc in next st, 8sc) repeat 2 times [36]

Round 18-20 :

sc in all 36 sts - 3 rounds

Round 21 :

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

Round 22 :

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

Round 23 :

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

Round 24 :

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

Round 25 :

sc in all 12 sts [12]

Round 26 :

inv dec, 10sc [11]

Round 27 :

inv dec, 9sc [10]

Round 28-32 :

sc in all 10 sts - 5 rounds

Round 33 :

inc in next st, 9sc [11]

Round 34-38 :

sc in all 11 sts - 5 rounds

Round 39 :

inc in next st, 10sc [12]

Round 40 :

sc in all 12 sts [12]

Infos :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing. Press leaves flat. Add wire or pipe cleaners to the leaves and vines, doubling them up for strength

— 13. Protective Spikes :

Info :

Make as many as you fancy in purple yarn. Ch4, start 2nd ch from hook

Row 1 :

1slst, 1sc, 1hdc [3]

Info :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing

— 14. Wispy Hair :

Info :

Make as many as you fancy in purple yarn

Row 1 :

Ch25 [25]

Infos :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing. Wrap the wispy hair around a thick straw or a knitting needle, cover in PVA glue or starch and leave to dry overnight. When completely dry take the hair off the straw and trim one of the tail ends

— 15. Stingy Tongue :

Info :

Make 1 in purple yarn. Ch26, start 2nd ch from hook, for neater edges work in third loop/back hump of the chains

Row 1 :

1slst in next ch, 2sc, 2hdc, ch6, start 2nd ch from hook, slst in next ch, 2sc, 2hdc, now carry on along the main chain, 21dc [21+forked tip]

Info :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing. Now all the elements are made it's time to put Clarence together

Assembly Instructions

  • Cut a circle of felt, foam or card to fit the base of the pot, place into the pot and add plenty of toy stuffing for stability
  • Sew the Grippy Leaves to the sides of the body either side of the bend, pushing the ends of pipe cleaners into the body before securing
  • Secure the Twirly Vines to the soil behind the body, pushing pipe cleaner ends into soil and spreading vines evenly around the back
  • Twist together leftover parts of pipe cleaners inside the pot, sew down each vine then curl up the ends for character
  • Add stuffing to the body leaving some space on top for the head, then place head into neck opening choosing your preferred direction
  • With lilac yarn sew the head into neck by first going through each stitch of back seam and 3 back petals, then around lower half where chin sits
  • Turn up corners of mouth into cheeky smile, sew Protective Spikes randomly over body, and sew tongue to inside of mouth letting it flop to side
  • Sew Wispy Hair to top of head between spots arranging as desired, catch back petals with green yarn securing to head so they stand up
  • Embroider purple spots on top of head and purple veins onto leaves going through both fabric layers for a finished look

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to track your rounds especially during complex joining sections and when creating the stem bends
  • 💡Double up pipe cleaners and wire for maximum strength and better poseability in leaves, vines, and lips
  • 💡Keep the roof of the mouth flat when stuffing the head to allow proper mouth opening and expression changes
  • 💡Add reinforcement to pot lip using thick felt, foam stabilizer, or corrugated card to prevent collapse and maintain structure
  • 💡Consider adding balloon weight or weighted beads to base for extra stability as Clarence can be top-heavy
  • 💡Pin all parts in place before final sewing to ensure correct positioning and desired facial direction
  • 💡Insert pipe cleaners into leaves and vines during construction as indicated, not after completion for best results

This delightfully mischievous Clarence the Peckish Plant pattern brings together creative construction techniques with playful personality! The combination of wire-reinforced posable elements, a sturdy reinforced pot, and character-driven details like fangs, spikes, and wispy hair creates an interactive amigurumi friend who's ready to strike a pose. With bendable vines, expressive lips, and that cheeky smile, every Clarence you create will have their own unique personality. Perfect for plant lovers and anyone who wants an amigurumi with serious character! 🪴🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I make Clarence without using pipe cleaners and wire?

Yes, you can make Clarence without wire, but he won't be posable. The vines and leaves will be floppy, and the lips won't hold expressions. If you skip the wire, consider stuffing the vines and leaves lightly for some structure, though they won't maintain custom poses.

What can I substitute for the foam fabric stabilizer in the pot lip?

The pattern suggests thick felt or corrugated cardboard as alternatives to Pellon Flex-Foam Stabilizer. Any stiff material that can be curved into a ring shape will work - even multiple layers of regular felt glued together would provide the needed support.

How do I prevent Clarence from tipping over?

The pattern recommends adding a felt or card circle to the pot base before stuffing. For extra stability, insert a balloon weight or weighted plastic beads at the bottom. The vines sewn to the back also help counterbalance the head's weight when properly secured.

Can I adjust the stem bends or make them straighter?

Absolutely! The pattern specifically mentions that if you want the stem to point straight up instead of forward, you can work Rounds 8-26 as regular single crochet rounds instead of the alternating BLO and FLO technique that creates the bends.

What size will Clarence be if I use different yarn weight?

The pattern notes that using different yarn weights and hook sizes will produce bigger or smaller plants. The sample made with DK weight cotton and 3mm hook measures 27cm/10.5 inches tall. Using bulky yarn would make him significantly larger, while sport weight would create a smaller version.

How many fangs should I make?

The pattern says to make 2 or more of each fang type. The sample shows 2 top fangs placed further apart and 2 bottom fangs closer together, but you can customize this - add more for a fiercer look or keep it minimal for a friendlier expression.