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Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Nemo the Clown Fish 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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Charming Critter

Delightful animal designs with sweet details that capture the essence of your favorite underwater friends.

About This Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern

This enchanting Nemo pattern captures every detail of everyone's favorite clown fish from Disney's Finding Nemo. The pattern features the classic orange body with distinctive black and white stripes, adorable side fins, and that unmistakable cheerful smile. Working in continuous spirals with color changes, you'll create each fin separately before assembling your underwater friend. The finished piece measures between 20-24cm, making it perfect for cuddling or display.

Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Using Himalaya Velvet yarn in vibrant orange, crisp white, and bold black, this pattern includes detailed assembly instructions with helpful photos for each step. The crossed stitch technique gives Nemo his plush, textured appearance that's irresistibly soft to touch.

Why You'll Love This Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern brings one of Disney's most beloved characters to life in such incredible detail! The way the color changes create those perfect stripes is so satisfying, and watching Nemo take shape as you work through each fin is pure magic. What I find most rewarding is seeing that sweet embroidered smile come together at the end - it truly captures Nemo's optimistic spirit and makes every stitch worth it!

Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations for this classic clown fish design! While the traditional orange, white, and black creates the perfect Nemo, I've discovered that using coral pink with cream and navy blue makes a stunning sunset variation that's absolutely gorgeous. For a more whimsical approach, I sometimes work with rainbow stripes using bright primary colors - red, yellow, and blue - which creates a playful carnival fish that children absolutely adore.

Another fun modification I enjoy is adjusting the fin sizes to create different personalities. Making the side fins slightly larger gives your fish a more elegant, flowing appearance, while smaller fins create a compact, adorable look. I've also tried adding small embroidered details like tiny bubbles around the fish or even a small coral piece attached to the base for display purposes.

The velvet yarn suggestion is wonderful, but I've had great success using cotton yarn for a more structured look or even sparkly metallic threads worked into the stripes for a magical underwater effect. The beauty of this pattern lies in its versatility - you can truly make it your own while maintaining that beloved clown fish charm!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to use stitch markers during continuous spiral rounds can lead to uneven shaping ✗ Stuffing too tightly causes distortion of the characteristic clown fish shape and stripe pattern ✗ Not maintaining proper tension during color changes results in loose stitches and gaps ✗ Rushing through fin assembly without proper positioning creates an unbalanced final appearance

Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Dive into the magical underwater world with this adorable Nemo the Clown Fish amigurumi pattern! This detailed guide will help you create your very own Finding Nemo character with his iconic orange and white stripes. Perfect for Disney fans and ocean lovers alike, this cuddly clown fish measures 20-24cm when completed and features safety eyes and an embroidered smile that brings Nemo's cheerful personality to life. With clear step-by-step instructions and helpful photos, you'll be swimming through this project with confidence!

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Nemo the Clown Fish Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Himalaya Velvet Yarn in Orange 90016
  • 02
    Himalaya Velvet Yarn in White 90001
  • 03
    Himalaya Velvet Yarn in Black 90011

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4mm
  • 02
    Safety eyes 16mm
  • 03
    Small amount of black amigurumi thread
  • 04
    Tapestry needle
  • 05
    Filling/stuffing
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Stitch markers

Progress Tracker

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— Body :

Start with orange

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc)* 6 (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc)* 6 (18)

Round 4 :

sc, inc, (2 sc, inc)* 5, sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc)* 6 (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)* 5, 2 sc (36)

Round 7 :

sc, inc, (3 sc, inc)* 8, 2 sc (45)

Round 8 :

45 sc (B) (45)

Round 9-10 :

45 sc (W) 2 rows (45)

Round 11 :

45 sc (B) (45)

Round 12-13 :

45 sc (O) 2 rows (45)

Round 14 :

45 sc (B) (45)

Round 15-17 :

45 sc (W) 3 rows (45)

Round 18 :

45 sc (B) (45)

Round 19-20 :

45 sc (O) 2 rows (45)

Round 21 :

sc, dec, (3 sc, dec)* 8, 2 sc (O) (36)

Round 22 :

2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec)* 5, 2 sc (B) (30)

Round 23 :

(3 sc, dec)* 6 (W) (24)

Round 24 :

(2 sc, dec)* 6 (B) (18)

Round 25 :

(sc, dec)* 6 (O) (12)

Round 26 :

(dec)* 6 (O) (6)

Info :

1 Slst to next empty stitch, pull 1 chain F.O. Stuff. Cut the yarn short and hide

Info :

Safety eyes will be attached between the 5th and 6th row

— Side Fin (x2) :

Start with orange thread

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc)* 6 (12)

Round 3 :

(3 sc, inc)* 3 (15)

Round 4 :

(4 sc, inc)* 3 (18)

Round 5 :

(5 sc, inc)* 3 (21)

Round 6 :

(6 sc, inc)* 3 (24)

Info :

Leave the orange thread long for sewing and cut

With black thread :

Take opposite stitches and crochet 12 sc as you can see in the pics. 1 Slst to next empty stitch, pull 1 chain F.O. Cut the yarn short and hide

— Upper Fin (x2) :

With orange thread

Pull 4 chains. Start to crochet in second chain. All rows will be HDC.

Round 1 :

3 HDC, turn and Ch1 (3)

Round 2 :

2 HDC, inc HDC, turn and Ch1 (4)

Round 3 :

4 HDC, turn and Ch1 (4)

Round 4 :

4 HDC, turn and Ch1 (4)

Round 5 :

Dec HDC, 2 HDC, turn and Ch1 (3)

Round 6 :

HDC, Dec HDC (2)

Info :

1 Slst to next empty stitch. Leave the thread long for sew

Info :

Place the second piece you knit on top of the first piece. As mentioned in the figure, the edges will be crocheted 1 row: 9 sc with orange thread, 11 sc with black thread

— Tail :

With orange thread

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc)* 6 (12)

Round 3 :

(3 sc, inc)* 3 (15)

Round 4 :

(4 sc, inc)* 3 (18)

Round 5 :

(5 sc, inc)* 3 (21)

Round 6 :

(6 sc, inc)* 3 (24)

Round 7 :

(7 sc, inc)* 3 (27)

Round 8 :

(8 sc, inc)* 3 (30)

Info :

Leave the orange thread long for sewing and cut

With black thread :

Take opposite stitches and crochet 15 sc as you can see in the pics

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach safety eyes between the 5th and 6th rounds of the body
  • Sew the tail to the last 2 rows of the body using the long orange thread
  • Attach the side fins between the 12th and 15th rows of the body on each side
  • Sew the upper fin between the 11th and 20th rows on the top of the body
  • Embroider the smiling face using black amigurumi thread
  • Stuff the body firmly but not too tightly before closing
  • Weave in all yarn ends and trim excess threads

Important Notes

  • 💡All rounds are worked in a continuous spiral - use stitch markers to track your progress
  • 💡Use the crossed stitch technique for the best texture and appearance
  • 💡Maintain proper tension during color changes to avoid gaps between stripes
  • 💡Stuff gradually as you work to maintain the proper clown fish shape
  • 💡Position fins carefully before sewing to ensure Nemo looks balanced and proportional

This delightful Nemo the Clown Fish pattern brings Disney magic straight to your crochet hook! With his signature orange and black stripes, adorable fins, and that unmistakable cheerful smile, this underwater friend is sure to bring joy to any Finding Nemo fan. The combination of velvet yarn and careful construction creates a wonderfully huggable companion that captures all of Nemo's charm and personality. Get ready to dive into an ocean of creativity! 🐠✨

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FAQs

What size will my finished Nemo be?

Using the specified yarn and hook size, your completed Nemo will measure between 20-24cm (approximately 8-9.5 inches) from nose to tail fin.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

While the pattern is designed for Himalaya Velvet yarn, you can substitute with other worsted weight yarns. Just note that your finished size may vary slightly.

How do I achieve clean color changes for the stripes?

Change colors on the last yarn over of the final stitch in the old color, then continue with the new color to create crisp, clean stripe lines.

Is this pattern suitable for beginners?

This is an intermediate pattern requiring knowledge of color changes, continuous spiral work, and basic assembly techniques. Beginners should practice basic amigurumi first.

What's the best way to attach the safety eyes?

Install the safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6 before stuffing the head, ensuring they're positioned symmetrically and securely fastened.