Succulents are taking the crochet world by storm. There are so many amazing crochet cacti out there – it seems like more and more pop up every day. The iconic cactus can be seen in just about every type of pattern out there – from accessories, to crochet for the home (things like a wall hanging), to decor.
Since cacti are shaped fairly simply, and easy to identify, it’s no wonder that the vast majority of free crochet cactus patterns we have curated for you today are easy peasy. That’s great news for beginner crocheters and anyone looking for a nice and relaxing weekend project. Most of the projects we are featuring today use just basic crochet stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet.
Another common stitch theme you will see in our free crochet cactus patterns is texture. The signature bumps and spines of cactus plants are recreated in crochet form with bobble stitches, post stitches, and more. I love the dimension that texture adds to any project and the way the surface of the work feels when you run your hand across it.
I know some people think of the cactus theme as a summer thing, but truthfully, a cactus plant can be enjoyed all year round. We even have a few very special free crochet cactus patterns for you today that have a Christmas theme! Scroll down and prepare to be inspired.
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25 Fun and Free Crochet Cactus Patterns
Desert Cactus C2C Throw
Add a touch of sunshine to a drap day with this delightful desert cactus throw from Nana’s Crafty Home. The corner to corner method is my favorite technique for creating images with crochet stitches – one tile at a time. This would be a good C2C pattern for beginners because it’s not complicated and there are only 6 colors.
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free pattern!
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Cactus Coasters
These cute cactus coasters are sure to turn some heads at your next get together. You are going to love how easy they are to make using just single crochet stitches and the tapestry crochet technique. Use a cotton yarn for durability and don’t forget the fringe for that extra dash of boho charm.
Designer: Cactus and Lace Designs
Yarn: Lion Brand Re-Up (Worsted Weight Yarn #4)
Click here for the free crochet cactus pattern!
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Prickly Crochet Cactus Pillow
Choose between 12”, 16”, 18” and 20” square pillow sizes for a pillow that’s the perfect size for you. You can make this colorful cactus pillow using half double crochet and bobble stitches. The bobble stitch is bursting with texture and it’s just too perfect for a prickly crocheted cactus design. My favorite part about this pattern is the multicolor background.
Designer: Cactus and Lace Designs
Yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free pattern!
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Cactus Graph
C2C is proving to be a popular choice for free crochet cactus patterns. Maybe it’s because it’s so easy to make that classic cactus shape using the C2C squares. This graph gives you a 9.5” square, so it’s a great size for a washcloth. You could also double up on the pattern and sew two squares back to back and use it as a hot pad.
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn: Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Ice Cream Cone
The next one of our free crochet cactus patterns is pure fun. Single crochet and half double crochet along with camel stitch (half double crochet in the 3rd loop) join forces to create this whimsical cactus ice cream cone. I think that kids would really get a kick out of this project and it would make a really funny gag gift.
Designer: Crochet for You
Yarn: (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free pattern!
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Cuddly Cactus Plushie
Super bulky blanket yarn makes our next cactus design extra squishy and soft. You can make this fun and brightly colored design using just single crochet and double crochet and working in the round. He would make a great gift for a birthday or a “just because” gift to lift someone’s spirits and brighten their day!
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn: Bernat Blanket Brights (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Plaid Cactus
I swear, this plaid cactus has more fashion sense than me! Bright green and light green are great complements and I especially love the pretty purple flowers. You might think that this make is difficult, but it’s actually pretty easy to make using single crochet stitches and the tapestry crochet technique.
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn: Caron One Pound (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Bag
Show off your cactus love with this cute wristlet bag. It’s the perfect size for your phone or your wallet. This basic design is just begging to be customized. Use it as a blank canvas for embroidery, applique, iron-on patches, or buttons! The bag is made in two pieces using single and half double crochet stitches worked in rows.
Designer: Adele Daisy Crochet
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Pot Holders
I have been seeing more and more cactus items for the kitchen lately and these cute cactus pot holders fit right in! If your kitchen has a southwest theme or a botanical vibe, then you’ve got to make these adorable pot holders! Post stitches make these pot holders extra thick and squishy while also delivering a ton of texture.
Designer: Moogly
Yarn: Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Mini Cactus Keychain
The next one of our free crochet cactus patterns may be lacking in size, but it more than makes up for it in charm. These keychains are fun and fast to make with single, half double and double crochet stitches along with bobble stitches. I think that these would work well as party or wedding favors. Or you could even use them as ornaments!
Designer: Claire’s Made It for A Crafty Concept
Yarn: Bernat Softee Baby Solids & Marls (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Beanie
Beanie season is right around the corner, but you can breathe some summer life into cold days with these bright and cheery cactus hats! The design is worked in rows and then gathered at the top. An attractive pom pom hides the gather and resembles a cactus blossom. The crochet cactus pattern calls for half double crochet stitches in the back loops and 3rd loops.
Designer: Raffamusa Designs
Yarn: Stylecraft Special Double Knit (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Pillow
Have you tried to cross stitch on crochet before? You can learn how easy it is to mesh these two crafts with a striped cactus pillow design from Stitching Together. The base of the pillow is made with single crochet stitches and then the cactus design is embroidered on top. I especially like the coordinating pom pom and trim.
Designer: Stitching Together
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Yarn Ball Cactus
How cute is this yarn ball cactus?! This unique design would look right at home on your crochet workstation. You could use it as a pincushion or just admire its smiling face. Just don’t use it as a cat toy unless you want your cat to view your yarn stash as their personal toy box! The pattern is made like amigurumi – with all single crochet stitches and working in the round.
Designer: Osage County Crochet
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Corner to Corner Cactus Blanket
Here is another one of our free crochet cactus patterns that makes excellent use of the C2C technique. This basic cactus design is beginner-friendly, and quick to make too thanks to the smaller size. The pattern will also show you how to add the border with one round of stitches that mimic the C2C tiles and one row of crab stitches.
Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn: Bernat Baby Blanket (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Coaster Quartet
There are so many different varieties of crocheted cacti that it’s hard to keep track of them all! This fantastic coaster quartet features 4 different kinds – can you name them? Don’t worry, making them will be easier than naming them since they are made entirely with single crochet stitches. The design uses tapestry crochet colorwork.
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Banner
If you don’t have time to make an entire cactus blanket out of C2C, try this cactus wall hanging instead. This design of a cactus in a terracotta pot would make an excellent flag for the garden or the patio. Plus, you will learn how to make C2C into a point, instead of just a rectangle or a square. Click the pattern link and scroll down for the english version.
Designer: Not 2 Late To Craft
Yarn: Hilaturas LM Cotton Nature 3,5 (Fingering Weight #1)
Click here for the free crochet cactus pattern!
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Cactus Scrubby
Here’s another one of our free crochet cactus patterns that will brighten up your kitchen and add a pop of color. Using scrubby yarn and basic stitches you can make the cutest little cactus kitchen scrubbies. The pattern is worked in the round to form a tube shape. A terracotta pot pulls the look together and gives the scrubby a place to dry.
Designer: Whistle & Ivy
Yarn: Red Heart Scrubby Cotton Solids (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Tote
You can never have too many tote bags! I love to use tote bags for carrying groceries or books. They also make good weekend and day trip bags. You will be reaching for this bag every chance you get to take advantage of the bright colors and bold shapes in this tote bag. The pattern calls for single crochet stitches and the tapestry crochet technique.
Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Saint Prickolaus Cactus Cuddler
Free crochet cactus patterns aren’t just for the warmer months. This festive cactus design would make a fabulous christmas present. Saint Prickolaus is the perfect size for snuggling and he is extra soft and squishy thanks to the super bulky weight yarn. Even beginner crocheters can make this snuggle buddy using single crochet stitches in the round.
Designer: The Loopy Lamb
Yarn: Bernat Blanket Yarn (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Garland
Do you like to crochet garlands? I think they are just so fun and they always attract compliments. This cactus and rose garland would look great in any room of your house, or you could use it as a special decoration for an event. You can make them using just single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Christmas Cactus Decoration
Crochet is honestly the best craft that you can hone if you love to hang unique decorations from your Christmas tree. There are so many great patterns out there, like this colorful cactus ornament. This design uses single crochet stitches worked in rows. You’ll make the front and the back and then sew them together. Pull the look together with mini pom poms.
Designer: Zoe Creates
Yarn: Knit Craft by Hobbycraft Hey Baby (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Cat Amigurumi
Calling all visual learners! Watch this quick youtube video to learn how to make this adorable cactus cat amigurumi. This design combines two of my favorite things – cacti and cats! I like the fact that this pattern is so basic, because it leaves lots of room for creativity. That way you can make your cactus cat just as unique as you are!
Designer: Delilah Crochet
Yarn: Rico Design Ricorumi DK (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Cactus Coasters
I need to make these cactus coasters! What a great idea to turn a basic crochet circle into an adorable cactus with just a few flecks of white yarn and a tiny pink flower. My favorite part of this free crochet pattern has to be the holder for the coasters that looks like a plant pot – so cute! This design uses single and half double crochet stitches.
Designer: Sewrella
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Crafty Cactus Pillow
How many cactus pillows is too many? The answer is never enough! I think it would be really cool to have a whole collection. The Crafty Cactus Pillow uses single crochet and bobble stitches. I love the curved limbs of the cactus and the fantastic texture that the bobble stitches add to the surface.
Designer: A Crafty Concept
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn! (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Desktop Succulent
People say that succulents are harder to kill than other houseplants, but somehow I still manage to murder all of mine. Luckily, this desktop succulent will never wilt or fade, and you don’t have to remember to water it regularly. You can make a cactus of your very own using all single crochet stitches kind of like how you crochet amigurumi.
Designer: Yarn + Chai
Yarn: Yarn Bee Rustic Romantic (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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How to Crochet a Cactus
Don't worry if you don't have a green thumb - you can keep these succulent amigurumi alive!
Materials
- Green yarn of choice
- Simple pattern of choice
Tools
- Crochet hook appropriate for yarn, usually a size or two smaller than recommended on the yarn label
- Small amount of fiberfill, yarn needle (also called a tapestry needle) and scissors
Instructions
- Most crochet cactus patterns begin with a magic ring (also called a magic circle) and are worked as amigurumi with green yarn.
- Some are worked in continuous rounds and other cactus crochet patterns are sewn together.
- Choose any of the great crochet patterns above to create a wonderful crochet cactus, or use the easy video tutorial below for a prickly pear cactus.
Notes
Crochet succulents can be any species of cactus: prickly pear cactus, barrel cactus, saguaro cactus, etc and you can even crochet a cute little pot for them or put them in a clay pot.
The best thing about crocheting your own amigurumi cacti is that you can use different colors and different shapes to really make it your own.
You can make a very cute crochet cactus with just a basic pattern.
Final Thoughts on Crochet Cactus Patterns
I hope you’ve enjoyed these amazing crochet cactus patterns. There are so many different succulents to crochet that you could make one of each type of cactus and have a whole garden!
What a fun round-up! I am totally on board with the cactus trend, and I hope you are too. Tell me, which of these adorable crochet cacti caught your eye today? Have you tried any other crocheted succulents patterns that you’d like to share? We’d love to hear about another great succulent pattern.
I look forward to seeing you all again next week for another free crochet pattern round-up. I hope that you all have as much fun reading these posts as I do writing them! Do make sure and click follow so you can get notified when the next post is live.
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
