Amigurumi Cactus Family With Faces – FREE Crochet Pattern

Creating an amigurumi cactus family with faces is such a delightful adventure! 🌵 Each little cactus character brings its own personality to the table, making the crafting process both imaginative and rewarding. I find joy in selecting vibrant yarn colors, whether it’s a classic green or something quirky and unexpected. The process of crocheting these tiny wonders is soothing, almost like a gentle meditation with a creative twist. As I work through each stitch, I can almost see their little faces coming to life, ready to brighten up any room with their charm and whimsy. 😊

The best part of making an amigurumi cactus family is that it’s perfect for all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a curious beginner, there’s something magical about watching a simple ball of yarn transform into a tiny, smiling succulent. I love how the pattern allows for creativity, encouraging me to play around with different facial expressions and accessories. Adding cute little eyes and a smile is like bringing a small world of happiness to life. Plus, there’s no need to worry about watering these adorable cacti! They make for the perfect handmade gift or a quirky addition to any cozy corner. 🌼

🌵 Cactus Family Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Create a whole family of smiling cacti in blue pots, each with a friendly face and a pink flower crown. This is a perfect beginner-to-intermediate level project.

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🧶 Materials Needed

• Worsted weight cotton yarn:

  • Green (body & arms)

  • Pink (flower)

  • Beige/light peach (face)

  • Blue (pot)

  • Black (embroidered smile)

• Safety eyes (8–12 mm depending on size)

• 3.0 mm crochet hook

• Yarn needle

• Stuffing

• Stitch marker

• Scissors

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📏 Finished Sizes (with 3.0 mm hook)

• Large Cactus: ~26 cm (10.2″)

• Medium Cactus: ~20 cm (7.8″)

• Small Cactus: ~14 cm (5.5″)

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🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – Magic Ring

• sc – Single Crochet

• inc – Increase

• dec – Decrease

• sl st – Slip Stitch

• ch – Chain

• FLO – Front Loop Only

• BLO – Back Loop Only

• FO – Fasten Off

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🪴 Pot (Make 1 per cactus – Blue)

1. MR, 6 sc

2. inc x6 → 12

3. (sc, inc) x6 → 18

4. (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24

5. (3 sc, inc) x6 → 30

6. (4 sc, inc) x6 → 36

7. (5 sc, inc) x6 → 42
   (Small: stop here)
   8–12. sc around in BLO
   (Medium: add 1 more round, Large: add 2 more rounds)
   FO and weave in end.

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🌵 Cactus Body (Green)

1. MR, 6 sc

2. inc x6 → 12

3. (sc, inc) x6 → 18

4. (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24

5. (3 sc, inc) x6 → 30

6. (4 sc, inc) x6 → 36

7. (5 sc, inc) x6 → 42
   (Small: stop increases at 30, Medium: stop at 36)
   8–35. sc around
   (Small: ~22 rounds, Medium: ~28 rounds)
   Stuff firmly.

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😊 Face Patch (Beige)

1. ch 9

2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across → 8
   3–7. sc across → 8
   FO, leave long tail and sew onto body.
   Attach safety eyes on either side of face and embroider smile underneath.

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🌿 Arms (Make 2 per cactus)

1. MR, 6 sc

2. inc x6 → 12
   3–10. sc around
   (Small: 7 rounds)
   Stuff lightly and sew to body on each side with arms pointing up like a hug.

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🌸 Flower Topper (Pink Puff Flower)

1. MR

2. (YO, insert hook, pull up loop) x4, YO and pull through all loops – puff stitch

3. sl st, repeat puff stitch 5 times total
   Pull tight and FO with long tail
   Sew to top of head

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🧩 Assembly

• Insert cactus body into pot and stitch in place

• Add face patch, eyes, and mouth

• Attach arms

• Stitch flower on top

• Repeat for each size cactus

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💡 Tip:

You can make the whole family from the same base pattern by adjusting the number of rounds or stitches per round. Mix & match pot sizes, arm placements, and face expressions for variety!