Bring a touch of the desert to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Desert Cactus Cluster pattern! Whether you’re crafting for nature-inspired decor, whimsical displays, or simply love succulents, this free pattern lets you stitch up a charming cluster of cacti in various shapes and sizes. With their textured bodies, delicate flowers, and sturdy base, these amigurumi cacti capture the beauty of arid landscapes without the need for watering! Perfect for adding a pop of greenery to desks, shelves, or cozy corners, this crochet creation brings warmth and personality to any space.
Designed for creativity and customization, this pattern allows you to mix different shades of green, add embroidered details, or even craft tiny pots for each cactus to create a unique arrangement. Incorporate playful flowers for a splash of color, experiment with different textures to mimic real cactus spines, or make an entire desert garden with a variety of sizes! Whether displayed as a decorative accent, gifted to a fellow plant lover, or simply crafted for the joy of it, this amigurumi desert cactus cluster is a fun and low-maintenance way to enjoy nature—one stitch at a time! 🌵🧶✨
🌵 Amigurumi Desert Cactus Cluster – FREE Crochet Pattern
Bring a burst of desert charm indoors with this colorful and playful cactus cluster! Featuring a variety of cactus styles—columnar, spherical, and branching—with pink blossoms and embroidered spines, this project is perfect for plant lovers and crochet crafters alike. Best of all? No watering required!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves working in the round, sewing parts, embroidery, and shaping different cactus styles.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–9 inches (18–23 cm) tall as a full arrangement using DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK or worsted weight yarn in:
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Dark green (main cactus bodies)
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Pink (blossoms)
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White (embroidery/thread for spines)
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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Polyester stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Hot glue (optional, for pot assembly)
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Faux pebbles or brown felt for soil
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Terra-cotta pot (for display)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🌿 Pattern: Ribbed Columnar Cactus
Make 1 tall ribbed cactus.
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–30. sc around (18)
Stuff as you go.
FO, leave long tail. Embroider vertical white lines every 3–4 stitches from top to bottom.
🌿 Pattern: Round Barrel Cactus
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–9. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
Stuff and FO.
Embroider crossing “X” or star shapes with white yarn to mimic cactus spines.
🌿 Pattern: Prickly Pear Cactus Arms (Make 3–4)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–8. sc around (12)
Stuff and FO.
Make several and sew together in branching positions. Use different lengths (vary rows 3–10).
🌸 Pattern: Small Blossoms (Pink – Make 10+)
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MR, 5 sc
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(ch 2, sl st in next st) x5
FO and sew to cactus tops.
🪴 Assembly
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Fill the pot with faux pebbles, foam, or fabric-covered cardboard.
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Arrange cacti by height – taller ones in the center or back.
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Sew or glue base of each cactus to the pot filler.
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Add pink blossoms and embroidery spines as final detail.
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Optional: Stitch moss or mini rocks between for realism.
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use blush yarn or tiny pompoms for different flower styles
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Make mini cacti for magnets or keychains
This desert cactus cluster is the perfect no-maintenance houseplant with maximum personality. Fun, funky, and full of prickly love! 🧶🌵🌸
