Welcome to the whimsical and drought-resistant world of desert amigurumi! 🌵💚 Today, I’m delighted to share my FREE crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Cactus Keychain—a prickly-perfect pocket-sized companion that brings the charm of the southwest to your everyday carry. Whether you’re crafting a gift for a plant-loving friend, adding a pop of green to your keys, or simply want a low-maintenance “plant” that never needs watering, this design features a plump little cactus with adorable textured ridges, optional cheerful blooms, and a sturdy keyring loop for practicality with personality.
This design blends simplicity and desert charm, with step-by-step instructions for the cactus’s rotund shape, subtle rib detailing, and customizable flower accents. Choose vibrant emerald greens for a classic look, or experiment with pastel pinks and blues for a fantasy twist! The quick stitching time makes it perfect for using up yarn scraps. 🌸 So grab your hooks, pick your sunniest colors, and let’s crochet a cactus so cute, you’ll forget all about its prickly reputation. “The only thing sharp about this plant is its style!” 🧶✨
🌵 Amigurumi Cactus Keychain Crochet Pattern
This adorable cactus in a patterned pot is the perfect mini companion to hang on your keys, bag, or gift to a plant lover! With smiling eyes, arms raised in cheer, and tiny puff-stitch flowers, this pattern is fun, fast, and super cute.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Basic amigurumi construction with optional colorwork and puff stitches.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 3.5–4″ (9–10 cm) tall including pot and flowers, using DK weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK Weight):
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Green (cactus body and arms)
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Pink (flowers)
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Beige/Gray (pot base)
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Brown, navy, and burnt orange (pot design/overlay)
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Hook size: 2.5 mm
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Stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Safety eyes (6–8 mm)
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Embroidery thread (black for mouth, optional blush)
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Metal keychain ring + loop
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in next st)
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dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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puff – Puff stitch (see 🌸 section below)
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🪴 Pot (Start at base)
With Beige:
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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)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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BLO, sc around (30) – creates base edge
7–10. sc around (30)
Optional: Color change every round for a tapestry-style pot pattern -
sc around, slip stitch and FO
Stuff base and set aside.
🌵 Cactus Body
With Green:
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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)
5–11. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and weave to close
Attach safety eyes between Rnds 6–7, 4–5 sts apart
Embroider a smile with black thread below the eyes
Stuff firmly. Sew to inside of pot.
🌿 Arms (Make 2)
With Green:
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MR, 5 sc
2–4. sc around -
(1 sc, inc) x2, sc (7)
6–8. sc around (7)
FO, lightly stuff and sew one arm to each side of the cactus body.
🌸 Flowers (Make 3)
With Pink:
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MR, puff, sl st, repeat 5 times in ring
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Puff stitch: (yarn over, insert, pull up loop) x4, yo, pull through all loops
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Pull tight and FO
Stitch one flower to the top and two to the side of the head.
🔗 Keychain Attachment
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Cut a 10–12″ piece of strong yarn
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Thread through the top center of the cactus head
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Tie securely to a keyring loop
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Weave ends inside the body
This happy little cactus will brighten your keys and your day! It’s quick, giftable, and full of charm. 🌵🧶💕
