Crochet Cactus Trio in Terracotta Pots Free Amigurumi Pattern

These little crocheted cacti sit happily in their terracotta pots, adding a touch of everlasting green to any desk, shelf, or windowsill without ever needing a drop of water. Featuring three distinct shapes and sweet pink flowers, this project makes a wonderful gift for plant lovers and a fantastic stash-buster.

Crochet Cactus Trio in Terracotta Pots Free Amigurumi Pattern

What Makes This Crochet Cactus Trio Special

Each cactus features a ribbed texture achieved by working in the back loops only (BLO), creating the natural ridged look of real succulents. The pots are crocheted directly in a classic terracotta shade with a neat folded rim, giving them a sturdy base so they stand upright on any flat surface. Delicate little pink flowers with cream centers sit perched on top of each cactus for a charming finishing touch.

Skill Level

• Basic crochet stitches (chain, slip stitch, single crochet)
• Working in continuous spiral rounds
• Increasing and decreasing
• Working in the back loop only (BLO) for texture
• Simple sewing and embroidery

You do not need to be an amigurumi expert to make this trio; as long as you can work in the round and keep a consistent tension, you will master this pattern in no time.

Finished Measurements

• Tall Cactus in Pot: 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) wide at pot base, 5.5 inches (14 cm) height
• Round Cactus in Pot: 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) wide at pot base, 4 inches (10 cm) height
• Double Cactus in Pot: 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) wide at pot base, 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) height

Materials You Will Need

Yarn Suggestions

Gauge

• 22 sts x 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet using a 2.75 mm hook.
• Amigurumi check: Rnds 1 to 6 of the flat circle = 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) across.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• beg: beginning
• blo: back loop only
• ch: chain
• dec: single crochet decrease (invisible decrease recommended)
• flo: front loop only
• inc: single crochet increase (2 sc in same st)
• rep: repeat
• rnd(s): round(s)
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• [ ] / ( ): work instructions inside parentheses as directed

UK Conversion: sc = dc, hdc = htr, dc = tr.

Special Stitches Explained

1. Magic Ring: Wrap yarn around your fingers to form a loop, insert hook into loop, pull up a loop, ch 1, and work the first round of stitches directly into the ring. Pull the tail to close.
2. Invisible Decrease (dec): Insert hook into the front loop only of the next stitch, then insert hook into the front loop only of the following stitch (3 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through the first 2 loops, yarn over and pull through remaining 2 loops.
3. Bobble Flower Petal: Ch 3, work 2 dc in the 3rd ch from the hook, sl st back into the same space, ch 3, sl st into base. (Repeat for each petal).

Pattern Instructions

Pattern Notes:
* All parts of the cacti and pots are worked in continuous spiral rounds without joining, unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
* Stuff firmly as you go, ensuring no stuffing pokes through your stitches.

Section 1: Terracotta Pots (Make 3)

Using Terracotta Orange yarn, start with a magic ring.
* Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sc)
* Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sc)
* Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18 sc)
* Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24 sc)
* Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30 sc)
* Rnd 6: Working in blo only, sc in each st around (30 sc)
* Rnd 7: sc in each st around (30 sc)
* Rnds 8 to 13: sc in each st around (30 sc)
* Rnd 14: Working in flo only, (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36 sc)
* Rnds 15 to 16: sc in each st around (36 sc)
* Rnd 17: sl st in next st, fasten off, weave in ends. Fold Rnds 14–16 outward to create the pot rim. Fill the bottom of each pot with a small amount of stuffing or a weighted disc if desired.

Section 2: Tall Cactus

Using Green yarn, start with a magic ring.
* Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sc)
* Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sc)
* Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18 sc)
* Rnd 4: Working in blo only, sc in each st around (18 sc)
* Rnds 5 to 22: sc in each st around (18 sc)
* Rnd 23: Working in blo only, (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12 sc)
* Stuff the tall cactus firmly.
* Rnd 24: dec x 6 (6 sc)
* Fasten off, leaving a long tail of 10 inches (25 cm). Use the yarn needle to weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches, pull tight to close, and secure.

Section 3: Round Cactus

Using Green yarn, start with a magic ring.
* Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sc)
* Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sc)
* Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18 sc)
* Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24 sc)
* Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30 sc)
* Rnd 6: Working in blo only, sc in each st around (30 sc)
* Rnds 7 to 12: sc in each st around (30 sc)
* Rnd 13: Working in blo only, (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24 sc)
* Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18 sc)
* Stuff the round cactus firmly.
* Rnd 15: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12 sc)
* Rnd 16: dec x 6 (6 sc)
* Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch (25 cm) tail. Close the top in the same manner as the tall cactus.

Section 4: Double Cactus (Main Body and Small Arm)

Main Stem (Make 1):
Using Green yarn, start with a magic ring.
* Rnds 1 to 5: Repeat Rnds 1 to 5 of the Round Cactus (30 sc at Rnd 5)
* Rnds 6 to 11: sc in each st around (30 sc)
* Rnd 12: Working in blo only, (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24 sc)
* Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18 sc)
* Stuff the main stem firmly.
* Rnd 14: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12 sc)
* Rnd 15: dec x 6 (6 sc)
* Fasten off and close.

Small Arm (Make 1):
Using Green yarn, start with a magic ring.
* Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sc)
* Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sc)
* Rnds 3 to 6: sc in each st around (12 sc)
* Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (8 sc)
* Stuff lightly. Fasten off, leaving an 8-inch (20 cm) tail for sewing. Sew the small arm to the side of the main stem around Rnd 7.

Section 5: Small Pink Flowers (Make 3)

Using Cream yarn, start with a magic ring.
* Rnd 1: Work 5 sc in magic ring, sl st to first sc to join, fasten off cream yarn (5 sc).
* Switch to Soft Pink yarn.
* Rnd 2: [Ch 3, 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook, sl st into same cream stitch base]; rep from * to * in each of the remaining 4 stitches around. You will have 5 little petals.
* Fasten off, leaving a 6-inch (15 cm) tail for sewing.

Assembly

1. Pot Insertion: Place a generous amount of stuffing inside each terracotta pot. Press the base of each cactus firmly into the top opening of a pot (the Rnd 6 BLO ridge of the pot should sit flush with the bottom of the cactus). Secure with whip stitches around the base perimeter using matching green yarn.
2. Flower Placement: Sew one small pink flower securely onto the top center of each cactus.
3. Finishing Touches: Weave in all remaining yarn tails securely inside the body of the pots or cacti where they will not be seen.

Size Customization Tips

• To make a taller cactus: Add 4 to 6 straight rounds of sc in the body section before beginning your decrease rounds. Each extra round adds approximately 0.25 inches (0.6 cm) to the height.
• To make a wider cactus: Continue the increase rounds for one extra round (e.g., (4 sc, inc) x 6 = 36 sts), work 4 straight rounds, then mirror the decreases down.

Care Instructions

Spot clean gently with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not submerge in water or machine wash to prevent the stuffing and pot shape from distorting. Allow to air dry completely.

FAQ

Can I use worsted weight yarn instead of DK yarn?

Yes! Worsted weight yarn will make your cacti and pots slightly larger. Be sure to use a slightly larger hook (such as US D/3 or 3.25 mm) to keep the stitches even and prevent the fiberfill from showing through.

How can I make these safe for a baby nursery?

If making these as toys for children under 3, skip the sewn flower embellishments or embroider flat French knots directly onto the cacti instead, and ensure all yarn tails are securely locked and buried inside.

Can I scale down the pattern to make miniature keychain cacti?

Absolutely. Switch to a fingering weight yarn and a 1.5 mm or 2.0 mm crochet hook to create adorable, tiny keychain-sized versions of this trio.