Bring your hadn on this enchanting world of crafting with the Crochet Baby Cactus Pattern, a design that promises to sprinkle a dash of charm and whimsy into your day. Expertly made this pattern involves using lush green yarn to meticulously craft the body of the cactus, creating an illusion of tiny, adorable feet. The face of the cactus, made with a soft, vanilla cream-colored yarn, radiates a warmth and friendliness that’s simply irresistible.
Crochet Baby Cactus Pattern
But what truly sets this cactus apart is the delicate pink border that envelopes it, adding an extra layer of cuteness and irresistibility. This crochet baby cactus is more than just a craft; it's a token of joy and a testament to the beauty of handmade treasures. Perfect for gifting or adding a touch of handmade charm to your space, this pattern is a heartfelt journey into the world of crochet that you will absolutely adore.
Materials
- 1.) 100% cotton yarn
- bright green, vanilla cream, yellow, pink - 2.) 1.25mm hook
- 3.) Safety eyes
- 4.) Fibrefill stuffing
- 5.) Scissors and tapestry needle
Abbreviations
- SC - Single Crochet
- STS -Stitches
- INC-Increase
- INVDEC - Invisible decrease
- SLP ST-Slip Stitch
- BLO - Back Loop Only
- FO - Fasten Off
- DC - Double Crochet
Head
- Round 1: 6 SC in magic ring (6 STS)
- Round 2: INC around (12 STS)
- Round 3: (1 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 4: (2 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (24 STS)
- Round 5: (3 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (30 STS)
- Round 6: (4 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (36 STS)
- Round 7: (5 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (42 STS)
- Round 8: (6 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (48 STS)
- Round 9-17: SC around (48 STS)
Place the safety eyes between round 15 and 16
- Round 18: (6 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (42 STS)
- Round 19: (5 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (36 STS)
- Round 20: (4 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (30 STS)
- Round 21: (3 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (24 STS) *Start stuffing*
- Round 22: (2 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 23: (1 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (12 STS) *Stuff firmly*
FO and cut yarn leaving long end for sewing
Arms (make 2)
using vanilla cream yarn
- Round 1: 6 SC in magic ring (6 STS)
- Round 2-6: SC around (6 STS)
Do not stuff
SLP ST and FO
Cut the yarn leaving long end for sewing
Body
- Round 1: 6 SC in magic ring (6 STS)
- Round 2: INC around (12 STS)
- Round 3: (1 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 4: (2 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (24 STS)
- Round 5: (3 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (30 STS)
- Round 6: SC around through BLO (30 STS)
- Round 7-15: SC around (30 STS)
SLP ST and FO
Cut the yarn leaving long end for sewing
Using yellow yarn, embroid little v's around the body randomly
Stuff firmly
Ball (Big)
- Round 1: 6 SC in magic ring (6 STS)
- Round 2: INC around (12 STS)
- Round 3: (1 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 4: (2 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (24 STS)
- Round 5-9: SC around (24 STS)
- Round 10: (2 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 11: (1 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (12 STS)
Stuff firmly
SLP ST and FO
Cut the yarn leaving long end for sewing*
Using yellow yarn, embroid little v's around randomly*
Ball (small)
Using bright green
- Round 1: 6 SC in magic ring (6 STS)
- Round 2: INC around (12 STS)
- Round 3: (1 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 4-6: SC around (18 STS)
- Round 7: (1 SC, INVDEC), repeat 6 times (12 STS)
Stuff firmly
- Round 8: INVDEC around (6STS)
SLP ST and FO
Cut the yarn leaving long end for sewing
Using yellow yarn, embroid little v's around randomly
Attach and sew it on the bigger ball either left or right side
Hat
- Round 1: 6 SC in magic ring (6 STS)
- Round 2: INC around (12 STS)
- Round 3: (1 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (18 STS)
- Round 4: (2 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (24 STS)
- Round 5: (3 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (30 STS)
- Round 6: (4 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (36 STS)
- Round 7: (5 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (42 STS)
- Round 8: (6 SC, INC), repeat 6 times (48 STS)
- Round 9-16: SC around (48 STS)
SLP ST and FO
Cut the yarn leaving long end for sewing
Using yellow yarn, embroid little v's around randomly
Scarf
- Chain 27
- DC from the 3rd chain from the hook.
- DC in each ST.
- Connect the two ends by SLP ST.
Assembly
- 1.) Sew the body to the head making sure you position it in the centre.
Use pins.
- 2.) Attach the hat to the head, sew around using the long end of yarn from the hat.
- 3.) Sew the arms both side.
- 4.) Attach the balls in either side of the head.
- 5.) Put the scarf by slipping it from the bottom of the body.
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