Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

Jul 12, 2025 08:25 AM

Crochet cactus pot holders and hot pads are a charming addition to any kitchen decor, bringing a touch of whimsy and warmth to your cooking space. These delightful creations not only protect your hands from hot pots but also add a fun and cozy element to your home. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, crafting these cute cactus accessories is a fulfilling and creative way to showcase your skills. Plus, they make lovely handmade gifts for friends and family who appreciate a unique and practical touch in their kitchen. So, grab your yarn and hook, and get ready to whip up these adorable crochet cactus pot holders and hot pads to bring some cheer to your culinary adventures!

Skill: Easy

Materials:

Crochet Hook - H/ 5.00 MM

Yarn – Med (5) Cotton C1- Orange, C2- Purple, C3- Green

Yarn Needle

Stitches:

Chain (ch)

Single Crochet (sc)

Double Crochet (dc)

Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC)

Back Post Double Crochet (BLDC)

Front Loop Only (FLO)

Back Loop Only (BLO)

Change to (chgto)

Double crochet together (dctog)

Size: 7 X 8 Inches

Notes:

Ch 3 Counts as a dc

When changing Colors ch1/ ch3 after the color change.

Pattern:

R: 1 – With C1, Ch 18, 1 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch across,

Turn, ch 3 (16 dc)

Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

R: 2 – Dc in the 1^st dc, 1 dc in next 14 dc, 2 dc in the last dc,

Turn, ch 3 (18 dc)

Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

R: 3 - Dc in the 1^st dc, 1 dc in next 16 dc, 2 dc in the last dc,

Turn, ch 3 (20 dc)

R: 4 – 1 dc in each dc across, turn, ch 3 (20dc)

R: 5 – 1 dc in each dc across, (20dc)

R: 6 – Chgto C2, (leaving C1 still attached)

ch1, working in the BLO, 1 sc in each dc across, (20sc)

R: 7 – Chgto C3, (tie off C2, but still leave C1 attached)

ch3, Working in the BLO, 1 dc in each dc across, Ch3 (20dc)

R: 8 – 1 dc in the next dc, *BPDC in the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc*

Repeat From * to * 5 more times, turn, ch 3. (6 BPDC, 14 dc dc = 20 sts)

Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

R: 9 -1 dc in the next dc, *FPDC in the next dc, 1 dc n the next 2 dc*

Repeat From * to * 5 more times, turn, ch 3. (6 FPDC, 14 dc dc = 20 sts)

R: 10 – Repeat R: 8

R: 11- Repeat R: 9, ch1

R: 12 – Dctog the 1^st 2 dc, *BPDC in the next st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts*

Repeat From * to * 4 More times, FPDC in the next st, dctog the last 2 sts,

Turn, ch 1 (6 BPDC, 12 dc = 18 sts)

R: 13 - dctog the 1^st 2 dc, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,

*FPDC in the next st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts**

Repeat From * to * 3 More times, dctog the last 2 sts,

Turn, ch 1 tie off C3 (4 FPDC, 12 dc = 16 sts)

Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

Trim:

R: 14 – At R: 5 Were we left C1 Attached, sc evenly down the side, across the bottom

and up the other side at R: 5, chgto C3, tie off C1,

Evenly sc up the side and around the top of the cactus to R: 5,

If You want a hanging loop, when you reach the center

of the top of the cactus, ch12, join to the same sc, than continue to evenly sc,

join to 1st sc,

Tie off and weave in all the ends.

Cactus Flower:

Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

R: 15 – With C2, ch 3, 8 sc in the 2^nd ch from the hook, join, ch 2

R: 16 – *3 dc in the next sc, ch2, slst in the next sc, ch2*

Repeat From * to * 3 More times, join, tie off leaving a 8 to 10 inch tail for sewing on cactus.

Make sure to close the center of the flower if a hole formed.

Place and Sew in place on the cactus.

Crochet Cactus Pot Holder

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