C2C crochet cactus pattern free

Bring a touch of the desert into your crochet projects with my C2C Desert Cactus Crochet Square Pattern! This pattern captures the beauty of a classic cactus, making it perfect for adding a bit of southwestern flair to your creations. Whether you’re a fan of desert landscapes or just love the unique charm of cacti, this square is sure to add a fun and earthy vibe to your work.

Free C2C Cactus Crochet Square Pattern

The Desert Cactus C2C pattern is not only striking on its own but also incredibly versatile! Use this square alone to create a unique pillow, a trendy tote bag, or even a piece of wall art that adds a southwestern touch to any room.

If you’re looking to get creative, mix and match this cactus square with others from my C2C collection to craft a desert-themed blanket, a double-sided tote bag, or a reversible pillow. The possibilities are endless, and this pattern is perfect for adding a bit of desert charm and creativity to your crochet projects!

Crochet Project Materials Needed

Crochet Hook Size: G-6 4 mm
Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in tan and green. I used Lion Brand Yarns 24/7 Cotton in ecru and jade. My square weighs 124 grams/4.4 ounces.
Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.

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C2C crochet cactus pattern details

Skill Level

Advanced beginners. This crochet square is made using the corner to corner C2C crochet method. It involves color changes.

Finished Measurements

My C2C square measures just over 13 inches by 13 inches.

Gauge

8 squares (ch 3 + 3 dc) = 4 inches

Crochet Terms

sc = single crochet
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch

C2C Crochet Technique

The pattern is made using the c2c technique of making “squares” in diagonal rows starting in the bottom right corner and ending in the top left corner.
Each square is made of a chain 3 + 3 double crochet.
Chain 6 to start a new row and chain 3 to start a new square.
You can follow the picture graph or the written pattern.
The written pattern tells you how many squares to make of each color and in what order.

C2C Video Tutorial

Need C2C help? I have a step by step C2C tutorial for my mini heart square on my YouTube channel.

C2C Crochet Pattern Notes

The pattern is written in US terms.
↙ You are working on the “right side”.
↗ You are working on the “wrong side”.

C2C crochet cactus pattern instructions

Download the cactus graph.

↙ Row 1: tan x 1 (1 square)
↗ Row 2: tan x 2 (2 squares)
↙ Row 3: tan x 3 (3 squares)
↗ Row 4: tan x 4 (4 squares)
↙ Row 5: tan x 5 (5 squares)
↗ Row 6: tan x 6 (6 squares)
↙ Row 7: tan x 7 (7 squares)
↗ Row 8: tan x 8 (8 squares)
↙ Row 9: tan x 9 (9 squares)
↗ Row 10: tan x 10 (10 squares)
↙ Row 11: tan x 10, green x 1 (11 squares)
↗ Row 12: green x 2, tan x 10 (12 squares)
↙ Row 13: tan x 10, green x 3 (13 squares)
↗ Row 14: green x 4, tan x 10 (14 squares)
↙ Row 15: tan x 10, green x 5 (15 squares)
↗ Row 16: tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 2, green x 2, tan x 6 (16 squares)
↙ Row 17: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 2 (17 squares)
↗ Row 18: tan x 3, green x 9, tan x 6 (18 squares)
↙ Row 19: tan x 6, green x 9, tan x 4 (19 squares)
↗ Row 20: tan x 5, green x 9, tan x 6 (20 squares)
↙ Row 21: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 6 (21 squares)
↗ Row 22: tan x 7, green x 5, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (22 squares)
↙ Row 23: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 8 (23 squares)
↗ Row 24: tan x 9, green x 5, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (24 squares)
↙ Row 25: tan x 7, green x 2, tan x 1, green x 6, tan x 9 (25 squares)
Corner: Start decreasing on both ends
↗ Row 26: tan x 8, green x 7, tan x 1, green x 2, tan x 6 (24 squares)
↙ Row 27: tan x 8, green x 8, tan x 7 (23 squares)
↗ Row 28: tan x 7, green x 2, tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 7 (22 squares)
↙ Row 29: tan x 6, green x 5, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (21 squares)
↗ Row 30: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 5 (20 squares)
↙ Row 31: tan x 4, green x 5, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (19 squares)
↗ Row 32: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 5, tan x 3 (18 squares)
↙ Row 33: tan x 2, green x 5, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (17 squares)
↗ Row 34: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 4, tan x 2 (16 squares)
↙ Row 35: tan x 1, green x 4, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (15 squares)
↗ Row 36: tan x 6, green x 3, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 1 (14 squares)
↙ Row 37: tan x 1, green x 2, tan x 1, green x 3, tan x 6 (13 squares)
↗ Row 38: tan x 6, green x 2, tan x 4 (12 squares)
↙ Row 39: tan x 3, green x 2, tan x 6 (11 squares)
↗ Row 40: tan x 10 (10 squares)
↙ Row 41: tan x 9 (9 squares)
↗ Row 42: tan x 8 (8 squares)
↙ Row 43: tan x 7 (7 squares)
↗ Row 44: tan x 6 (6 squares)
↙ Row 45: tan x 5 (5 squares)
↗ Row 46: tan x 4 (4 squares)
↙ Row 47: tan x 3 (3 squares)
↗ Row 48: tan x 2 (2 squares)
↙ Row 49: tan x 1 (1 square)

Border for the C2C Cactus Crochet Square Pattern

Make 2 sc in each square along the sides and in each corner square make (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc).

Finishing the C2C Cactus Crochet Square Pattern

Fasten off and then weave in all of your ends. Block if desired.

More free C2C crochet patterns

For more corner-to-corner designs, browse my collection of free C2C crochet patterns, including mini panels, larger squares, letters, numbers, and blankets. You can also visit my guide on how to read a crochet pattern if you want extra help following written instructions.

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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa