Catcus = Cat + Cactus Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

With this crochet pattern you can create cute catcus! Catcus is a creative combination of a cat and a cactus!

Catcus can be a great gift for a cactus and cat lover.

The toy can stand on its own with the help of the tail or using the base.

Skills Required / What You'll Receive

Skill level: intermediate.

Please, note that this pattern does not include the lessons of crocheting. You must have previous knowledge of crochet techniques and know-how to make stitches mentioned in the section on Abbreviation.

Abbreviations (US terms):
MR – magic ring
st – stitch
sl.st. – slip stitch
ch – chain
t-ch – turning chain
FPDC – front post double crochet
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
inc – increase – two single crochet in one stitch
dec – decrease – two single crochet together (invisible decrease or as usual)
FLO – front loops only
BLO – back loops only
rnd(s) – round(s)

The pattern consists of 7 pages of detailed step-by-step instructions how to make in the PDF format and has 35 photos and 9 videos (without sound, links within the pattern) to help you by working.

The pattern includes a description of a pot and flower.

Size Information

The finished product using the materials described in this pattern is ~ 5 inches/13 cm tall.

Materials List

The required materials and tools:
• DK weight yarn of any green or different colors
I used yarn YarnArt Jeans (55% cotton, 45% acrylic, 160 m/50g):
• green (No. 69) for a body, paws, and ears
• a piece of white yarn for whites of the eyes
• DK weight yarn of brown and dark brown colors for a pot
• DK weight yarn of pink color for a flower
• Black Iris or any thin cotton yarn for a design
• Safety eyes or eye beads D=8 mm
• 2mm, 2.25mm, or different crochet hook matches your yarn
• Tapestry needle, scissors
• Stuffing material

You can use any desired yarn of the same weight and length.

Additional Details by the Author

The Crochet Pattern "Catcus = Cat + Cactus" is copyright protected and is the property of Maria Ufimtseva (ToysForFriends Design).

This pattern was based on Maria Ufimtseva’s design and FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY!
Full or partial reproduction and distribution, sales, and publications of the pattern on the Internet are forbidden.
You are not allowed to translate into foreign languages alter the pattern in whole or part.
You are welcome to sell the ready product made from this pattern, but a credit for the design is appreciated.

Thank you, and enjoy crocheting!