Few plants are as instantly recognizable as the mighty saguaro cactus. Painting one is an easy project, even for beginners.
Pipe Cleaner Cacti
Turn pipe cleaners into adorable cacti topped with pom pom flowers. What a fun craft for kids to do!
Clay Cactus Garden
Create a beautiful cactus garden using clay. This easy craft requires a lot of drying time, but the results are […]
Watercolor Cacti
Develop observational skills and watercolor techniques with this cacti and succulent painting project. The results are beautiful!
Handprint Saguaro Cactus
Turn your handprint into a saguaro cactus. This is a great project to accompany a study of the desert.
Funny Faces Painted Jars
Create unique pots for plants using recycled jars. There’s so much room for creativity with this project!
Cardboard Tube Flowers and Cacti
Turn empty cardboard tubes into these adorable flowers and cacti. Inexpensive, easy, and fun!
Cactus Crafts for Kids
Did you know there is a National Cactus Day? It’s celebrated each year on May 10. Cactus crafts are also […]
Sunset Desert Painting
Even beginners can create a pretty desert sunset painting. Just follow the simple steps!
Coloring Book Cactus Gift Box
Turn your completed coloring pages into one-of-a-kind gift boxes. It’s so easy to do and recipients will surely treasure the […]
Painted Rock Cactus
Learn how to make a clay pot garden, full of cactus painted rocks. This craft is fun for all ages […]
Rice Krispie Treat Cactus
This tasty cactus is made with rice krispie treats and candy melts. Can you guess how to make the pretty […]
Cactus Churros
Color churro batter green and fry ’em up to look like cacti! This tasty treat is perfect for Cinco de […]
Houseplant Cupcakes
You don’t have to be a master decorator to make these awesome houseplant cupcakes. Follow the steps to make your […]
Sensory Cactus Craft
Create a textured cactus using a variety of craft materials. This is a fun sensory activity to accompany a study […]
Cactus Shadow Name Art
Explore shadows with this fun and easy cactus name art project. You can create outdoors using natural light or indoors […]
Desert Sunset
Create a beautiful desert sunset scene. This project is inexpensive, easy, and requires only basic craft materials.
Succulent Cards
Learn how to draw and color all sorts of succulents with this fun tutorial and handy printable. Then turn your […]
Recycled Faux Cacti
These faux cacti recycled from plastic packaging are so fun to make and look great. Display these vibrant succulents on […]
Quilled Cactus Card
Quilling is easy to learn and takes very little time to create something pretty, like this beginner-level cactus card. Give […]
Stuffed Felt Cactus
Create a simple stuffed cactus using felt. It’s a quick project that is easy enough for a sewing beginner.
Mini Cactus
Decorate for your next fiesta with this simple mini cactus. It couldn’t be easier!
Doodle Desert
Practice concentric circles, contour lines, and color blending with this cool cactus artwork. It uses markers to get a watercolor […]
Cactus Pet Rocks
Kids love pet rocks and these cacti couldn’t be cuter! This craft is easy and inexpensive.
Felt Cacti
Use felt and clay pots to create a soft, touchable garden of faux cacti. It’s easy to do and they’re […]
Watermelon Cactus
Create a spectacular cactus-shaped display from watermelon for Cinco de Mayo, a summer get-together, or any occasion. Adults should do […]
Dimensional Paper Cactus
Create a gorgeous dimensional cactus from paper. The instructions are in Russian, but there are plenty of detailed photos and […]
Pineapple Plant Pot
With a few simple steps, you can turn a plain pot and a succulent into an eye-catching pineapple! It’s so […]
Bottle Botany
Can you believe that each of these plants are actually made with just plastic bottles and some paint? Incredible, beautiful […]
Clay Pot Cactus Party Favor
Send guests home from your next fiesta with these cute clay pot cactus favors. It’s desert and dessert, all in […]
Shaving Cream Marbelized Starry Night Cactus
This awesome cactus print is made with shaving cream, paint, and watercolor pencils. It is inspired by Van Gogh’s Starry […]
Christmas Cacti Sand Art Terrariums
Use inexpensive colored sand to make unique Christmas Cacti Terrariums. They look beautiful on a mantle or as a centerpiece and […]
LEGO Mini Planters
Have some fun using LEGO blocks to make these adorable planters. It’s a unique way to introduce kids to the […]
Cactus Piñata
Turn cardboard and crepe paper into a festive cactus piñata! It’s great fun for Cinco de Mayo or any fiesta.