Cactus embroidery has surged in popularity alongside the global obsession with succulents and desert aesthetics. These prickly plants offer unique textural opportunities in thread, from fuzzy cactus pads created with turkey work stitch to sharp spines made with straight stitches or metallic threads. Cactus designs range from realistic renditions of specific species like saguaro or prickly pear to whimsical cartoon versions wearing sunglasses or flowers. The natural geometric shapes of cacti make them ideal subjects for modern embroidery styles, often paired with minimalist pots or desert landscapes. These designs work particularly well on kitchen towels, pot holders, or tote bags for plant lovers. Many embroiderers enjoy using unexpected color combinations for their cactus creations, proving that thread art doesn’t need to stick to nature’s palette.

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Embroidered 6” hoop perfect if you’re looking to achieve that green boho look without the worry! These won’t die on you! It would also make a cute gift for someone who may be in an apartment or dorm and doesn’t want to lose that security deposit and can’t decorate with shelves and plants!

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**IMPORTANT MESSAGE: HOLIDAY ORDERING IS CLOSED. ANY ORDER PLACED WILL NOT SHIP UNTIL 2020. Thank you for your understanding! I apologize for the inconvenience.** This embroidery hoop measures 4” and features a muted green prickly pear cactus with mustard yellow flowers in a beige pot. Made to order. Embroidery is on a luxe white twill and backed with felt. Twine is attached in a bow to the screw of the hoop for hanging, but is removable if you don’t need it. Can be hung on the wall in a nursery, kids room, entry way, office, or practically anywhere. Looks great on a gallery wall. It can also be displayed on a shelf, mantel, or propped against something. Would be a thoughtful birthday gift for the plant lover in your life, or a unique baby shower gift for a trendy nursery. Additional Details: This listing is for the embroidery hoop ONLY. All other items shown in our photos are for styling/photo staging purposes only and are not included in the sale. Each item is packaged with a lot of love! Anything you purchase will be beautifully packaged and ready to gift, even if it is a gift for yourself 🙂 There is always the possibility of variations due to the handmade nature of the products I make. From duplicates to customs, not one item will look identical to another- but that’s also the beauty of a handmade item. Please feel free to contact me anytime with any questions you may have about my work! Thank you!

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Made to Order 4” Diameter One potted tiny prickly pear cactus stitched in cotton thread on your choice of natural onasburg fabric or honey yellow linen, set in a 4\

Contemporary embroidery

Artist Natalie Sedgewick creates embroidery inspired by tattoos. Can you find the traditional style influence in her work?

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Cacti Hand Embroidery Kit ☆ SPECIAL OFFER – 20% OFF ORDERS OVER £60 (approx $75) ☆ Use coupon code 20OFF60 at checkout ☆ The Design: A canvas full of a range of different succulents is the perfect way to stitch your way through summer, there are 9 different stitches included in this design (all with illustrated instructions) so perfect if you’re wanting to try out a range of stitches. There is stitch guide i
ncluded but the beauty of this design is that you can mix and match your stitches where you fancy, so if you have a particular favorite (backstitch is mine) then you can just use that or go for it and use all 9. This Cactus design would make a lovely summer project to pop in your suitcase for holiday or perfect to give as a gift to a loved one. The icing on the cake is that the design is pre-printed, in colour, onto the fabric so no need for tracing! ☆ What You Get: Each kit is packaged in a lovely kraft project box and contains: • A 6 inch wooden embroidery hoop • Pre – printed, 100% cotton fabric • Padding • A ‘how to’ guide from start to finish • Illustrated stitch instructions • 100% cotton embroidery thread • 2 x size 7, gold eye, embroidery needles • A paper version of the pattern ☆ Similar Items: This listing is for the ‘Succulent’ Hand Embroidery Kit: This needlework design is also available as a printable PDF pattern here: If you’d prefer, you can purchase just the printed fabric and instructions (without any supplies): https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/617972816/succulent-embroidery-pattern-cactus?ref=shop_home_active_1 ☆ WARNING: Each kit contains 2 sharp needles. Please keep out of reach of children and be careful when using. ☆ Find Me: Instagram: @ohsewbootiful Facebook: www.facebook.com/Ohsewbootiful Pinterest: uk.pinterest.com/Ohsewbootiful I’d love to see your embroideries in progress and finished works of hoop art! ☆ Small Print: *Please note that the fabric is 100% natural cotton, which means it is a slightly creamy white, not brilliant white. This also means that there may occasionally be natural imperfections in the fabric and therefore the print.* Colours display differently on different monitors and on different fabrics. This means that the printed fabric may appear differently to how it it looks on screen. For Policies, Packaging, Delivery Times, Refunds and Returns info etc. please click SHIPPING AND POLICIES. • Please note that this embroidery pattern and kit is is my own design and for personal use only. • Do not distribute or resell the pattern or any work made from this design. • If you wish to use this needlework design commercially please get in touch with me to arrange. © Steph Arnold | Oh Sew Bootiful | 2016