We are going to have some fun with simple and easy cactus crafts you can do with your kids today! Do you have a little one who loves to craft? We’ve found the cutest and most unusual inspiration for crafting…the cactus plant. Today we are sharing 15 DIY cactus crafts that are perfect for kids!

You’ll find everything from cactus-themed painted rocks, to paper plate cacti, and even a cactus puppet for pretend play. No matter your child’s crafting skill level, there should be something here for the preschoolers through the tween and teen years. So grab some supplies and get ready to create with your kiddos today!
Easy & Fun Cactus Crafts for Kids
1. Rock Cactus Craft
Rock Cactus by Easy Peasy and Fun
2. Paper Plate Cactus Craft for Kids
Paper Plate Cactus by Buggy and Buddy
3. Cactus Craft Using Pipe Cleaners
Pipe Cleaner Cacti by Homemade Charlotte
Paper Cactus Crafts for Kids
4. Cactus Craft from a Handprint
Handprint Cactus Card by Simple Everyday Mom
5. Toilet Paper Roll Cactus Craft
Toilet Paper Roll Cactus by The Best Ideas for Kids
6. Cactus Craft out of Construction Paper
Easy Paper Cactus by Our Kid Things
7. Cardboard Cactus Craft
3D Paper Cactus by Made with Happy
Prickly Cactus Crafts for Kids
8. Cactus Craft Made with Toothpicks
Toothpick Cactus by Homemade Ginger
9. Sensory Rice Cactus Craft
Sensory Cactus by Stay at Home Educator
10. Clay Cactus Craft for Kids
Polymer Clay Cactus by Hello, Wonderful
11. Popsicle Stick Cactus Craft
Flowering Hearts Cactus by Our Kid Things
Cactus Template for Crafts
12. Make a Cactus with a Paper Bag
Paper Bag Cactus Puppet by Simple Everyday Mom
14. Tissue Paper Flowering Cactus Craft
3D Cactus with Tissue Paper Flowers by Projects with Kids
15. Cactus Art Kids Can Paint
Cactus Painting for Kids by Projects with Kids
16. Paper Cup Cactus Craft
Paper Cup Cactus by Red Ted Art
How To Make Simple Toys
You can make these simple diy cactus toys with things you have around your house in just a few minutes. They’re so easy that bigger kids can even make some of them without supervision.
Pin these Cactus Craft Ideas to Use Later
More Crafts for Kids
- Oh so many ideas for quick and easy 5 minute crafts!
- Let’s do some wire crafts with kids!
- These colorful and fun craft ideas will keep little hands busy.
- Handprint art has never been more fun – so let’s do some hand art!
- Let’s make a bottle craft!
- These bee craft ideas are so fun.
- Popsicle stick crafts are a great crafting adventure!
Which cactus craft was your favorite?