Base of the Cactus Pot is started by using a foundation chain and crocheting on both sides of the chain to create an oval shape. When changing colors, work the final pull- through of the last stitch with the new color. Tie ends of old and new colors together and hide inside pot/soil as you go. Additional details are sewn or embroidered on. Use the larger hook for all sections except the Eyes.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: 6½”
Length: 14”
Height: 20”

MATERIALS
Premier® Yarns Parfait® Plush (100% Polyester; 7oz/200g, 174yds/160m)
• C1: 2186-18 Summer Squash – 1 ball
• C2: 2186-21 Sage – 1 ball
• C3: 2186-15 Carrot – 1 ball
• C4: 2186-07 Chocolate – 1 ball
• C5: 2186-22 Evergreen – 1 ball
• C6: 2186-14 Shell – 1 ball
Premier® Yarns Anti-Pilling Everyday® Worsted (100% Anti- Pilling Acrylic; 3.5oz/100g, 180yds/165m)
• C6: 100-12 Black – 1 ball

Hook: US Size I-9 (5.5 mm) and E-4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, 1 locking stitch marker, polyester stuffing

SKILLS/TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN:
• Chain, slip stitch, single, half double and double crochet stitches.
• Changing colors.
• Embroider details.
• Invisible decrease.
• Magic Ring.
• Working through front and back loops of stitches.
• Working in continuous rounds.