These printable cactus template designs are perfect if you love cactus crafts or need an adorable project idea for your classroom, home, or party decorations. Make paper cacti, create coloring pages, or even teaching material with these free printables!
The templates come in a compilation of 5 different designs. You’ll find here, different cactus shapes, with simple outlines to more elaborate designs, that you can use to make a fun cactus craft or paint watercolor cactus, for both kids or adults alike.
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Each free printable cactus template is available as a downloadable file in both JPG and PDF file formats. To open in JPG format, you will need an image reader application and for the PDF files, you will need Adobe reader. You can print the templates at home or at a local print shop and directly from your mobile device too.
There are no download limits (unlimited downloads) but the terms of use for these printable cactus template is for personal use.
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Free Downloadable Templates
Click on the links below each image to view, download or print your cactus template in PDF or JPG format.
How to Download, Save, and Print the Templates
All of the free cactus templates here are offered as digital files for personal use. You’re welcome to print them as often as you’d like—making them a great way to use for different fun cactus craft projects, classroom displays, or home décor.
To download your printable cactus template:
- For PDF files, select the download icon in the preview (usually in the top right).
- For JPG images, right-click on the picture and choose “Save image as…” to save it on your computer.
To print your cactus template:
- Click on either the PDF or JPG link, and it will open in a new window.
- For PDFs, just hit the printer icon.
- For JPGs, save the file first, then open it in any image program (like Paint or Photos) before printing.
Printing tips for the best results:
- Use plain white paper (A4 or Letter size) so that the details on the cactuses stand out.
- The templates (such as the simple cactus shape) can also be printed on light-colored sheets if you want.
- Check your printer settings before printing to ensure the right paper size is chosen.
With just a few steps, you’ll have a set of free printable cactus templates ready to use—perfect for bulletin boards, cactus paper bag puppets, or any fun activity you have planned. And the best part? There’s absolutely no extra cost involved!
What You Can Do with These Printable Cactus Templates
These free printable cactus templates are a great way to spark creativity and add a fun desert vibe to your projects. With different cactus shapes and styles, this collection is filled with fun cactus craft ideas for kids, teachers, and adults alike.
- Paper crafts for kids – Turn these templates into adorable cactus crafts using white paper, green paint, black marker, or green marker.
- Creative coloring time – Print a free cactus template in PDF format and let kids (or adults!) relax while coloring with crayons, markers, or paint. The instant download makes it easy to start right away—no extra cost required.
- Bulletin boards & classroom displays – Use the cactus plants templates for bulletin board cutouts, or create decorations for foreign language lessons, seasonal themes, or even Cinco de Mayo classroom parties.
- DIY décor & fun activity – Craft door hangers, popcorn box templates, or label your flower pots with cactus cutouts. They also make cute decorative items for a living room shelf or party table.
- 3D cactus projects – Cut out the base cactus shape, then attach extra cactus arms with a glue gun or hot glue. Add a small flower on the top of the cactus head or color the top of each arm for a unique look.
- Mixed media & process art – Try layering tissue paper, paint, or patterned cardstock on top of your free template. The flat surface of these designs makes them ideal for tracing and stenciling.
These free printable cactus templates make ideal activities for kids to explore nature-inspired art.
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