SthwstrnStore

Vail, Arizona

221
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5.0 (80)

1 year
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5.0 (80)

221
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1 year
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221
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5.0 (80)

1 year
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Last updated on Aug 12, 2025

I have a large selection of Teddy Bear Cholla Cactus Skeletons in various shapes and sizes. I have some very large pieces that I can cut to order. If you let me know what you'll be using the pieces for,

I can customize as needed and ensuret that pieces will meet your needs. I have found that communication leads to satisfaction. I have been doing a lot of custom pieces to satisfy my customers needs. Most recently I have been designing pieces for Air Plant holder. I will work with you to ensure that you are satisfied.

All my chollas have been harvested only when they are dead and upright. I spend alot of time processing and cleaning them which includes pressure washing, sanding, and cleaning the inside. No chemicals are used.

Any pieces that are going into an aquarium shoud be boiled. Here is a great YouTube video about the benefits of Cholla wood for your aquarium. Copy and past this into your browser. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAzunm2AmrE

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5.0 (80)

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kim on Sep 18, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous piece! Even better in person!

Massive piece of Cholla, rare find.

Massive piece of Cholla, rare find.
Andrew on Sep 13, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Great Cholla for casting with resin.

Joe responded on Sep 13, 2026

I appreciate the positive review and look forwaard to continue to supply you with my Cholla.

4" x 2.25" , 10 pieces bulk order

4" x 2.25" , 10 pieces bulk order
Leslie on Sep 10, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for my project. Seller was very helpful.

Joe responded on Sep 13, 2026

I am glad that the pieces I selected worked well for your project and look forward to helpong you again.

1/2 split Cholla Cactus Skeleton per piece

1/2 split Cholla Cactus Skeleton per piece
ron on Aug 28, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Awesome piece! Couldn’t find anything like it anywhere else

Joe responded on Sep 13, 2026

I am glad you are satisfied with the Cholla, and look forward to helping you again in the future.

12" Cholla with two branches.

12" Cholla with two branches.
Nobody on Aug 27, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for my hermit crab tank! They love climbing all over it. Great quality and shipped very fast, thank you so much

Joe responded on Sep 13, 2026

Happy to hear the hermit crabs enjoy a unique piece of Cholla.

11 " Tall Cholla Cactus w Large holes

11 " Tall Cholla Cactus w Large holes
Penny on Jul 29, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

this piece was impressive

30" Long Cholla Cactus Skeleton

30" Long Cholla Cactus Skeleton
Kristin on Jul 6, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

The cholla is beautiful and cut perfectly.

22 inch Cactus Skeleton: Aquarium/Terrarium Decor

22 inch Cactus Skeleton: Aquarium/Terrarium Decor
Bradley on Jun 18, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Cholla cactus arrived quickly, was carefully packaged, and matched the description. The quality is excellent, and it works beautifully for my project. Highly recommend this seller and would definitely purchase again!

4 @ 2.5 25 @ 1.5

4 @ 2.5 25 @ 1.5
Etsy buyer on May 8, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

As described, it came early.

Super Thick Cholla Cactus for Aquarium/Terrariums with a 4" base.

Super Thick Cholla Cactus for Aquarium/Terrariums with a 4" base.
Melany on May 6, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Great seller communication and beautiful items! Am very pleased with my purchase!

3 pieces 34" and two 36"

3 pieces 34" and two 36"

About SthwstrnStore

FInding treasures in the desrt.

Sales 221

On Etsy since 2025

FInding treasures in the desrt.

I sell Cholla Cactus Skeletons and other desert treasures sourced locally for many purposes inlcuding aquariums and reptile or hermit crab enclosures, air plants, and crafts.

I have a huge amount of Cholla Cactus growing in the aeas surrounding my neighborhood. Then I stumbled upon someone selling Cholla Skeletons. I had been looking for a side gig to keep me busy in futrure retirement. I like this, because it keeps me in the desert and I find the processing and cleaning the pieces very theraputic.
People reach out to me and let me know what they are looking for and I create custom orders to suit their needs.

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Joe

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Southeastern Arizona, close to the RIncon Mountains. Surrounded by mountains, and beautiful desert. We have lots of open space to explore. In my travels I run into Cholla Cactus.

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Last updated on Jul 16, 2025

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