Say YES! to hoboken: DIY: Tinted Mason Jars in Rainbow. I’ve been experimenting with tinting mason jars to create a look like those old vintage ones that are difficult to find anymore in second hand stores.
I think I’ve finally honed in on the perfect method. Would you like to see how it’s done? Check out the DIY here. Fill them with flowers, or illuminate an outdoor party filling them with battery operated tea lights or a strand of twinkle lights. I promise it’s easier than you think. Copyright 2014 liz stanley // all rights reserved. To Water or not to Water - That is Always the Question. Incredible DIY Terrarium Ideas. Terrariums have become hugely popular lately.
If you're interested in creating your own capsule of green, check out these incredible terrarium ideas plus instructions for making your own. Bring some greenery into your life with these beautiful terrarium ideas… Asian-themed Terrarium Image Source For a bit of Eastern influence for your terrarium, this scene works perfectly. Urban Oasis Terrarium - Darby Smart. Ikea Hack: DIY Lantern Terrarium - Thou Swell. Ikea Hack: DIY Lantern Terrarium A couple months ago, my older sister and I were walking through Ikea and stumbled upon some fantastic (and inexpensive) white lanterns, and Julia immediately thought they would make good terrariums.
Fast forward to today, and we finally got ourselves together and assembled it! Terrariums can be a bit tricky since they don’t have drainage or much air circulation, but with my sister’s research we found some helpful tips to prolong the life of your plants! Supplies - Ikea BORBY lantern - Kwik Seal adhesive sealant (waterproof) - fern and/or other small shade-dwelling plants - live moss - potting soil - approx. 8 inch square of screen - pea gravel - spray bottle or mister - charcoal for decoration (optional) Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. Planted mugs + printable tags. Yesterday, i was so inspired after seeing these planted mugs over on design*sponge, that i decided to make some myself, as well as design some gift tags to go along with them!
I was looking for a gift idea that was sweet, affordable and memorable – and voila. thanks design*sponge! Diy terrariums. Yeah for terrariums!!
Why do i love them so much? There’s something about a protected little self sustaining eco system that just makes me happy. i’m so excited that i finally made some, i’ve been wanting to for months and months- and i think they are so pretty. they were easy breezy, too- here’s how! First collect some containers to use as the terrarium. you could buy them new, but i found these at our local thrift store. the tall one is a separate top and bottom that i found that thankfully fit together, and the low one came together. i think it used to be some kind of kitchen gadget? Anyways, as long as they are glass and fit together- they’ll work! Then, i spray painted the bottoms black to match each other and filled them with a few rocks to help with drainage. i just grabbed these right out of our driveway! Next, you’ll need to find some live moss. i stumbled across this moss during our nature walk, but you can also order it online. Plant terrarium basics.
Double Dish Succulent Garden Serve a big helping of succulents with this dish garden within a dish garden.
The double-container system ensures excellent drainage because the inner pot sits on pebbles. The spreading shoots of pale sedum and pachyveria echo the stiff arching leaves of the variegated century plant. Artificial coral adds a decorative touch. A. Untitled. This time last year I treated myself to a terrarium from John Lewis, I fell in love with the shape and couldn’t wait to put it in the living room.
Fast forward one year and it was still sat empty in the fireplace, it was time I got my ass into gear and put it to good use, so today I am showing you how to make your own terrarium centrepiece. As I mentioned I got this terrarium from John Lewis but it is very easy to create your own versions using goldfish bowls and bell jars, basically anything glass with a wide enough depth and surface area to plant your succulents in will do just fine and will probably be a lot cheaper too! This is how I did it… You Will Need : A Terrarium// Slate shale// Soil// An assortment of succulents and/or cacti// Protective gardening gloves// Step 1: Line the bottom of your terrarium with the slate shale this will help with drainage when you water. Step 2: Add the soil. Step 3: Start by planting your larger plants in the soil. Tea Cup Fairy Garden : Tutorail - The Magic Onions.
Fairy Garden For Kids - A Step by Step Tutorial. Warm weather is finally here!
Planting flowers is my favorite way to celebrate Spring’s arrival. My daughters and I worked together to create this fairy garden in hopes that we get some magical visitors this summer. Do you think they will like the tea we left for them? Darice has tons of miniatures and garden decor that are just perfect for fairy garden supplies. How to Make a Terrarium. Time: 20 minutes Materials: rocks, charcoal, sand, soil, succulent or plant of your choice, container As much as I love a good house plant, terrariums have totally won my heart with their playful nature.
You can customize everything from the container, to the colors of rocks/sand, and the decorative elements you use, making this project one with endless possibilities! How To Create a Terrarium. Succulent Container Garden Plans.