terrarium

I haven't made anything for my apartment in a while. Life and other projects have kept me busy. I've wanted to create a terrarium but never found the time or motivation. Sometimes, you just need to wait for the right moment.

I first decided what to use for the terrarium. There are many options, like a glass bowl or a geometric shape. Your choice depends on your aesthetic and available space. Even if I don't have room for a flower arrangement, I still create one and store it in my closet, hoping to display it later.

I ultimately decided to use a geometric triangle for my terrarium, which I obtained from Michael's along with various colors of moss. Additionally, I procured white sand and multi-colored pebbles. Although I knew I wanted succulents, I initially struggled to find suitable options or decide on their appearance. Fortunately, Amazon provided a solution with their terrarium kits. Amazon offers a wide range of items, including a box containing two packets of succulents, which met my expectations. There were sufficient succulents remaining for another project if desired. The pieces of charcoal were also purchased from Amazon.

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Putting the terrarium together was enjoyable. I took time to decide on the layout, experimenting with charcoal, sand, and pebbles for the base. I carefully placed the succulents and moss, adjusting their sizes and positions. Once satisfied, I added extra items like a key from another project and a small glass bottle with crystal flecks.

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It took a few days to find a spot for it. Instead of keeping it in my closet like other projects, I placed it on the counter. There's a built-in bookshelf near the front door in my apartment. After rearranging some items, I found the perfect place. Completing a creation and seeing the final result is rewarding. I hope to get a bigger space someday to display all my creations. People ask why I make things without space to show them. The simple answer? It makes me happy.