Description
Craft a stunning galaxy terrarium that brings a piece of the cosmos into your home using colored sand, gravel, and plants.
Ingredients
- Clear glass container (jar or terrarium globe)
- Colored sand or gravel (blue, purple, black)
- Activated charcoal (for drainage)
- Potting soil
- Small plants (succulents, air plants)
- Decorative items (miniature stars, moons, or figurines)
- Small stones or crystals
- Spoon or scoop
- Spray bottle with water
- Optional: LED fairy lights
Instructions
- Prepare Your Container: Clean and dry your glass container thoroughly.
- Add Drainage Layer: Spoon activated charcoal to the bottom to prevent odors.
- Create the First Layer: Add a layer of colored sand or gravel.
- Add More Layers: Vary the colors and textures of your sand layers.
- Place the Soil: Spoon potting soil over the colorful layers.
- Insert Plants: Carefully position your plants in the soil.
- Decorative Touches: Add stones, crystals, and decorative items.
- Final Watering: Lightly mist the plants and soil with water.
- Add Lighting (Optional): Place LED fairy lights to illuminate your terrarium.
Notes
Experiment with different color combinations and themes for unique designs. Ensure proper ventilation to prevent mold.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 terrarium
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg