Terrariums: Holiday Gift Idea

Need a creative Christmas gift idea? Terrariums are a great gift to give with a personal touch! They are easy to make and once you know how to make them, you will be addicted to creating different designs. There are hundreds of different ways to make a beautiful terrarium so it’s up to you to put your imagination to work and create something unique.

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First thing you need to do is find a terrarium that you like. There are many different choices; it all just depends on personal preference. Once you have chosen the one you like, it is time to pick out the succulents, air plants, rocks, and all other accents you want to fill it with.

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Step 1 is to fill the bottom of your terrarium with a base layer. This layer should consist of rocks, gravel, or sand. This is what will be used for drainage in your design. The base layer should be at least 1 inch of material evenly spread around the bottom.

Step 2 is to place potting soil or sand on top of your base layer. It is important that you have enough so that the roots of the plants will be surrounded and will not touch the base layer. You can play around with the soil to add depth or create different levels.

Step 3 is to add your plants! Imagine in your head how you want them to look and begin to dig holes in the soil to place them. Once they are in a place that you like, pack soil tightly around them and make sure they are securely in place.

The final step is to add your finishing touches. This is where your creativity really comes out. Accents such as large rocks, decorative moss, sticks, and shells are popular ways to spruce up your terrarium.

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​Need a creative Christmas gift idea? Terrariums are a great gift to give with a personal touch! They are easy to make and once you know how to make them, you will be addicted to creating different designs.

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