Summer Test Craft #1 - Terrariums

Considering I want to hold a summer craft camp for my daughter and her friends, I figured I should test out some of the crafts I will make with the kids.  The Terrarium was the first one Victoria and I tried out.

First you must find an open area where dropping soil and sheet moss particles won't bother you. (say "hi" V!)

1 bag of little rocks, charcoal (horticulturist charcoal) and sheet moss is enough for a whole bunch of little or medium size terrariums!

I don't have pictures of the process but you can follow the same instructions I used here.  Look at them!  So cute!  

I found a little turtle figurine at the craft store.  She looks so comfy in there!  I think I'll call her Shelly.

Victoria decided to put a puppy in her terrarium!  Woof!  So cute.

There's a great lesson to learn about terrariums.  As I explained to Victoria, they have their own ecosystem, like being in their own planet.  Since it has an airtight seal, we only have to spray it with water once in a couple of weeks.  The moisture in there now will keep the moss alive.  The charcoal will keep it from molding and smelling awful.  The rocks help drain excess moisture.  In the medium size terrarium, I was able to plant a small piece of ivy.  The ivy will survive on it's own with minimum help!  This is a great lesson for the kiddos.

Enjoy!