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DIY Fake Terrarium

Learn how to make a faux terrarium using supplies from the craft store! This is very easy, vintage style home decor.
Course DIY Projects
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 1 jar
Cost $3

Equipment

  • Box cutter

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Wash and dry your mason jar using mild soap and water.
    Vintage mason jar grown imperial
  • Cut the floral foam so it fits in your mason jar.
    the top of a vintage mason jar with floral foam
  • Hide the foam. Use Spanish moss and stuff it around the foam and on top. If the mason jar has a small mouth, use a long object to help you guide the moss into the nooks and crannies.
    mason jar with spanish moss inside
  • Stick the succulents into the floral foam. Use a variety of faux succulents to create visual interest.
    faux succulents laying next to a mason jar filled with spanish moss
  • If any floral foam is showing after adding succulents, use more Spanish moss and cover it up.
    faux terrarium
  • Replace the lid and add some twine. Wrap around several times, tie a knot, and trim with scissors to finish.
    Twine tied around a mason jar lid

Notes

Step 1: I snag my vintage mason jars at thrift stores (can you believe this one was just $0.99?). You can also find them at antique stores and flea markets, but they will be pricier.