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DIY Terrarium

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diy terrarium

Mi mami (mom) has a green thumb, I do not.  I’m pretty sure she can revive a dead plant that been dead for weeks. When we were out and about, she was always looking at the plants, trees and flowers that were around us.

When we moved to a new home it didn’t take long before we had roses overflowing in our yard. I love this about her! I did get her love for plants and flowers, but unfortunately I can not keep them alive.

succulents

So succulents, cacti type of plants are my best friend. Well, once I actually killed a cactus plant and almost cried about it. But I’ve tried to erase this from my memory especially when I walk into a nursery and drool at the beauties before me.

Well, if you’re like me and love making your house more homier this is the trick–plants. Plants naturally help set a frescura y pureza (fresh and pure) ambience.  Scents also help set a cozy type of atmosphere in your home which I talk more about below.

I am happy to report that I have successfully kept my succulent plants alive! If I can do it so can you. Jus forget about that cactus experience I shared above.

If you still need more encouragement to get you to buy those plants, I’m sharing below a tutorial for a DIY terrarium. Also, know that plants are a powerhouse of wellness! Because plants are living things they literally bring life into your home.  Plants bring wellness in your home because it improves the air you breathe. So go outdoors and find ways to bring nature indoors.  You don’t have to spend a lot of money to do this you can create small little terrariums to place throughout your home using succulent type of plants that don’t need lots of water or sun.

Not convinced yet? Check this out: You probably know that plants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen; plants in your home are no exception. Oxygen affects every part of your body and mind, and making sure you get quality air is essential to your well-being.

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DIY Terrarium

One of things I did was make a terrarium with my preschooler to set the mood for our dining room table also known as my office.  He absolutely loved creating something that was going to set at our dinner table.

Supplies:

  • Sand
  • potting soil
  • rocks
  • succulent plants
  • glass vase or jar

1. Start off by placing sand at the bottom of your jar, then add potting soil.

2. This is optional but you can add rocks or more sand for a decorative look.

3. Then top with more soil and place your succulent plants inside.

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These plants will only need about 1 tablespoon water a month.  That’s it!

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I love all things that smell pretty and wax cubes help set the mood in our home. I used to have a collection of candles but after discovering wax melts I started using those mostly because I love changing the scent depending on my mood also wax melts are small and easy to store.  Before I had a cabinet full of used candles that took up a lot of space and often got forgotten in the piles. So for the past five years I’ve been using a candle warmer and wax melts. They are very easy to use! Just plug in the Wax Melts warmer, drop one cube on the tray, and you will see how it rapidly melts filling your house with delicious aromas. If I didn’t have time to clean but I want a fresh scent in our home I just use the  Clean Linen® wax melt.

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