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Tiny World Terrariums: A Step-by-Step Guide to Easily Contained Life [Paperback]

Michelle Inciarrano , Katy Maslow
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Book Description

May 1, 2012
Terrariums are a vibrant, unique way to inject a little greenery into any home. In Tiny World Terrariums, authors Katy and Michelle of Brooklyn’s celebrated Twig Terrariums offer step-by-step instructions for building your own, from selecting glass containers to layering soil and filtration to adding moss, succulents, and other plants. To give each terrarium a whimsical, personal touch, Katy and Michelle demonstrate how to use tiny figurines and toys to create to-scale scenes, such as a couple at their wedding, a CSI crime scene, and Central Park in springtime. Photos of gorgeous finished terrariums and detailed instructions will empower anyone—whether green-thumbed or not—to create their own Lilliputian worlds.

Praise for Tiny World Terrariums:

"Terrariums have been popular with adults since Victorian times. But Katy Maslow and Michelle Inciarrano, authors of Tiny World Terrariums, make a case for younger enthusiasts too . . . Their enclosed gardens range from sophisticated to silly, with dinosaurs, unicorns and an array of other figurines telling enchanting stories in mossy tableaux. Their wonderful book provides detailed instructions to guide you through the process." —Chicago Tribune

“[The authors] provide all the information needed to create the five layers of a
terrarium . . . inspiration for readers who want to make their own mini world.” —Better Homes & Gardens Country Gardens (Spring 2013 issue)

"I've been reading my fair share of how-to books on [terrariums] but I have a brand new favorite. Hands down . . . The tips on plant selection, preparation, and planting are the best I’ve seen (I learned a lot!)." —Babble.com

"The book provides all the necessary instructions to create successfully healthy terrariums . . . But illustrations are the real delight. They show all sorts of tiny world photos labeled with container types, plant names, and more so you can more easily create contained life exactly as you envision it.” —Wired.com

"If you love terrariums as much as we do, this is going to rock your world: Brooklyn-based Twig Terrariums will be selling a photographic collection of their finest miniature green gardens . . . with a step-by-step guide to creating tiny themed worlds that even the least green-thumbed person will be able to make and maintain.” —Inhabitat.com

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About the Author

Katy Maslow and Michelle Inciarrano own the Brooklyn-based company Twig Terrariums, through which they run popular terrarium workshops and sell DIY kits and finished terrariums nationwide. Their work has been featured in the New York Times and on the blog Design*Sponge. Visit twigterrariums.com.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 120 pages
  • Publisher: STC Craft/A Melanie Falick Book; 1 edition (May 1, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1584799641
  • ISBN-13: 978-1584799641
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.6 x 9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,737 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars can't wait to buy me some moss April 21, 2012
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ooh i get to write the first review. i just stumbled into the world of terraring and was looking for a book to learn the basics and get some inspiration. from the cover it seemed like Tiny World was geared towards the kind i had in mind - ones that incorporate figures to make fun, scenic worlds - and it is. i think this book did a great job of explaining how to create terrariums in a direct step-by-step manner and now feel equipped to give terraring a try. the second half of the book is filled with photos of the many beautiful terrariums the authors have created (although they are kind of similar...), and each one comes with details about what was used so the reader can replicate them. the book is geared towards beginners, but could offer inspiration to anyone.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A little bit of green for those without a garden June 20, 2012
Format:Paperback
I've always loved plants. Gardens. Forests. Parks. The problem was; although I wanted, no needed, to have more green things on my life; I didn't have the space or the funding to actually create a plant-filled space for myself. I may have not been exactly blessed with a green thumb either.
I decided to try a new approach to "indoor gardening" and bought Tiny World Terrariums. Filled with great ideas, easy to follow instructions, and wonderful care tips; I finally have been able to create my own terrarium. And it's not dying. Hooray!
The part about this book that makes it more than just a terrarium how-to guide is how the authors have literally created their own miniature plant-filled worlds. Their terrarium illustrations show beautiful small scale scenes complete with tiny animals and people. And then they provide step by step instructions on how to recreate them! The creations are truly beautiful and completely elevate the idea of crafting a terrarium to so much more than just putting plants under glass.
I highly recommend this book: not only is it quite informative, but inspiring as well.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars All You Need to Create Your Own Tiny World June 20, 2012
Format:Paperback
I've been talking about creating a terrarium for months now and was over the moon when my sister surprised me with this book. I had looked at some online guides and flipped through other books about getting started but was a little bit intimidated -- it seemed like this might really be HARD. This book resolved that fear entirely. The authors really break down the projects into simple, easy to follow instructions. The pictures are lovely and inspiring but what really made me happy was how detailed and richly imagined the "tiny worlds" were. Some of the other guides I've seen covered the basic "how to" stuff but left out the details that truly personalize your project and make the finished product shine. If you're looking for fresh ideas on containers, super actionable instructions and thoughtful suggestions for making your terrarium come alive, this is the book for you.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars Needs more
I was expecting more from this book, it feel short for what I was expecting. Most of the projects are the same, it would have been nice to see more range.
Published 13 days ago by Angela Morgan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Gift!!
I gave this as a gift to a crafty friend with a new apothocary jar, moss, dirt, rocks and some minitures--SHE LOVED IT!!!!! Very cute and back in style little craft!!
Published 13 days ago by amanda
5.0 out of 5 stars Tiny World Terrariums: A Step-by-Step Guide...
This is the best terrarium book I have ever read. I loved how they decorated the tiny worlds! I even lent it to a friend and I think she is going to buy a copy of the book--also... Read more
Published 20 days ago by Marsha Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm Addicted
Good descriptions and terrific photos. I love the concept of extending the lush terrarium experience with a "story" created by little figures. Read more
Published 23 days ago by Carpsmarsh
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
This is a very informative book with lots of pictures along with the instructions. Can't wait to get started making the terrariums!
Published 1 month ago by VJSPERRY
4.0 out of 5 stars Great details!
This book gives the details I needed to know about setting up a closed terrarium. I was inspired by the examples and design possibilites.
Published 2 months ago by D. Zehr
4.0 out of 5 stars Tiny Worlds Terrariums
This is a decent book with good instructions. The pictures are great and fun to look at. I would recommend it.
Published 2 months ago by Kathie Helmericks
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
This book has helped me design and make several terrariums now. Great landscaping and unusual vessels to create in. Love it and everyone I've given a terrarium to is impressed.
Published 2 months ago by Ms K
3.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive, but Moss-Heavy
I thought this was a very comprehensive book with how to form and manage a terrarium and also giving some neat examples. It was very easy to follow and had cool pictures. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Brad
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
Enjoyed this very amusing and informative book. Of the few books on terrariums out there, I found it to be well written and presented in a way that was practical in describing how... Read more
Published 2 months ago by RB3
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