This contributor post was written by Patty of P.S. it’s in the details.
If I could bottle spring, I would be thrilled. Spring is my favorite season—the flowers, the fresh green hues, and the feeling of new life inspire me. This DIY project is my way of celebrating that season in a jar.
Please note: this project requires some patience and basic crafting skill.
Materials
- One-gallon glass jar
- Spray paint (your choice of color)
- Three large silk flowers (about 3″ across)
- Washi tape
- Embroidery floss
- Two small, straight sticks
- Lime-green fun fur or yarn
- Heavy-duty wire
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
- Wire cutters
- Wooden spoon
Step-by-step Instructions
1. Remove the jar lid and spray paint it in a well-ventilated area. Allow it to dry completely. (For reference, I used Krylon’s Gloss Ballet Slipper.)
2. Cut three lengths of heavy-duty wire to serve as flower stems. Note: I used bark-textured coil wire, pushed the cut pieces into the ground, and spray painted them with Krylon’s Gloss Ivy Leaf to get a natural look.
3. Attach each silk flower to a wire stem using hot glue. Hold each stem in place until the glue sets enough to support the flower. (I used Prima Baroque Blooms in Deep Pink.)
4. Create a small banner from the two sticks, embroidery floss, and washi tape. Make sure the sticks fit inside the jar but are as tall as possible. Fold short pieces of washi tape over the floss and pinch closed, then trim the ends into pennant shapes.
5. Trim the wire stems to three different lengths so the flowers sit at staggered heights below the banner.
6. Carefully apply a small dollop of hot glue to the bottom of the jar and press a flower stem into it. Hold until the glue begins to set. Repeat for the remaining stems, spacing them so they form a pleasing arrangement.
7. The interior will be tighter now, so instead of dripping glue, coat the bottom of one banner stick with hot glue and gently lower it into place inside the jar. Avoid smearing glue on the glass as you guide it down. Hold until set, then repeat for the second stick.
8. Use short pieces of lime-green fun fur or yarn to create a grassy base. Gently press the pieces into place over the glued areas using a wooden spoon handle until all glue and stems are hidden and you have a smooth, grassy surface.
9. Replace the painted lid on the jar.
Ta‑da! You now have a delicate, spring-inspired terrarium—perfect to display on a shelf, mantel, or entertainment center. It brings a touch of fresh color indoors year-round without the need for live plants.
Wishing you a happy spring!
About Patty: Patty Schaffer is the owner of P.S. it’s in the details, an Etsy shop offering creative paper accents that delight. Her shop specializes in paper details for scrapbooking, card making, gift wrapping and home decor. Patty also shares DIY projects, shop updates and other creative inspiration on her blog, Capture the Details.
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