Last year swirled around me like a wind storm. Like every year before it, 2011 was filled with great, joyous highs, somber lows, proud accomplishments, times of growth, moments of extreme challenge, constant learning, and lots of appreciation for the things I have.
Every new year, I tend to make resolutions that fizzle out after a few weeks. So this year, instead of making firm resolutions that I will inevitably end up letting go of, I just want take each day and make the most of it.
One way for me to do this, is by crafting, gardening, writing and staying inspired. When too many days pass and I haven’t made something by hand, I start to feel uneasy… So over the weekend, I potted up these little snail shell succulent gardens. It’s such a small, simple garden- but because of the tiny size, these shell-potted succulents will need more watering and observation than normal succulent gardens- hopefully forcing me to slow down and really take stock of each day.
To make your own shell-potted succulents, you will only need some small-growing succulents, large snail shells and potting soil.
I selected some succulents cuttings that had begun to root, and pushed a few small plants into each of the shells. Then, I filled the shells with damp potting soil.
As I potted them up, each shell immediately transformed into a miniature world.
I now have them arranged around the house, as well as in the garden.
Whether my little shells will help me slow down and take in each moment will remain to be seen, but I sure love the way they look in my kitchen and appreciate that these small, simple gardens have given me inspiration for additional plant-based crafts…
Hope you enjoy!
This is so cute. It makes my heart hurt.
Finally, a reason to buy more shells!
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Adorable! and very well done! I’ve got a ton of shells in my craft room and I think I can make some of these!
Love it!
I love the plants I will have to do some of these..I have a perfect spot for them.
These are ridiculously cute! I often put shells next to plants as decorations but never thought of turning them upside down and putting more plants in them. Love it!
Thank you all so much! So glad you like these as much as I do
xoxo
radmegan
These are so lovely! My mom used to have one as a magnet on her refrigerator, but I never thought of making one!
thiis is amazing! i love this.
These are sweet. Thanks for sharing!
Those really are cute – I love miniature things *sigh*. What on earth is that little tree like succulent? I need some shells…
It’s so lovely Megan. I liked it n blogged about it !
I love it! This is something I’m excited to try-thanks a lot for sharing
What A wonderful idea thanks for sharing.
Thanks everyone! xoxo
Found this post through Dainty Squid…. What an awesome idea- I’m planning my wedding and want succulents everywhere!
http://rambletimesthree.blogspot.com/2012/01/wedding-flowers.html
@nickohlaa xx
I have a little succulent garden of my own and am always looking for more ways to display them. this is something i will def be doing
Defintely worth trying! I love the miniature succulents!
radmegan, do you have an email address? i’ve been trying to contact you, but i am at a loss! case.kelli@gmail.com (:
oh i didn’t even let you know, i want to know where on earth you got the mini succulents and the easiest place to buy the snails? i’m dying to make these! i’ll link up to your blog when i share my own creations!
That,s so neat. I was strolling around lake Michigan when i came upon a great piece of drift would with little legs. It set,s on it,s own and the are these narley little arm,s that hold a sea shell that i have. Thanks to you im on my way to the local green house to by some succulants to plant up my driftwood sea shell. I will try and publish a picture. Gary Mcnamara
So stinkin’ cute. Perfect for a snail-lovin’ friend of mine. I may have to make some.
These are so lovely!
I will totally try that, with the help of my little daughter, – she will love that, too.
Thank you for sharing!
Really really cute! I was looking for some cool ideas for my garden project and this is perfect – thanks for sharing
That is a totally cool idea for succulents! But be careful with the shells! They could get damaged by leftover water in the shells!
This is so cute! I am definitely going to try this 😀
I like your mini gardens & shells. Thanks for the information.
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It s pretty simple from here: put a thumbful of potting soil into the shell, transplant your chosen succulent(s), and
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I am highly impressed by these succulent flowers.