HEALDSBURG

Terrarium Crafting

Discover the captivating world of terrarium crafting while incorporating local elements that highlight the natural bounty of Sonoma County, and continue to nurture your masterpiece when you take it home.
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Create Living Art
Terrarium Crafting

Discover the captivating world of terrarium crafting—an art accessible to all. No gardening experience is needed to create these living worlds; our expert will guide you through each step. You’ll learn how to use your imagination to design a unique terrarium perfect for your spring decor, then make it a reality by arranging plants and other natural materials in a beautiful open glass vessel.

This event is open to gardeners of any level—complete beginners are most welcome. Anyone interested in connecting with plants and creating a piece of living art in a welcoming environment will enjoy this workshop.

Features

  • Skills you’ll acquire include how to prepare the optimal environment for your plants to thrive, as well as how to avoid the number one cause of death for succulents.
    By the end of the session, you’ll know how to propagate and cultivate new plants, so you can enjoy this hobby for years to come.
  • This class is a joyful way to exercise your creativity, spend time with new people, and take home your own terrarium masterpiece.
  • Expect expert guidance through the process of creating your very own ecosystem.
  • All materials and tools will be supplied. These include adequately sized glass vessels, a variety of hand-selected local plants, high-quality soil, decorative natural elements, professional-grade garden snips and long tweezers for precise crafting.
  • Appellation's chef crafted seasonal bites and local Sonoma County wines will be shared to compliment the class conversations.
Jenny Nourse
Local Artist
Jenny Nourse
Botanical Designer

Meet Jenny Nourse, the creative force behind the North Bay’s enchanting living art designs. With a background as a lead designer at Terrain – Anthropologie’s home and garden brand – she brings a wealth of expertise to her own venture, specializing in custom terrariums and bespoke botanical designs. Jenny is more than an artist; she's a curator of nature’s beauty. What sets her designs apart is the convergence of art and nature. Her integration of locally foraged elements along with fascinating treasures result in distinctive and personalized works of art. Jenny relishes the chance to connect with others in a workshop setting. Her passion and knowledge shine as she guides participants, helping them craft special pieces of their own. Her upbeat and approachable personality leaves a lasting impression on each person she meets and each space she touches.

Testimonials

"The instructor was clear and creative. It was so relaxing!" - Cathy L.
"A great 2 hours with my daughter, we loved to make cookies together." - Jennifer G.
"We learned something new and now appreciate it." - Carrie M.
"Everyone was so friendly and I met some new ladies. Thank you so much for the special time!" – Marilys G.
"I loved the people, experience, atmosphere and learning." - Diane B.
"Very straight forward step-by-step directions, clear and concise. Lots of support and encouragement." - Renee L.