Jennifer Perkins is the woman behind the blog, book, and jewelry website Naughty Secretary Club. What you probably don’t know about Jennifer is that she has a small fetish for terrariums — so much so that she dedicated an entire week on her blog to the homes for gnomes. Check out her blog to learn about the top 10 terrarium tutorials of the web, a journey back in terrarium time, how to make a wedding themed terrarium, and a terrarium shopping guide. Here’s Jennifer.
My love for terrariums began as a centerpiece. Several years ago one of my fellow Austin Craft Mafia members was getting hitched, and in true crafty style, she asked our little group to whip up the centerpieces for her wedding, in lieu of buying a gift to celebrate her nuptials. As I sat looking at my collection of vintage wedding cake toppers, it dawned on me that a wedding themed terrarium would be perfect. Terrariums are no longer just homes for gnomes: they are centerpieces, home décor, jewelry and more.
AlasMyDear is my kinda Etsian, making a terrarium wearable. $14.
Geninne has whipped up a terrarium that does not need a lick of sunlight. $25.
Most terrariums have a gnome residing, but not theblackapple‘s version: a cute little pair of love birds call her terrarium home. $18.
Vintage House Plant Water Garden and Terraiums Books
This book is a must if you are thinking of planting a terrarium. From Gopherella, $14.
Have you ever wanted to rest your sleepy head on a terrarium? Prettylilthings and her plushies have now made it possible. $38.
SALE – REDUCED Rare Kitsch – Faux Terrarium Inflatable Footstool
When your dogs are barking, take a load off with erratichabits‘ vintage inflatable terrarium footstool. $60.
Vintage 1973 The Terrarium Book Illustrated
Vintagejunque has just the book to get you started on your first terrarium. $5.50.
emmaklingbeil has a fun array of terrarium prints. $13.
Prefer your terrariums subtle and sweet? doodleandhoob have just the print for you. $20.
Terrarium Kit with Vintage Gnome and Deer
Check out my line of Crafty Curios to find the perfect terrarium accoutrements. By NaughtySecretaryClub, $10.
Send your friends a terrarium-gram with one of these blank cards by bestiaryink. $10.
House Plants For The Purple Thumb Book
No need to fret about making your terrarium! storybookcharm has a book that will hold your hand through the entire process. $7.
Check out terrarium week on the Naughty Secretary Club Blog, and look at all the pretty terrarium pictures on Flickr!
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93 comments
Sign in to add your ownmichelemaule says:
Nice! Great finds! :)
2 years ago
thestapeliacompany says:
Oh terrariums, why do we love you so? I want all of these items. There's something wonderful about things under glass that grow.
2 years ago
TheCottageCheese says:
Fun terrarium finds that are require no watering whatsoever! Love the articles on NaughtySecretaryClub's blog!
2 years ago
Krystyna81 says:
very fun :)
2 years ago
rkdsign88 says:
Lovely terrarium find!
2 years ago
IrinaPhotography says:
So cute-) I like something growing in bottles-)
2 years ago
fromlucywithlove says:
Nice theme and finds!
2 years ago
MissTessaMelissa says:
Jennifer, big fan here! You can always find the most awesome people here in Austin. :)
2 years ago
michon says:
adorable, off to read your blog :)
2 years ago
Biologie says:
Okay, I am now a huge fan of terrariums because of this article! Off to check out the blog too! ^-^
2 years ago
dragonhouseofyuen says:
a terrarium book from 1973 - groovy baby!! if all houseplants are potted in large sided glass containers we could all have enormous terrariums! (just need some komodos to put inside eeks!)
2 years ago
beachhouseblues says:
I haven't seen terrariums in years!
2 years ago
MademoiselleG says:
Love the terrarium table ^^
2 years ago
4TheSparrowsNest says:
There's a plethora of terrarium goods here on Etsy....so many artists are so creative with them! I have a cute little terrarium necklace with a butterfly and toadstool mushroom.. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25906102
2 years ago
Greenbriar says:
This is wonderful! I sell terrariums and really appreciated all the great articles about the craft. I bought the BlackApple Terrarium Print for my husband for our anniversary. I could not have imagined anything more perfect especially when our house has turned into one big terrarium! My husband loved it and immediately hung it up!
2 years ago
NaughtySecretaryClub says:
so glad everyone is enjoying the finds. I had tons of fun hunting for them. Glad everyone is enjoying the articles on my blog too.
2 years ago
PipocaHandmade says:
I love terrariums, especially making them with my little one! These are great picks...and I love the kit!
2 years ago
CarryTheWord says:
How cute!
2 years ago
HopePhotoArt says:
Fabulous! Great idea for someone who has a small space!
2 years ago
fairiesnest says:
These are so much fun!
2 years ago
VintageEye says:
i still feel guilty about the terrarium i killed when i was in eighth grade. i'm gonna' go have a good cry now. (i swear i hear it crying out to me in my sleep!)
2 years ago
cottonbirddesigns says:
Great finds!
2 years ago
Geninne says:
I love terrariums! They're like little worlds of wonder. Great article :) Thank you so much for showcasing my print, I'm really honored!
2 years ago
odiliafu says:
Really cute!! Love the terrarium theme.
2 years ago
IcingOnTheCupcake says:
Great theme, love the hanging orb cards!
2 years ago
foxtrailgeneralstore says:
Terrariums are so cool! I love this article.
2 years ago
DeNovoStyle says:
Cool, I had one as a kid!
2 years ago
SundraSandrusi says:
This is wonderful!
2 years ago
selflesh says:
Why don't I have a terrarium? Lovely little write up and collection. Geninne's piece is super!!!
2 years ago
SundraSandrusi says:
This is wonderful!
2 years ago
BabbidgePatch says:
Great collection ~ I can see why Jennifer has a fetish for these :)
2 years ago
workingforpeanuts says:
oooh! So nice! All of us peanut people love to linger around terrariums. A nice bit of coolness. Ya, we're down for that!
2 years ago
Gopherella says:
I love terraiums, they are fun to make with kids. We made one for my mom for Mother's Day. Thank you for including my terrarium book.
2 years ago
EJPcreations says:
Soooo cute!!! Kawaii!!!!
2 years ago
yaelfran says:
adorable gnomes!!!!!!
2 years ago
undertheroot says:
fun!
2 years ago
PeekoApparel says:
ADORABLE!
2 years ago
kmwatkins says:
Very cool!
2 years ago
PardonMyVintage says:
How nifty! I just checked out your week 'o terrariums at your blog last night, and there are lots of fun finds here as well. Makes me want to hang on to the glass mushroom jar I've got hanging around the shop. :D
2 years ago
maclancy says:
I have always been fascinated by the little world that lives under the glass..you have done justice to this sweet smelling and always magical world of terrariums! thank you!!
2 years ago
Fishstikks says:
Always had a "thing" for terrariums and this little trip down nostalgia lane was wonderful! Such great terrarium finds you have here as well!! Thank you!
2 years ago
themefragrance says:
Love all the terrariums...made two for my backyard in bkyln looking for the perfect mini gnomes to live there! thank you for the article!
2 years ago
funkeyfinds says:
this is a great post~ so naturey
2 years ago
ScottieinaCanoe says:
I LOVE terrariums....I can remember one that my great-grandmother had in her dining room. I was always fascinated with it:)
2 years ago
vintagejunque says:
Cool article and finds, thanks for including my book. I just luv your blog.
2 years ago
VintageBookStore says:
Awesome!!! now I want to make a gnome home!
2 years ago
MyJunkyTrunk says:
Wow, really interesting finds!
2 years ago
beautifulbridget says:
These are so lovely and fun!!
2 years ago
MintyFreshFusions says:
funny, a few of mine mine even snuck into my avatar today!!! :] I second that they're fun to do with kids, my daughter is 2 and we got our moss in the woods next to the hotel we stayed in on a family vacation, and she helped put dirt in their containers to plant them when we got home. They're a fun reminder of our mini-vacation, for both of us!
2 years ago
storybookcharm says:
...can't thank you enough for including me and my shoppe! Such a great story! :D ~michelle
2 years ago
2Parises says:
I love terrariums!! I think you have given me some inspiration to create one for my home. Cheers!!!
2 years ago
MyGrandmasAttic says:
So great. I love these.
2 years ago
owleyedesigns says:
love the terrarium cards!
2 years ago
EyePopArt says:
I totally cracked up over "Have you ever wanted to rest your sleepy head on a terrarium?"
2 years ago
jemmetals says:
wow that terrarium foot stool is insane! so tacky its come full circle to awesome!
2 years ago
aimeesarmoire says:
I have become SOOOOO obsessed with all things mossy & terrarium-related that I've turned the guest room into a "moss-o-rarium," planted tiny hostas in mossy-covered pots, and have started painting a bunch of miniature wooden terrariums, for people who can even kill moss :)
2 years ago
VitalTemptation says:
Interesting idea!
2 years ago
lovelygifts says:
Very cute
2 years ago
FableBay says:
very creative!!
2 years ago
zeropumpkin says:
like the wild mushroom :)
2 years ago
midnightcoiler says:
Darling, and often a good way to upcycle!
2 years ago
knitalatte says:
i love terrariums and geninne and emily are two of my very favorite artists. i have a few posts on my blog about terrariums and intelligent neglect. http://resurrectionfern.typepad.com/resurrection_fern/2009/02/intelligent-neglect.html
2 years ago
younghairlove says:
There is something about terrarium isn't it? Probably owning a little bit of a world in a glass!! You go girl!!
2 years ago
metzypants says:
Wonderful :)
2 years ago
littlepinkpebble says:
i love the painting~!!
2 years ago
lepetitvulcan says:
i have always loved terrariums! Great stuff to see!
2 years ago
erratichabits says:
Love it, love it, love it! Thanks for adding my tacky little footstool!! xo
2 years ago
mojospastyle says:
I have bought prints from the Black Apple and I love them. There are so many talented artists on Etsy!
2 years ago
RomanceCatsAndWhimsy says:
Love the terrarium print by theblackapple. Great article and finds!
2 years ago
jjbackman says:
I never thought much about terrariums but your article caught my eye. I think I have a new interest :-)
2 years ago
OneEcoTree says:
Oh my goodness I LOVE these! BEAUTIFUL brooch!!! Plants are awesome!
2 years ago
terrariooms says:
Great information for the terrarium lover in all of us!
2 years ago
summerground says:
Lovely. Cute wonderland of great finds.
2 years ago
doodleandhoob says:
Yay! Love all of these! Off to find some moss...
2 years ago
Iammie says:
Nice stuffs!
2 years ago
lovahandmade says:
Cute! I totally want that footstool!
2 years ago
adoreneko says:
Fun terrarium finds. Love the moss ones!
2 years ago
soule says:
Cute!
2 years ago
YesWeeKend says:
Art works about terrariums are great! Well done Jennifer
2 years ago
ArtDecoDame says:
so cute!
2 years ago
Morado says:
I've always wanted to get a nice Terrariums for my office. Anyone out there? :o) http://twitter.com/MoradoShop
2 years ago
blendastudio says:
So inspiring to peek inside a terrarium and dream!
2 years ago
Radness says:
Yay terraniums!
2 years ago
AlasMyDear says:
ooh! <3<3<3 terrariums...i've got one in nearly every room! and thanks Jennifer for putting my little pin up there :)
2 years ago
LHogan says:
Inspired to make a terranium now! Go gnomes! Great list and article!
2 years ago
HeartlessArts says:
perfect for Spring time!
2 years ago
LuvtoMakeit4U says:
I love that little terrarium plush and those itty bitty round houses.
2 years ago
thecuriousbiologist says:
Thank you for posting this. It has really sparked my creativity!
2 years ago
creationsnthings says:
How retro! My Mom had a terrarium back in the 70's. It was all the rage back then too! It's so fun to see these things come back around again.
2 years ago
lazydoll says:
HOW CUTE~~ love these awesome things~
2 years ago
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2 years ago
FunktapusDesigns says:
I LOOOOOOOOVE me some terrariums! Actually just wrote an article on responsible terrarium-making... http://funktapus.wordpress.com/2009/11/02/is-your-terrarium-really-environmentally-conscious/
2 years ago