This DIY Terrarium is made with Dollar Tree frames and can be completed for under $10!

DIY Terrarium with Dollar Tree Frames

I’ve been on a bit of a crafting whirlwind the past couple of weeks.

My niece’s joint birthday party is coming up, as well as a few other family birthdays.

My oldest niece is amazing with plants and has a total green thumb.

I thought it would be fun to make her a DIY terrarium that she could use to display a few plants or even a larger orchid.

I made a similar version a few years ago using smaller picture frames and it’s always been a favorite dollar store craft.

This time I wanted to go much larger so it would really make a statement, and also hold a few more pieces.

Another idea is to use picture frames to create a DIY card box for a graduation party or wedding.

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Here is what you need to make this pretty terrarium:

Supplies Needed For A DIY Terrarium

6 – 8×10 Dollar Tree Frames
DecoArt Suede Paint
Foam Brush
1 – 12×12 Ceramic Tile (optional)
Glass knob
E-6000

You can finish this terrarium in about an hour, minus drying time.

Remove the glass from the picture frames.

Paint the frames with whatever color paint that you like.

I used a really cool suede paint in a neutral color.

You can see how I used suede paint in navy to update a popcorn tin into a planter.

This paint has such great coverage and you only need a coat or two depending on the coverage you are looking for.

Foam brushes come in so handy for these types of paint projects.

I always make sure I have them on hand. Plus you can just toss them when you are done.

Once the pictures frames are dry, you simply glue the pieces together with E-6000.

Create a box with 4 of the frames and then glue the final two frames to the top to create a peak.

You can leave it as is, or add a bottom. I added a 12×12 marble tile to the bottom securing it with E-6000.

Now you just add your plants and you have a beautiful terrarium that would easily cost four times the amount at a home store.

If you didn’t want to add plants, you could also add battery operated candles.

I’m so happy with how it turned out and hope my niece likes it.

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Thank you for stopping by. Have a great day!

How To Make A Terrarium From Dollar Tree Frames

Yield: 1 Terrarium

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Active Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Difficulty: Easy

Estimated Cost: $10-15

Make your own beautiful DIY terrarium using dollar tree picture frames for under $10! This would make a great gift idea too. Include a live or faux plant for a thoughtful gift idea.

Materials

6 - 8x10 Picture Frames
E-6000
12x12 Ceramic Tile
Paint

Tools

Paint brush

Instructions

Remove the glass from each frame.
Paint the frames in your choice of color with a foam brush.
Let dry.
Glue 4 frames together with E-6000 to create a square.
Glue the remaining two frames to the top of the square to form a peak.
Add a 12x12 ceramic tile to the bottom of the terrarium.
Decorate with plants or battery operated candles.

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