Connecting with nature and your community
Our terrarium workshops are designed to nurture your mind and uplift your mood. There’s something deeply soothing about working with soil, moss, and plants. It’s a natural remedy for stress and anxiety.
These classes also provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with others in your community. We’ve witnessed countless friendships take root and thrive in this creative, welcoming space.
What can you expect from our terrarium workshops?
We offer two types of workshops. Closed tropical terrarium or open desert terrariums.
During our closed tropical terrarium workshops you will receive the following:
60oz air-tight jar (unless otherwise noted) - yes that big.
Gravel or sand for the drainage layer
Horticultural charcoal
Substrate
One palm-sized piece of moss
Plants and Clippings (amount dependent on workshop)
Decorative elements (dependent on workshop theme)
2. During our open desert terrarium workshops you will receive the following:
Large unique glass
Gravel and multiple colors of sand for the drainage layer
Desert substrate mix
Driftwood & Rocks/Minerals
2 succulents and 1 cactus
Decorative elements (dependent on workshop theme)
Each attendee will use a variety of tools we provide to craft their terrarium. Please feel free to bring any items you may want to add into your terrarium (personal crystals, figurines, fossils). We are happy to help you incorporate the items into the design.
String of Turtles
Upcoming Workshops
Check back in 2026
Prehistoric Cave Terrarium Workshop Hosted by Flight Deck Brewing Co.
SOLD OUT - THIS EVENT IS RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 3
Valentines Day Special Terrarium Workshop
Valentines Day Special Terrarium Workshop at Portland Beer Hub
Terrarium Workshop at Argenta Brewing Company
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Terrarium Decor
You can now purchase these terrarium decor items ahead of time. We will have them ready at your station when you arrive for the workshop.
Interested in hosting a terrarium workshop?
We are excited to offer terrarium workshops tailored for local breweries, business gatherings, or private parties.
We happily travel from Bath to Biddeford and take care of everything needed for a seamless experience.
From the initial setup to the final cleanup, we manage it all, ensuring that your space is left just as we found it—except with a touch of greenery!
Contact us at forgeandfernterrarium@gmail.com for more information.
FAQs
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This depends on the event location. Please reach out and ask us via instagram DM or email before ordering a ticket.
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It depends. If we have extra materials on hand, yes. It is always better to book ahead to be sure you can join the class!
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10 minutes before the class starts so you can settle in!
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Due to the nature of our workshops and preparation involved, we do not offer refunds. This applies to rescheduled events. However, we’re happy to offer you credit toward any of our upcoming workshops. Please do not reach out to us asking for an exception. To apply your ticket to another class please email us for more information - we are happy to work with you!