Make Your Own Terrarium Workshop

Create your very own miniature garden!



1.5 hours Location Petersham Class size 1 to 28 (public classes), 2 to 50   $70 - $100 ($100 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $90/guest for 5+ guests, $80/guest for 10+ guests, $70/guest for 20+ guests. $10 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

Learn the fun facts

Learn the Fun Facts

Find out why terrariums were invented and how they work.


Choose your plants and decor

Choose Your Plants and Decor

Pick from a big range of tropical or succulent plants and natural or magical decorations.


Construct your terrarium

Construct Your Terrarium

With helpful guidance and instructions, put together the different sand and soil layers and plant your baby terrarium plants. Then finish off your terrarium with some gorgeous decorations.


Watering and care

Watering and Care

Learn how to water and care for your terrarium to keep it happy for years to come.


Join us for a delightful, hands-on experience at our terrarium making workshop, presented by Wattle & Bee!
Discover the art of crafting your very own miniature indoor garden and bring a touch of nature into your living space. Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun.
Choose between a range of succulent OR tropical plants to make your terrarium extra unique.
Our experienced teachers will guide you through the step-by-step process of creating a stunning terrarium. Learn about the types of plants, containers, and techniques that make a thriving terrarium.
You not only get to choose from a diverse selection of miniature plants, but also many unique decorations to customise your terrarium and make it yours.
You can upsize your bowl from the standard 18cm diameter to a giant 25cm diameter (and get an extra plant!) for just $25. And add a special quartz crystal for just $10.
The best part? Terrariums are low-maintenance and make for a beautiful addition to your home or office. Learn how to care for your terrarium and keep it flourishing throughout the seasons.
At the end of the workshop, you'll leave with your very own handcrafted terrarium, complete with care instructions.
Note: This workshop is suitable for anyone over the age of 10.

Upcoming dates for Make Your Own Terrarium Workshop

Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 24 Oct 2026, 7:36am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

28 upcoming dates between 30 Oct 2026 and 2 Apr 2027.

  • Fri 30 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 31 Oct 2026, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Wed 4 Nov 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Sat 7 Nov 2026, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 13 Nov 2026, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 14 Nov 2026, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Wed 18 Nov 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 27 Nov 2026, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 28 Nov 2026, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Wed 2 Dec 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 11 Dec 2026, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Sat 30 Jan 2027, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 5 Feb 2027, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 6 Feb 2027, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Sat 13 Feb 2027, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 19 Feb 2027, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 20 Feb 2027, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Sat 27 Feb 2027, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 5 Mar 2027, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 6 Mar 2027, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Sat 13 Mar 2027, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 19 Mar 2027, 6:30pm-8pm
  • Sat 20 Mar 2027, 3pm-4:30pm
  • Sat 27 Mar 2027, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Fri 2 Apr 2027, 6:30pm-8pm
What you'll get
1 x open fishbowl with 3 terrarium plants, lots of decorations, and all the growing media needed for a happy terrarium.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
You are welcome to bring your own snacks or drinks. Tea and coffee are provided.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Quartz Crystal for extra magic ($10)
  • Upsized glass bowl with extra plant ($25)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

Wattle & Bee - 100 Crystal Street, Petersham NSW

Close to Petersham Train Station or parking on Brighton or Terminus Streets.

Your teacher can also travel within 10 kms of Petersham, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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  • 5/5 from Elaine Greaves, attended Oct 2026: It was so much fun to attend this class. Felicity is very friendly, fun to talk, knowledgeable and willing to help anytime in the class. She built our skills and confidence so we feel that this is something we can enjoy for years.
  • 5/5 from Stella Vasiliadis, attended Oct 2026: Great class. Easy to follow and very friendly. Option to complete a tropical or succulent plant version. Loved my finished terrarium.
  • 5/5 from Emily Fardell, attended Oct 2026: Felicity was absolutely amazing. We went for my mums 60th birthday and we all had the best time. She was humerus, knowledgeable about everything plants and happily answered all of our questions. In addition, the shop was beautiful so inspiration for the terrarium was easy!
  • 5/5 from Aylin Tutka, attended Oct 2026: Our teacher was incredible, she made the experience so much fun for both of us! Would highly recommend for everyone!!
  • 5/5 from Elissa Hagar, attended Oct 2026: Lots of fun and information. We had a great time!
  • 5/5 from Sherrie Larin, attended Oct 2026: Loved the terrarium workshop! Me and my husband enjoyed such a chill afternoon making our own terrarium! Will definitely attend more classes next time!
  • 5/5 from Ari Grant, attended Oct 2026: Felt inspired and comfortable as I created my terrarium. The instructor is knowledgeable and easy going and created a relaxing, creative environment for the group. Really enjoyed building a terrarium, there were lots of different decorative items you could include and a great range of plants - and everyone created a terrarium that looked quite different, it was great.
  • 5/5 from Jennifer Carr, attended Sep 2026: We throughly loved it. So relaxing and Felicity was a wonderful host and teacher. Highly recommend it
  • 5/5 from Rose Pan, attended Sep 2026: Jake was awesome! He explained everything really well, it was very relaxing and we had a great time :) would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to tap into their inner green thumb!
  • 5/5 from Susan Foyle, attended Aug 2026: You get everything you need to make your own beautiful terrarium plus helpful advice from your professional teacher. A lovely, creative way to spend the afternoon. I love my terrarium. Thank you so much Wattle and Bee.
  • 5/5 from Ren Caskie, attended Aug 2026: Bought this class to do with my friend for a surprise birthday present and we loved it! Very knowledgeable and passionate teacher and overall fun class
  • 5/5 from Lena Bax, attended Aug 2026: Was fab! Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Emilee Fairlie, attended Aug 2026: The class was excellent! We got some friends together, brought snacks and made some awesome terrariums. Would absolutely recommend!
  • 5/5 from Isabella Wells, attended Aug 2026: We chose Wattle & Bee’s make your own Terrarium workshop for our secret friend date. We had so much fun and love our terrariums! Jake led our session and was so knowledgeable and made the process super easy and fun… we’ll definitely be back! The store had a great selection of indoor plants too even if you weren’t after a class ‍
  • 5/5 from Amy Szutowicz, attended Aug 2026: Such a fun class for our mum group
  • 5/5 from Cathy Casey, attended Aug 2026: The class so much fun! It was well organised with clear instructions. There was a great range of plants to choose from, either tropical or succulent, as well as loads of other bits & pieces you could add to really personalised your terrarium. Wattle and Bee also provided care instructions to keep your terrarium alive and thriving when you get home.
  • 5/5 from Michelle Little, attended Jul 2026: This was a mothers day gift from my daughter and I couldn't have loved it more. Our teacher Felicity was lovely. There was an excellent selection of plants available and lots lovely things to personalise your terrarium. The venue had a warm and cosy feel. Highly recommended!
  • 5/5 from Sally Eiffert, attended Jul 2026: We attended this workshop as part of a whimsical themed hen’s and it was perfect! Felicity was an amazing host and the two hours flew by! Instructions were easy and everyone’s terrarium looked so great. Definitely recommend!
  • 5/5 from Erin Leite, attended Jul 2026: I had a fantastic time! Felicity was lovely and a pleasure to learn from. My favourite part was adding the decorations, and being able to choose from a variety of items. I will definitely book another class soon. I am very happy with my terrarium
  • 5/5 from Reka Sankar, attended Jul 2026: Loved the activity. Very informative and enjoyable. Teacher was great! Did it as a family. What a great time together! creative, fun and connecting with nature!
  • 5/5 from Kieran Zautsen, attended Jul 2026: We booked this for our EOFY celebration, and it was honestly such a wonderful time!! Jake matched our energy and made everyone feel so comfortable. We had so much fun, such a wholesome and joyful activity. 10/10 would recommend.
  • 5/5 from Victoria Springett, attended Jul 2026: Great class, lovely instructor, gift card easy to use. Lovely time had by all.
  • 5/5 from Karen Spiteri, attended Jul 2026: Had a great time, Felicity was amazing and very knowledgeable, would recommend, great class, thank you
  • 5/5 from Deval Patel, attended Jun 2026: It was a truly wonderful experience creating a terrarium. Thank you so much Felicity. I really appreciate the knowledge, time & the effort you shared with us. Cheers!
  • 5/5 from Krystal Blond, attended Jun 2026: Really lovely space and welcoming instructor. Had a lovely time!
  • 5/5 from Lynne Paisley, attended Jun 2026: Great class with very knowledgeable teachers. Fantastic range of plants and decorations to amp up your creativity. Extremely easy to use my gift card. Highly recommend it for a fun and interactive activity.
  • 5/5 from Wendy Near, attended Jun 2026: This workshop was so much fun and well worth the money. Everyone was lovely and there was a variety of items to decorate my terrarium with.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Payton, attended May 2026: The class was great I had an amazing time the teacher was absolutely lovely
  • 5/5 from Chad Holmes, attended May 2026: Such a fun afternoon Left with big smiles, awesome terrariums and even a couple of extra plants off the shelves Can wait to come back for the kokedama workshop Would highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Sally Lambrousis, attended May 2026: Fabulous expereience! Felicity was an absolute delight, very informative within a very relaxing environment.
  • 5/5 from Martin H Edmilao, attended May 2026: Great class and we had lots of fun! Felicity is such a great teacher and gave us excellent tips to make our own terrarium feel like little cosy plant homes. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Hannah Braun, attended May 2026: Felicity was so amazing and it was timed perfectly! Just enough instruction to make something great while still being creative :)
  • 5/5 from Jessica McIntosh, attended May 2026: I went with my friend and we loved it and had a really good time! Felicity is an awesome teacher and extremely helpful
  • 5/5 from Finlay Clayworth, attended May 2026: Great fun, no experience required. Thoroughly recommend
  • 5/5 from Narelle Hughes, attended May 2026: Loved this class, Felicity was amazing, very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I would recommend this class to anyone and I think kids would love it, easy to get to, heaps of options for plants, soils and decorations. Thanks for a wonderful afternoon Felicity.
  • 5/5 from Luca Craig-Cifali, attended Apr 2026: My partner and I had a great time learning about and making our terrariums. Our teacher was friendly and knowledgeable. The options of plants and decorations for the terrariums helped us make our terrariums creative and unique.
  • 5/5 from Andrew and Medina, attended Apr 2026: This class was fun, laid back and relaxing with such a great selection of plants it was hard to choose! My husband and I love our new terrariums. Thanks Felicity
  • 5/5 from Taylor Rundell, attended Apr 2026: Went with my partner as a Christmas gift. Felicity was lovely, the space was well equipped and the workshop was great value. Lovely working on something that you can take home with you.
  • 5/5 from Maria Fernanda Camargo Moreno, attended Apr 2026: Love it! My friend and I had an amazing time!
  • 5/5 from Lily Leece, attended Apr 2026: Lovely terrarium making class, very relaxing and Felicity was so knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
  • 5/5 from Ula Llewellyn, attended Apr 2026: Great class and teacher
  • 5/5 from Dewi Shinta, attended Apr 2026: We had so much fun and so happy to be able to bring home our own terrarium. The whole experience were amazing. So glad we did it ️
  • 5/5 from Christine Robinson, attended Apr 2026: Team building. We learnt how to plant and look after plants. The teacher was excellent, knowledgeable, culturally safe and respectful, informative and patient. Atmosphere was great, they created a fantastic space for team building and interaction. I liked the choices of plants and decorations, as well as the goodies you could purchase after the session. Thoroughly enjoyed it and I love my finished work.
  • 4/5 from Lisa Krug, attended Apr 2026: This was a lot of fun, allowing for creativity and choices to accessorise the terrarium. Useful information about plants.
  • 5/5 from Nancy Wang, attended Mar 2026: Love the class. Fun instructor!
  • 5/5 from Liz Asher, attended Mar 2026: My Aunt and I had the best time. All products used is top quality. Friendly service and relaxing atmosphere. I will definitely be going again.
  • 5/5 from Emma Ho, attended Mar 2026: Had the most wonderful time celebrating my 30th at Wattle & Bee. Flick was so accommodating and knowledgeable. The space was gorgeous in its own right and everyone had so much fun. So many options to decorate the terrarium. Definitely one of my new favourite plant shops and inspiration for my home!
  • 5/5 from Natalie Liang, attended Mar 2026: Super fun and relaxing class! The host was so passionate and knowledgeable! Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Carina Salvemini, attended Feb 2026: This class was excellent, I recommend it whether you’re a green thumb or not. Felicity made everything so easy; it was calming, educational and importantly, I now have a wonderful terrarium that I love and will display proudly.
  • 5/5 from Marcia Sepulveda, attended Feb 2026: I really enjoyed, the teacher is very lovely and friendly. I will be back for sure.
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Wattle & Bee
Wattle & Bee

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female Women-owned

Nestled within a serene, botanical boutique in the heart of Sydney's Inner West, you'll discover a vibrant workshop space, fully equipped for you to level up your plant skills.
At Wattle & Bee we understand that learning is most effective when it's interactive. Our classes, such as "Create Your Own Terrarium" and "Plant Hospital, " are hands-on and practical, designed to help you develop the skills you need to become a successful plant parent.
Guiding each class is Felicity, a qualified horticulturalist and the proud owner of our charming shop. With Felicity's expert support, you'll receive the perfect level of guidance tailored to your individual experience and comfort.
We can't wait to share the magic of the plant world with you!
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