Office
Tigers Eye, Clear Quartz- The workspace needs concentration, focus, and organization to promote an efficient pace of productivity and innovation.
Kitchen
Citrine, Clear Quartz- Boosts positivity and liveliness, as the kitchen also needs expressiveness in creating nourishments.
Living Room
The Amethyst is known for relaxation and offers calming energy, great for a room where people chill out after a hard day's work or where guests talk and hang out.
Bathroom
Rose Quartz, Clear Quartz- This is where most of your self-care and routines start and end, as these quartz represent love (either as a reminder to others or yourself) and are essential for a tranquil environment to begin or finish a hard day's work.
Bedroom
Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Clear Quartz- Rest is key for replenishing energy, and these crystals could aid towards better sleep in general, radiating peaceful energy in the bedroom.
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Written By: Andrew Kim
]]>Bonsai Care Instructions: Light: Bonsai trees need plenty of light to continue growing. 5-6 hours of sunlight daily is recommended. Watering: Bonsai trees prefer water regularly. When the topsoil feels completely dry, your bonsai needs more water! To water, simply pour over the plant and allow it to flow into the soil. Fill drip pan with water as well to ensure bottom area of bonsai is being hydrated.
]]>Bonsai Care Instructions: Light: Bonsai trees need plenty of light to continue growing. 5-6 hours of sunlight daily is recommended. Watering: Bonsai trees prefer water regularly. When the top
]]>Succulents are colorful, visually striking, and easy to maintain plants that are ideal for beginner and expert gardeners alike. These are drought-resistant and easily adapt to dry environments. Adding a charming plant like this at home or collecting different types of succulents will bring more life to your living surroundings.
Growing succulents doesn't have to be difficult. Know the basics of succulent care to keep your plants happy and healthy!
Succulents have the same basic needs, and they can grow inside the house, indoor garden, or outdoors. Here are the main factors to consider when caring for succulents:
Don’t settle for the standard potting soil
Choose a well-draining soil instead. You can use a gardening soil at home then add pumice or perlite mixture. Cactus soil is a good option or you can make your own mixture by combining pine bark fines, turface, and crushed granite.
Avoid exposing the succulents to extreme temperature
The temperature needs to be warm, but not extreme, for the succulents to thrive. Extremely hot weather can cause the soil to be too dry which may lead the succulents drooping. Meanwhile, intense or colder temperatures may freeze the water stored in the plant and damage the plant tissue.
Place the plant in a sunny spot
Three to six hours a day is the recommended sunlight exposure for succulents.
It's best to keep them exposed in the morning sunlight since the afternoon sun can be intense and may damage the plants. Too much sunlight can cause “sunburn” on the leaves of your succulent.
Choose a container with drainage
Terra cotta pots are known as the best choice for beginners. If you want to use glass or plastic, make sure they have holes at the bottom to promote drainage.
Water according to season
Water the soil directly every seven to ten days during summer. In winter, watering becomes less frequent which can be around once or twice a month.
Don’t use spray bottles for watering
Spraying water on your succulent can result in moldy leaves and brittle roots. It’s better to use a container with a spout to water the soil directly. A pipette is a good choice for smaller succulents since it delivers water to the soil in a lesser amount.
Let the soil dry first before watering again
Press a finger onto the soil first to see if it’s damp or dry. This will help you know if it needs to be watered again. Let the soil become bone dry before watering it to avoid killing your succulent.
Get rid of bugs using a horticultural spray and well-draining soil
Succulents may get gnats if your soil is too wet so make sure don’t overwater and you use well-draining soil. Succulents may also get scale and mealybugs but you can treat this problem by spraying horticultural (Neem) oil weekly. Alcohol can also get rid of mealybugs.
Use fertilizer in summer
Fertilizers can help your succulents grow healthier if done in growing seasons like spring and summer-- but don't over fertilize your succulents! It might grow too fast which can cause it to be brittle.
You can mix in some granular fertilizer to the soil while repotting your plant. Liquid fertilizer also works well especially if you're not planning to repot the succulents.
These are some extra tips you need to take note of if you plan to grow your succulent inside your home:
Place the succulents near a bright window
Don’t place your succulents near vents, electronics, or dark corners. Succulents placed indoors may not get enough sunlight so the near the window is your best option.
Remember to rotate the succulent frequently to expose all sides to the sunlight.
Keep them away from children and pets
Make sure the succulents are out of reach of younger children and pets. Some succulents have large and pointed stalks which can cause an injury when played with.
Clean the leaves
After some time, your succulent may look cloudy or grayish which may delay its growth. Use a damp cloth or a soft paintbrush to remove dust and dirt without damaging the leaves. This will help your succulent look lively and healthier again.
Let some fresh air in
Open your windows! Your succulent need to breathe and will benefit from the fresh air to grow better.
Outdoor succulents need specific care guides, too. Here are some tips you can use to ensure that your plants will grow healthy.
Choose the right location
Succulents need more light and less water. If you're planning to plant the succulent in your outdoor garden, make sure that the surrounding plants fit the same needs as succulents.
Consider placing the succulent in a different location where they can thrive if it doesn't fit your current garden.
Consider placing succulents in a container
If your area has extreme weather depending on the season, it's ideal to plant your succulents in transportable, lightweight containers. Easily move the succulents to a shadier area to avoid the sunburn or indoor when the temperature changes during wintertime.
Be sure to keep these tips in mind to keep your succulents healthy!
Succulents are an interesting addition inside your home or outdoor garden. We have a variety of DIY succulents kits and accessories which you can start with. Visit our website for details.
]]>Want to add more succulents to your garden? There’s no need to spend a fortune on a new one! Succulents can propagate from seeds, cuttings, offsets, and other parts of the plant.
]]>Succulents can propagate from seeds, cuttings, offsets, and other parts of the plant. Multiply your succulents to fill your garden or share it with friends!
Learn basic ways of succulent propagation to help you start growing your garden.
Pick a healthy and growing mother plant to successfully propagate it. For most succulent propagation, you'll need to remove a part from the mother plant.
Take care of it afterward by letting the cut part callus over for a few days. You can resume watering and treating the mother plant like normal once the area where you removed the stem or leaf has callused.
Check out the different types of succulent propagation:
Have you noticed that some leaves fell from your succulent? Don’t throw them yet! You can use the leaves to propagate a succulent.
Sedum and echeverias are some of the succulents you can use for leaf propagation. You can remove a leaf if you want to plant more succulents without waiting for a leaf to fall.
It’s simple. Just twist the leaf gently to pull it off without breaking the plant. It’s best if you leave nothing on the stem, but it’s not going to be a waste if you pulled out a little stem, too.
After it’s done, propagate succulent leaf by following these steps:
Do you have succulents with stems or rosette-shaped succulents? Stem propagation can work on succulents like echeverias and sedum.
Multiply your succulents using these steps to propagate stem cuttings:
Ever noticed a baby plant growing beside your bigger succulent? These are offsets and they are fully-formed and rooted plants in small sizes!
Hens and chicks, aloe, and cacti are some of the succulents that produce offsets. But don’t remove it yet when you see one! Allow the offset to grow for about three weeks to let the root develop.
After that, follow these instructions for propagation:
Whether you're collecting the seeds from your succulent or buying them from the store, make sure you're using fresh and dry seeds.
Depending on the type of succulent, you can get the seeds of the mature plants in the swollen base of the flower or "fruit". These can be collected once the succulent has fully bloomed.
Succulent seeds are incredibly tiny so make sure that you place the planter or pot in a sheltered area where the wind won't blow them away. It’s best to plant during spring to give your succulent time to grow before winter.
Successfully propagate the seeds with these simple tips:
Growing your own succulents is easy and cheap. However, take note that propagation takes a little while, so you will need a lot of patience!
If you want new succulents right now, we have a variety of succulents to help you start improving your garden! Visit our website for DIY kits, succulents, and succulent accessories.
]]>In order to cure your glassware turn oven on to 350 degrees and place glassware onto a cookie sheet and place into your oven during preheat stage. Once the preheat alarm goes off please turn off oven and remove glassware from oven.
In order to cure your glassware turn oven on to 350 degrees and place glassware onto a cookie sheet and place into your oven during preheat stage. Once the preheat alarm goes off please turn off oven and remove glassware from oven.
What to expect:
-Plastic like smell
-Timing can vary per oven
Other option is not to use for 20 days and paint will cure on its own
Care instructions:
Hand wash preferably but if dishwasher is necessary top rack only
Air plants are so adorable no matter how spikey or fuzzy they are. And when it comes to indoor plant care, air plants are one of the easiest types to maintain. They don’t even need soil and just thrive on absorbing water and nutrients through their leaves.
]]>Air plants are so adorable no matter how spikey or fuzzy they are. And when it comes to indoor plant care, air plants are one of the easiest types to maintain. They don’t even need soil and just thrive on absorbing water and nutrients through their leaves.
Whether you’re a beginner or a long-time plant enthusiast who wants to explore air plants, here’s everything you need to know and how to properly take care of them.
Air plants or Tillandsias are one of the most popular house plants. They are native to Mexico, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Texas. In the wild, they grow on the bark of trees with their roots on tree trunks to help them stay up. They thrive on rainwater and bird’s poop through their leaves.
When removed in the wild, their roots are either removed or kept as an anchor. They don’t need soil to survive and receive nutrition through the moisture and dirt fibers brought by the air.
Fun fact: Air plants only bloom once. It might last for a few days or even months depending on their species. You can also see them bloom in different colors like pink, red and purple!
Blooming is the peak of an air plant’s life cycle, but also marks its old age. After it flowers, the air plant will eventually die. But your air plant species doesn’t just end there. Just before, during or after it blooms, your air plant will produce two to eight offsets which will grow directly from the mother plant.
You can transfer the baby air plants in a separate planter once they’re about ⅓ or ½ of a full-grown size. Don’t transfer them too early since they’re still receiving nutrients from their mother. With proper care and maintenance, you can keep a beautiful air plant for a long time.
Air plants are low maintenance. But if you want to make them live their best, you need to give them extra care just like how you take care of your other plants.
These plants can look perfect either hanging, or displayed on your table. Air plant care might be a little bit different compared to your usual gardening routine, but it’s easy! Here are some tips to help you get started.
Misting and watering might be enough for some of your plants, but air plants need more than just that. Since they’re not planted on soil, they get the nutrients they need directly from water.
Submerge your air plants to a bowl full of water for about 20 to 30 minutes every week. And since water is their main source of nutrients, soak them in water that’s rich in essential minerals. One of the best examples is rainwater, but it might be difficult for you to capture a bunch so you can go for spring, creek, lake or well water instead.
Don’t use distilled water for submerging your air plants. It has lower mineral and nutrient levels because of the filtration process. It might be suitable for human’s drinking water, but it’s not healthy for air plants.
After submerging your air plants to water, they need to be completely dry. Shake off excess water and let them dry in an open area for about four hours. You can also hang them if you choose to keep their roots with them.
It’s important to make sure it’s fully dry before you put it back to its terrarium. Otherwise, your air plant will rot. Use a wide-mouthed terrarium so air and moisture can get in to produce the right amount of humidity for your tillandsia.
Just like any other plants, air plants need direct sunlight at least every morning. Take them out of their glass terrariums and put them somewhere they can absorb sunlight. But don’t over expose them. Too much direct sunlight can reduce their moisture, burn them or even cause them to die.
Air plants need to eat too! Feed them with fertilizer and water mixture at least once a month. Make sure you don’t overfeed them with too much fertilizer! Otherwise, they can suffer from nitrogen burn and they won’t survive.
The perfect time to fertilize your air plant is when it starts to bloom. Fertilizer is a great help for blooming and reproduction in plants.
Air plants prefer warm but not too hot temperatures. Typically, it ranges from 50 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature can be fatal for your air plant if it drops below 50 degrees or rises above 90 degrees.
During summer, keep your air plants in a good shade if they’re placed outdoors. If they’re indoors, keep them in a place where they’re not exposed to too much sunlight, but can still maintain their moisture levels. Water them more often!
During winter, keep all your air plants indoors. They can’t stand too much cold and they might freeze to death. Your garage is a great place to put your air plants during winter as long as it’s covered.
Air plants need grooming too! Overtime, your air plant will have dead leaves and new ones. Cut the brown and dead leaves with scissors and trim its edges so it will look better. If your air plant comes with roots, you can also trim them off. Air plants survive even without roots since they don’t depend on it for nutrients.
Air plants can live longer with proper care. Just maintain a consistent temperature for your air plants and make sure you don’t overfeed them with fertilizers.
Are you ready to start your air plant collection? We have a wide variety of DIY terrarium kits perfect for tillandsias! Check out our website to learn more.
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]]>How about something different this year? Terrariums add a touch of elegance to any table, but what you put inside the terrarium makes it whimsical, fun, absolutely charming.
Terrariums are also versatile centerpieces for the dining room, the console table, the coffee table, your bedroom dresser. If you already have one, you can dress it up for Thanksgiving!
Here are our top picks! Get these kits and have a respite from all the cooking! Get them here.
1. Ceramic Pumpkin Succulent Planter
Want a warm and autumnal touch to your table setting? This orange Ceramic Pumpkin Planter gives the traditional Fall pumpkin a lively twist!
Look at all the pretty succulents you can fit inside it! Combine it with other seasonal produce like gourds, apples, pinecones, and more.
Whether you're having a classic round of bingo and trivia games with your loved ones, or you simply want to enjoy a nice and quiet Thanksgiving feast, this centerpiece will brighten up the room.
Get the Ceramic Pumpkin Planter now at our store!
Add a sweet message on this planter, or let the kids have fun with their own chalk art! Adults will love writing here, and you can ask your grandparents to do their copperplate handwriting on it. It's a lost art!
Simply place the Friendsgiving Chalkboard Planter on the table after the mini-activity and get ready to chow down that roasted turkey or pumpkin pie everyone’s looking forward to!
Get crafty this Thanksgiving and buy the DIY Friendsgiving Chalkboard Planter now!
When you're busy making a feast for Thanksgiving, you can get your kids to help with the table setting.
Make their day fun by letting them assemble a Sand Art terrarium. It's colorful, it's creative, and easy to make! The kids will love the cheery sand color and you can keep them entertained until the food's ready.
This isn’t just for kids though. Adults get addicted with sand art! Get the Sand Art Planter Kit or the Sand Art Planter Kit (kids version)!
Make the table look elegant with these gorgeous Teacup Planters. Absolutely darling with a white table runner or a lace tablecloth. These teacups are also perfect with pretty porcelain and china heirlooms!
Showcase these lovely teacups while video chatting with faraway relatives this Thanksgiving. And definitely show them off on Pinterest and Instagram!
You’ll get two teacups for the price of one, so that’s another thing to love! Check out the Teacup Planter Kit at our shop and choose among our best designs before they’re gone!
Don’t want to place the centerpiece on the table? You don’t have to! Or extend the decorations in the air above the table. This Holiday Hanging Globe Terrarium with Lights is a charming centerpiece.
Hanging the terrarium is a great space-saver, especially if you’re having a hard time figuring out where to fit the turkey, the pie, mashed potato and whatever signature dish that your family loves on the table. This is also perfect for intimate, small tables for two or four.
Check out the Holiday Hanging Globe Planter Kit with Lights at our store today!
Enjoy the feast and count your blessings this Thanksgiving with loved ones.
The terrariums can match different Thanksgiving themes, so take your pick and start decorating your home this season.
Get your terrariums at The Crafty Kit while they’re still there! You can also browse the rest of the Holiday collection here. These favorites get snapped up fast!
]]>Whether you’re planning to revamp the study room or move into a dorm, personalizing your space keeps you motivated. Don’t feel sad if you move into a dorm with a bare look—it just gives you more freedom to personalize it! Read how too!
]]>Don’t feel sad if you move into a dorm with a bare look—it just gives you more freedom to personalize it! Create your own decor or add personal touches here and there to turn the dullest room into a cozy haven that’s so you.
Your surroundings play a huge role in your studies. Make your dorm or study room a space you’ll love to go back to after a long day at school with these ideas!
1) Wooden Sign
Welcome your guests—and yourself!— with a personalized greeting on your door. A signboard adds personality right in your doorstep. It can be personalized by adding a dose of motivation using any message or your favorite quote! Simply hang it on your wall or door.
2) Decorate your wall for inspiration
Fill your wall with photos of the people you love or even some keepsakes that will help you get motivated. You can use a corkboard and pin everything there so it’s easier to customize. Hanging a tapestry or poster is also a way to fill up your wall’s blank space.
3) Use your stationery materials to personalize your space
Turn a plain mini fridge into a cute and fun fridge with washi tapes! Create geometric shapes or add a chalkboard adhesive on the door of your fridge to customize it further. You can even use colorful washi tapes to frame pictures on your wall.
Sharpies can also be surprisingly versatile in decorating! Use it to doodle on surfaces like vases and jars.
4) Put up some fairy lights
If you’re not into hanging photos, try adding fairy lights in your room! These dainty lights make the walls look less bare and give you softer lighting for rest. You can place this on the windows, wall, or near your study area.
5) Turn your bed into a safe haven with a knit blanket
It’s important to have a good sleep so make your bed as comfy as possible. A handmade bedspread like a knitted blanket will make your bed feel homey. Having a large chunky blanket is perfect when you’re just chillin’ in your dorm or sleeping through a cold night.
6) Create a reading nook
Your reading nook can be near the window or in a quiet corner of your room where you can simply relax, read a book, or enjoy the view. Do you know what can make it cozier? A pile of fluffy and round knit pillows! Add these together with a giant knit throw for a welcoming space after a long day.
7) Organize your room
Clutter makes it hard to relax and study. Use sturdy storage boxes for your files and notes to clean your study area. Double-duty containers are also a nifty trick to save space while keeping your room neat.
8) Light up a scented candle
If candles are allowed, scented candles are a wonderful addition to create a warm and cozy ambiance in your space. It adds an incredible smell in the room, too! Try out different scents that can range from fruity to boost your mood flowery and mellow scent to help you feel relaxed.
9) Bring life to your room with succulents
Don’t skip on displaying houseplants! Succulents can add vibrance in your room and purify the air, which can help you have healthier sleep.
This easy to care for and low-maintenance plant is perfect for busy students. Just give them some light and water the soil when it gets too dry. They fit in fun planters and terrariums which gives your study area or room another great decor.
10) Add positive energy using crystals
Energy crystals attract positive energy and remove negative energy from the user. The crystals are also known to help with concentration and creativity which is great for studying.
Amethyst, sodalite, and quartz are some of the most popular crystals for students. Since crystals are also popular for having effects on plants, you can place your crystals with your succulent terrariums on your study table!
Love these ideas? We hope these tips will help you seamlessly create a relaxing dorm room or study area. It's all about what will help you feel better and bring you comfort.
Visit our website if you’re looking for items that will make your room cozy! We have DIY kits for succulent terrariums, chunky blankets, knit pillows, scented candles, and more.
]]>Curious about energy crystals? These beautiful stones come in different attractive forms and eye-catching colors. For beginners, it may feel intimidating to use healing crystals or energy crystals but we’ve made a guide for you to help you get started.
]]>Crystals are popular in the field of alternative healing practices. The crystal's energy interacts with the body’s energy field or chakra. It promotes the flow of good energy that helps with physical, spiritual, mental, and emotional healing.
Being open-minded helps with obtaining positive qualities they can give. It has been used throughout the years to cure or prevent illnesses, provide better sleep, draw out negativity, and attract positive energy.
But remember that crystals are not magical stones that will transform your life instantly. Instead, use them as a guide for understanding deeper layers of yourself and working towards your improvement.
Why you should add crystals to your garden
Asie from the healing practices, crystals are used today as accessories, jewelry, coasters, and decor for rooms and gardens.
Like humans can absorb energy from crystals, it is believed that plants also can help them grow strong and healthy. These lovely stones can be used to create a peaceful atmosphere or decorative addition to your garden.
We’ve listed the best crystals you can use for yourself or for your plants to manifest good energy.
1. Clear Quartz - Balance
Clear quartz or the "Master Healer" is a powerful crystal used for strengthening the spirit, clearing the mind, and finding balance. If you don’t know where to start, get a clear quartz to connect with your higher self. It’s also useful for amplifying the effects of other crystals when used as an accessory, during rituals, in your bath, or by placing it in your garden.
Remove your negative thoughts and let the crystal help you with humility and spiritual wisdom. This beautiful purple gem is known for its healing, protecting, and purifying properties. Amethyst is also said to boost root growth and makes a wonderful finish for a garden or even succulent terrarium.
3. Moonstone - Inner growth
The “Stone of New Beginnings” soothes uneasiness, stress, and instability. The moonstone derives its energy from the moon and promotes thinking, intuition, and inspiration. It’s excellent for people who need the courage to start a new chapter of their life.
4. Citrine - Optimism
Fend off negativity with the help of citrine. This yellow crystal reflects bright light and is known for bringing happiness and optimistic energy. Since it harnesses its energy from the sun, placing this crystal on plants near the windowsill will energize you and your plant.
5. Moss Agate - Abundance
Moss agate, also known as “Gardener’s Stone”, symbolizes abundance, success, and prosperity. It is popular with gardeners as it helps create a connection between the person and their plant. This crystal can be used to ward off negative energy in your plant or cleanse your inner self.
6. Sodalite - Harmonizer
Promote harmony, trust, and communication with the help of sodalite. This rich blue stone helps your self-esteem and strengthens the bond with you and others. It also has the ability to clear electromagnetic pollution so placing it with plants in the office or at home is beneficial.
7. Smoky Quartz - Grounding
The protective energy that the Smoky Quartz emits is helpful for removing negative emotions such as stress, anger, jealousy, and fear. Wearing this as an accessory or using it as a decor for your home or garden will help generate healing properties and a calm and grounded aura.
8. Peacock Ore - Joy
This colorful iridescent stone with tarnish effect symbolizes happiness and joy. It is known for infusing good energy and attracting positive forces for a better direction in life. Using a peacock ore also brings a unique touch to gardens or terrariums.
9. Fluorite - Intellect
Fluorite or the "Genius Stone" is also one of the most colorful minerals. It symbolizes mental clarity and is known for increasing concentration, confidence, and decision making. It’s also known for removing impurities and bringing physical and mental balance. You can never go wrong by using this multicolored crystal in your garden as it can match almost any plant!
10. Rose Quartz - Love
Rose quartz is a gorgeous pink gem that helps users attract and keep the love for themselves or others. This is useful for people who want to restore trust, harmony and improve relationships. This also promotes healing of the heart and forgiveness in times of grief. Adding a touch of this pink crystal to your backyard or terrarium adds beauty and promotes peace and calmness.
Choose a crystal that connects with you the most or what you think is most appealing. These gorgeous stones are wonderful to add to your routine, home, or garden.
Crystals enhance the beauty of a plant so we added them in our kits. Check out our Succulent Terrarium Kits and see how you can use crystals like amethyst, rose quartz, and peacock ore with your plants!
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