One of the problems with having cats (at least my cats) is that they make it very difficult to keep plants. They like to chew on them, which isn't particularly good for the plant or the cat. In our house, we only have plants two places: on top of the entertainment hutch, which is the only surface the cats can't jump to, and in the lahhbrary, because I keep the door closed to that room. Simon in particular is crazy for plants; when I bring the plants down from the hutch for watering, he always manages to get a munch in before I can shoo him away.

I miss having indoor plants, especially during the winter. I recently came upon the idea of decorative terrariums, and realized this just might be the perfect solution for me. Especially since it would give a purpose to my many Mason jars, which I love and collect but for which I've never really had a good use.

So, this weekend's project was to make my first terrarium. I followed this guide. I filled the bottom of the jar with stones and gravel to allow for drainage. I added potting soil, placed the plant, and then filled in with a bit more soil. (I found that a turkey baster is helpful for puffing away any soil that lands on the plant.) Then, as suggested, I added some sheet moss on top for a more finished look.

Hopefully this little guy will be happy. If so, I'll be converting more jars into glass gardens!