Remember that one time last year when I made a wire cloche for a succulent terrarium/garden? It’s a miracle! I haven’t managed to kill the plants! I love that succulents are so hardy, nearly fool-proof. Well, for Easter, I’ve done a little re-arranging in my little succulent garden.
{DIY wire cloche for succulent garden}
It’s still alive and thriving but it was looking a bit neglected and sad (okay, so some of the plants didn’t make it) but I took a few minutes to freshen it up for spring, trying to make up for my non-green thumb. I saw something similar somewhere one time but for the life of me, can’t find it now to properly credit that glimpse of inspiration. Here’s what I did:
- I added water so the soil was wet. I broke up the compacted soil with a fork then added half of an empty toilet paper roll. I covered it with soil and pebbles then added a rock to the side…just like Jesus’ tomb.
- Using twigs from my yard and scrap floral wire, I created 3 little stick crosses and tucked them near the back.
When Easter decorating becomes bunnies, eggs, chicks and candy overload (which I do love too, don’t get me wrong!). However, it’s important to have a sweet reminder of the true reason for celebrating Easter. He is risen!
He is Risen, indeed. xo
Update: Here are links to some more (thanks for sharing, Graziela!)
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I love this!! I had plans to make this mini tomb in a pot dish but love your cloche idea (and the fact that it’s mini) so much more!! Anyway I can incorporate reminders of the real reason for Easter… I’m on it 😉 He is risen indeed!!
I made one of these a couple of years ago but not with succulents, I just LOVE this idea! Thanks for sharing!
How wonderful. I really love it and ….. might be copying it too.
This is adorable. I actually managed to kill succulents already when I tried to bring them inside from our garden
Beautiful idea Roeshel! I love it!
Love this Roeshel! A great reminder of the real reason for this holiday. Hope everything is well with you, your girls and your sister!
Love this.. Pinned!!
I love the Calvary’s Garden and your Grace Garden. What a delightful “hands on” way to teach children the story of Christ’s resurrection! I made an “adult” version of Jesus’ tomb with the 3 crosses in the background. I rolled the stone away. I covered my garden in moss and used a few tiny silk flowers for a touch of color. Thanks for sharing your ideas.