41 Unconventional and Beautiful Terrarium Decoration Ideas

The creative possibilities for terrariums are incredible. You can DIY terrariums in different shapes and sizes. A great way to upcycle plastic and glass containers, terrariums can really uplift the environment of a room. Take a look at some of these slightly different terrarium decoration ideas before you begin your terrarium project!

Colored Sand

While golden sand or white sand looks beautiful in terrariums, if you want your terrarium to look unconventional, try colored sand. You can make colored sand by mixing damp sand with powder paint!

Glow in the Dark

Ordinary stones during the day and glow in the dark at night! This is one of the best terrarium decoration ideas if you can keep your terrarium in a sunny spot during the day!

Themed Terrariums

Themed terrariums let you make use of many terrarium decoration ideas. You can make a terrarium based on Harry Potter, Alice in Wonderland etc. It also need not be based on movie themes! Miniature animal figurines, toy houses, etc. can all be great decoration pieces for your terrarium!

Dark Stones and Bright Green Plants

For a classic chic terrarium look, use dark-colored stones or marbles, bits of twigs, and bright green plants like ferns! Place plants of different heights to give the terrarium the look of an ancient forest.

Shells from the Ocean Shore

Shells, pebbles, starfish etc. collected from the beach can make wonderful decoration items for your terrarium. Use golden or white sand and place cacti or succulents. These kind of aquariums would look great if made in whiskey or wine bottles, but you can experiment with various shapes and sizes! Blue stones or pebbles would add a fantastic color pop!