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Terrarium Building Workshop

Build a miniature ecosystem in a jar in this NYC terrarium workshop!

KraftStories

4.9 (664)

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1.5 hours

Garment District

1 to 40 (public classes), 5 to 45 (private) (private classes)

$99 - $139 ($99 for Medium Size Jar; $119 for Large Jar; $129 for Wardian Case; $139 for Mars Dome)

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What you'll do

Build Your Own Miniature Earth: A Self-Sustaining Terrarium Workshop

Create a living world that waters and breathes for itself.

In this hands-on New York City workshop, you won’t just put a "cute plant in a jar"—you will engineer a fully enclosed, self-sustaining ecosystem. Part science lab and part moving meditation, this session explores the mechanics of nature: water cycles, gas exchanges, and how life thrives in a sealed environment for years without a single drop of extra water.

The Experience

Led by Fatih, a seasoned Turkish educator and terrarium expert, you will build a professional-grade ecosystem inside a custom, airtight jar. Fatih’s teaching style blends science with playful storytelling.

In 90 minutes, you will:

Engineer the Layers: Master the precise sequence of drainage pebbles, burlap, moisture-control soil, and activated carbon.

Balance the Biology: Use peat and sphagnum moss to create natural air and water channels that prevent mold and stagnation.

Design Your Landscape: Arrange live tropical plants, lush moss, and decorative elements to create a tiny forest or a minimal rock landscape.

Illuminate Your World: Finish your creation with USB-powered fairy lights for a magical, low-heat glow.

Who It’s For

The "Black Thumbs": Perfect for those who struggle with houseplant care. Once sealed, this ecosystem looks after itself.

Analytical Minds: Ideal for engineers, scientists, and data-driven teams who appreciate the logic of a closed-loop system.

Corporate Teams: A grounding, tactile experience that fosters "flow" and mindfulness.

What You Leave With

A complete, sealed ecosystem in a custom-designed jar.

The knowledge to keep it thriving for years with virtually zero maintenance.

A "miniature Earth" that serves as a living reminder of resilience and balance.

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Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 6:37pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

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What you'll get

Glass jar with cork lid
Living moss and exotic plant
Soil, peat moss, green moss
Activated carbon
Gravel and pebbles
Terrarium landscaping tools
Burlap, wooden stick, scissors
Decorative items and fairy lights
Spray bottle and cleaner

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Recent reviews of Terrarium Building Workshop

5/5 from Bianca Degrado, attended Sep 2026: The class was so fun and the teachers were kind and informative!
5/5 from Tatiana Osorio, attended Sep 2026: This was a fun activity!! My bf and I did the terranium class and it was very relaxing and fun. Jackie is a phenomenal instructor and made it all a better experience!
5/5 from Lorraine McNeill, attended Sep 2026: Delightful Experience!I Had a wonderful time building a terrarium here. The atmosphere was incredibly peaceful, and the entire experience felt relaxing from start to finish. The teacher was very kind, patient, and thorough with instructions, ensuring everyone knew exactly what to do.They provided a huge selection of supplies to customize and make our terrariums look beautiful. I especially appreciated that we never felt rushed at any point during the class. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a calming and creative activity!
5/5 from Paul Chapru, attended Aug 2026: Maria was amazing, attentive, and fun. She made our terrarium class a joy. She’s the reason we will go back. Bonus, she makes great Turkish coffee!
5/5 from Anthony Mejias, attended Aug 2026: This is my third visit to KraftStories in the Garment District and just as pleasurable as the previous two. This visit was for another terrarium (see photos). Daphne; the studio host; is very pleasant and extremely knowledgable about plants. She again explained each step of process, which was helpful even on my second attendance. Most appreciated were the rips on plant care. I look forward to other workshops offered by KraftStories, most especially the mosiac candle.
5/5 from Javine Baez, attended Aug 2026: My best friend and I made terrariums. The vibe was welcoming and relaxed. Joey was extremely informative on why certain items were good for the terrarium which made it more enjoyable as we learned how to make one. He was very encouraging which was wonderful. We each made unique and beautiful terrariums and I would greatly recommend taking this class. I will be back!
5/5 from Anthony Mejias, attended Aug 2026: This is my second workshop at Kraftstories, and just like the first truly enjoyed it (and as the first a bit messy). The Mars Dome is a very nice shape and I truly like it. Daphne was again very pleasant and helpful. She walked me through each step very knowledgably and plesantly. As I worked on the dome, Daphne explained what each component was for. Daphne also gave a very nice description of each plant available and how it'll grow and how best to maintain. Shecthen gave an overview on how to maintain the terrarium as a whole. Two very enjoyable sessions at Kraftstories, and looking forward to more.
5/5 from Job Ruiz, attended Jun 2026: We hit traffic coming in to the city but they were very accommodating and responsive, which I truly appreciate! This class was an anniversary gift for my wife and the vibe was exactly what we were going for. We’ll definitely be back.
5/5 from Rachael Houser, attended May 2026: Our teacher Colby was amazing!
5/5 from Katelyn Chinnis, attended Apr 2026: We loved it and can’t wait to come back!
5/5 from Kelvin Santacruz, attended Feb 2026: Amazing instructor
5/5 from Matthew Ng, attended Feb 2026: Iris was super sweet and helpful. A great time and love what we created.
5/5 from Mahtab Hoque, attended Feb 2026: Great class! Easy and fun, along with great guidance from staff. Truly a cute experience to help remind us to cherish and appreciate the little things.
5/5 from Christian Gloria, attended Jan 2026: We had such a great time! Iris, our instructor, was super welcoming, friendly, and helpful. Only constructive feedback is to provide wet/alcohol wipes so we could clean our hands after, and carrying bags for the terrariums and kit. Thank you!!!
2/5 from Melanie Stephens, attended Jan 2026: Frankly a very odd experience. $99 for a do it yourself kit you could buy online for $20. I assumed the value would be in getting some actual plants, but all I got was 1 tiny leaf and told to go buy my own succulents. The “class” took about 20 mins total and I went home with an ugly jar of dirt that I likely won’t do anything with. Maybe their other classes are better but this one was a waste of time and money.
5/5 from Anran Shen, attended Nov 2025: Very cool class, and nice instructor. The environment is very calm, and it is a nice and chill date/friends activity. Highly recommend!
5/5 from Emily Aron, attended Oct 2025: Nurullah was amazing! The guided class was perfect for beginners. Also the complimentary coffee, soda, and cookies were great (the cookies were so delicious!)
5/5 from Stephanie Chen, attended Jul 2025: Fun and zen. I liked that the teacher was informative and attentive. It was lovely to work with my hands to create terrariums. Would come again!

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KraftStories

4.9 (664)

KraftStories was born from a simple but powerful belief: that people deserve moments that feel genuinely human! Founded by four friends who immigrated from Turkey — Nur, Fatih, Akif, and Kadir — the brand grew out of a shared desire to serve, connect, and create something meaningful in the world. Together, they built a space where anyone can slow down, pick up their hands, and make something real — from Turkish mosaic lamps and rug tufting to candle making, terrarium building, and block printing. Every experience is beginner-friendly, all materials are included, and the warm, guided atmosphere makes it easy to just show up and enjoy.

With studios across New York, San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles, Irvine, Austin, and Hawaii — plus virtual workshops available worldwide — KraftStories has welcomed over 30, 000 guests and earned more than 2, 500 glowing Google reviews. Whether it's a birthday, a team outing, a date night, or simply a Tuesday that deserves something better, KraftStories invites everyone in. Trusted by teams at Google, Apple, Spotify, Disney, and hundreds of other companies, they've built something rare: a place where making things together feels like the most natural thing in the world!

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