Crazy Moss Ball Terrarium but It's NOT What You Think

I've been making terrariums for many years now. There are countless things I enjoy about them, like capturing nature, but the thing I really wanted to focus on in this video, is how they're able to encapsulate memories.
As most of you know, I recently moved. The last thing I had to do was clean the pond and collect the fish. As I did that, I really enjoyed the sights of the pond and my yard. I also got sentimental about the time spent there and I got to thinking - I should make a terrarium to capture those memories. However, one thing led to another and I ended up making three of them... I also found some INCREDIBLE elements that made for some truly unique and memorable pieces.
The rest of the video speaks for itself. Let me know what you think in the comments and enjoy!
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00:00 Gaining Inspiration from the Pond
01:18 Capturing Memories with Terrariums
02:21 Collecting Materials
04:50 Preparing the Container
05:52 False Bottom and Substrate Layers
07:22 I Need More Terrariums
08:01 Adding the Plants
09:29 The Final Details
10:11 Completed Designs
#terrarium #moss #serpadesign

[@SerpaDesign]

What do you think about the terrariums and the finds from over the fence? I couldn't believe all of this, but I was very excited about it. Seriously, how cool is the moss ball and the Slice bottle?! Let me know wheat you think, enjoy the video, and have a great weekend!

[@dangie_gamer1367]

I made a small terrariam after watching your vid 1 year ago

[@rgilroy1909]

the Baseball with moss is EPIC. like the new table too. Glad you decided to give it a paint job mid video - great color

[@Pacer-]

I really think the naturally moss covered baseball was a spectacular find!

[@rockjockchick]

What you think. ;) but yes. Super awesome!

[@robinwilssens4960]

Terrariums!!!

[@aKitti234]

I love these so much because they're three entirely separate stories, but they're all connected. One is the pond, one is the baseball you found, and one is the history of the house. Amazing!

[@societalpreferences9182]

Hey how about you dont speak, no one wants to hear you speak.

[@aKitti234]

@@societalpreferences9182 ????????????? bye

[@mischiefthedegenerateratto7464]

@@aKitti234 yo what did they say?

[@loif93]

The next family is going to be so lucky for having that pond in their backyard.

[@sierrasicard4593]

At 10:55, you can see a cute little isopod crawling in the moss 😍 love these builds, they are all so special and unique!

[@sierrasicard4593]

@Anonymous opossum there's also an isopod. They look very different.

[@parmerapps69]

Man, I came expecting one terrarium and left having seen three! Triple value! And as a fellow moss enthusiast, I can't even imagine how excited I would be seeing those baseballs in the woods. 😅

[@speedwaymethadrine]

i've always felt a weird connection to moss. my childhood home had a pretty big yard and there was no grass, just moss - i remember just sitting on the ground and staring at the moss and the bugs in it. even these days i go into the woods, sit down and stare at the ground. i've seen so many beautiful things, two of my favourites are when i watched tadpoles swim around annoying the dragonfly larvae in a little pond overgrown with plants and the time i watched a spider spin a whole web. moss, bugs and aquatic plants are my favourite things in the entire world. the baseball is oddly beautiful, normal everyday objects covered in moss always are - i once found a couch covered in moss and i kind of wanted to bring it home. beautiful terrariums as always :)

[@MrAhkmid]

Wow…a whole yard of only moss? That’s really cool, I should do that someday :)

[@yourlocaltoad5102]

The idea of using material from a specific area to create a piece that connects you to the area is very beautiful and inspiring. Nearly 3 years ago my dad bought my grandmothers house after she died and he really loves to spend time there, but he lives and works here in the city about 250km away from it, so he can’t spend more than maybe two weekends per month at the house. I think I will accompany him on his next trip to the house and gather plants and soil from the garden so I can build a terrarium and give it to him for Christmas so he can always have a piece of his childhood home close to him. If the plants have already died back due to the cold, I‘ll just wait out on the idea, use the time to find the perfect container and then gift it to him for his birthday in June.

[@FireQuillsHedgehogs]

Watching you make these terrariums was quite nostalgic. It reminded me of when I discovered your channel years ago.

[@JJ-ji9xx]

It's amazing how everything in the universe with its randomness sometimes just pan out at the end. So poetic.

[@shmillbe3390]

No, it's just how things go

[@lumenhart]

That moss ball thing is absolutely incredible

[@SpacyMidnight]

I just need to say thank you 🙏🏻 because of your channel, I now have a great hobby that includes my interest for plants more than just buying a plant and putting it on my shelf . I have autism and ADHD. This hobby helps me a lot to focus, meditate and relax. It also stimulates my special interests which are moss, plants, bugs and the colour green. Thank you thank you thank you for your teachings. Maria❤

[@GlitzyWitch]

I've only ever met one other person who has a massive love for Moss, it is just beautiful. Love the pond, I'd be over the moon if I moved into a house with an amazing ponds AND a forest in my garden. I love your wedding terrainium idea, so lovely 😍 good luck with the new terrainiums, they look awesome. I wish you and your beautiful wife many happy years in your new home with all your beautiful fish, frogs and lizards ⭐️🌞

[@MsLeenite]

Love the moss-covered ball. There's a satisfaction in seeing some cast off human-made thing repurposed by Nature. I spent a couple of winters in my RV on the Texas Gulf Coast beach. After storms, I would find ordinary items flung up on the shore, that had become home to plants and little clams on their journey through the Gulf. Coconuts, shoes, wooden boat parts, all transformed into beautiful objets d'art by the sea. I even found a round, solid wood knob the size of a bowling ball, which I guessed to have broken off a newel post on a staircase during a hurricane. Perhaps it had rolled all the way from the Caribbean... Anyway, I enjoyed watching you build all 3 of the terrariums (terraria?). I hope the memories they stir in you make you and your family smile for many years to come.

[@kiwiofkiwi1807]

What amazing finds!! I absolutely love how you put this one together; what a creative way to recycle! We have a bunch of old bottles on our property that I love turning into terrariums ☺️

[@hebatamimi6800]

What a lovely and beautiful way to honor the old place and say goodbye!

[@slamrock17]

Very special to find that moss covered baseball. It's a gift from the house for all the positive energy you have brought it.

[@lynnh3710]

This video has helped me to look at terrariums in an entirely different light; as a living sentimental, time capsule that's simply beautiful.

[@JoeXTheXJuggalo1]

It's beautiful as in their looks and the sentimental value of the things. This is just your own unique memory scrap book of your old home. While your old home will be missed. The new home is an empty pages of a book ready to be filled with new memories.

[@forg0tten]

I hope the next people honor your hard work and memory as much as it deserves. 🙌

[@mrpickles2170]

The plot does thicken i just binge watched a channel that finds old bottles and restores them with muriac acid and bottle tumbling. Adventure Archaeology was the channel

[@SomeGuy-qd3li]

I hope you do more builds where you limit yourself to what you collect outside. I think it would be an amazing way to inspire people to make vivariums themselves

[@Hello_Fuckers0]

I'm old enough to remember soda or pop from glass bottles. Very nostalgic find!!

[@rickyt3961]

12:49 The moss ball is totally cool! Great find 👍🏾

[@oakmaiden2133]

If I found that pond in my backyard, I would notice every plant species and all the critters enjoying it! I have a whiskey barrel pond that I reworked this spring, inspired by you! It’s gorgeous.

[@il7101]

You should do a series of "scaveng terrariums" where you go in to some kind of remote abandoned area and find everything for a terrarium and build it :)

[@zacharybednarik6530]

The wedding terrarium is a beautiful idea and story!

[@maadams1985]

These are beautiful! I too love moss I love how soft and green it is. And it grows everywhere. The base ball was definitely a keeper. Great build!

[@LordMerji]

I love it! Idea for those spiral stairs...a hanging terrarium! Like hang it from the bottom side of a step.

[@janan231]

nah but the way you saw an old moss-covered baseball and immediately thought "this is amazing and i must preserve it" was so relatable tho

[@lara_xy]

That pond is truly beautiful! I love the tiered waterfall - I can imagine just sitting near it and hearing the calming sounds of this cute pond

[@TomoyoTatar]

Man you're the most humble guy, still teaching forever. I love this channel. Best of luck to you with everything. Your mom's pond came out great! I love the ball one top.😊❤

[@tealduckduckgoose]

3 terrariums? We are so lucky! The moss ball looks like it might have been a dryer ball, based on the arrangement of the fibres and the fact that there were 2. Dryer balls are tightly wound balls of wool yarn, typically made in pairs, put in clothes dryers with laundry to help speed up drying and remove wrinkles and static. Maybe whoever threw them out thought that since wool is a natural fibre it would just break down?

[@DaniFernandesVideos]

There’s something so special about these three builds…pure poetry.

[@kaleshabastion2332]

Oh what a great idea! My husband and I are hopefully buying a home soon and while I am excited to leave our current studio loft apartment, we've been here for almost 9 years and I'll miss it somewhat, but we have a shared yard space that has some great wee spots to gather moss and such. It will be a nice reminder of our humble beginnings while we whimisyfy our own garden (fingers crossed)

[@AutumnalAussies]

Every time I come across a patch of moss I'm always like "Tanner would be in HEAVEN." 😂

[@louieloudog8533]

What a great idea! I'm not a very sentimental person but I do understand why others are and I think what you have done will definitely help keep your memories of that home for a long time! That ball is amazing! Hope your new home brings you guys the same happiness as your first one! Cheers!

[@mjustjeanette7026]

I love the moss ball... simple, elegant, beautiful.

[@Cyberdragunz]

That bottle is really interesting as a terrarium idea. I considered doing a closed ecosphere inside a small jar about that size a while back but decided against it because I thought it would be too small. This has changed my mind completely, so I think come spring I'll give it a try

[@jackadair6225]

Neat setups! Really cool idea to use materials from the old house. It seems like such a nice sendoff. My parents recently sold my childhood home, and this video gives me some ideas on how to better come to terms with it. Thank you so much for everything you do!

[@SavageJonesIII6548]

I love these. I'm a sometimes sentimental person. Mostly because I don't have enough room in my house to collect cool stuff like this.

[@mntryjoseph1961]

I love moss, too. The baseball with the moss is awesome! The three terrariums that you created are great memory holders!

[@Staticjokes]

All of your videos are just so wholesome, always bring a smile to my face

[@sunbearsunday750]

A little SLICE of home. Perfect.

[@LPdedicated]

I absolutely love all three of them! They're so unique! It's three years since i built mine (with the help of your free terrarium video) and it still going strong, and now i wanna build another one!

[@candydemiri1565]

I love what you did with your found items to remember your home. I also love the pond. I used to have a pond when I lived in a house and do miss it a lot.

[@JessHarts]

This was beautifully put. Sorry if I mispell. Your channel gives me so much peace and inspiration, a weird combination of anticipation and patience. I find your art, yourself and story a inspiration. Please, Keep being your best self.

[@WildflowersCreations]

This was so inspiring! We have a lot of bottles we have found on our property built in 1882, many of them duplicates and this is a great idea of something to do with them. As well as the fragments of pottery, glass, and other items we have also found being pieces inside along the plants. Thank you so much for inspiring us with your art and creativity.

[@morneschaap2944]

3 beautiful terrariums! The ball is also my favourite. ❤️

[@rebeccaampuero2347]

What a wonderful way to remember your first home. Very unique and cool!!

[@KyraDarkStar]

Those turned out great. Not sure I could pick a favorite. They're each special for different reason. The baseball is just cool in it's own right. Like you, I'm amazed you found the bottle in such good shape. The largest one is simply gorgeous. Loving the new work space too.

[@plantme777]

Kindred spirits, man. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you.

[@darkrngesus4995]

thats one of the best looking ponds i've ever seen

[@swedishrainbow_garden7672]

I would have loved to move into your old house with that pond and all the moss. I LOVE moss!

[@laurarosario7750]

Love it. I’m going outside right now to find some inspiration. I’m new to makin anything like this and I have a forest in my back garden. Thank you for showing us step by step how to make!!!!

[@fionabarber784]

The ball is my favorite as well, so unique.

[@theawecat27]

the mossy baseball and the slice bottle are such good finds! this is a good way to keep some of your memories from the old place

[@wyrmeleon801]

These are my favorite terrariums you've ever made.

[@chrisreilly1290]

This is such an awesome idea, and you'll have the memories for years!

[@explorer_9851]

Bro these are just the kind of things I love to do too . Making something beautiful out of items that come from a place close to your heart . I love how they turned out . And finding that baseball and the jar are pretty cool finds ❤️

[@GalopaWXY]

I was born on the year that bottle was made!! It's even special to me now! I'd love making such a discovery too someday

[@N1ckelD1me]

im such a sap the terrarium from your wedding made me tear up! what a sweet and personal memento for you both!

[@readthebible67]

Off the charts for cool, both to watch in progress as well as enjoy the finished products. Yeah, I totally would have thought your favorite would be the baseball, but my favorite was the slice bottle as it actually looked so natural. NICE WORK!

[@clavis9029]

10:52 That little Isopod trying to steal the show. XD

[@alenedrummond4627]

...Love the varity in the big jar! The mossy baseball is over the top!!

[@aubryellaotero1064]

That baseball is absolutely so cool!!!

[@Mahhkz]

Yeah, that baseball is incredible. I bet you were so pumped!

[@sandywalter9728]

I love the baseball moss ball!!! 😍🤩😍

[@gwendolynrice6674]

I’m so excited that you’re so excited 🎉 and I’m so excited you have brought us along on your journey I’m thoroughly enjoying it 😊🫶🏻🇨🇦

[@bonsaibaby8257]

It’s like a living time capsule 😊

[@BinroWasRight]

I love that this ended up as three projects in one and especially that they will help you fondly remember your old house 💙💚

[@jlacasse3750]

So glad that you are back doing some terrariums. You are so talented and such an inspiration. Thank you so much :)

[@cloverhighfive]

There was an underlying joy throughout this video that feels like coming home :) And yeah, the moss ball is the coolest thing!

[@anand_kv__]

10:53 the Lone Isopod is making me crack up. I don't know why. 😂

[@juniorgc8]

That old bottle was dope, so cool, nice to take a piece with you that is as old as your previous home, as well as that pretty sweet baseball covered in moss, both were exceptional as well as the new build. Like you things behind it with meaning are cooler to me as well.

[@empressakitla7544]

Oh wow! That baseball is super cool. Awesome find.

[@ritchiemathews1794]

I’ve visited several aquarium shops in the past few months and everyone is familiar with SerpaDesign. 🤜🏾

[@bennyboy4026]

I’ve been going through a rough time but these videos always cheer me up

[@AllTheMiniThings]

These are amazing! What lovely tributes to your previous home! Great finds!

[@IAmHumanJake]

Love to see what these would look like months from now

[@MerryMoss]

Each of these have a 'favourite' element for me =p The large container on the left - I like the landscape/plants most in this one The moss ball has the most "show" and feels really cool and dramatic The old glass bottle is just such a cool piece of history, especially relating to the house you lived in ^^ Peace! 🌿

[@bananafloat27]

So much respect and affection for you!!!

[@BPBomber]

I really enjoy these simple build videos.

[@lorddeysel7915]

cant wait to see them in 3 years again

[@sarahwatts7152]

That baseball is so cool! It would be cool to do this on purpose with other shapes

[@elisolomon2114]

Can't wait for the mossball update

[@catrionaanderson4467]

Your video is well scripted and intriguing. Amazing to watch. Thankyou

[@yottabyter]

I love the positive vibes! Great content also :)

[@DougZeiser]

It is so clever to use a mossy baseball. I might try and recreate that by peeling the cover off a regular baseball. If it looks even a fraction as good as your natural one, I'd be so happy!

[@megwatts3905]

A Gorgeous set of sentimental builds tanner!! Thank you so much :^)))

[@faithlmao5082]

The moss baseball is so cool!!

[@IPwnCook1es]

Your videos are always inspiring me to make my own terrariums. I LOVE MOSS ♥

[@angiearflin9306]

Love them all but the ball is my favorite.

[@veronica5896]

Amazing finds! Can't wait to see them evolve in years to come - and all the w projects going forward! Thanks for sharing!

[@zacplunkett8490]

Great find with the baseball and bottle 😆 love it..

[@robynfree1558]

These are so cool! And I feel like an awesome tribute to your old home!

[@RDPproject]

Brilliant. This has given me an idea for a new Terrarium. Thank you. Rob (London)

[@brendarave5440]

10:53 the little bug being stuck 😆

[@Vibing_Colors]

I adore your work and am thrilled that you are moving to a bigger place!! :D I'm also so glad you made a few smaller builds today because your videos inspires me and got me into this cool hobby. I now have a plant and moss obsession and enjoy sharing my hobby of making sentimental items with others. Thank you so much for continuing your awesome builds

[@jesnoggle13]

That baseball reminded me “Nature Bats Last “. I love it and I want one so I threw 5 baseballs out into the yard. Now I just have to wait…

[@provaporfagotti291]

That baseball is freaking cool!