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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 2d

Made this vertical terrarium featuring a cork tower covered in moss and miniature plants, including Begonia, Fittonia and Mini Oak Leaf Creeping Fig.
#terrariumdesign #atomiccityterrariums #mossart #vivariumlife #terrariumlove #microforest #mosscommunity #naturedisplay

A tall cylindrical terrarium with a central cork structure covered in moss and small tropical plants. At the base are bright green and red Fittonia surrounded by patches of moss, creating a vertical forest-like arrangement inside a clear container on a wooden surface.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 3d

Made this terrarium with red sphagnum moss and Sonerila sp. Dark Glow (Codonoboea cf. pumila), creating a vivid contrast of texture and color.
#AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumDesign #ClosedTerrarium #Sonerila #Codonoboea #MossTerrarium #SphagnumMoss #MiniEcosystem #TropicalPlants

A cylindrical glass terrarium with a cork lid sits on a wooden base, featuring layers of soil, red sphagnum moss, and a Sonerila sp. Dark Glow (Codonoboea cf. pumila) plant with dark, iridescent leaves surrounded by green moss and small stones.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 3d

Love the look of moss pads climbing over aged cork bark. The textures and soft light bring the tiny world to life.

#AtomicCityTerrariums #terrariumdesign #mossart #miniatureforest #closedterrarium #plantlovers #vivariumstyle #glassgarden #mossandfern #botanicalart

A cylindrical terrarium with layered soil, moss, cork bark, and small ferns arranged to resemble a natural forest landscape, illuminated by gentle light on a wooden surface.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 7d

A gnome relaxing under the window of his mossy woodland home. This cozy build combines bark, moss, and miniature plants to create a tiny world full of charm and quiet magic.
#TerrariumArt #MiniWorlds #MossTerrarium #GnomeGarden #MiniatureScene #TinyWorld #NatureInGlass #AtomicCityTerrariums

A rectangular glass terrarium featuring a gnome figurine sitting on moss beside small owl statues and plants. Behind him is a vertical bark backdrop with a miniature arched window decorated with potted plants and mossy greenery.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 11d

A rugged landscape of moss and stone. Simple, natural, and quietly alive. The textures of the rock give it a mountain like feel rising from a green valley floor.
#terrarium #mossart #miniaturelandscape #atomiccityterrariums #mosslove #terrariumdesign #natureinaglass #wabisabi #biophilicdesign

A small open-glass terrarium displayed on a wooden base, featuring lush green moss at the bottom and vertical stone formations resembling miniature cliffs or mountains. The background is softly lit against a neutral wall.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 11d

This one started on the idea of floating cork bark from the side of the glass.

#AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumBuild #MossTerrarium #CorkBark #MiniLandscape #TerrariumDesign #NatureInMiniature #LivingArt #TerrariumInspiration #MiniWorld #CreativeTerrarium #BotanicalArt #EcoDesign

A tall terrarium with a lush green fern on one side, a moss covered bark ridge on the other, and smooth white pebbles forming a small path between them, creating the look of a tranquil forest scene in miniature.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 11d

A peaceful miniature world with a stone bridge over a bright blue stream, mossy hills, and a lone gnome watching quietly from his hill in the distance.
#AtomicCityTerrariums #MiniWorld #TerrariumArt #MossTerrarium #GnomeGarden #TinyWorld #NatureInMiniature #TerrariumDesign #MiniatureLandscape

A round terrarium featuring a small gray stone bridge over vivid blue pebbles that form a river, surrounded by green moss and a dark rock resembling a mountain. A tiny red-capped gnome stands on a mossy hill in the background, completing the peaceful miniature scene.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 12d

A miniature river flows through this vibrant terrarium, with moss, colorful fittonia, and rocky cliffs creating a peaceful landscape.
#TerrariumDesign #MiniatureLandscape #TerrariumArt #MossLovers #PlantDecor #GlassGarden #TerrariumInspiration #DIYTerrarium #IndoorGarden #NatureInGlass

A cylindrical glass terrarium on a wooden base featuring a vivid blue stone river running between rocky cliffs, surrounded by green moss, a small leafy plant, and red-veined fittonia.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 13d

A spooky graveyard terrarium in a sealed glass jar featuring layered soil, moss, driftwood, and a tiny tombstone. Halloween is near! 🎃🪦

#Terrarium #GraveyardTerrarium #SpookySeason #MiniEcosystem #HalloweenDecor #JarTerrarium #MossTerrarium #AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumDesign #MiniatureWorlds

A glass jar terrarium with layered substrate, red and green moss, a piece of driftwood, and a miniature tombstone marked “RIP,” designed to resemble a tiny graveyard scene.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 14d

This brick shaped terrarium layers moss, stone, a Begonia and driftwood like brushstrokes, creating a natural scene that feels like a portrait.

#AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumDesign #MossTerrarium #NatureInGlass #MiniEcosystem #LivingArt #TerrariumLove #GlassGarden #MiniatureWorld #IndoorJungle

A square glass terrarium with layered substrate, topped with moss, natural driftwood branches, and a small green-leafed plant. Jagged rocks and a bark backdrop complete the miniature forest-like scene.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 14d

Tiny mountains in a jar 🌱⛰️ This little world is packed with moss, stone peaks, and a splash of color to keep it lively.

#TerrariumArt #AtomicCityTerrariums #MiniWorlds #NatureInGlass #MossTerrarium #TerrariumDesign #LivingArt #GlassGarden #PlantDecor #TerrariumInspiration

A clear glass terrarium containing layers of pebbles, soil, and moss, with a jagged rock centerpiece resembling mountain peaks. A small red-veined Fittonia plant and bright green foliage grow around the stones, creating a natural miniature landscape.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 14d

A skull relic hidden among the leaves. This piece balances beauty with a touch of mystery, perfect for those who love the wild and the eerie. 🌿💀✨
#AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumDesign #MiniatureWorlds #NatureInGlass #DarkAesthetic #LasVegasMakers #CraftShowDisplay #MossTerrarium #GothicTerrarium

A glass bowl terrarium featuring layered pebbles, moss, and a central rock structure. Bright green moss and a small pink-leaved plant surround a weathered skull figurine, creating a mix of natural beauty and gothic detail. The piece rests on a worktable with a green cutting mat and wooden surface.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 14d

Stone, moss, and fern in a miniature world. A reminder that even the smallest spaces can hold entire landscapes.
#AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumArt #MiniWorlds #GlassGarden #MossLovers #TerrariumInspiration #NatureInGlass #TinyEcosystems #IndoorJungle #LasVegasMakers #CraftShowFinds

A cylindrical glass terrarium featuring a striking black stone with a white vein as the centerpiece. Around the base grow vibrant green mosses and a small fern, set against layers of dark soil and gravel. The natural textures and light highlight the contrast between the stone and greenery.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 15d

Working on some new designs. This has a sharp stone spire rising from layered substrate. Some small plants and moss to come.

#TerrariumBuild #Rockscape #HardscapeDesign #MinimalistTerrarium #WabiKusa #TerrariumInspiration #AquascapeStyle #NatureArt #GlassGarden #MossTerrarium

A clear cylindrical glass container with layered substrate and a tall, jagged black stone featuring white mineral veins. The stone rises dramatically from the base, surrounded by fine soil and small gravel, creating a striking minimalist hardscape design.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 22d

A haunted cottage rises from the mossy landscape, pumpkins glowing at its doorstep. Halloween is in the horizon!
#HalloweenTerrarium #MiniatureCottage #MossMagic #SpookySeason #TerrariumArt #HauntedMiniatures #PumpkinDecor #FairyGarden #MiniatureWorld #TerrariumDesign #HalloweenDecor #TinyHaunt

High-definition photo of a Halloween-themed terrarium featuring a detailed gray stone cottage with glowing blue windows, surrounded by lush green moss, small orange pumpkins, dark slate rocks, and twisted wood branches against a misty glass background.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 24d

Working on a larger build that I hoping will house some Sonerila and Jewel Orchids.

#TerrariumBuild #VivariumDesign #NaturalisticEnclosure #DriftwoodScape #HardscapeSetup #TerrariumInProgress #ReptileEnclosure #ExoTerra #NatureInGlass #TerrariumLife #DIYTerrarium #EnclosureDesign

Front-facing view of a terrarium build in progress inside a glass enclosure. The background and side walls are covered with textured cork bark, while twisted pieces of driftwood create a natural, tree-like centerpiece. Dark substrate forms the base, and several gray rocks are arranged near the front, with tools and supplies visible in the background.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 27d

Taking a break between terrariums builds.

#RamenBowl #CozyEats #atomiccityterrarmiuns #NoodleLovers #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #AsianCuisine #HomemadeRamen #FoodieLife #SlurpWorthy #DeliciousEats

A close-up of a bowl of ramen noodles in broth, topped with mushrooms and seasonings. A pair of wooden chopsticks rests across the rim of the bowl, which sits on a festive Halloween-themed tablecloth decorated with orange jack-o’-lantern faces.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · 27d

These tall glass cylinders can be tricky to use, and I wanted something other than the standard moss wall design. Hopefully it grows. 🤞🏻🌿

#AtomicCityTerrariums #TerrariumDesign #VerticalTerrarium #IndoorJungle #MossLovers #GlassGarden #NatureInGlass #BotanicalArt #PlantDecor #TerrariumInspiration

High-resolution image of a tall cylindrical glass terrarium on a wooden surface. Inside, a single moss-covered branch rises vertically from a base of green moss and small stones, with delicate vines and tiny leaves climbing upward against a neutral background wall.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 16

Really like the tear drop shaped vase for this build. Added a little greenery and rugged stone to create a nice balance.

#TerrariumArt #MossTerrarium #NatureInGlass #MiniLandscape #AtomicCityTerrariums #IndoorJungle #BiophilicDesign #GreenDecor #GlassGarden #HandmadeTerrarium

Close-up of a teardrop shaped glass terrarium on a wooden base, featuring a moss-covered landscape with stacked natural rocks and small green plants arranged in a minimalist, zen-like composition.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 13

Finished my Bone Temple inspired terrarium. Rather than try and make a complex scene, I found the “less is more” approach to be appropriate.

#28YearsLater #BoneTemple #TerrariumArt #PostApocalyptic #HorrorAesthetic #DarkTerrarium #MacabreDecor #MossArt #SkullArt #AtomicCityTerrariums

A tall glass terrarium featuring a dramatic pyramid of miniature skulls surrounded by lush green moss and layered soil and gravel, designed as a dark, post-apocalyptic “Bone Temple” inspired by 28 Years Later.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 10

Taking inspiration from the bone temple in 28 Years Later, I’m building this skull centerpiece for an upcoming Halloween terrarium.

#BoneTemple #HalloweenTerrarium #TerrariumArt #AtomicCityTerrariums #28YearsLater #HorrorInspired #TerrariumDesign #CreepyCool #MacabreAesthetic #TerrariumLife

A handmade pyramid of resin skulls stacked on a round wooden base, styled as a “bone temple” inspired by the film 28 Years Later, created to serve as the eerie centerpiece of a Halloween terrarium.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 9

Not a bad list at all. Several would be on mine as well.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 8

A peaceful unicorn rests among moss and stone while a butterfly keeps watch. 🦄🦋

#WhimsicalTerrarium #TerrariumDesign #MiniatureWorlds #AtomicCityTerrariums #MossMagic #FairyGardenVibes #TinyWorlds #GlassGarden

A terrarium with a moss and rock base, featuring a small unicorn figurine with pink details and a shimmering butterfly ornament.

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Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 8

A tiny reaper watches over a bubbling cauldron deep in the mossy woods. 🌿💀

#TerrariumArt #SpookyTerrarium #MiniWorlds #AtomicCityTerrariums #TinyScenes #MossMagic #TerrariumCommunity #HalloweenTerrarium

A glass terrarium with lush moss, dark rocks, a small grim reaper figurine, and a black cauldron filled with red liquid and a skull detail.

Atomic City Terrariums @atomicterrariums.bsky.social · Sep 7

A river of blue stone flows between mossy banks and rugged rock, turning this terrarium into a miniature mountain stream. 🌊🌿⛰️
#Terrarium #AtomicCityTerrariums #MossTerrarium #RiverTerrarium #TerrariumDesign #MiniWorlds #NatureInGlass #TerrariumCommunity #EcoArt #ClosedTerrarium #TinyLandscapes

A rounded glass bowl terrarium on a wooden base, featuring a bright blue gravel river running through the center, bordered by mossy green banks and framed by two large gray rocks.

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