Turning glass containers into plant-filled miniature rainforests was one way Caroline Edwards wanted to bring people together. or signup to continue reading That and the multiple benefits of gardening and nature. The Little Green World Albury owner finds joy in helping others create their own tiny gardens.
Her workshops teach the art of terrarium making and provide a calming and therapeutic environment, offering an "experience for all". "Taking time to make something with our hands is incredibly therapeutic," she said. "During my time as a social worker, I learned about the concept called flow.
When you get into a creative zone, your mind moves into a relaxed state which is similar to meditation. "This state is beneficial to maintaining good mental health and helps to relieve stress. "I believe the more we engage our creative sides, connect with nature, and take time out of our busy lives to have some fun, the better.
" She said it was important to connect and there's no better way than a creative afternoon with your friends. "The interesting part is my workshops aren't just for women, but men too," she said. Since 2022, Ms Edwards has been renting a space for her workshops.
However, in a couple of weeks, she will open her first studio on Mate Street. "I'm very excited," she said. Her workshops cover all the terrarium basics, including the art of landscaping, mosses, and after-care details.
"I also add in crystals, which make them look pretty," she said. "It's hard to believe .