MJC Botanical

A miniature world under glass 🌿

This new large terrarium cloche brings together some of my favourite plants to work with — jewel orchids, delicate leafless orchids, miniature orchids and layers of living moss.

Each plant has been carefully positioned to create a naturalistic forest landscape, playing with height, texture and form while allowing the extraordinary detail of these tiny orchids to take centre stage.

A one-of-a-kind botanical piece, designed to continue evolving and changing over time. Featured Terrarium Artists From Around The World

Currently on display Mappins Nursery & Aquarium

Inspired to create your own miniature world? Join me at one of my upcoming workshops via the link in Bio.

Office for today 🌿

Behind every workshop, commission and DIY kit is a lot of planning.

Today has been dedicated to refining the new MJC Botanical website—making it easier to explore workshops, commissions, botanical styling and the exciting additions coming soon.

Every detail is being considered to create an experience that reflects where MJC Botanical is today.

I can’t wait to share it with you.

🌿 Launching soon.

Some collaborations are built to last.

I’ve loved collaborating with .venn.ignite to create custom terrariums for her clients as part of her ongoing corporate gifting.

There’s something special about giving a living gift—one that continues to grow long after it’s received. Each terrarium is individually designed, beautifully presented and created to leave a lasting impression.

Whether you’re thanking valued clients, celebrating your team or looking for a thoughtful settlement gift, living botanical gifts offer something a little different from the traditional hamper.

If you’re looking for memorable corporate gifts or custom botanical commissions, I’d love to help.
Melissa 🌿

There has been plenty happening behind the scenes at MJC Botanical 🌿

Alongside our recent workshops, I’ve been busy creating private botanical commissions, preparing corporate gifts and working on some exciting new additions — including a refreshed website and an expanded collection of DIY botanical kits.

Over the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing more of what I’ve been creating, along with upcoming workshops and some beautiful recent workshop moments.

For now, here is a look at one of my recent private commissions ✨

Just 2 seats left for this afternoon’s Entangled Garden Cloche workshop — tables are set and ready, and these last two spots come with the larger dome, on us.

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to try cloche work, this is it.

Link in bio to grab one before they’re gone.

**Exclusive Opportunity**

Entangled Forest Cloche Workshop at Mappins Nursery

This Sunday, we are pleased to offer an upgraded cloche design at no additional charge—an exceptional chance to acquire larger domes that will not be part of our regular inventory. This enhanced size allows for increased capacity to incorporate moss, ferns, and tropical plants intertwined with timber sculptural features. Participants will layer materials to create a miniature moss forest encased in glass—a living artwork that balances natural spontaneity with elegance. No prior experience is required; all levels of skill are encouraged. Availability is limited. Please follow the link in our bio to secure your spot.

“I make things that breathe. Here’s everything I do.”

Save this if you’ve ever wanted to make something living. Which one inspires you most? — drop it below.

creativeworkshop

A thoughtful Mother’s Day gift, made to be experienced.

Our gift cards offer access to our botanical workshops—designed as slow, immersive experiences where creativity and nature come together.

From terrarium design to seasonal living creations, each workshop is an opportunity to pause, connect, and create something meaningful.

Available for use across all workshops. Available online www.brisbaneworkshops.com.au

A moment to create together this Saturday 🌿

Join me for a special Mother’s Day Weekend Premium Terrarium Workshop
Saturday 2–4pm

Create a layered sand terrarium in a large glass vessel, learning refined sand layering techniques to build a visually striking base. Planted with a curated selection of Hoya, baby ferns, fittonia and tropicals, finished with natural timber elements for a considered, living piece.

Guided every step of the way, with simple care advice so your terrarium continues to thrive.

Make one to gift, enjoy it at home, or gift a place and come together.

Bookings can be made via the link in Bio