Everglades Cypress Marsh Biome for Tiny Turtles SerpaDesign 2023-05-13 | This past week I went down to Florida for a few days to relax. While there, I took a day to make a setup for some of the world's smallest turtles! More specifically, the Three-Striped Mud Turtle. These little turtles are really cool and native to Florida. That in mind, I thought it would be best to recreate an Everglades cypress marsh biome or biotope for them. This outlines exactly how I did that. Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#turtle #ecosystem #serpadesign
DIY Budget Ecosystem Pond - Solo Build in 5 Days by Hand SerpaDesign 2023-04-29 | Two years ago, I made an ecosystem pond for my parents using a kit. That pond was fine, but it was quite small. Especially once they got goldfish. Even then, I knew I wanted to redo the entire thing to go larger.This time, I took a DIY approach in hopes to create a beautiful pond on a budget. All things considered, I believe I did exactly that. Even so, there are additional ways to save as I explain in the video.Anyway, join me as begin Pond Season 2023!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#pond #ecosystem #serpadesign
3,652 Day Journey of How a Terrarium Changed My Life SerpaDesign 2023-04-23 | I had no idea when I began sharing my art on YouTube, that I'd still be doing it 10 years later (3,652 days) while inspiring others in the process. It more or less all started with a humble vivarium, then to terrariums, and the rest is history. It's been quite a journey and this recap really only scratches the surface of what happened. Inevitably a lot of material had to be removed to maintain a concise presentation. Thank you for 10 years!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#terrarium #ecosystem #serpadesign
No-Filter Guppy Sanctuary Ecosystem Fish Tank SerpaDesign 2023-04-16 | Two years ago I started with a small colony of guppy in low tech no filter pond. I had it up and running ever since and the guppies have reproduced a lot since then. I wanted to put them in something larger that followed the same principals, but this time in an aquarium. At the end of the day, low tech setups such as this become an ecosystem that more or less sustain themselves.Turbo Start, and Glass/Acrylic Cleaner were all provided with a paid promotion by Fritz Aquaticsfritzaquatics.comLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#aquarium #ecosystem #serpadesign
I Made a Free Terrarium 1,814 Days Ago. How Is It? SerpaDesign 2023-04-01 | I was going through things the other day when I realized that it's already been five years since I made the "$0 Free Terrarium." It has always been one of my favorites and I haven't shown it in a while. How is it doing this many years later? Those questions and more are answered in this video. Enjoy!Original Terrarium Build Videoyoutu.be/KR2Lo0rOF7gLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#terrarium #ecosystem #serpadesign
Mini Tiered Pooling Ponds Recirculating Moss Bog Bowl SerpaDesign 2023-03-25 | In this one I take a pendant light shade and turn it into a naturalistic setup complete with moss, ponds, and waterfalls. Sometimes it's the most mundane objects that make for really interesting projects. My hope with this one was to create a neat feature with the pooling ponds that's highlighted by the beauty of the moss.I hope you enjoy this one! Let me know what you think in the comments!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#pond #waterfalls #serpadesign
Fire-Bellied Toads 11 Years Later - An Emotional Journey SerpaDesign 2023-03-18 | A few weeks ago it finally hit me, "I've had the Fire-Bellied Toads for almost 12 years!" I wanted to talk about them again and as I went through everything to do a proper update/retrospective, I completely underestimated how much of a role they've played in the growth of my craft.I also didn't realize I made one of the saddest video on my channel until I got done watching the final edit. It was not my intention at least. No joke, this one got me in the feels. These toads have been with me for a third of my life, in four of the five houses I’ve lived in, and much more. Additionally, seeing the journey of my hobby outlined to this extent is weird to say the least. I have so much appreciation for these toads and the joy they’ve brought me over the years is priceless.Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#frog #paludarium #serpadesign
In-Wall Bathroom Aquarium. Did I Take My Dream Too Far? SerpaDesign 2023-03-12 | I've wanted to setup an in-wall aquarium for a really long time now and I knew I would at the new place. I just wasn't sure where. However, as I was building out the animal room a few months ago, I made my decision... In the bathroom! I know it sounds silly, but it actually ended up being a great place for it.Visually, I think the tank turned out really well and I believe I nailed the in-wall aesthetic. From a functional perspective, though, having an aquarium in the bathroom is definitely the move! It just makes sense. I think so at least. What do you think? Let me know in the comments! A.C.C.R., Trace, Turbo Start, and Glass/Acrylic Cleaner were all provided with a paid promotion by Fritz Aquaticsfritzaquatics.comLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#aquarium #fishtank #serpadesign
My Giant Bullfrog Needed a New Home - Samsons Story SerpaDesign 2023-03-05 | It's so crazy to me that I've already had Samson for almost six years! Time really does fly. I love this frog, but recently there was an issue with his paludarium. At some point during the move the seal on his tank broke and it began leaking. I never determined precisely what happened, but I had no choice other than to completely redo his setup. As I explain in the video, I would've had to fix it at some point anyway. I just had to do it much sooner than anticipated. Anyway, over the years I've had a lot of time to observe Samson and determine precisely what he wants from a home. I thought it would be cool to go through his entire journey thus far to give better context to all of that. This is how I built his new home and his journey thus far. Enjoy!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#frog #africanbullfrog #serpadesign
Giant Terrarium 2,105 Days Later - An Amazing Story SerpaDesign 2023-02-25 | It's crazy to think that nearly six years ago I made the "Jumbo Terrarium." It feels like it was just yesterday! I looked at it again just recently, as I was trying to find a place for it in my office. I realized that it was in need of some TLC and I had to share the progress thus far. Enjoy!Original Terrarium Build Videoyoutu.be/O4wF6VE1MIkLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#terrarium #ecosystem #serpadesign
DIY Arid Desert Bioactive Vivarium for Blue Beetles SerpaDesign 2023-02-18 | It's been a while since I made a vivarium and nearly two years since I've done an arid or desert style design. I'm not sure why I don't do them more frequently, but that's likely to change soon. I had a ton of fun with this build and I've been thoroughly enjoying the beetles! They're very enjoyable, easy to care for, and fun to watch.Let me know what you think of the project and what you want to see next!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#vivarium #terrarium #serpadesign
The Animal Room is A LOT of Work SerpaDesign 2023-02-11 | I'm currently working on several project simultaneously that I can't wait to share! I also had to tie up loose ends in the animal room to really get things moving. I figured I should take the opportunity this week to address all of that. I thoroughly enjoy how it's coming together. What do you think? Let me know in the comments!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#animalroom #work #serpadesign
Lush Jungle Paludarium for Tetra Fish Community SerpaDesign 2023-02-04 | I finally finished the animal room just a few weeks ago. However, I still haven't moved all of the animals into the new space. One of the tanks I had to address was the Blackwater IKEA Riparium. I didn't have proper lighting on that setup since moving it and as a result most of the marginal plant growth didn't flourish. I also felt that I could do something better, so I decided to redo the setup completely. Enjoy!Make a DIY IKEA Aquariumyoutu.be/ir4kHioCSM0Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Update on the Riparium00:39 Moving the Fish00:55 What I Want to Create01:56 Making a Corkbark Background03:06 Adding Vines and Branches04:15 Hardscape Overview04:37 Substrate Mix05:10 Adding the Plants 06:13 Filling the Aquarium06:25 Naturalizing with Botanicals06:53 Adding the Fish#aquarium #paludarium #serpadesign
The Real Story Behind My New Animal Room. Its Done. SerpaDesign 2023-01-28 | For the past 5 months I've been working non-stop to complete the new animal room. From the start, I set out to create the most beautiful and functional space possible to showcase this hobby. I think I pulled that off, but I want to know what you think.It's been a challenging endeavor to say the least. Despite all of the stress and being burnt out, I still had fun doing it and would everything to get here. That wouldn't have been my response a few weeks ago, but looking back now and seeing mostly everything completed puts it all into perspective.This has been a lifelong dream come true. I've always wanted a space dedicated to my craft and it's been something I've worked to for years. I never could've imagined it would turn out this good either. It's rare that I'm this content with a project, but I guess given the amount of time spent on it, I certainly should be. Anyway, thank you so much for patience and support over the past few months. It's been a rough journey full of many ups and downs. Understand that I can only discuss so much on YouTube and there was way more going on behind the scenes that further complicated the process. I really want to paint the fullest picture I could in this video, though. Enjoy!00:00 Why I'm Making a New Room01:50 Prepping The Basement 02:29 Obligatory Design Choices03:14 Framing. Insulation, and Drywall04:55 Painting the Space05:50 A Change of Plans06:30 I'm Burnt Out07:13 I'm Stressed Out08:47 Completing the Renovation09:46 The New Animal Room10:06 Complete Tour19:37 Final ThoughtsLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogBuy Merchteespring.com/stores/serpadesignFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#animalroom #done #serpadesign
How Are The Animals Doing Now? SerpaDesign 2023-01-22 | I've been wanting to do a proper update on the animals for awhile, especially since I didn't do an animal room tour last year. Although I didn't account for everything in this video, I feel like I got the vast majority maintained and moved into the new space. Other than a few mishaps and the leaking tank, everything is going really well for them, which I love to see. I hope you do as well and enjoy the video.00:00 What I'm Doing00:34 Lowtech Aquascape02:22 African Dwarf Frogs03:00 Dismantling an Aquarium03:00 Samurai Betta Riparium04:34 Crystal Gems Aquascape05:08 Ancient Ruins Paludarium06:12 Play Button Paludarium06:25 Metaframe Aquarium06:45 River Aquarium08:09 New Caledonia Geckos Vivariums08:45 Kingsnake Vivarium10:10 Leaking Enclosure Ruined12:24 Final ThoughtsLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogBuy Merchteespring.com/stores/serpadesignFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#aquarium #vivarium #serpadesign
Underwater Riparium Air Pockets for Houseplants Grown in Aquarium Substrate Aquascape SerpaDesign 2023-01-15 | I thought of this idea about a month ago while adding concepts to my idea book. I like to do that as inspiration strikes, so I never forget anything. While revisiting a few things, I was reintroduced to this idea. I wasn't quite sure how I make it happen or if it was even possible, but I had a strong feeling that it would be.Sure enough it was and I'm really excited with the result. I know that terrariums and ripariums are both viable long term solutions and this is essentially just a combination of the two. As such, I have no reason not this think this should work. My only complaint is condensation on the glass. For now I'm fine to leave it like this, but if I decide to keep the aquarium going indefinitely, then I'll try to come up with a solution.Anyway, enjoy this fun and challenging project and let me know what you think about it down in the comments!Learn How to Make an IKEA Aquariumyoutu.be/ir4kHioCSM000:00 Why Do I Want To Do This? 01:00 Running an Experiment02:02 Modifying Cloche Containers03:08 Getting the Aquarium Started04:06 Doing a Water Test04:42 Attempting to Hardscape06:13 Creating the Details07:30 Putting Houseplants Underwater08:31 Adding Aquatic Plants08:44 The Completed Design09:49 Adding The Fish and SnailsLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogBuy Merchteespring.com/stores/serpadesignFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#aquascape #houseplants #serpadesign
Transforming a Closet Into an Epic Mini Animal Room SerpaDesign 2023-01-07 | Having a proper storage, utility, and quarantine area within the new animal room is something I felt was really important to include. Being organized and knowing where everything is makes it so much easier to maintain a large group of animals. So, including this sort of room seemed like a now brainier. However, I didn't want to dedicate too much space for this.In this video, I take you through the process of transforming a bland looking closet into a functional and beautiful looking space. I don't know about you, but I think there's something so satisfying about seeing a transformation like this. What do you think about what I've done thus far? Also, what else do you think I should include in this space? Let me know down in the comments!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro 00:28 What I Want to Include01:26 Customizing The Cabinets 03:38 Adding Details04:46 Installing The Fridge05:03 Everything Has a Place05:32 Building Utility Racks07:19 R/O Water Filtration08:17 Filling The Racks09:44 Overview of My Progress#fishroom #animalroom #serpadesign
Thank You, Its Been A Wild Ride SerpaDesign 2022-12-31 | From beginning to end, this year was crazy. There were A LOT of significant things that occurred, both good and bad. I traveled and collaborated a few times, built some of my favorite projects to date, and just about completed my dream animal room space. The combination of moving, creating content, and other things had me truly burnt out for the first time.After all is said and done, it was a hard year, but a good one. As I made this video it really gave me perspective on everything that happened. With that, I just want to say THANK YOU for supporting me throughout this year! None of this would be possible without your help. I can't wait to show you what's next!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro 00:35 Play Button Paludarium01:18 Suriname Toads Update02:38 The Betta Fish03:27 Dismantling My Designs03:52 The New Animal Room04:29 Collaborations06:14 Highly Requested Projects06:40 2022 In Retrospect#2022 #updates #serpadesign
Dripping Jungle Paludarium for Community of Tiny Frogs (African Dwarf Frog Setup) SerpaDesign 2022-12-23 | I've been getting requests to do a build for African Dwarf Frogs for years now. These adorable little frogs are pretty common and easy to care for. You just have to ensure they're well fed and in a clean, well-decorated enclosure. If given the proper environment, they'll thrive and surely bring a smile to your face. I haven't kept them in many years, but I really enjoyed them when I did.Like any frog, they'll eat anything they can fit in their mouth. So keep that in mind if you decide to cohabitate with anything else. They're timid and not great at finding food, making them easily out competed. Taking the time to hand feed can eliminate this issue entirely and they'll learn when it's time to do so. Just make some noise and be patient. Once one comes the rest will follow. This will also greatly mitigate the risk of impaction. That said, if you use a fine substrate it shouldn't be an issue because they're pretty good about spitting out non-food items. Definitely worth noting regardless. Go easy on the bloodworms as well. They're not a great staple food and should be provided sparingly. Also, as I said in the video I don't think they're for everyone. They take a little bit of extra care, but if you're willing to provide it, they're a very rewarding frog to keep. They're just so tiny, clumsy, and goofy! Plus they do incredible in groups and interact with each other. That said, if you hear a little "buzzing" or "chirping" sound near the tank, it's probably a male frog calling for a female. If he's feeling good, you'll hear him all the time!Anyway, I hope you all enjoy the video! Let me know what you think about these little frogs and if you do or have kept them before.Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro 00:16 Enclosure Overview 00:40 Creating the Hardscape04:57 Making the Drip Filter06:34 Adding the Riparian Plants07:26 Substrate and Aquatic Plants08:39 Fine Tuning the Design09:41 Adding the African Dwarf Frogs10:37 The Clean Up Crew10:47 Completed Paludarium#paludarium #frog #serpadesign
Indoor Ocean - My Saltwater Coral Reef Marine Aquarium SerpaDesign 2022-12-17 | "Would you consider making a saltwater aquarium?" This has been one of the most requested videos on the channel since 2016! As I explained, it's something I've wanted to do for awhile. I just wanted to ensure I did it right. That way, I can learn as much as possible with my first tank and translate that all into more accessible/intricate builds in the future.I've known I would create a reef aquarium for years now, but it was just a matter doing it. I was pretty nervous at first and even now I'm constantly checking up on the tank. However, I'm the type of person that just has to go for it and I think this was the push I needed. Plus it got me to finish the new animal room much faster than anticipated, so that's a bonus.I knew I would like it all and I'm sure I will even more with time, but I'm enjoying it way more than I expected. I guess that's until something goes wrong, but I'm here for it. It's pretty cool to start something completely new, with minimal prior knowledge. Anyway, the won't be the last of saltwater from me. Stay tuned for more and for updates on this tank. Thank you for encouraging me to do this now for the past six years or so.This entire build was sponsored and provided by Fritz Aquatics. They made a video as well, documenting the process. Check it out!youtu.be/oEEP6fv5jq4fritzaquatics.comYou should also check out Tidal Gardens. Than's coral farm is incredible!youtube.com/@tidalgardenstidalgardens.comLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Why I'm Finally Making a Saltwater Aquarium03:08 A Brief Introduction to Water and Marine Salt04:49 Planning for the Build06:09 Unboxing the Components06:47 Moving the Aquarium Into the Animal Room07:38 Configuring the Sump and Plumbing10:14 Overview of Hardscape Elements11:06 Crafting an Arched Cave Hardscape14:07 The Tank Cracked?14:56 Lighting and Other Items15:21 Mixing and Adding the Saltwater16:15 Going to Tidal Gardens for Coral17:11 Feeling Humbled17:58 Collecting Corals for my New Aquarium18:54 Going to a Fish Store in Ohio19:33 Acclimating the Fish, Crabs, Snails, and Coral20:18 Adding Life to the Tank21:59 The New Saltwater Aquarium22:33 My Thoughts and Experience Thus Far25:30 Excited for What's Next#saltwater #aquarium #serpadesign
So I Ended Up With 100 NEW Fish. Now What? SerpaDesign 2022-12-03 | I'm always happy to take on or adopt animals that need a good home, but I wasn't expecting this. One of my best friends told me his aunt had some baby koi that needed a new home. I've wanted to get some koi, so I figured this was a good opportunity to get them. However, they were not koi and there ended up being WAY more fish that originally described. Either way, I gladly took them all.I also took the time to address Cookie the snapping turtle's tank. I've needed to do it for awhile and intended to wait until I move it into the new animal room. I couldn't wait much longer, though, so I got to it! It's crazy to see how much she's grown.Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#goldfish #pond #serpadesign
Mini Flowing Moss Waterfalls in a Jungle Cloche Terrarium SerpaDesign 2022-11-26 | I love making terrariums and enclosed systems, but including an actual moving water feature isn't always the easiest task. I'm always imagining new way for it to be done and in this one, I show you a different way.Although I've done it before, I personally think this is one of my best ones yet! The water flows pretty vigorously and the piece overall just has an appealing aesthetic to it. I think that's largely due to the use of Pagoda Stone and moss. The combination of the two and running water, just makes for a really beautiful design.I want to know what you think, tough. Let me know in the comments and enjoy the video! Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Putting Waterfalls in Jars00:31 Selecting a Container00:55 Creating a Pump Vault Platform04:18 Making an Overflow Box04:44 Addressing the Pump06:23 Increasing the low06:50 Hardscaping the Waterfalls08:09 Adding Living Walls08:26 Finishing the Pump Vault08:48 Testing the Waterfalls 09:20 Plating with Moss10:26 Creating a Drip Vine10:43 The Finished Design#terrarium #waterfalls #serpadesign
I Installed an Aquarium in My Bathroom Wall... Im Excited! SerpaDesign 2022-11-19 | I've been working on the new animal room since September, which has been a very long and drawn out process to say the least. When I began, I expected to finish everything within a few weeks. Needless to say, I quickly realized it wasn't going to happen that quickly. Just over two months in and things are finally starting to shape up.What I've shown is really just an abbreviated version of what's been done thus far. There was a lot of planning and time that went into this. As you've seen, I a lot of the work myself, but I've had a few professionals in for other details. Aligning with their schedules added to the complexity of it all as well, but here we are.Anyway, I was hanging drywall pretty much all week. I was also working on a really cool project, which you'll see next week. I intended to share that this week, but I kept finding myself walking through the animal room, imagining how the space will continue to transform. So even though I wanted to do the project, I kept thinking to myself, "follow the passion," and this is where it led me.As always, I hope you all enjoyed seeing the progress of things and are as excited as I am about all of this! I have SO MUCH planned for this space that I can't wait to share. Stay tuned for that and enjoy the video!If you missed any of the saga in creating the new animal room, then check out the playlist below! I've compiled the entire journey into a single playlist.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGPT1t4CqpfhCL9tTUQv6n12dc4_RVAidLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#animalroom #excited #serpadesign
Crazy Moss Ball Terrarium but Its NOT What You Think SerpaDesign 2022-11-12 | 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!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Gaining Inspiration from the Pond01:18 Capturing Memories with Terrariums02:21 Collecting Materials04:50 Preparing the Container05:52 False Bottom and Substrate Layers07:22 I Need More Terrariums08:01 Adding the Plants09:29 The Final Details10:11 Completed Designs#terrarium #moss #serpadesign
Minimalist Mountain Islands Paludarium (Rock Filtered) SerpaDesign 2022-11-05 | I've been considering a minimalist paludarium or aquascape for awhile now. After dismantling a few setups and realizing that the structure from the Fern Rock Planter would be perfect for a build, like this, I got to work. I think this was a great way to reuse previous assets and create some cool. What do you think?I realize a minimal type design is not everyone's cup of tea, but I thick it's pretty neat and adds variety to the animal room. As I said in the video, there's something about the open/negative space that makes everything else pop, which makes it very interesting to observe... In my opinion at least.Let me know what you think in the comments and enjoy the video!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa0:00 My Idea For This Paludarium1:18 Creating the Mountain Islands2:12 Addressing Water-Flow and Filtration3:58 Adding Plants to the Formations 5:18 Testing the Pump for Flow5:46 Filling the Bottom with Sand 6:25 A Closer Look at the Scape6:53 Adding the Fish7:16 The Completed Design#paludarium #aquascape #serpadesign
I Accidentally Destroyed the 350 Gallon Paludarium SerpaDesign 2022-10-29 | The saga of moving into the new place has finally come to an end and we're going out with a bang... literally! I didn't want to draw the process out this long, but one thing led to another and here we are. The entire process took much longer than expected. There were plenty of hiccups as well, but pretty much all the animals made it there safely, which is the important thing.I meant to talk about it in the video, but my plan was and still is to rebuild the 350, but in a different way. I'll have to get some replacement glass now since we dropped the back, but that's alright. My plan for it is much different than before and I can't wait to share that.I can't wait to show you all what's next and I appreciate your patience as I worked through all of this. Enjoy the video!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#paludarium #moving #serpadesign
Dismantling the 600 Gallon Jungle Vivarium SerpaDesign 2022-10-22 | The move continues and in this week's video, I address some of the bigger items, like the 600 Gallon Vivarium. Unfortunately, it's not possible to move this tank without doing so. It kind of works out, though, because I came up with some new ideas for it that will make it even better than before. I'll go over all of that in a later video.The rest of the process has been anything but smooth. There were a lot of other issues I had and am still dealing with that I outline in the video. However, I'm almost done and the end is in sight. I can't wait to start making projects in the new space to share with you. Stay tuned for that, enjoy the video, and have a great weekend!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#vivarium #moving #serpadesign
I Absolutely Hate Doing This. Its So Stressful SerpaDesign 2022-10-15 | Since I've been making animal rooms (roughly 16 years) there has been a reoccurring challenge... moving! After all is said and done, this will have been the fourth time and hopefully the last. If you've never had to move stuff like this, trust me, it's a terrible experience. Even if everything goes correctly, it's still very stressful.I don't like uprooting my animals and moving the tanks at all. However, I don't have any choice and the time has finally come to start building my life and SerpaDesign somewhere else. So, in this one, I take you on the start of that journey. We'll move a decent amount of the animals and take a look at some of the buddies.Enjoy the video and have a great weekend! I can't wait till this is all over and we can move forward. Stay tuned!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#animalroom #moving #serpadesign
Blackwater Riparium for Blue Tetras in the IKEA Aquarium SerpaDesign 2022-10-08 | A few weeks ago, I made tanks that will be part of the new animal room. All four of them will encapsulate various type of environments, such as this blackwater riparium. I want to consolidate a few of my tanks to make the move easier and many of those fish will do very well in a community aquarium, like this. Plus, they all prefer a blackwater system, so it only made sense to start with this one.I figured while I was at it, I might as well turn it into a riparium (an aquarium that includes terrestrial/marginal plants above the water). I'm always looking to make things easier and lower maintenance and putting plants above the rim always helps with this. They filter the water very effectively, which can greatly spread out the need for water changes and other maintenance.Anyway, I'll show more about this in a future video and I can't wait to share what's next. Stay tuned for that and enjoy the video!Make a DIY IKEA Aquariumyoutu.be/ir4kHioCSM0Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro to Blackwater Setups00:18 Addressing the Botanicals02:50 The DIY IKEA Aquarium03:15 Creating a Cork Bark Background04:11 Accounting for Filtration04:50 Adding the Substrates 05:36 Creating the Riparium Area07:06 Adding the Botanicals07:40 The Finishing Details08:16 The Final Design09:16 Adding the Blue Tetras#aquarium #aquascape #serpadesign
Making Easy to Maintain Isopod Bins and Care SerpaDesign 2022-10-01 | I've been keeping isopods for a few years now, but I haven't showcased them on the channel quite like this. That's partly because I usually just use them as part of the cleanup crew, but also because I was trying to figure out how to maintain a proper Rubber Ducky colony.I've wanted to make a video like this for years and now was finally the time. Jaden randomly sent me a bunch of isopods (I didn't ask for them, nor did he ask me to make a video about them) which meant I had to make a bunch of new colonies. Since I was doing it anyway, I felt that this could be a great way to illustrate how I successfully keep isopods in current day.As always, keep in mind that this is what works for me and what I'm keeping. I may have downplayed it slightly, but care for each species is specific, even if it's usually just about how wet their home is. Either way, research and considerations should be made accordingly.Casuarina Cones provided by Fritz Aquatics w/ Paid Promotionfritzaquatics.com/products/casuarina-conesIsopods provided by Featured Creatureshttps://featuredcreatures.shop/Isopod Substrate Mix½ Part Charcoal1 Part Coco Chips½ Part Coco Fiber1 Part Orchid Bark½ Part Sand1 Part Sphagnum Moss3 Parts TopsoilLearn More About Springtailsyoutu.be/c7UgKFtSjD0Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#isopods #bioactive #serpadesign
Making The Best and Easiest DIY Aquariums From IKEA? SerpaDesign 2022-09-24 | I've been repairing and building aquariums for many years now. Typically that involves cutting glass, so it's not necessarily the most accessible task around. That said, I've been trying to find a way to build custom rimless tanks, that don't involve cutting glass. I want DIY aquariums to be an option for everyone.It took me awhile to discover a solution, but not long ago, I had a eureka while at IKEA. I realized that they sell a lot of good glass shelving that could be used to build aquariums. So, I got to work finding pieces that could fit together, and to my surprise, they had several sets that work!In this video, I outline the entire process from start to end. I decided to cover every aspect of it because I've never explained the tank construction process in much detail. Sure, I've shown it a ton of time by now, but there are a lot of tricks that I generally leave out to make the video more concise. Anyway, you could use these techniques to build most glass tanks.All three tank sizes require the items listed below in the material list. The shelves specific to make each size tank are listed separately. I discovered two additional sizes that weren't included in the video and included them below.MATERIAL LISTASI Black Silicone - amzn.to/3UycHTb EVA Foam - bit.ly/3r0jO9w Scotch Masking Tape - thd.co/3r1RUK3 Utrusta Shelf, 15x14.75” (x1) - bit.ly/3Ssz5vw TANK SIZESSmall Tank Kit (24 Gallons; 92 Liters)Shelf, 30x14.75” (x2) - bit.ly/3r4Qe2CLarge Tank Kit (29 Gallons; 111 Liters)Shelf, 36x14.75” (x2) - bit.ly/3R3rEK0 Nano Tank Kit (14Gallons; 53 Liters); not included in videoShelf, 18x14.75” (x2) - bit.ly/3BEFsVO Extra Small Tank Kit (19 Gallons; 72 Liters); not included in videoShelf, 22x14.75” (x2) - bit.ly/3fih1Wn Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#aquarium #diy #serpadesign
Exposing My Big Secret That Changes It All (The Truth) SerpaDesign 2022-09-17 | For a few weeks now, I've been hinting at some big that was about to happen. That said, it's taken a lot longer than I expected to tell you about it. I've been working extremely hard to make this all a possibility, but even so, a lot of things have stood and continue to stand in my way. I know these are just growing pains of the situation, though. The current animal room hasn't served me pretty much the entire time I've had it. Regardless, I've made it work. I'd say the primary issues are the layout, lack of storage space, and the garage workshop. All of these combined together make for a situation that complicates everything about what I do. You'd think the primary issue would be the size of the room itself. However, I'd say the whole thing is made way smaller because of those other details.Anyway, moving into a completely new and bigger space will change everything. I can actually design it around every aspect of what I do to truly optimize the entire process. From water changes, to building, to filming, I'm accounting for everything. I'll outline all of that in future videos.That's all I have for now, though... I have to get back to work! Enjoy the video and let me know what you want to see in the new room.Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#animalroom #secret #serpadesign
Easy DIY Self-Watering Micro Living Plant Wall SerpaDesign 2022-09-10 | I've made living walls a few times on the channel, but they're usually kind of involved to make. For this project, my goal was to make it as accessible as possible, using simple techniques and limited materials. For your convenience, I've left a complete list of everything here. Let me know what you think about the project in the comments and enjoy!Materials UsedCapillary Rope - amzn.to/3xcHfA1Large Tray - bit.ly/3DfsAHYLarge Tray Lid - bit.ly/3QvGxED (link doesn't show product; may only be available in stores)Sphagnum Moss - low.es/3Day076 Super Glue - low.es/3DfibMrWeather Seal Foam - low.es/3QMvTcZPlant ListAdiantum raddianumAlternanthera ficoidea 'Snowball'Callisia repensCryptanthus bivittatusHemionitis arifoliaNephrolepis exaltataPellionia repensSelaginella erythropusSelaginella kraussianaLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa0:00 The Living Wall Idea0:29 Choosing a Container0:37 Modifying the Bin1:27 Using Foam to Plant1:55 Including Capillary Rope2:35 Plant Preparation3:20 Adding the Plants4:35 Final Details5:53 Finished Design6:28 How to Care for It#livingwall #plantwall #serpadesign
DIY Naturalistic Bog Filtered Garden Pond for Turtles SerpaDesign 2022-09-03 | In this week's video, I teamed up with some friends to build a pond! This one was a little different, though, because we had to create it from a few stock ponds. Our other friend, Charlie, texted and explained that we wanted to build a cool breeding setup for two albino snapping turtles using these ponds, we had full creative freedom otherwise.We put our heads together and with a little bit of planning, a lot of work, and fun, I think we came up with something that looks incredible! You would never know this is a stock pond setup, unless we told you! Anyway, the rest of the video speaks for itself, so enjoy the build and let me know what you think in the comments. ALSO, the pond is much bigger than it look. We were able to retain the majority of the space within the basin. It just doesn't appear that way from the top with all the branches and plants, but that was a purposeful decision. We wanted to ensure that the turtles had somewhere cool they can go during the heat of the Florida Sun.Check out my friend's channels for more turtle content!DanTheTurtleMan - youtube.com/c/DanTheGuppyManGreg's Turtle Haven - youtube.com/c/GregsTurtleHavenLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Concept for the Build00:40 On-Site Planning for Bog System00:57 Collecting Trees to Scape With01:31 Initial Basin Details02:33 Modifying the Bog Filter's Pond02:52 Adding Geotextile Fabric03:27 Selecting Hardscape Materials04:10 Rocking the Water Feature05:12 Framing and Lining the Waterfall06:23 Finalizing the Bog Filter08:07 Addressing the Berm09:17 Finishing the Pond's Basin09:41 Planting the Bog10:05 Testing the Waterfall10:16 Final Details10:44 Adding the Turtles#diypond #pond #serpadesign
The Sad Truth of My DIY Garden Pond SerpaDesign 2022-08-27 | Three years ago I Built one of my favorite projects to date, the DIY Backyard Garden Pond. It was a real challenge to pull off and something that I'm truly proud of, even to this day. Sure it might not be the best looking thing around, but that's alright. It still does everything it's designed to do and it's been so enjoyable to have. However, the time for it had come and the sad truth of this pond, which I've known for awhile now, must be revealed. More on what's happening in the future... stay tuned.Original Buildyoutu.be/TeHybQPz7REFritzZyme Monster 360, FrtizPond A.C.C.R., FrtizPond Clarifier, FrtizPond Waterfall Cleaner were provided with a paid promotion by Fritz Aquatics fritzaquatics.com/products/fritz-glass-acrylic-cleanerLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#diypond #pond #serpadesign
Impossible No Opening Orb Ecosphere SerpaDesign 2022-08-20 | The Impossible No Opening Orb Ecosphere.... AHHHHH! This project was quite the challenge. I knew it would be, but I couldn't have imagined that it would be anything like this. At nearly every turn I was faced with yet another hurdle. Truthfully, I almost discarded it altogether, but I knew this would be a cool project if I could pull it off. So, I continued on and made it happen!I really hope you all enjoy it ! Let me know what you think about it in the comments and leave the video with a thumbs up if you liked it.Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 This Should Work?01:34 A Look At My Concept02:00 Container Modifications03:41 Project Platform05:54 Creating the Hardscape06:48 Foaming the Rocks07:47 One Problem After Another08:50 Adding the Plants09:41 Plumbing for the Pump10:08 Filling the Orb10:45 Adding the Final Details11:18 Finished Design#ecosphere #sealedaquarium #serpadesign
I Cant Believe It - My Closed Terrarium 6 Years Later... SerpaDesign 2022-08-13 | I can't believe that it's been six years since I made the Closed Tropical Terrarium from How to Terrarium Episode 2 (see original video youtu.be/d8AbbNnkS90). In some ways it feels like much longer than that and in others not. I remember the process of building it and watching the video grow very clearly. It was an exciting time in my life, especially considering what has transpired since. This terrarium will always have a special place with me and I couldn't help but share how it's doing now!USE CODE "htt26" at checkout to get 10% OFF your entire order on my shop. serpadesign.creator-spring.comLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Introduction00:27 The Terrarium00:38 Being Retrospective01:10 Opening the Jar01:36 How's It Smell02:08 Initial Inspection03:02 Trimming Plants06:59 Cleaning the Glass08:13 Replacing Removed Elements09:37 Adding Water10:03 An Updated Look11:14 My Last Update Like This11:47 New Merch#terrarium #closedterrarium #serpadesign
Living Self-Watering Jungle Arc (EASY Moss Drip Planter) SerpaDesign 2022-08-06 | Sometimes a project begin simply with an everyday object. This was one of those projects. As I was cruising through a store the other week, I found a little storage container. As soon as I saw it, this project popped into my head... well sort of. My original vision was different from the result, but I like this better.I tried to keep it as simple as possible and I think it was really easy to build. Other than the expertise involved with stacking the rocks, the rest requires little to no finesse at all. I left a complete list of materials below if you'd like to make one for yourself. Enjoy!Material List (Non Affiliate Links)Aquasoil - amzn.to/3Qnsod8Container - bit.ly/3A0PGQwHemp String - amzn.to/3zVVqKnLava Rocks - thd.co/3A0NybnLight - amzn.to/3Q6Om4dSphagnum Moss - amzn.to/3BMnnH0Super Glue - amzn.to/3QbB4niPlant ListFern Moss (Thuidium delicatulum)Oak Leaf Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia')Thread Moss (Amblystegium varium)Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Project Idea and Container01:07 Pump Logistics01:33 Plumbing the Container03:00 Hardscape Design05:31 Adjusting the Flow07:12 Making Jungle Vines08:04 Addressing the Tray08:42 Adding the Plants09:42 Completed Build#moss #diy #serpadesign
Reviving a Ruined 60 Year Old Vintage Nano Aquarium SerpaDesign 2022-07-30 | While driving through my neighborhood a few years ago, I stumbled up something special in someone's trash... a 60 year old Metaframe Aquarium! This wasn't the first time I recovered a tank in this manner, but it was the first time I found a vintage tank like this. I was very excited, but years later and I still haven't done anything with it. That is, until now.Unfortunately, I couldn't just go and create a new aquascape in the tank. The entire thing needed cleaned, dismantled, and reassembled with some new materials. After all, the thing is 60 years old! A lot went into all of that, but I'll let the video tell the rest of the story.Enjoy the build/restoration and let me know what you think in the comments!Material List (Non Affiliate Links)Lights - bit.ly/3oMGhWyWindow Frost - bit.ly/3OXqsXKLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro to Metaframes01:00 Pre-Restoration Inspection01:55 Dismantling the Aquarium04:13 A Clean Frame04:33 Replacing the Glass05:29 What Silicone to Use?06:09 Reassembling the Tank07:34 Doing a Water Test08:28 Creating the Hardscape10:37 A Pre-Formed Scape11:40 Setting up the Aquarium13:07 Adding the Plants14:14 Final Details and Fish14:56 Finished Design#aquarium #restoration #serpadesign
Do My Builds Even Work? The Ecobulb Riparian Jungle Now SerpaDesign 2022-07-23 | In this one, we take the two month look at the Ecobulb Riparian Jungle. This was one of my favorite projects so far. I had a lot of fun building it and I think it's a very unique looking piece. Many of you were wondering, though, what does this piece look like now? In fact, some of you were wondering if something like this can even work.I've decided to turn this one into an update and I think you'll be pleased with the results. Let me know what you think about the progress of it thus far. Also, I should mention that part of why it look different now is because it's against a white background, which lightens things up. Anyway, enjoy the video!Original Ecobulb Build Videoyoutu.be/FaNtLHy5wVoA.C.C.R. and FritzZyme Trace were provided with a paid promotion by Fritz Aquaticsfritzaquatics.com/products/fritz-glass-acrylic-cleanerLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Introduction00:57 How Do You Maintain This?01:27 Do My Projects Work?02:56 Trimming the Plants03:54 How Is Orb Filtered?04:56 Addressing Algae05:37 Doing a Water Change07:44 What's Different?08:35 How Are the Fish?09:44 Is This Overstocked?10:09 Keeping Fish In a Round Container11:04 Moving Forward11:48 Where Did I Get This Jar?14:04 Conclusion#riparium #aquarium #serpadesign
Epic Mini Pond For Viewing Plants and Fish Above Water (DIY Aquagarden) SerpaDesign 2022-07-16 | I've been planning to make another mini pond for months now, but none of my plans seemed to work. As I explored ideas, I was set on doing something with a storage bin. It seemed like it could make for a fun project in concept and I wasn't wrong. This was a really enjoyable build from start to finish. I think the result is really unique looking, especially with all of the cedar and copper elements. What do you think?Materials Used (Non-Affiliate Links)Cedar Planks - thd.co/3P9fPSmCopper Elbow - thd.co/3IQ51X6Copper Pipe - thd.co/3RGcH1WCopper Pipe Holders - thd.co/3o9EgmYLED Light - No Longer SoldMini USB Air Pump - amzn.to/3c8lmtKPipe Clamps - thd.co/3yKHbHvSponge Filter - amzn.to/3RCBKmGStorage Bin - thd.co/3yK4elUPlant List (Acquired from flipaquatics.com - not sponsored)Bacopa monnieri (Moneywort)Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green'Hydrocotyle leucocephala (Dwarf Pennywort)Myriophyllum brasiliensis (Dwarf Red Parrot's Feather)Myriophyllum pinnatum 'Green'Nymphphaea rubra (Dwarf Aquarium Lily)Nymphoides hydrophylla 'Taiwan' (Taiwan Lily)Pogostemon stellatus 'Octopus'Proserpinaca palustris (Mermaid Plant)Rotala indicaVallisneria americana (Jungle Val)Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Introduction00:16 Material Overview01:08 Constructing Frames02:54 Adding Casters03:51 Making the Cedar Exterior08:46 Lighting and Filtration11:31 How I'll Plant12:27 Adding Substrate12:58 Plant Selection13:30 Planting the Pots14:38 Finishing Touches15:06 Snails and Fish#pond #aquagarden #serpadesign
Its Been Rough... Lets Talk SerpaDesign 2022-07-09 | I've been doing a lot here in the animal room lately. As a result, a few things fell by the wayside. I address some of that in this video by creating new moss and isopod bins. Additionally, many of you have been asking about the status of everything in general. Typically I don't make the content about my personal life and I don't intent to make it the norm, but truthfully it's been rough... let's talk. Join Me at Animal Con USA (Aug 26-28)I'll be there for meet and greets and other things next month. If you plan on going, I'll see you there!animalconusa.com/index.htmlLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Introduction00:26 Making Moss Propagation Bins03:55 Making More Isopod Bio Bins08:34 Let's Talk About Things15:40 Closing Thoughts#moss #isopods #serpadesign
DIY Mini Marsh Waterfalls All-In-One Floating Terrarium SerpaDesign 2022-07-02 | I've been working on and fine tuning this project for weeks now! It didn't turn out quite how I imagined, but I really like the result regardless. I think it's a really unique piece that has an awesome vibe to it. It's always fun being able to combine my disciplines together and this was another one of those opportunities.I want to know what you think, though! Let me know in the comments and enjoy the video.Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Introduction00:10 Cutting Mirrors01:29 Hardscaping02:23 Building the Water Reservoir03:24 How It All Works04:00 Covering the Exterior04:30 Adding a Light04:49 Lava Rock Filtration05:05 Addressing Inconsistencies05:31 Adding Oak Veneer06:25 Finalizing the Wooden Frame07:20 Water Test07:45 Scaping the Interior08:44 Adding the Plants10:03 Final Details10:42 Finished Design#terrarium #waterfalls #serpadesign
Ancient Ruins Reclaimed by Nature Jungle Paludarium with DIY Waterfall Statue Face SerpaDesign 2022-06-25 | A few months ago while exploring ideas, I decided to finally give an ancient ruins design a try. As I explored the concept, I knew exactly what I wanted to do. That was easier said than done, though. One thing led to another and I ended up using a lot of different techniques to create what I had imagined. I had a lot of setback and it took me awhile to pull it off, but it's finally complete!I'm so excited to share this one with you all and I really hope you all enjoy the build. Let me know what you think about it down in the comments, like, and subscribe for more!Note: I mentioned in the video that I would have changed a few things if I had more time. Originally I wanted the hands to create a second waterfall, but I had to raise the water above what I originally planned to maximize water volume. Additionally, I would have made the hardscape with smaller, more intricate details, to give a different sense of scale. I think it would look cool if the sculpture appear larger than it does in the current design. Regardless, I'm pleased with the result.00:00 Intro00:14 Sculpting a Statue Face02:00 Wooden Form02:15 Distressing the Clay02:44 Casting a Silicone Mold03:48 Sculpting the Hands04:16 Creating the Form and Mold05:12 Casting Resin Sculptures07:25 Constructing the Aquarium08:30 Accounting for the Sculpture08:51 Scaping the Background09:57 Addressing Filtration10:43 Adding Terrestrial Plants12:04 Extra Details12:19 Finalizing the Hardscape12:48 Adding Aquatic Plants13:34 Snails and Fish13:49 Completed DesignLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#paludarium #aquaterrarium #serpadesign
Micro Zen Water Garden and Moving Bamboo Fountain (DIY Shishi-Odoshi Landscape) SerpaDesign 2022-06-19 | This project was inspired by some Lucky Bamboo I found on clearance at a home improvement store the other week. I've been thinking about what I could do with them that unique and showcases the plant, especially since I haven't really shown them on the channel yet. I felt that really embracing the bamboo vibe was the way to go.Luckily, I had a lot of other materials on hand, including bamboo, that allowed me to make a mini shishi-odoshi fountain. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out! I think it's a really neat an unique piece. What do you think? Let me know in the comment!00:00 Intro (Planning and Ideas)01:33 DIY Shishi-Odoshi Fountain04:00 How It Works04:37 Additional Elements05:52 Installing the Pump06:47 Test Run with Water07:40 Making a Pump Vault08:16 Scaping the Design09:17 Adding the Lucky Bamboo09:45 Adding Moss10:18 The Final Details10:54 Finished DesignLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa#luckybamboo #bamboo #serpadesign
Flowing Forest Waterfalls Pond Planter (Satisfying and Relaxing Build) SerpaDesign 2022-06-04 | It's been awhile since I did a video like this and I felt that the time time was right. My idea with this project was to create a tabletop waterfall planter that features a serene landscape. In my opinion, the result is pretty nice and has a unique look about it. What do you think? My favorite feature is the pooling area near the bottom of the falls.I'll let the video do the rest of the talking, though. Let me know what you think about it down in the comments and I'll see you next time!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Creating a Glass Box02:08 Making the Pump Vault03:49 Waterfalls and Hardscape Construction06:08 Adding the Substrates07:30 Plumbing the Enclosure07:49 Adding the Plants09:18 Finishing Touches09:47 A Look at the Design#moss #diy #serpadesign
Did My Terrarium Computer Desk Survive? (2 Years Later) SerpaDesign 2022-05-28 | In this one, we take the updated two year look at THE terrarium computer desk! This is one of my favorite pieces in the animal room (as of now) that is a huge part of what I do because I work at it daily.Initially, I built this out of reclaimed material, designed it in a way that would be functional for me, and made the video. I put it out there and I figured a lot of you would like it. See original build video here youtu.be/UrrQodJExb0It was received well by the vast majority, but there was certainly a good bit of you who perceived that some of my choices were serious errors. I'm happy to admit when I'm wrong, but I would consider nearly all of these to be non-issues. So, I had a little bit of fun in the previous update. It's definitely worth watching if you missed it youtu.be/usXRjOCKhqAAnyway, I continued with that tune in this video and had some fun with it. I hope that you enjoy what I did here. Let me know what you think about the progress of this desk and what would you like to see in terrarium desk 2.0!Fritz Glass & Acrylic Cleaner was provided with a paid promotion by Fritz Aquaticsfritzaquatics.com/products/fritz-glass-acrylic-cleanerLearn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro Skit01:41 Recap of Previous Events03:01 Opening the Terrarium03:15 How's it Doing?04:28 Trimming the Plants05:20 Adding New Plants07:15 Spraying it Down07:46 Cleaning the Glass08:46 New Additions08:57 Two Years Later09:21 My Thoughts11:06 Conclusion#terrarium #diy #serpadesign
Glowing Crystal Gems Cave Aquarium (Underwater Fantasy Relaxing DIY Tutorial) SerpaDesign 2022-05-21 | The other day I had a spark of inspiration while I was brainstorming ideas. I thought to myself, "what would a crystal cave aquarium look like." One thing led to another and I ended up with what I think is a really cool design. In fact, this is probably one of my favorite setups I've ever done!As I said in the video, there's something extremely captivating about the ethereal, otherworldly vibe of this enclosure. I want to know what you think, though! Let me know your thoughts down in the comments and like the video if you enjoyed it!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro00:41 Hardscaping the Aquarium01:56 Adjusting the Background03:28 Crystal Cave Ideas04:02 Installing Underwater Lights04:52 Creating the Glass Gems05:39 Additional Features06:05 Light and Filter Hookup06:16 Adding the Substrate06:55 Filling Tank07:09 Planting the Scape07:26 Brief Synopses07:45 Adding Fish, Shrimp, and Snails08:18 Finished Design09:40 Closing Thoughts#aquarium #crystal #serpadesign
Crazy Bonsai Waterfall Rock Mountain Terrarium (Cloche Penjing Landscape) SerpaDesign 2022-05-14 | A few weeks ago I was really inspired by the bonsai trees at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens (see this video for more youtu.be/p4TVT51af9o). They had a great display and I've been thinking about them ever since. In fact, I've had these trees since the day after I got home. I immediately went out to get some for this build.Although I'm very intrigued by bonsai, penjing is probably more up my alley. Penjing, for those of you who don't know, focuses on creating a mini landscape which conveys emotions, as apposed bonsai which focuses solely on the tree. In fact, penjing came before bonsai. Both are incredible forms of art, but I like the idea of creating scenes or landscapes.In some ways, you could argue that I've been making penjing on the channel already, but this is the first piece that I've made with that in mind. Being that I just saw the trees and was inspired by the beautiful landscapes of Florida, it only makes sense that this is the route I went.I really enjoy the final design and can't to see how the trees grow over time. What do you think, though? Let me know in the comments!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro00:19 The Bonsai Trees00:47 The Cloche Container01:07 DIY Planter Pot Basin02:28 Creating the Hardscape03:43 Planting the Bonsai Trees06:03 Creating a Waterfall07:07 Adding the Moss07:54 Final Touches08:17 The Completed Design08:38 Closing Thoughts#bonsai #terrarium #serpadesign
Huge Ecobulb Riparium Jungle for Rare Fish on DIY Branch Stand SerpaDesign 2022-05-07 | About two months ago, I obtained a really incredible container - the giant jug that I use in this video to be specific. I wasn't quite sure what I would do with it, though, so I left in the garage to collect dust. Eventually, I had a general idea of what I wanted to create and I got to it.Since it's fairly tall, I thought that a riparium or paludarium would be a cool option. However, I didn't have a dedicated spot for it. So I began by making a stand out of tree branches. It seemed like a cool direction to go since the container itself is so unique. With that, I also felt that it made sense to include some rare fish. What better than the Orange Medaka Ricefish?Anyway, this is how I turned an incredible container into a lush, live planted riparium setup that's really unique. Let me know what you think of this build and enjoy the video!Learn More in my Blogserpadesign.com/blogFollow SerpaDesignInstagram - instagram.com/serpadesignTikTok - tiktok.com/@serpadesignSecond Channel - youtube.com/tannerserpa00:00 Intro00:26 DIY Tree Branch Stand03:26 Riparium Plant Platform05:38 Adding the Marginal Plants07:05 Filling the Container07:20 Adding Aquatic Plants07:39 Adjusting the Stand08:26 Time for Water08:35 Finishing Touches09:17 Adding Fish and Snails09:34 Completed Design#riparium #aquarium #serpadesign
