Tabletop Water Fountains

Building Tabletop Water Fountains with Children

Now that school is back in session there will be projects and moms will be tearing their hair out for innovative ideas to help out their little geniuses! This would be a great time to start looking at the items necessary to build tabletop water fountains with children of all school ages.

You can start by getting a small pump from the aquarium section of your pet store or at a hardware store. You will also need a 6-10 inch length of tubing from the same source.

Now comes the creative part which is finding just the right container. You could start with a plastic bowl or steel like in a stainless steel salad bowl if thats all you have. A ceramic bowl is perfect or a great copper bowl which may be a bit too expensive for children’s projects initially. A wooden bowl or a plastic bowl like you use for popcorn works very well in an experimental stage but something a bit weightier bowl is better in the long run.

Another creative aspect of building a tabletop fountain with your child is the seeking of interesting stones of various sizes but not too large. You could get a wagon full and then have a variety to choose from depending on the size of the container and the color of the container. The rocks can be from different places where you’ve been collecting or from the arts and crafts store if you want totally new and clean looking. Finding them outside would be more fun though and an interesting part of the creative process. Stones found along creeks and water beds are usually interesting and smooth and also tend to have a good variety of natural color. You will use more of the river rock type stone but you will need at least of couple of the neatest larger rocks too.

One idea might be to take the children to a store like Target or Lowes to get some great visuals and see the various tabletop water fountains on display made from the kits so they can see the various parts and how they fit together. Also take a look online to see pictures and fire up their imaginations and yours with the amazing selection of designs, then decide on some interesting and fun additions to your own tabletop water fountain.

A ceramic frog or some neat pieces of bamboo are always good for kids. A small statue of any kind or a couple of small ceramic cups to increase the sound of the water flow as it travels.

The kids will come up with their own ideas and they will love this project. It is fun for everyone and as they grow, the creativity that goes into this kind of creation will never be forgotten and may start them on a creative path that will last a lifetime.

This is art Mom!

Tabletop Water Fountains for Meditation

There is something deeply satisfying about the idea of tabletop water fountains for meditation with ancient symbols and in this case an ancient symbol for the one truly desirable universal state of being combined with the sound of flowing water and a beautifully simplistic design of art.

Viewing the tabletop water fountain that has captured my attention today, we see that the symbol in this case represents “Flowing Love”.

The more I study the Japanese Kanji character, the more complex it becomes and yet it seems so simple, so delicately obviously simple.

I really enjoy being able to meditate while putting my initial point of focus on the symbol for flowing love because it seems to become permanently burned in my brain and thus an integral part of me that I marvel at while feeling the impact of the peaceful feeling associated with the energy of flowing love. I truly enjoy the visual flow of the water, and the simple gracefulness of this particular tabletop fountain.

Add to that the sound of water flowing over the copper and slate center piece of the fountain I am showing just below and you can see for yourself why my tabletop water fountain collection and my collection of other fountains simply grows and grows. There is no doubt about it, I am entranced by the sight and sound of this work of art. Would you agree that “simplicity rules”? I found this one at Serenity Health.

The Bell Tabletop Water Fountain

This particular fountain, the Bell Tabletop Water Fountain, is one that I found at Serenity Health (yes their link is down the page a bit), and I really love its Zen qualities. Visually, it is very appealing and I even like it on my patio as a birdbath. That was an accidental discovery; as I was cleaning several of my indoor tabletop fountains out on the patio and came in to get the phone or something then I walked back toward the glass doors and I saw the birds enjoying this one. They were so cute that I didn’t have the heart to bring it back in until later that night. I think you’ll agree that it makes a great bird bath too.

What are other’s saying about Tabletop Water Fountains and Feng Shui?

While searching for beautiful tabletop water fountains that were made specifically of copper, I came across the most beautiful pieces at www.copperfountains.com.

Now I am not an affiliate of theirs but I truly admire the artistic quality of the pieces and they are not mass produced but rather made to order. Please do go and take a look if you love water fountains of all kinds as I do. Take time to enjoy and below is some information I found on their site regarding Feng Shui and the use of tabletop water fountains and others too. Enjoy!

“The strategic placement of a water fountain in your home or work space can do wonders.  Sometimes they are placed in certain areas to increase money flow or to unblock tension within the household.  Sometimes they are used to alleviate a health problem, such as low back or leg pain.  And sometimes houses or businesses go through negative cycles, where the only cure is for occupants to be able to see and hear water on a daily basis. For some people, the careful placement of water in their house or apartment can even increase romantic encounters or bring in public recognition in their career. The aura of water which in chinese philosphy is the “child of metal”, continues.

 
The use of water fountains in feng shui is quite popular.  Feng shui is a natural science which can be thought of as the metaphysical interpretation of architecture, environment and interior design.  But why water fountains? Often, the remedy for a particular area may be the recommendation for clean, circulating water.  Historically, the Chinese have used several methods to fill this prescription, including aquariums and ponds.  But not everyone wants to take on the maintenance of live fish!

 
And now throughout the world as the Chinese philosophy of placement known as Feng Shui (pronounced fung shway) flourishes  within residences and businesses everywhere, copperfountain.com has emerged setting itself a world apart from others in creating water fountains for every application. Copperfountain.com in California has been creating copper water fountains since the early 1970’s for many interior decorators in the United States, and now they are also turning their attention towards supplying fountains where certain specifications of it’s construction would be required. With the intense movement towards feng shui, consultants have been requesting copperfountain.com for association with most of their business endeavors since 1994. The ability to purchase original water fountains that meet certain criteria for size, round edging, gallons held, and aspects of numerology has been a comfort to all those in need of such demanding specifications for their fountains.”

Bringing Tabletop Water Fountains to the World

With thousands of sources for bringing tabletop water fountains to the world you may find my statement rather humorous but here is the deal; As of now I’m bringing my favorite way of finding peace and zoning into inner space to the world through my blog and several social posting sites such as Technorati, Indian Pad and others.

My favorite tabletop water fountains are like a hypnotic suggestion that triggers inner space and an instant physical reaction that releases tension all through my body the moment I lay eyes on it. My personal tabletop fountains are like my secret garden - my secret water garden.  I believe Serenity Health has the right idea and that their message, which I support, is one that offers value in a stress filled world that sometimes seems like it is spinning out of control. Thus, my tabletop water fountains. My nirvana.

I hope I can help you find the same kind of relaxation with your own tabletop water fountains. Namaste’

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Tabletop Water Fountains for the Homebound

There is a tabletop water fountain for everyone seeking peace of mind and soothing water sounds to end a stressful day. The homebound elderly may be amongst those who would appreciate one the most. Mind you, a restless day or night can be very stressful too. I believe tabletop water fountains for the homebound may just be the answer.  

A tabletop water fountain in the bedroom almost guarantees an exceptional night of sleep. I am living proof that is a true statement. Another thing I discovered is that homebound elderly love having a tabletop fountain near their favorite chair or one by the bed if they are bedridden. Since they don’t get out as often, having the earth and water elements nearby can be very soothing and strengthening.

Now I am going to suggest something really a bit different if you have someone who needs the outdoors to come indoors.

First you’ll want to make a space that is a little larger just for your fountain inside, then cover it with a good thick plastic-like a stronger mil of garbage bag or tarp. Next, place a variety of river rock in the container you’ve acquired, and then maybe some nice larger stones you’ve collected around the fountain; some larger and interesting stones with an arrangement of green plants and miniature flowering plants would be especially lovely. Have you never heard of tabletop gardens? Well now you are creating one!

Get a small statuette of an angel or faery for brightening the energy of the area or if it you prefer, you may choose to
place spiritual or religious statuary as like an outdoor alter constructed for prayer and meditation but built indoors.

Create a place of beauty and solace; a nice peaceful place.
Another thing that might be really nice here is a birdcage of little finches for someone who never gets out. Especially for someone who lives in the city and rarely sees or hears birds-like in a highrise living situation, this brings life to their space. You’re bringing the garden indoors.

There are many ways to bring life and energy to the homebound or elderly. Tabletop water fountains provide tremendous joy and energy. If you take it a step or two further and really get creative, you can make a huge difference in the feeling of the same old room or apartment for someone you love or take care of.

Tabletop water fountains come in all sizes, and prices and vary considerably but there are so many that are affordable for everyone and even a small one where you sit, work or sleep can noticeably reduce stress and promote relaxation. Go to a few different sites and print out pictures of some fountains and let the person you are taking care of select a couple of fountains they really like-you’ll find copper fountains, bamboo fountains, and many beautiful designs-ask their advice on the selection. You can always keep it a surprise by just asking for help in choosing a gift and see what they suggest. It is most definitely a gift worth giving and receiving and is always received with joy and surprise.

Most fountains are easy to put together and people of all ages feel a simple joy and gratitude for such a delightful opportunity to make the fountain themselves. I have never seen anyone who wasn’t pleased by the gift of a tabletop water fountain purchased with them in mind. When you aren’t sure what to buy for someone you want to please you will always strike a happy cord when you give such a unique gift.

One such online store would be

Again, the idea is to create a place of beauty and solace; a nice peaceful place.