The essential components of a home vermicomposting unit ("vermi" = worm) are an aerated container, some moist bedding, and a solid amount of red worms.
Dr. Hynek Roubík (Group leader of Biogas Research Team) and other members of BRT (specifically Ginny, Yehor and Liasu) have prepared for you 10 Commandments of Vermicomposting. As well as Simple rules for setting up a vermicomposter.
Feel free to download this simple guide and start your own vermicompost at home!