I know you all have seen vintage washtubs
used in a variety of ways. Often I see the double tubs
for sale, but for some reason it's the
single ones that attract my attention.
These tubs are a lot of fun to use in a variety of ways...
like using them as planters in your garden.
There's a certain charm about the metal frame of this tub, don't you think?
This little washtub happens to come with a lid which
makes it even more versatile.
What fun to use it as a little server at an
outdoor or porch party?
Oh, the endless possibilities...
Or what about using it for a beverage bar?
Great for serving appetizers or desserts.
Have you thought of filling the inside with ice
and beverages when entertaining?
Just in time for a Fourth of July party!
I'm sure your creative minds can come up with more
great ideas for this fun vintage washtub.
Blessings,
Mary Alice
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I don't have or run across this type of galvanized wash tub much. Love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat great ideas for a wash tub. Beautiful flowers.
ReplyDeleteHow cool is that!? I want one!
ReplyDeleteKathleen
Love it! Great for icing down drinks on the patio : o )
ReplyDeleteI have never seen seen one before Mary Alice. You have the coolest vintage thins I tell you. Now I must find one...how about filling it with ice and assorted fruit and cold items for a party.
ReplyDeleteCute ideas Mary Alice! I love how functional it could be.
ReplyDeleteWhat really great ideas! Who knew that an old washtub could be so versatile!
ReplyDeleteI would LOVE to find one! That is darling...love it with the flowers...
ReplyDeleteOh my! How lovely! All of your ideas are fantastic and you having it looking so pretty! I love that vintage picnic basket too! Now I have 'picnic basket' envy! Your flowers look beautiful! Hope your week is going great Mary Alice! Angie xo
ReplyDeleteLove your clever ways of using that.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I have ever seen a singular one like that. And, the lid is great. I see that gorgeous green sap bucket tucked in there. I also love the two white pitchers. Good stuff, girl.
ReplyDeleteI love it! Woot!!...Connie
ReplyDeleteSo many great ideas for using the washtub, and I love them all!
ReplyDeleteI love it! And I want one too! I'm turning green here...
ReplyDeleteHolly
Thanks for linking up to the All Star Block Party!
DeleteHolly
this was a great idea! LOVE the way it turned out, and it looks perfect in that spot!
ReplyDeleteLAUREN
I vote for the beverage bar! Very nice use of the tub.
ReplyDeleteYou've given us so many neat ways to use the vintage tub. Very clever ideas, indeed!
ReplyDeleteI just saw a double one the other day - but I do love your single gal! She's perfect gussied up as a bar and planter. Now I want one!!!
ReplyDeleteKelly
I have never seen a single one before,but plenty of doubles. Looks great however you choose to use it. I do favour it as a planter though. xxoo
ReplyDeletelovely but hard to find such a piece like that .
ReplyDeleteI love the way it is used in the last picture! That's how I would have it in my shabby-French dining room! And I love anything zinc or galvanized!
ReplyDeleteLovely post! Thanks for the inspiration!
Did you see mine on my blog a couple of posts back? Mine is the double in black and white, which we used as the beverage container at my son's wedding party last Fall. This summer it's my veggie garden. :) Great post Mary Alice.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love it! I think my favorite use is the planter.
ReplyDeleteI just love the mix of the old rustic and the shiny silver...awesome!
ReplyDeleteI've been browsing in and out of your blog, and your style is great! I love the pieces you've found. I've been into antiquing for a little while now, thanks to Mom, and appreciate a well-loved find! I LOVE your wash tub! We have a new house with a great brick patio, so a piece like that would be fabulous. I'm really glad you stopped by my place and left me such a kind message. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Leslie
Love your washtub....lots of great ideas on ways to use it too!!!! Happy Wednesday!
ReplyDelete~Des
Old washtubs are so versitle. I love the last photo for a beverage bar, and the ice is a great idea too.
ReplyDeleteHow cool. I now need one of those. That is so fantastic.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day and thanks for sharing:)
~Cheryl
That is very cool. It's so versatile, I love it every way you've shown it. Thanks for visiting me.
ReplyDeleteI love it, Mary Alice! The size is just perfect for all the uses you've described. And it could even be used indoors. How fun would that be?!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to Time Travel Thursday. And don't forget to stop in and see yourself featured! Have you entered my "French-inspired" giveaway yet? Today is the last day to do so. ;)
Blessings,
Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage
just bought 1 Sunday at the FleaMkt...dble and narrow we think it was for washing small animals or feeding animals its on my porch and fulled with flowers....i LOVE it!!!
ReplyDeleteoh forgot to mention was a whopping $20.00
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've ever seen a single one...LOVE it!!
ReplyDeleteSusan
I saw one years ago and it wouldn't fit in my car...we were on vacation so i couldn't go back and get it later! You could fill it with ice and bury drinks in there too!
ReplyDeleteLove it!
Blessings, Lorraine
I like the way you filled it with flowers and that yummy turquoise bucket! Very fun find.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen one of these in all my travels. what a wonderful find. Gosh it's so versatile. I bet you could even wash in it! ;)
ReplyDeleteLiz
That is a great piece! I bet it would look great as a planter too. although you might fill the bottom with something first so you wouldn't have to use so much dirt. I love the idea of using it as a cooler for drinks when entertaining!
ReplyDeleteI am loving it as a beverage bar. Very cute and creative. Looks like you will have lots of fun deciding what you will do with it.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen an old wash tub for sale...each of your vignettes is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteNewbie here came over from Brambleberry your garden is just beautiful
ReplyDeleteLove it! And love how you've shown us the different ways to use it. Would like to invite you to share this on our All Star Block Party blog hop - by linking with one, you will be seen on 5 blogs!!
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Great pictures!
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-Buffi
My Wonderfully Dysfunctional Blog
it's so cute, and i just love your different vignettes you've shown us, mary alice! love the pitchers and picnic basket, esp:)
ReplyDeleteGreat blog and many good ideas. Thank you
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Bernice
Those are great ideas! I have a double one with flowers planted in it, but never thought to use it full of ice for a party. I also love that trophy and recently purchased one like it, but again...never thought of using it as a wine chiller. Great ideas! And thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to comment!
ReplyDeleteLove all the ways you've found to use the old wash tub.
ReplyDeleteSuper ideas that could make it part of any celebration.
We'd love to have you link and share it with us at our linky party as well.
Hugs,
Patti
This is wonderful (and if you need someone to nibble the cookies when you're done, I'm your girl). Lovely vignettes; the lid makes your treasure so versatile! Thanks so much for your kind comments and visit to my blog! Can't wait to have a minute to have a peek around here. :)
ReplyDeleteNice job. You have a knack for staging. I have never seen a wash tub like this one. Learn something new everyday. Thanks for stopping by.
ReplyDeleteCheers!
Miss Ellie
I love the idea of using it as a wet bar! I can so see myself sipping an ice cold martini that was concocted on this vintage tub.
ReplyDeleteOh, I'm in vintage love! Thanks for linking up with us at the All Star Block Party. Glad I found your blog. I'm a new follower (with Linky Followers).
ReplyDeleteShasta @InTheOldRoad
I'm featuring your washtub on my facebook page today!
DeleteLove the various attitudes and contrasts! Great post!
ReplyDeleteI love these flowers in this tub!!! Beautiful I saw you on Feather Nest Friday I am now following you on Linky.
ReplyDeleteYnthia
Yes, I'm glad you found me as I'm now following too! What a lovely blog and WOW, I can recall seeing some of my Gram's old photo's and she used to bath my dad in one of those tubs when he was little. I would love to have one like that..great treasure..the flowers look wonderful,, but I love that it has a top..extra bonus!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your tub...
Who would have thought we would all be crazy over grandma's galvanized tubs and buckets? But we are!!!!I enjoyed your post.
ReplyDeleteWow! I've never seen one with a lid before... I've been on the hunt for a small metal table for my back patio... that would be perfect!
ReplyDeleteTania
I so love this... how beautiful...
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at the ALL STARS BLOCK PARTY
Carri
simplydonewright.blogspot.com
Love that tub. I also like the lred picnic basket. The tub will be nice for Christmas decorating too. Enjoy this weekend, smiles,Susie
ReplyDeleteMary Alice,
ReplyDeleteWhat a great find!I don't come across those very often.You are very lucky.It looks great both ways!
((Hugs))
Anne
What an awesome tub! I've never seen one with a lid before. How nice that it can be used for so many things!
ReplyDeleteJust perfect! Those tubs are amazing. love the lids that make you able to use them as tables or buffets.
ReplyDeleteSo cool and your so creative! I love all your ideas.
ReplyDeleteDee
What a fantastic post!! So many great vignettes using that sweet wash tub!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great piece!!
Thanks so much for your visit!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Oh my goodness! I love that washtub! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteLovely! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry
I love your metal washtub and the uses you've found for it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great find! love that it is so versatile! i of course like the first one with flowers! ha thanks so much for linking up to Fishtail Cottage's Garden party this week! xoxo, tracie
ReplyDeleteComing by to let you know that your post you shared at Fishtail Cottage's garden party has been featured today! xoxo, tracie
ReplyDeleteI love how you come up for ideas for things that most people would threw away.
ReplyDeletelisa