Hello, everyone! I wanted to share a simple way to spruce up a galvanized tub and use it as a beverage server. I purchased a plain galvanized tub last summer from Old Time Pottery for $10 with the intentions of using it for just this purpose. Galvanized tubs can also be purchased at places like Tractor Supply or Farmer’s Co-Ops.
Hunter removed the two galvanized handles for each and enlarge the holes. I simply inserted a piece of rope on each end and knotted it on the inside. I found the iron bottle opener for a dollar, half price at Hobby Lobby. We had a few Coca Cola openers mounted in the outdoor kitchen but my husband wouldn’t let me have those! It was simply screwed in and secured with washers and nuts.
It’s a perfect size container to hold individual bottles or 2 liter bottles, as I did. I found that using 2 liter drinks for larger functions is less expensive than buying individual drinks. Individual drinks were too wasteful!
When not being used as a beverage server, I use it as a container for a fern!
This was just perfect for our outdoor, casual Memorial Day fish fry! It kept the drinks cool while providing a convenient way for the guests to serve themselves! Do you use anything special for your beverages?
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What you did with the tub is so clever. The rope handles and the bottle-opener are perfect additions. You are right about the larger bottles being less wasteful and economical also. Great looking container for your fern too.
ReplyDeleteI like the look of galvanized metal. Looks like you are ready for a party.
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This tub is a jack of all trades.....Super cute as a planter!
ReplyDeleteCynthia
This is adorable! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI love it! Those rope handles make it!
ReplyDeleteI love anything that will multi-task or work as double-duty.
ReplyDeletePerfect for summer parties!
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Tammy, what a terrific idea. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing it.
Helen
Awesome idea! It turned out wonderful. I'm visiting today from Savvy Southern Style. I co-host a Linky Party Tuesday (open thru Sat) and I'd love for you to link up! I hope you get a chance to stop by, link up and leave a comment, too!
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