Metallic Striped Christmas Tree Tub

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Roeshel

Looking for a new idea for your Christmas tree? Grab these things:

large galvanized beverage tub
gold spray paint
FrogTape® Multi-Surface

Use the FrogTape to create stripes or a pattern on the galvanized tub. i just applied mine without exact measurements. Wouldn’t triangles, x’s or chevron be pretty too?

Using a plastic card, burnish the edges of the tape.

I covered the handles with sandwich baggies and taped them in the ‘up’ position. Spray paint the tub. I positioned mine upside down.

As soon as you’ve finished, carefully remove the FrogTape.

Let paint dry. Remove sandwich bags from handles.

Add a tree stand, assemble and decorate the tree.

Since our cat likes to roll around on tree skirts, I love this option.

Disclaimer: I received compensation to complete this project for using FrogTape® products. All opinions, projects and ideas are based on my own experience.

Gift Ideas for the Cook

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Roeshel

Mr. DIY’s favorite hobby is cooking. Yes I know how to cook but he ENJOYS cooking. So while he doesn’t get home from work until around 6 p.m. every evening (and I work from home), he still does the cooking. It’s his way of unwinding. Am who am I to stand in his way? 😉 Cooking is his passion. He’s even been known to arrive home from work early when he has a new recipe he can’t wait to try. Cooking utensils, small kitchen appliances and gadgets are always great gift ideas for those who love to cook.

Gifts for the cook Inspired by Macy’s cookware buying guide

And yes, I have lots of photos in my files for sharing his recipes. It’s getting him to take a moment to write them out that’s the challenge. I’ll keep on him.

*This post is sponsored by Macy’s. As always, opinions are my own.

Casual Winter Fashion

Posted on November 15, 2014 by Roeshel

What’s on your holiday wish list this year?

Just because I mainly blog about do-it-yourself home improvement/decorating and my ‘work’ uniform mostly consists of yoga pants, t-shirts, sweatshirts, paint clothes doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy ‘cleaning up’ too. Most days:

I’m definitely a girl-y girl with a love of clothes, fashion, make up, jewelry and shoes. Some days:

In fact, since my purchases throughout the year mostly consist of home decor, home improvement projects materials, craft supplies and of course my essential oils and gifts for others, holidays are reserved for adding a few pretty non DIY related gifts to my wish list.

And since I no longer have the need for a business or business casual wardrobe, my style has evolved into something more casual and fun. Instead of heels with a business suit, now I’m loving my heels with jeans (distressed are my favorite) and a warm sweater, fun jewelry and pretty accessories. THOSE are my winter must haves.

So when Macy’s sent over this Casual Winter Outfit inspiration and I could totally see me wearing this, I knew I’d love to share it and to be able to pin it to my wish list Pinterest board. This year when I opened my closet to dig around for cold weather appropriate attire (brrrr…it’s snowing, you guys!), I felt as if my summer clothes outnumbered the cooler weather ensembles. Shuffling seasonal wardrobes around is definitely on the to-do list.

Inspired by Macy’s winter fashion guide

LOVE the look! What about you? Gathering ideas for your holiday wish list? Thinking you need a few more cooler weather options in your wardrobe? I’d love to hear what’s on your wish list.

*This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Macy’s. The opinions and text are all mine.

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