I have been wanting to do this project for 2 weeks and I just made it a priority to get it to done today. And when I say it took 10 minutes, I really mean it because the sun was going down so fast, I pulled it together in no time and still had time to shoot the pictures. I am joining several other blogging friends today to bring you our best quick and easy 10 minute decorating ideas for Christmas.
I also shared another 10 minute idea last week – a snow globe village centerpiece
If you are interested in making your own chalk pen galvanized buckets, you will need a chalk pen, galvanized buckets of any kind (these are vintage maple buckets from our shop). You will need some greens, a vase for each bucket, ribbon, a chalk pen and ribbon of your choice. And if you would like, some “fairy lights” that are battery operated.
I put on the letters free-hand with my chalk pen, but you could use a template or a stencil if you choose. Add some water to your vase. I just use mason jars and I place the fresh greens in the vase. Place the vase inside your bucket. Even if your bucket is water-tight, it will be better for the long term use and for your greens if the water and the greens are in a glass vase.
Next, tie on some ribbon, if you choose, and add your fairy lights. I chose to place mine on our stairs, but these would work on a console table, mantel or even on a front porch.
I love this idea so much – it is so simple, quick and can be customized to any season or event. I don’t think this is the last time I will be writing on a galvanized bucket with a chalk pen. For even more quick and easy Christmas decorating ideas, visit my friends….
Thanks so much for reading!!!
This is just TOO cute! And I love how simple it is to put together in our own homes 🙂
I love this idea. I have two of your buckets and I used them on either side of my hearth topped with a pumpkin this fall. Now I wish I had three. I may have to place another order.
I love your idea. So simple and festive.
Beautiful, as always!
I love these buckets Laura and how you placed them on the stairs. So cute! The perfect touch!
This is great! I am really liking the galvanized look and this is such a simple project!
Such a pretty idea! Thanks for sharing your crafty inspiration on this week’s Monday Funday Party!
This is so pretty, and I love how you can change it up for different seasons! Does the chalk pen come off the metal easily?
Hi, visiting from Funkyjunkinteriors.net Link Party. Love the simplicity of the galvanized JOY buckets while still making a big impact.
I’m sorry but I can’t connect to your shop. I would like to purchase the vintage maple syrup pails you used for the Christmas project stating joy. Could you pls help me. Thank you.
Just curious if your joy buckets were indoors or outdoors. I am hoping to make this for my porch outdoors
I love this idea! Where did you find the greens to add to the buckets?
This is a super cute idea! I’d love to do this on my front porch…one day, when I make the exterior of my home more of a priority. 😉
An easy place to find greenery and fairy lights?
I would try Amazon or Michaels I guess!
So many amazing ideas here! Thanks dear.
This is so cute! I used black lettering, and boxwood cuttings. I received so many compliments! Wish I could show you!