I was inspired by other topnotch decorators who so kindly blogged about their DIY Christmas tree masterpieces.
In fact, I was so inspired and so thrilled to be stuck here all alone for the millionth time during the holidays that I created a masterpiece of my own, just for you, my loving internet family. S
o, Cousin Fur and Aunt Cheeky and Second Cousin Far Removed Tracy F for Fantastic, this one’s especially for you guys.
As I looked around my house, the elliptical seemed like it had the best “bones” to adorn.
Plus, it had a ready-made beverage holder!
I didn’t have any Maxi-pads or other feminine hygiene products–‘cos THAT ship has sailed–if you know what I mean. {Hey cool, a nautical reference jauntily tossed in. Damn, I’m good!}
I added a toilet paper garland, a couple of Sophie Kinsella novels, two glittery seashell ornaments, a bottle of wine in the beverage holder, a white plastic poinsettia, a few EMPTY gift bags, and a festive plush Hello Kitty toy.
You can’t really see it very good, but there’s a chocolate bar too, which I luckily don’t have to share with anyone! I’m such a lucky girl! This is the best use I’ve found for the elliptical. Hanging freshly ironed shirts on it is a close second.
Carry on with your day; just take a moment to let it all sink in. Don’t HATE…Emulate.
It’s just so…magical! Thank you! Might I pin it to one of my boards?
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Oh PLEASE by my guest! I would be so honored! I’m blushing, may I share my chocolate bar with you? Yes, I am going CRAZY. Officially.
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 3:29 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Kay hot stuff. I pinned it, and tweeted about pinning it, but no room to put in your @. Sorry. You’ll just have to find it if you’re interested. 🙂
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Every tree should have a cupholder. If only to give Uncle Waldo someplace to rest his 72nd beer so he can have both hands free when he gets a bit gropey.
(With sincere apolgies to everyone who has a delightful, responsible, admirable Uncle Waldo.)
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Where’s Waldo? Get it? Ha ha ha, I crack myself up sometimes. I’m going to invite Lindsay Lohan to join me for the holidays. Gurrl and I are going to have a grand time. 5150s all around!
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 3:32 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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uMMMMM…WELL………ummmmm….words escape me…seriously.I don’t know whether you are crazy or a genius…probably both.
The more I look, the more I see…Scruffy…wine….books…I’m literally LOL!
(But you still most likely crossed the fine line between genius and madness!)
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See what happens when the captain leaves me alone too long?? I do go a bit….overboard (haha another nautical reference). It looks like he might not be back til 2013 and I’m a bit freaked out!!
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 3:55 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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I am so sorry,Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s?. ..boy, that’ll take the wind out of your sails,(see,I can do it, too!) I am so sorry, for you.Poor Baby.
Ships that have sailed, yep, for the last few years and except that my skin-tone went a bit downhill,(as well as my metabolism), it has been WONDERFUL! The women in my family hang in there into their 50’s and enough was enough! I can’t imagine why anyone would take hormones to delay it.
Keep picking up the Hello, Kitty things.American Greetings has the license and that is where my Mr. works…(and they just had a lay-off this week.Mine missed the cut.)Yeah, Merry Christmas , you’re laid-off from a greeting card company! That just isn’t right! Keep those families in thought.
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My heart goes out to anyone who gets laid off, especially at the holiday time. I’ve had my share of pink slips (the kind you wear, too!) I think if you embrace the “ship” and don’t fight it, you’re much better off. Your Mr. works at AG? cool.
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 9:11 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Yes, send American Greeting cards …made in America!
OK, the Mr. was a teacher for many years.@ AG, it is not intellectually as stimulating, but there is a lot less pressure. That works for me!
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Another teacher! What grade? I couldn’t take the pressure, the kids, the parents, the admin, or other crazy teachers. Yes, I’ll support USA made AG cards. I think it’s our responsibility to buy American! Good morning to you!
On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 7:08 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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You know that’s the kind of decorating I go for! We are just two damn much alike LOL.
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Prove it, show me YOUR ellipti-tree!
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 3:58 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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I’ll get you that picture lady. I’m going down to work out now. I have to remove the decorations first.😉
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I think you’ve really covered all your bases there, making it all-encompassing and also utilitarian. Win-win!
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Why, thank you Cousin Abby! I can also turn it into a very cool and hip menorah with my all purpose glue gun. BTDubs I love your blog!
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Love Hello Kitty on top!!
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Thank you! She’s one of my favorites. I feel like baking something. The problem with being alone is that I have to eat it all!
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 6:14 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Love it and still smiling. You seem to have covered it pretty well. I also like Hello Kitty. Smiling about “that ship has sailed”. For me also but now I have a nautical way to say it🙂
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Hee hee. You can tell by my deteriorating mental state that my cap is not coming home for a long time unless something miraculous happens. It’s gonna get crazier. PS my ship sailed in 2007!!
On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 8:15 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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🙂 I knew you had mentioned originally by Christmas was a possibility then you thought it might be earlier. Is there still a chance for Christmas or New Years? My ship sailed in 2000 due to a major illness and never came back. Don’t miss it!
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Very cute! Looking at your “tree” makes me want to bring our Christmas skunk out of storage. We were going for a tasteful tree this year, but I think I’ve had a change of heart. Everyone needs fun, kitsch, Hello Kitty and a cupholder!
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Thank you! I’m not all that crafty except for seashells of course but I was inspired by feelings of sadness and abandonment by my stupid husband!!! Bring out the skunk!
On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 12:27 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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I’m pissing my pants, I’m laughing so hard. I am emulating this tonight! Although, I have to use my dresser, as I don’t have an elliptical.
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I want pix, correction, I NEED pix. This I gotta see, with all of your creativity!!! Make it good, I’m gonna be doing a menorah-type too.
On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 12:07 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Ooooh! A menorah, too! I will send pics once decorated. Teddy will be delighted to help me take on another decorating sesh.
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You again bring out the best in all of us. As we gather around your Christmas tree, may we be truly thankful for the friendships that have formed over the blogger miles!!!
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Well said, Clanmomma. I am going slightly insane here, but not in a bad way. Coming up next, my Hannukah menorah for your pleasure.
On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 1:19 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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I can hardly wait…
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Too funny! You blinged that elliptical out🙂
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I’m glad you approve!
On Fri, Dec 7, 2012 at 9:10 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Good advice… for haters.. Emulate.
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Added benefit–it rhymed!
On Sat, Dec 8, 2012 at 10:25 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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I love this!!! Am so inspired it almost makes me want to buy exercise equipment! Seasonal, pretty, yet practical too. Every home should have one.
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Thank you very much! I did dust away the cobwebs first! Yes, go get one, they are very useful, and you can work out on them too, once in a while just so your hubs won’t point to it as another waste of money…
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