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November 30, 2016 ~ 17 Comments
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Christmas On The Porch

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at Our Southern Home. I literally just finished decorating our Christmas Porch. A nasty cold put me out of commission for over a week. I think it was the worst cold that I have ever had….I think I say that every time I have a cold. Lol!

Our porch is a favorite area to decorate. I confess that after 4 years of blogging, it can be a challenge to change things up a bit, but I love a decorating challenge! After 25 years of marriage, I just don't want to add a whole lot of major new stuff to the mix. It's a chore to drag everything out of the attic as it is. This year, I created a giveaway box. As I unpacked Christmas, if I hadn't used it in a while or it wasn't sentimental…it went in the box. I filled up the back of my SUV! It felt good.

My motto….Do the best you can with what you have. Sprinkles of new are ok here and there!

A huge big thank you to my friend, Amy! She has that fabulous blog that I know you have heard of, Atta Girl Says. Amy organized and is hosting this year's porch tour.

Christmas Porch Tour featuring ideas from top bloggers!

I am so honored to participate with the incredible line up she has organized for us!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Lizzie and Bentley welcome you to our Christmas Front Porch!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Our new rug literally came in right before I began to shoot the porch! I love it. It's a great grey stripe that you can find here with my affiliate link.

In year's past, I always have my Ballard topiaries flanking the door. They are starting to show their age so I wanted to do something less symmetrical and a bit more casual on a budget!

Also on OSH!  Affordable Plaid Fashion Finds

The grapevine set of 3 presents are from Home Depot and the galvanized pail is from Hobby Lobby.

The garland is 12 years old and still serves the purpose. The upholstery ticking that I added a couple of years ago is still a favorite of mine and really helps to make the garland look more substantial.

I made the wreath last year. Still love it so why make something new! You can find it HERE.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

I just made the sign last week.  I'll be sharing the tutorial as well as the printable graphic to make your own later in the week.

Signs are an inexpensive DIY way to add a bit of personal charm to your home.

You'll notice throughout the porch that while it is coordinated, it's not matchy, matchy. This is my way of making it feel a little different from previous years. The red and white plaid ribbon is from last year. I added the beautiful, neutral ribbon from Hobby Lobby.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

HINT: Purchase an inexpensive, rectangular plaid tablecloth from a budget store like HomeGoods.

You get a lot of fabric for your money. It washes well and is great for craft projects. You'll notice it on the wreath and around the base of the evergreen. The evergreen is live. We will plant it after Christmas.

How cute is that container. It was only $20 with my 50% off coupon!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

If you look closely, you will see that the presents actually light up. They require batteries. I think I'll leave them just like this, no batteries.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

I still have my childhood sled from my early years of growing up in Virginia. If you notice, I layered 2 ribbons and the sled just like I did on the shutter wreaths. Instead of doing a traditional bow, I went with a simple knot. 

Also on OSH!  Southern Christmas Home Tour Part 1

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Did I mention how much I love my new rug!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

I purchased that adorable little decorative wagon (affiliate link) this fall. It's just as cute with Christmas décor as it was with pumpkins. It's a steal at less than $20!

Notice that shutter underneath. It's from the thrift store and is perfect for hiding the outlet and timer! Cords out of sight!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

A simple piece of red ticking folded make a nice runner. Edges are left raw.

Fill large lanterns with ornaments and large pine cones. I use these strands of brown string lights year around in them. They blend nicely with the contents.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

I almost put that strand of red garland in the give away box. I love the way it fills the space around the galvanized snowflake from Lowes. I did put batteries in it. It's just too cute not to! Plus it had an option for it to just stay on for 6 hours.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!
Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

I almost forgot this sign! I made it last year. You can find the complete tutorial with printable to make your own by clicking the link.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Look at that cutie…..dying to run after that squirrel.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

In year's past, I have had a large wreath on each of the French doors. This year I wanted to do a wreath on each large shutter. Wreaths are expensive! I opted for these plain ones that were on sale for like $5 each. Just added the ribbon with a simple knot opposed to a bow.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

You can DIY the same deer pillow with this tutorial. We just had the ceiling painted blue this fall. Isn't it so fresh looking!

Also on OSH!  Beautiful Christmas Homes

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

This thrift store basket received a very simple paint treatment that you can find HERE. Adorable little sled from the Dollar Spot at Target.

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!

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Large, southern front porch decked out for the holidays. So many great DIY and affordable ideas!Now it's time to check out the other ladies on this creative Christmas Porch Tour!

I'm excited to be joining these other bloggers in a Christmas Porch Tour, hosted by Atta Girl Says.

Whether your style is vintage, rustic, farmhouse, French country, traditional or cottage, you'll find lots of inspiration as you deck your halls for the holidays.

Click on the links below to visit all of these gorgeous Christmas porches.

Join nine bloggers as we showcase our Christmas porches. From farmhouse to French country to vintage to lodge style, you're sure to find something to inspire you.

Atta Girl Says | Cottage at the Crossroads | Cottage in the Oaks
House of Hawthornes | Our Southern Home
Postcards from the Ridge | Refresh Restyle | Worthing Court

 

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  1. Trish says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:46 AM

    What size is the wreath you used on your porch railing?

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  2. melissa newell says

    December 8, 2016 at 10:50 AM

    Beautiful somedays I wish I had a house in the south (born in Charleston) as all that decor I could put on my farmhouse porch….these NY storms would eat all that pretty alive…. Merry Christmas!

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  3. Mila says

    December 4, 2016 at 2:07 PM

    Stunning! And I love your dogs-cutest fluffy faces 🙂

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  4. Daune says

    November 30, 2016 at 7:26 PM

    Christy…it’s so beautiful! Perfect spot to sit and enjoy the season! xoxoxo

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 8:59 PM

      Thanks so much sweet friend!

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  5. Atta Girl Amy says

    November 30, 2016 at 11:41 AM

    What’s not to love about this space? Ticking, cute doggies, beautiful greenery, handmade signs and southern hospitality.

    So glad you were able to participate in the porch tour, and I hope you’re feeling better.

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:00 PM

      Thank you so much! Yes, I am feeling much better!! I am so loving this tour. You selected one talented bunch!

      Reply
  6. Angie says

    November 30, 2016 at 9:38 AM

    Your porch looks so pretty, Christy! I love the little green sleigh and everything you’ve done. Lizzie and Bentley are the cutest things on the porch, though!

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:01 PM

      Thanks so much. Angie! Our pups are very spoiled…can’t you tell!

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  7. Pam Kessler says

    November 30, 2016 at 9:38 AM

    I always look forward to see what you are going to do with your porch and you did not disappoint! Love it all. Off to find a light up snowflake at Lowes now 🙂

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:01 PM

      Thanks bunches, Pam! Kind of wishing I had bought more than 1 snowflake!

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  8. laura janning says

    November 30, 2016 at 8:39 AM

    I swear Lizzie and Bentley are the best host’s every. your porch looks perfectly festive. I hope you enjoy the holiday season, glad you are feeling better.

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:06 PM

      Thanks so much, Laura! Hope you are feeling better!

      Reply
  9. Debbie says

    November 30, 2016 at 7:32 AM

    I love your large southern porch!! I am looking forward to using some of your ideas after I move 🙂 my little dinky porch currently has no room for all these cool ideas!

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:07 PM

      Thanks so much! I love your porch! Can’t wait to see what you do with the new house. Going to miss you!

      Reply
  10. Marty Oravetz says

    November 30, 2016 at 7:20 AM

    Your porch is always one of my favorites. Each season you decorate it so beautifully. Love the Christmas decor, so pretty.

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    • Christy says

      November 30, 2016 at 9:02 PM

      Thanks so much, Marty! I do love our porch. Looking forward to your tour next week!

      Reply

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