Wanting to change our front porch and was searching my brain to think of some ideas for decorating our outdoor
porch.
Right now it is the only outdoor area we have to decorate.
To get some ideas for decorating our front porch I ran into one my favorite thrift shops in town.
The owner Judy has a great eye and I knew she would give me some great ideas to get my creative juices flowing.
My front porch is not very large.It can be difficult to decorate such a small area.
Judy gave me the idea to use a table here.
As soon as she said that my first thought was farmhouse table!
This table was actually in my dining room.But I think it will work perfectly here.
Those wicker chairs I have had out here for the past years and I still like them.
Although I think they need a pillow or cushion.I will be on the hunt for them.
Any suggestions for vintage looking outdoor pillows?
Love the color and patina of that vintage plant stand!
I always wanted a front porch.And although ours is a bit small we really do enjoy sitting outside and drinking lemonade!
So sad that not many people sit on there front porches anymore.
We all hide in our back yards and keep to ourselves.
I wish we could go back to the days of sitting on the front porch.
These lovely roses are fresh from my garden.
I think it will be nice to have fresh flowers out here not just from a plant but freshly cut.
That pretty white pitcher is from my sweet friend Kris from Junk Chic Cottage.
I found this vintage wire plant stand recently at a goodwill store for 4.00.
This was added to the side of my porch.It is the perfect size and does not take up much room at all.
My cherub collection graces this plant stand.
I love the shape of this!
Recently I found an old lamp base at a barn sale.
I decided to use it as a plant stand.
I also added that hanging basket of flowers.
A garden statue was found today too!
It’s so funny on the tag it said “As Is” because it has chips on it.I find that amusing as most of my purchases are things that are chippy,broken,ripped to me it gives each piece a unique quality!
I love that sweet face! And as you can see the piece behind it is quite chippy.Not sure it it is old or not but I love it either way!
I think I am going to hang this but for now it is just leaning against the brick wall.
Now I am going to kick back and enjoy our petite front porch!
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Hi Anne. It looks so pretty. Love all your gracious touches. We still use our front porch but I was just going to let the screen door slam shut and get out to start my own decorating. Thanks for putting the fire under me!..Happy Tuesday..Judy
When I saw the first photo I thought it was from a magazine, but then I realized when reading that it was your porch! It looks so beautiful! I love the cherubs gathered together on the plant stand. Love the chippy piece that looks like an arched window frame! I hate that most of the outdoor pillows they sell are always in such bright fabrics. Maybe you could sew some using sunbrella fabric in a neutral shade?
I would sit on my front porch if I had one. Your porch looks great.
A really cute addition to your already quaint porch.
Anne, your front porch looks so pretty. It looks so cozy and that lemonade looks delicious…LOL I use my porches! I use my front porch in the morning and my screened-in porch in evenings. I just finished cleaning the pollen off of the front porch and my plans are to have my morning coffee out there tomorrow. Thanks for sharing your beautiful porch and I hope you have a wonderful evening. Hugs, Gail
What a pretty wire plant stand! I love the graceful lines. We had a front porch on our previous house as did all the old homes on the block and we spent many hours sitting out there.
White cushions would look great in your chairs. I like how you styled the area between your two chairs too.
Looks so pretty! I’d pick a floral or striped pattern, ticking stripes or grain sack stripes.
Happy Tuesday!
Your porch is very pretty, I love the old painted table and the chairs flanking it.
I am like you, I wish more people sat on their porches and said hello as people pass by. I miss the good old days. Not that I lived in that era, but I’ve heard rumours! 🙂
Hugs, Cindy
Your front porch looks very inviting, Anne! Love using a little farm table out there. Great plant stand for pocket change!! Looks like such a comfy place to enjoy.
Mary Alice
A lovely addition to your porch Anne. Hope you find some lovely cushions.
You did a lovely job. The details, such as the cherub and the lace, add to the ambiance. Enjoy it!
So pretty, Anne! I can see why you like to sit out here. We sit on our front porch all the time. There’s more shade in the front yard so it’s cooler during the hot summer months. Love your wicker chairs!
Hi Anne
I love the outside porch area, its so perfect with all of your touches. You have such a great sense of balance what a perfect spot. Have a terrific week
hugs
Kate
xoxo
I would recommend that you use either burlap or old grain sack fabric to make the cushions for your two chairs! It would look very chic!
Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!
Deborah
I love your changes, Anne – it looks GREAT and so charming and unique!
How about drop cloths? I also like the ticking idea. I got some ticking at Walmart to make a few new pillows. I can’t wait to see what you decide. I love the plant stand. You must have a really good thrift store.
Katie
Loving the front porch Anne, all the pieces sure are pretty. Love the metal piece against the house on the table and the plant stand is a great find.
Cynthia
“As is” is usually what I am hunting for. LOL
Your front porch is lovely and very welcoming!
Hi Anne,
I love the fresh pink roses in the pitcher sitting with the lace fabric–makes you want to hold it in your heart !
Your front porch turned out so lovely. The roses in the white vase are beautiful. We have a narrow front porch and when I sit in the chair the railing blocks my view. I still haven’t gotten around to doing anything to jazz it up much except a couple hanging boston ferns and a pot of gifted flowers on the step! Yours looks so inviting! Nancy
Anne, your porch is spacious compared my practically non-existent one! Your table looks just right out there. Everything is so pretty!
Jeanette
BEAUTIFUL!!!! I hope you share your post over here at Fishtail Cottage’s Garden party??? xoox, tracie
http://fishtailcottage.blogspot.com/2013/05/cottage-garden-party-4-2013.html
It looks so beautiful! Makes me want to grab an Ice Tea and sit a spell 🙂
What a beautiful spot to sit and relax. We love our front porch, and use it all the time. You have done a beautiful job of decorating it. I love the plant stand with the cherubs and plants. Everything looks gorgeous!!
ha! I love “as is” tags! Your porch looks perfectly marvelous Anne. Love the white wire piece you found! I love to sit on the steps of my front porch but the only thing I see is the deer in the field and maybe the mail lady. 🙂
Your new blog header is wonderful xo
Thanks for sharing Anne! It looks so cute 🙂