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Spring Front Porch in Greens and Burlap

February 22, 2013 By Christy 8 Comments

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At some point, I should publish a list of all my front porch posts, because there are quite a few.  I LOVE to change things up on the porch for different holidays and seasons.  After taking down my Valentine’s wreath after that holiday, it was time to decorate a porch in a way that would take me through until spring.  Since we’re putting the house on the rental market in just a couple of weeks, I wanted things to look clean, crisp, and welcoming.  Here’s what I came up with:

Spring front porch at 11 Magnolia Lane

Last spring, I also used a combination of bright green and burlap; and you can read about that HERE.  The green cushions I used last year were Goodwill purchases and did not survive the summer (too much sun fade), so that’s why you don’t see them again.  This year, the green comes from florist’s moss, in the “B” on my door, and in the moss sphere in the urn.  The “B” was SO easy to make–the tutorial is HERE–I just posted it last week.    Amy posted the tutorial on the moss ball HERE and it was a little trickier because of the shape, but not by much.

Pretty front door at 11 Magnolia Lane

The white urn was a Goodwill find, although the tag on the bottom says it was originally from Kirkland’s.  I’ve been toying with spray painting it black.  Any thoughts?

The house number porch pillows are an easy project–I just slipcovered existing pillows using the tutorial I posted HERE.  The polka dot cushion is from one of my favorite Ebay stores–I buy all my outdoor pillows there, and the old window is from the Nashville flea market.  The chandelier is from a yard sale.

DIY house number porch pillows at 11 Magnolia Lane

 

Old window on porch at 11 Magnolia Lane

I also planted some white violas in my two black urns–it’s still cold out, but it’s warm enough for them!  I added sphagnum moss and tiny grapevine balls for visual interest.

Front porch at 11 Magnolia Lane

The black wicker chairs are from a yard sale.  I scored both of them for $5.  They just got a new coat of black spray paint (I respray them pretty much every year) and they’re good to go for another season.

The plant stand is from Hobby Lobby, a few years ago.  My little old wicker table finally died this winter, so I spray painted this guy black and put him out there to take its place.  I need a little table to hold my coffee or wine (depending on the time of day 🙂 while I watch the kids playing out front.

Black and white front porch at 11 Magnolia Lane

 

In the end, probably what made the biggest difference was that we trimmed all the bushes in the front and spread new black mulch.  Well, my husband trimmed the bushes and spread new black mulch.  I was busy doing something else (maybe hiding in my closet?).

Anyone need to rent a house in Nashville with a sweet front porch and a whole lot of chandeliers inside? 🙂  Just give me a yell!

Happy-almost-spring, and thanks for stopping by.

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  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    February 22, 2013 at 11:14 am

    Everything looks sooooooo pretty. I love your porch and the green is lovely. Hugs, Marty

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    • Christy says

      February 24, 2013 at 6:52 pm

      Thanks, Marty! XOXO Christy

      Reply
  2. Caren with a C says

    February 22, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    I love the front of your house. They just don’t make them like that here in the SF Bay Area. I bet you have a lot of fun decorating it for the seasons and holidays! I heard about your blog on the radio last weekend. Glad I found it. You have a lot of great ideas.

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    • Christy says

      February 24, 2013 at 6:53 pm

      OK, Caren, how did we wind up on the radio? I’m dying to know…sounds like we’re famous (or notorious) clear across the country! Either way, thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Teri says

    February 25, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    Your porch is super cute. I would not paint the white urn. I would switch it with the shorter black urn. If the black one is not tall enough by the door, set it on top of a box or crate or something similar to give it height. Just a thought….

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    • Christy says

      February 28, 2013 at 8:41 am

      Good idea, Teri. I kind of thought I shouldn’t paint it when I do already have the two small black ones. That way I can mix and match. Glad you stopped by with such good advice!

      Reply
  4. Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says

    February 28, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    Oh I so agree your front porch looks amazing!! Love meeting other Middle Tennessee bloggers!

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    • Christy says

      March 2, 2013 at 10:05 am

      Hi, Alicia–
      I stopped by and followed you on Facebook so I can keep up with you. Thanks for visiting!

      Reply

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