Bringing the new season to your home starts outside. Your fall front porch is the first greeting to anyone coming for a visit. It’s important to make it a welcoming one while reflecting the beauty of the season at the same time.
I love my home but this time of a year I long for the covered, wrap around porch of my dreams. I would have such fun with that! But…it was not to be. So I try to make the most of what I have. Pumpkins, scarecrows, and mums will help me do that. I am hoping this little visitor will let my pumpkins survive until Halloween.
My fall porch sign is one of my favorite outdoor decorations. My husband thinks my signs are a bit ridiculous. He has never understood the sign in my kitchen that simply says KITCHEN in large letters. He is equally baffled as to why I feel the need to tell people it’s fall with a sign. Clearly, they should already be aware of that fact! But…I absolutely love them so we just agree to disagree where signs are concerned.
There is rarely a time that my lamppost is bare. Of course, it would be fine that way but where’s the fun in that?
Scarecrows are such fun to display inside and out. They have always been one of my favorite elements in fall decor. Putting a family of scarecrows on a bale of hay is the very picture of fall!
In fact, putting scarecrows anywhere are such a great seasonal touch!
Since this is my favorite place for sunset viewings, I keep a blanket handy for cool fall evenings.
Pillows for the swing, garlands, flags, and flowers all are a part of the front porch welcome.
Mums! Mums! and more Mums!
….and of course I have to have my buffalo check somewhere!
Last but not least are the lanterns! They are so essential to making a front porch warm and cozy.
It is prettier the darker it gets outside!
More Outdoor Spaces
I’m hoping to have, at the very least, another month to enjoy my favorite spots outside. We had an early snowfall here in Colorado. Just a dusting really but it was enough to prompt me to check a few more things off my fall cleanup list. My fairy houses have been put away for the rest of the year. Replaced with a few fall decorations
I’ve added some pretty fall flowers to the deck. We have spent so much time out here all summer and I know we will have many more dinners before closing up for the winter.
A couple of fall touches to the lower patio as well.
I am sure hoping this guy sticks around for Halloween! Perfectly beautiful prop!
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Oh my soul! I can’t believe you were able to get that close and get such a wonderful photo of the Owl! That’s awesome. Love all of your festive porch decor. All of your detail is perfect! I’d love hanging out there. Happy Fall!
Thank you Cindy! Isn’t he gorgeous??? So glad you came by. Glad you like the porch. It’s my favorite spot for sunsets.
Oh Wow! Lucky you to have such a great “close encounter” with a Great Horned Owl. Awesome! Oh and the porch looks great too.
Thanks Lynda! Yes! He was just so beautiful! I’m hoping he hangs out for awhile.
So fun and creative! Pinned several images to our Fall Decor board.
Thank you! Thanks so much for stopping by!
I’ve been needing ideas for decorating my porch for fall, so this was great! That owl looks so regal perched up there!
Elena
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Thanks so much Elena! I’m glad it gave you some ideas. He is a gorgeous owl. He’s been here for about a week now.
I so enjoy visiting other bloggers and finding out how they approach the seasons. You’ve had snow already while we have finally moved below 80 on the heat/humidity scale! Thanks again for visiting my blog.
BTW I loved how you described your decorating philosophy on your home page!
Thank you Sandra! I wasn’t ready for snow so I’m thrilled to be back in the 70’s this week. I love visiting other blogs too. I’m so glad I found yours. Your tablescapes are lovely! Thanks so much for stopping by.
It all looks nice, love the lamp post. Thanks so much for linking up with me at my #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 17. Shared.
Thanks so much! Glad you stopped by!
Denise, your fall decor on your porch is beautiful. I love all the scarecrows. I am sure you enjoy your time watching sunsets. The owl capture is quite amazing. Happy October!
Thank you Pam! I was thrilled to see the Owl. He seems quite happy hanging out here at the moment. I’m hoping he stays for awhile. Happy October to you.
What a fun and pretty Fall post. Thank you for joining Fall Everything 2020. Please come and link up anytime all month! Pinned 2 of your pretty pictures. Linda @crafts a La mode
Thank you Linda and thanks so much for hosting Fall Everything 2020. Such a great place to find fall inspiration! See you soon!
Hi good morning , can you tell me where you got the little black dog on your front door area . Please let me know thanks 😊 your front door area is so cute .
Thanks Dina! I got the dachshund chalkboard at World Market a few years ago. I just looked and I see you can still order it online on their site. Thanks for stopping by! Happy Fall!
Hi good morning , love ❤️ your front door area please tell me where you got the little black dog . Thank you. Dina
Your husband cracks me up! He sounds a bit like mine…he’s an engineer and doesn’t always get my creative self! Thank you for sharing at Embracing Home and Family!
Thank you Jennifer! Yes, they just don’t seem to get it, these husbands! It’s ok though. I feel the exact same way about literally everything in the garage!
I love the carmel apple recipe and tips. Yummy. Lisa
Thanks Lisa! It is such an easy recipe.