Porches, Gardens and Decks

Well Spring is finally on its way and now our decorating urges take us outdoors. I'm always looking for new or old ideas for making a statement with our entrances, whether it's the front door at home, the entry to the garden or how we welcome you to our door at the store, it should Wow you , intrigue you and draw you in.

 Look around home (yours or anyones that you can borrow from) and you'll be amazed at the array of very interesting things you will find.

I have collected a myriad of things over the years, Radio Flyer Red Wagon, an antique cherry picker stand and basket, galvanized wash tubs, child sleigh, Lanterns, birdhouses, small rocking chairs etc. you get the picture. These are the items that will decide the theme of your display.

Use natural items bales of straw(use in the compost after your done with it), corn stalks, pumpkins, potted flowers, grapevine wreaths or garlands, curly willow branches, pine/fir boughs it's endless the items you will find compliments of mother nature.
Add in pictures, mirrors, wrought iron pieces, signs like "Welcome to the Porch" or "Thyme begins in the Garden", someplace to sit and something to sip on and now you have a beautifully decorated welcome for all.

So happy planning with your porches, decks and gardens, let me know what great ideas you have  I'm always looking for something fresh and exciting to try.