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Christmas on the Porch

December 2, 2019 By Rhoda 153 Comments

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Hi, friends! It’s the most wonderful time of the year once again and I have decked our halls this year for Christmas celebrating. I’m so excited to welcome you to our home by showing off the front porch decor and sharing how I’m adding Christmas cheer right on our front porch and coming up the stairs. We will probably have some friends and family over again this year and it’s so nice to have a welcoming front porch.

I’m also joining another great group of bloggers who are also sharing their porches decorated for Christmas today and each day will be a different area decked out for Christmas, so please go and visit them. If you’re visiting from Sara at Sincerely Sara D, I know you enjoyed her home so much. She has wonderful style! Thanks so much to the Christy and Amy with 11 Magnolia Lane and Jenny with  Evolution of Style for hosting this fun tour!

It looks a little dreary the day I took this pic, but the front porch is happy and festive, so let’s get a little closer. Mark and I have lived in this house over 2 years now and this is our 3rd Christmas in this house. It’s hard to believe that, time sure flies! We’ve done so much in our house and have more projects in the wings as well.

christmas front porch decor

We have a smallish front porch, but I want to make it as festive as possible, so added a few well chosen pieces filled with nostalgia to welcome in the season.

christmas front porch decor

One of this year’s projects was getting a new front door and we absolutely love this one. It’s Knotty Alder and really classes up our front porch even more now with the wavy glass and solid wood. Garland is from previous years and from Tree Classics. I love the red lanterns, past season from Tractor Supply and they add a pop of color.

front porch traditional Christmas decor

Notice the fresh garland and wreath on the front door? I’m so happy to be working with Lynch Creek Farm (they gifted me the wreath and garland) again this year and getting a fresh wreath and garland, which smells SO good! I love their products and do not hesitate to recommend them for Christmas wreaths. You can’t beat their style.

In fact, stay tuned because I’ve got a great WREATH giveaway with Lynch Creek Farm at the bottom of the post. One of YOU will win this gorgeous wreath I chose. It’s absolutely stunning! 

christmas front porch decor

I go with traditional cranberry red colors out here and it makes the garland pop.

Front porch Traditional Christmas decor

On the porch, I added Mark’s boyhood sled that he’s had all these years and it adds such a nostalgic feel to the front porch. This year I picked up a pair of ice skates from an antique store to really set the mood. I added fresh cedar bushes to my black planters for extra greenery.

Front porch Traditional Christmas decor

Here’s that gorgeous wreath! It’s filled with berries and dried/faux fruits, so pretty and festive. I couldn’t resist the colors and texture of this wreath. It’s brand new this year and called Country Harvest. It says this one is sold out, but I hope they get more in so that one of you get this too.

Front porch Traditional Christmas decor

It really makes our front door pop even more and the fresh garland really accents our door as well. I love fresh garland for the smell and texture. You can’t beat it for Christmas decorating. This is the only fresh greens I decorate with except for a few sprays on the mantel and elsewhere.

front porch traditional Christmas decor

I love the nostalgic feel of our porch and the reds added are so warm and welcoming.

Front porch Traditional Christmas decor

The wreath is the icing on the cake!

Front porch Traditional Christmas decor

It totally shows off on our new door and feels so good.

Front porch Traditional Christmas decor

If you’d like to win a wreath of your own for YOUR front door, just leave a comment on this post telling me your favorite wreath at Lynch Creek Farm. But note that this Country Harvest wreath is the one I’m giving away! Leave your email address on the Rafflecopter widget below AND leave a comment on this post to win! That’s all you have to do. I can’t wait for one of you to get this wreath too!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Next on the blog hop is Cyndy from The Creativity Exchange. I know you’ll enjoy her beautiful porch, her home is absolutely stunning! Don’t forget to visit all the other girls below to see their porches too. I know you’ll be inspired for your own Christmas decorating!

Monday, December 2nd (Front Porch/Outdoor Spaces)
Cyndy at The Creativity Exchange | Julie at Less-Than-Perfect Life of Bliss | Annie at Most Lovely Things | Heather at Southern State of Mind | Sara at Sincerely Sara D | Rhoda at Southern Hospitality

Tuesday, December 3rd (Entries/Dining Rooms)
Amy at 11 Magnolia Lane | Tammy at Pink Peppermint Design | Tam at Citrine Living | Cindy at Rough Luxe Lifestyle | Heidi at Home by Heidi | Deb at Seeking Lavender Lane

2019 Holiday Home Tour | 11 Magnolia Lane

Wednesday, December 4th (Living Rooms/Dens)
Marty at A Stroll Thru Life | Heather at Setting for Four | Jen at Stylehouse Interiors | Rachael at This is Our Bliss | Amanda at Dixie Delights | Paige at The Pink Clutch

Thursday, December 5th (Kitchens, Laundry Rooms, Misc Spaces)

Summer at Summer Adams | Heather at Setting for Four | Andrea at Life on Cedar Lane | Emily at Eleven Gables | Laura at Duke Manor Farm | Amy at 11 Magnolia Lane

2019 Holiday Home Tour | 11 Magnolia Lane

Friday, December 6th (Bedrooms)
Christy at 11 Magnolia Lane | Jenny at Evolution of Style | Heather at The Heathered Nest | Shand at Quarters One | Amanda at Sincerely Marie Designs | Christy at Our Southern Home

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  1. Pam Waldrep says

    December 2, 2019 at 6:57 pm

    Lynch Creek Farm has some beautiful wreaths, but my favorite is the Country Harvest. It looks beautiful on your new door. The wreath I’ve had for years was destroyed by critters in the garage so I’m currently without one. I read your blog and follow you on Instagram and love your style. Thank you for sharing your lovely home, your DIY projects and your helpful tips. And, thank you for considering me for this wreath. I’d love to have it hang on my door for all to see.

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  2. Cynthia Aldred says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:07 pm

    Your porch is gorgeous Rhoda! That wreath and the sleigh! So stunning friend! Merry Christmas!!

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  3. Cyndi C says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:17 pm

    Love the Country Harvest wreath!

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  4. Amy Watson says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:18 pm

    I love love love your front porch and that wreath is beautiful!!! I can’t wait to see the rest of your home.

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  5. Patricia Mallory says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:20 pm

    What a wonderful giveaway

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  6. Sandy says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:21 pm

    Wow! So many beautiful wreaths! I guess I would choose the Wildlife wreath with the cardinal in memory of my sweet Dad who passed away one year ago Wednesday.

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  7. Barbara Bell says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:33 pm

    A lovely and welcoming entry to your home! The Country Harvest wreath sets off your stunning new door to perfection. If I win the wreath, I’ll need to get a new front door to do it justice LOL! I loved all the wreaths and specialty arrangements at Creek Ridge Farm but the Farmhouse Holiday wreath really caught my eye. You can tell they deliver a superior product. Thanks for letting us know about Creek Ridge Farm!

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  8. Trish says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:47 pm

    The Red Deluxe and Country Harvest Wreaths are beautiful!

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  9. Lisa Bieri says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    I LOVE the country harvest wreath. Everything about your porch is perfect. Do you mind if I steal some of your ideas? Ha!

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    • Colleen says

      December 2, 2019 at 9:14 pm

      Rhoda, Your front porch looks beautiful! And I love the wreath that you chose for your front door!!

    • Rhoda says

      December 3, 2019 at 8:43 am

      Steal away, Lisa! That’s why I blog, to share inspiration.

  10. Dee Ann says

    December 2, 2019 at 8:13 pm

    It looks very festive! I would love to know how you hang the garland across the top of your front door.

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    • Rhoda says

      December 3, 2019 at 8:42 am

      Hi, Dee Ann, there are cup hooks up there and I zip tied to the hooks.

  11. Jen Robison says

    December 2, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    Your front door is amazing, the wreath takes it to another level! I Have loved working with LYnchcreek in the past!

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  12. Rita says

    December 2, 2019 at 8:47 pm

    Hi Rhoda, i love what you have done with your front porch. I have used A vintage sleigh and ice skates as a Christmas decorating staple for many years. The country harvest wreath adds the perfect touch. Thank you so much for giving your readers a chance to win one of Lynch Creek’s amazing creations..

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  13. Elaine handy says

    December 2, 2019 at 8:52 pm

    BeautifUl

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  14. BonnieBee says

    December 2, 2019 at 10:02 pm

    Rhoda, Mark’s sleigh is priceless.. and the skates take it over the top.. love your new entry door… looks so elegant! The Frozen Pine Wreath from Lynch Creek Farm Would be amazingly welcoming on any front door… Merry Christmas

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  15. Pat M. says

    December 2, 2019 at 10:03 pm

    Beautiful porch! Have enjoyed watching your home renovation.❤️

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  16. Kristin W says

    December 2, 2019 at 11:13 pm

    The snowbound winter wreath is gorgeous. They are all beautiful though! I would love to hang them all up =)

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  17. Karen Winston says

    December 2, 2019 at 11:21 pm

    The selection of lush, warm, inviting wreaths from Lynch Creek Farm is lovely. So many convey the feelings we have for family, friends and the gifts that nature brings to us every day, it is hard to choose just one. I love that there are wreaths for Fall and Thanksgiving, as well as a selection for Winter and Thanksgiving. Now that the summer flowers are gone, these selections make rethink of Fall & Winter decorating in a whole new way. The most appealing wreath to me is “Peace, Love, & Pets” because we want visitors to know that in this house, pets are family, too and their pets are welcome.

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  18. Julie says

    December 2, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    The country harvest is cute!

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  19. Eva says

    December 3, 2019 at 7:44 am

    Looks really pretty. Country harvest of course!

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