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Fall Front Porch Ideas

September 6, 2020 By Rhoda 15 Comments

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It’s definitely early in the month to be decorating for Fall, but you know in blogland everyone gets an early start. I decided to go and and plug along and get some Fall decorating done this month so I can share with you later on. And it stay this way until Christmas decor comes out in November, so I’ll enjoy it for more than 2 months. It’s so hot here still but it’s sort of nice to pretend it’s really Fall and bring out some Fallish colors.

My urns on the front porch were in dire need of a change out. I had evergreen fir bushes in there all summer and they did fine as long as I watered them.

Unfortunately I didn’t stay consistent with the watering and the heat and sun finally got them so it was time to pull them out. I found these Eugenia topiaries at Home Depot for $14.99 and had a burst of excitement to try them out in the urns this time, as they will look good all the way through the Holidays. I found out they can’t make it below 30° and almost took them back but I decided I’m going to give them a try and see how long I can make them last. My Plan B for these urns is to get faux topiariaries which I’ve seen a lot of bloggers use. More money up front but it has to be better than wasting money like I’ve been doing with these urns.

Fall topiary

So the topiaries got planted along with some Creeping Jenny (which I love!). It has done great for me in the ground and in pots and comes back after Winter. We will see what happens with these urns but I’m giving it a good try to keep them watered and happy.

I added Spanish moss to the dirt and these cute bows from Michael’s and I’m ready for Fall now.

They look so happy on the front porch and this added Fall color is so nice.

Next I’ll update you on my Fall wreath. I embellished it this year with a couple of things from Michael’s picked up on their 40% off sale. I bought 3 of these bows, 2 for the topiaries and one for my wreath. I also picked up 2 of these berry picks.

Here’s the plain wreath from last year and here it is now! I ordered this wreath last year from Crate & Barrel, but it’s no longer available.

Fall wreath

Doesn’t it look so much better by adding a few thing to it? All I did was pull the berry pick apart in 3 pieces (making 6 total pieces) and I spaced it around the wreath, just tucking it into the grapevine wreath and pulling the berries out.

The bow really makes a statement and has just the right Fall colors.

I already one one Fall pick and I added that above the bow for a little more texture and color. It has some rusty pods and wispy things on it and I love how it looks too. I had it already and didn’t have to buy it. The mix of rusty red, green and gold is perfect for Fall and looks so good on our front porch!

Fall front porch ideas

I’m not one to buy a lot of Fall decor, but this year I decided to buy a few faux stems and leaves to use inside the house. Then I can reuse them every year. I’ve never been a huge Fall decorator but these things will be nice to have next season.

I added faux orange pumpkins from Michael’s and everything was on sale, so that was a win. I’ll link all the things I can below.

Fall front porch ideas

I just love all of this together and how simplistic it is, but very Fall feeling.

Fall front porch ideas

These lanterns were a steal at Target last year, but they are also gone this year. I love adding the orange pumpkins instead of a candle for now and I can add something else at Christmas.

This definitely says bring on Fall now, doesn’t it? I’m ready for the cooler temps that go with it and I’m sure you are too if your state has high heat still. This is just the right touch for me, not too much or too little but just right!

Have you started decorating for Fall? Blogland explodes with Fall decor so I’m sure you are seeing it all over if you’re reading blogs or on Instagram.

I’ve added links to some of the same stems I have from Michaels and a few wreaths that are similar in case you’re interested. Affiliate links used below!

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  1. MollIe M. says

    September 6, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    Your porch is great Rhoda! Certainly says Fall. Love the colorful bow and I hope Michaels here in Canada sells them.

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    • Rhoda says

      September 6, 2020 at 3:56 pm

      Thank you, Mollie, I love how simple and pretty it is too and I can use it all next year. I don’t do as much as others do for Fall but this is just enough for me.

  2. Jane says

    September 6, 2020 at 5:18 pm

    Your urns look beautiful with the new topiaries! Such a classical look, and the bows are the perfect kiss of Fall. Hopefully the plants will hang on through December so they can get some Christmas-y bows.

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    • Rhoda says

      September 6, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      Thanks, Jane, I hope so too!

  3. MARY-ANN (FROM CANADA!) says

    September 6, 2020 at 8:31 pm

    Rhoda, your front porch is just beautiful! The picks and the bow just adds so much to your wreath. It’s beautiful! I like the topiaries in your black urns and your bows just add to the cuteness of them. I love having lanterns on our porch that you can change for the seasons. Enjoy your Fall decor! Have a great week.

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  4. Juliet says

    September 6, 2020 at 9:05 pm

    Wow, Rhoda, you really knocked it out of the park! I love your fall porch … and you’ve given me several great ideas. Those Target lanterns are sensational. I almost picked up a very similar wreath at Home Goods, but didn’t have your vision for embellishment. Darn, now I wish I’d grabbed it. It’s 106 here. Ugh. I did a little fall porch thing last week … and now it feels all wrong. But temps will drop soon and I’ll be ahead of the game. Hope you’re having a great holiday weekend! xo

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    • Rhoda says

      September 6, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      Thank you, Juliet, I have no doubt your Fall will be beautiful!

  5. Emily Baker says

    September 10, 2020 at 11:04 pm

    Love your front porch! Very fall-ish and inviting!!! Can’t wait to see what you do for Christmas time!!

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  6. Pam says

    September 28, 2020 at 10:22 pm

    Where did you find your cute doormat?

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    • Rhoda says

      September 29, 2020 at 8:57 am

      HI, Pam it’s from Frontgate. They have some good ones!

  7. Lorrie S says

    October 2, 2021 at 8:10 am

    The lanterns look great with the pumpkins but I’m afraid it being so warm here still during the day they will rot.

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    • Rhoda says

      October 2, 2021 at 2:51 pm

      The pumpkins are fake!

  8. Sharon says

    October 2, 2021 at 11:01 pm

    Your porch looks great. I really love what you did with your wreath.

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