Tips on how to create the coziest autumn porch
As soon as September hit, you could taste the pumpkin spice in the air and we’re not mad about it. Breathe it all in before Christmas pops out behind that bush over there. Now let’s get down to pumpkin spiced business. We thought what better way to amp up our autumn cheer than to decorate our porches! You know those cozy set ups your see on Pinterest where pumpkins scatter the stairs and lights are sparkling on the railings? That could be your porch too! Here are some tips and tricks on how to create the coziest porch passerby’s have ever seen!
Garland this and garland that
The nice thing about garland is that once you buy it, you can basically use it for every season and dress it up however you want to. Similar to our blog on how to make a fall wreath (https://sarasotahomes.ca/make-your-own-fall-wreath/) you can do the same for your garland. Attach some autumn leaves and sunflowers! Once you’re done, frame your door or wrap your garland around your handrail. It’s a simple and quick way to dress up your porch.
You get a pumpkin and you get a pumpkin!
Luckily during this season, you don’t have to look too hard or go too far to find pumpkins. Try to find a mixture of white, green and orange pumpkins and line the steps on your stairs! If you’re feeling real fancy, add in some pots of flowers.
Pump up the rustic-ness
Crates are very versatile. You can use them as décor in your home, as storage for blankets, or for your front porch! Assemble a couple crates together on their sides and fill them with hay, small pumpkins, flower pots and lanterns. You’ll get to admire your display every time you leave and enter your home!
Go more modern
You don’t have to stick to the ordinary colours of fall for your front porch set up. Try painting the pumpkins along your front steps copper, off-white and gray. Or go strictly black and white with your décor. We’re seeing this trend more this year with white and plaid pumpkins, white flowers, and black lanterns. You wouldn’t think to incorporate these shades at first for fall but it actually looks very modern and sophisticated!
Don’t skimp on the flowers
Flowers make everything look more beautiful so don’t be afraid to go ham! Depending on the look you’re going for, we suggest deep reds, whites, oranges or yellows. Orange mums, sunflowers or baby’s breath would look amazing perched on your front porch.
The cozier, the better
If you have a great lounge area on your front porch, show it off and incorporate some cozy plaid pillows and blankets. Your fall inspired porch doesn’t have to serve only looks (although we know it’s going to serve allllll the looks this season). Make it functional too! Enjoy a hot chocolate with your family or friends while bundled up in blankets.
All signs point to Fall
There are so many autumn signs in stores right now. However, if you’re in the adventurous mood, try making your own sign! Reclaimed wood and pallets are the best for creating that distressed and rustic fall sign for your front porch. The nice thing about this project is that you can tailor the sign to match your colour scheme.
Pumpkin, Lights, Action!
Like flowers, lights can take your porch to a whole other level and there’s so many ways to incorporate them into your display. You could place fake candles in your lanterns (safety first people!), wrap fairy lights around your crates, or weave string lights around your railing making for the perfect cozy setting,
Autumn really is one of the most beautiful seasons to enjoy; from the falling leaves, to the colours and the feeling that overcomes you to slow down a little and take it all in. Decorating the front of your home is the perfect way to kick off the season. It’s also easy to go from fall to Halloween. You can keep a lot of the décor you already have. All you have to do is incorporate a couple festive pieces (jack-‘o-lanterns, skeletons, and cob webs) and boom! It’s Halloween baby!
