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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Christmas Porch

We are enjoying a weekend at the cottage before the busyness of the holidays are in full force at home. We just got back for our town's holiday kick off called, Flurry Fest. They have a large tent set up in the park downtown and various stores and restaurants provide hot chocolate tasting and you get to vote for your favorite. A different pairing this year was hot chocolate, peanut butter and curry, hum….. interesting. I'm still on a little bit of a sugar buzz..

We then moved on to a little porch decorating. I really wanted a baby Christmas tree to put in the vintage wagon but no such luck, no little trees. So plan B, I propped up a tree against the house and the table. I was afraid the tree would get blown over in a stand. It can get really windy up here in northern Michigan in the winter time.



  I left the bird houses I used in the fall decorating, added a star, birds, greens and red beaded garland.



   I also added a vintage wagon and skates!




 My porch bunny wanted to join the decorating. She is wearing her vintage pearl collar of the occasion.








Here is one last photo with some fun effects, I think the porch looks like it is lit up with red Christmas lights.


Now all we need is piles of snow and the decorating will be complete. I'm really hoping for a white Christmas. How about you you?

28 comments:

Leslie's Garden said...

This is so adorable! What a great inspirational post! I want to do something on my front porch, I'll be sure to bookmark this post for future reference! I love the little rustic birds with the birdhouses. And the little bunny is too precious!

Anonymous said...

Oh, your porch looks so precious! I love everything you've used and it really looks like a magazine shoot.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia :)

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

Oh, that shade of green and red has me wanting to set a spell on your porch. I love everything you've done here!!!

Ann said...

Looks so pretty, I love the way the red beads look on the fir tree. Very vintage with each item.
Ann

Pamela said...

Laura your holiday porch is just perfect! I love your bunny.

Debby said...

Your porch is so nice. I love all the fun things you used.

Annesphamily said...

Your porch is precious and that bunny standing guard is sweet! All the birdhouses may net you a few renters this season! LOL! I imagine your weather can get very cold like it can be here in Colorado. I enjoyed your porch very much. Have a beautiful weekend.

Snap said...

I love your porch ... a great combination of winter and the holidays. So much fun with the skates and the sled. Love the red lights!

An Oasis in the Desert said...

Hoping for snow here in the AZ desert would be a total wasted effort, but we do get to enjoy all kinds of beautiful outdoor flowers, including poinsettias, this time of year. Your front porch is so charming, and I adore your collection of little birdhouses.

Ivy and Elephants said...

Your porch looks amazing! I know Santa will not be able to miss your home. What an inviting vignette.
We'd love to have you share it at Ivy and Elephants.
Hugs,
Patti

Sue said...

Porch bunnies and vintage wagons- I luv it all! Hoping for a White Christmas too.

Madelief said...

Dear Laura,

You know how to decorate! Your porch looks like a photograph from a magazine. So very atmospheric. Love it!!!

Happy new week,

Madelief x

NanaDiana said...

Laura-Your porch looks so nicce! It is festive and fun looking. That last photo with the effects is great! Have a wonderful Sunday- xo Diana

Ray Lynn said...

Hey! You are right that IS a fun photo edit. Glad that you have such cool decorations! I especially like the vintage wagon and cow bell!

-Ray

podso said...

I like your porch decorations. Natural, festive and so pretty. Great name, flurry fest!

Annie said...

Your decoration is beautiful. I especially love the bunny and stone birds, making your porch look so lovely!

allisamazing said...

Your porch looks so lovely and all ready for Christmas!

Lynn Proctor said...

i love your touch--esp. the tree with just the red beads and leaning--so cool!

Pam Kessler said...

Very cute! Love the green star and red table together. That is my favorite shade of green.

Marissa said...

Love your porch! Looks so merry!..

Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com said...

nice old-fashioned decor / love it!

No snow yet here in Western PA aside from a day or two of light showers...no accumulation

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

I love that old weathered birdhouse with the decorations you put on it! And the last photo is great fun! I love this effect! I wonder if it is in a editing site I can use! Happy holidays!

Dawn said...

Thanks so much for stopping by the "Cabin" and inviting me over to your place. I must say I love your style and the colors are fab. Love it all so much I am your newest follower. I also live in Michigan by the way.

Unknown said...

What fun Christmas decorations! They look great on your porch- love it!!

Dawn said...

So glad to have you link up this week. I love your decorating style and cant wait to see what you will have for next week:)

momto8 said...

so very pretty and festive! love all of your touches!!

Emilie's daughter said...

I wish I had a porch too... it is magical... we are having snow here and I do hope it'll stay until Christmas! Christa

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Hi Laura,
I know that I have featured you more than once. But girl, you did it again. Love your porch and will be featuring it at Share Your Cup.
Hugs,
Jann

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