Howdy folks! Are you eager to see some outdoor creativity? I’ve joined our host Laura from Decor to Adore for a porch hop and the posts below are so beautiful. I’m sharing how to create an autumn porchette with lively fall color. The best part is that it cost less than a meal out with my kids!
How To Create An Autumn Porchette With Lively Fall Color
If you’ve arrived here from The Crowned Goat, welcome! CoCo is one of my blogging besties whose style, love of pink and always the encourager have me in awe. I’m sure you loved her porch ideas with those beautiful mums. The cozy factor is at a 10!
It’s been so stinkin’ hot here I almost didn’t fool with the outside. Then I saw our neighbors porch and felt like I should at least contribute somehow. So I waited until it was 95 degrees and the mosquitos were thick before going outside. Definitely not the best decision. Next week, we’ll power wash the ground so look beyond that ugly part.
Add color in every nook and cranny so the eye moves around the porch.
When I started, I had nothing in the creative box I store in my head. Plumb empty. There’s another box in there too. It’s the what-do-the-kids-want-for-Christmas box. Which translates to – I didn’t want to spend money on more fall decorations when Christmas shopping isn’t far away. I know, it’s hard to think about that when it’s still feels like summer.
Have you seen people making faux fall trees? I’ve seen a few and it doesn’t look that hard. Then I watched a couple of DIY videos and thought it was more work than I was up for. Both tutorials drilled holes into the wood branches and hot glued the leafy stems inside. That didn’t sound fun so I opted for clear floral tape instead. The other way is probably better but when you’re in a mood, the tape is perfect.
Add garland around pumpkins for added color!
From cutting off a couple of branches in the back yard to taping the faux stems, both branches together took about an hour and a half. And they cost only $15 a piece because I used three 50% off fall bundles from Michael’s. When you cut the bundles apart, they go along way.
Since I had so much orange going on, I figured what’s a little more. Using traditional orange pumpkins did the trick for filling in here and there. Plus, they are the cheapest around. I found an Aldi’s and they sell them for $3.50. Everyone else around me sells them for double. Six cost me around $20.00. Not bad!
I already had the throw blanket, the pillows, and the garland to swirl around the pumpkins that sit in the pots. Instead of storing the large faux boxwood wreaths located on the screens, they got a new spot around the light fixtures. I like how the green really stands out from the curb.
Now the empty screens needed something else. The easy task of adding floral foam and fall picks seemed quick and ideal. I wanted to hang velvet ribbon from the front of the baskets. It didn’t necessarily need a cute knob but it’s all about the details, right?
When the Mister came home, he secured the new fall tree branches to the light fixtures and bazinga – that’s how to create an autumn porchette with lively fall color.
The last thing to do was find a spot for the pieces that fell off the cornstalks. You can’t let things go to waste so I simply tied them together and hung it on the front door. Yay free! It looks better in person and as you walk up the drive to the front door, you feel as if it’s truly autumn!
Next up is Ms. Marty at A Stroll Thru Life. Another super sweet blogger with a heart of gold. Then don’t forget to check out everyone else’s posts below. You’ll see so many great ideas!
Cindy the porchette is a work of art! I love the creativity that you shared as well as the wonderful low cost ideas. Thank you so very much for joining the hop. I’ve pinned and sharing on IG and FB.
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I greatly appreciate that Laura, thank you. I’ve since added even more cornstalks to the driveway! 😉
You can’t see it but I am bowing down to your creativity right now sweet friend. This looks amazing! I love the tree branches and leaves you incorporated and how you used the garlands too. That is genius! And don’t even get me started on the little knob. Love, love, love! As always, loving and pinning all the things. Sending you tons of hugs for a happy and healthy Fall season, CoCo
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You made my day CoCo, thank you. I like it but you never know about anyone else. Stay amazing!
Looks amazing, Cindy!! I ALWAYS cut apart any faux stem or branch or floral that I buy…it makes it go 3 times further!!! Love all of the Fall colors that you used on your porch..so welcoming!
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That goes to show who’s a real crafty person and who’s just a guesser. lol! Thank you Rachel.
Love!!!!
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Thanks bunches Barb!
Cindy, you’re genius with that clear tape hack on the branches. They turned out gorgeous and love the look. Bravo!! Thanks for sharing options that don’t break the bank. I LOVE all the orange’; perfect Fall/October fun display! Happy Happy October, Cindy!
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Crazy to think but one of my least favorite colors is orange. lol! Thank you Debra. “Options that don’t break the bank” sounds much nicer than cheap. 😉 Have a great week!
Your front porch is beautiful, love all your decorations and how you placed them. Happy Fall and hurry up cool weather!!
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I agree! I’m hoping the weatherman is correct when he says a cool front is coming on Thursday! Thanks bunches Marlene. 🙂
Cindy, I think your porchette looks amazing. The branches and leaves are so creative. Here’s to being budget-friendly and creating a beautiful fall space!
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Thank you Kim. I am liking it more and more each day.
How beautiful your porch is Cindy. I love the tree branches and leaves you incorporated and how you used the garlands. You’ve created a vibrant autumn outdoor space, sweet friend.
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It’s definitly noticeable from the street! But I think I’d like more pumpkins. :0 Thanks so much Kim!
Love the extra cornhusks on the door, Cindy! Hubs was negative when he saw the messy pile of them on the driveway. I said, “don’t throw any of them away; I’ll use them all!” His engineering self always wants to clean up and control things:( 🙁 The way you styled them so simply is perfection!
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Thank you Lora. My engineer husband likes to control things too but he just says something and doesn’t clean it up unless I ask. He’d say he doesn’t clean because I won’t like the way he does it. Hmmm.
Your porch is fabulous to begin with. I love that curved arch and the pretty brick. I love you pumpkins, and flowers and that little bench is so inviting. The leaves and tree branches are such fun additions and the garland is perfect. So beautiful and welcoming.
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Awe, thank you Ms. Marty! I appreciate your sweet comment. I forget how nice it can be and often take the neutral color brick for granted. You have me liking the look and style of my home again.
Your porch is so beautiful and looks so cozy!! I absolutely love the tree branches with leaves, such a genius idea!!!!! Everything looks so beautiful and so welcoming! I love every detail!!!
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Oh my goodness Emily, thank you! You’ve made my day. 🙂
Oh my goodness! I love your porch decor. Those autumn trees are fabulous. Now I need to make some. Hugs to you, my friend.
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I’m so glad you’ve been inspired to make some tree branches Renae! Looking forward to seeing what you do. Thanks so much.
Cindy,I love your porch! It looks great. Great deals from Aldi!
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I am amazed at Aldi! We don’t have one close to us but next time I’m near one I plan to stop in and check it out more thoroughly. Thank you for making me smile today! Happy fall Rita.
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I’m so glad you’re a new subscriber! Hope you find lots of inspiration. Thank you 🙂
Talk about curb appeal! I bet your neighbors love these happy bright fall colors, and your tree limbs look amazingly real! How about that rain last night? Hope you got some!
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I’ve actually gotten a couple of texts from neighbors saying they loved how festive it looked. 🙂 And Yes, we got some rain. Today didn’t feel all that bad either! Hoping fall is on its way. Have a great weekend and thank you Michelle.
What a fantastic guide on creating an autumn porchette! The vibrant fall colors you’ve suggested are perfect for bringing that cozy seasonal charm to any porch. I can’t wait to try incorporating these ideas and make my porch a beautiful autumn retreat. Thank you for the inspiration!
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You are so sweet Ellie, thank you. Ave fun making your porch beautiful and cozy as well. Happy Fall!
Cindy, your porchette is lovely with all that fall color!!! I have bought NO pumpkins this year… I wanted stackers but they are hard to find and expensive! Six would be like $60!!! Mine didn’t grow this year (bugs ate the flowers and then the vines croaked in the heat). Oh, well. 😉 Moving into winter planting instead. 😉
Enjoy your beautiful porch with all its fall color! Happy to feature here at Share Your Style #408 this week. <3
Big fall hugs,
Barb 🙂
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Aww, thank you Barbara! You’ve made my day.