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Kelly's Korner "show us your life" series today, she is asking her readers to share their front porch and patio spaces. These outdoor spaces can be the first impression of your home and also reflect its personality. I use as many welcoming details as I can; including flowers, pillows, cushions and lighting. These details will say to your visitors and friends; hello, relax and stay a while.
These sunny, yellow Black Eyed Susans give a welcoming hello as you approach my front porch. They also show my love of gardening.
The Sunflower wreath on the front door and the pots of Geraniums off to the side, give the front porch a splash of color. These pots will be filled with brightly colored mums in the fall and then miniature trees, with lights, in the winter; helping to dispel the gloom of shorter days. The wreath will change for the seasons and holidays.
My patio, in the back of the house, is a calming, relaxing place to sit and listen to the sounds of the woods. I use pillows, cushions, placemats and a pretty pitcher with flowers to make my table inviting.
This spot welcomes my guests to sit and enjoy a glass of iced tea or wine on a beautiful summer day.
Also important to outdoor spaces is lighting, such as candles or lanterns. Look for soft lighting that will not attract too many bugs. We purchased this light fixture a few years ago and it has been great for our patio. It does not require wiring; just an outdoor plug.
Other welcoming details on my patio include a slate, personalized welcome sign hanging on the brick wall and cheerful pots of Geraniums.
It is all these simple details that will welcome your guests to your home and make them relax and enjoy their visit.
Have a great weekend :-)
Vicki
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It does look very welcoming! Makes me long for Autumn... I love decorating the front porch with pumpkins and gourds.
ReplyDeletethanks for the inspirational post. Found you on the friday blog hop.
Diane
ATA Girls
Treasuring Grace
Foster Parent Rescue
I have to agree that this looks very welcoming. I love all the decor. Stopping by from the blog hop and would love a follow and comments.
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Thank you for stopping by my blog! I am here to return the favor. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, and as luck would have it I'm redecorating my back deck. Stopping by from Friday Blog Hop.
ReplyDeleteYour home is so cute and cozy - thanks for sharing! Feel free to return the visit - I linked up, too!
ReplyDeleteI had planned to do lots to the patio this year but our Summer weather has not been good! I am looking forward to decorating the porch for fall:)
ReplyDelete~Anne
Just beautiful! I love black-eyed susans - so cheery and welcoming. You've done a lovely job decorating the outside of your home.
ReplyDeleteThat is looking so great! I wish we had an outdoor space of our own. :( Thanks for linking up with the Weekend Blog Walk!
ReplyDeleteI feel welcome and I'll have a glass of tea, please:) I have some fluffing to do on my porch, thanks for the inspiration! Have a blessed day, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteStopping by from Kelly's Korner , love the welcoming with the tea. your pictures are inviting
ReplyDeleteLove love love your post! Great job.
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It looks like you have a beautiful home. I love all the flowers and plants in front.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for joining me! Shall we have fun? YES!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I didn't link up with Kelly's Korner today (have a few times), but found you on the Friday Blog Hop.
ReplyDeleteNow following you and would love a GFC follow back as well as for you to join in the Weekend Blog Walk blog hop at http://www.athometake2.blogspot.com. We've got a great group of bloggers linking up every weekend.
What a warm and welcoming home; thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLovely and I adore black eyed susan's. Visiting from Simple Sunday's, Olive
ReplyDeleteCute pictures lady!
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Katie
Lady Million
So cute! And I had no idea those flowers were called Black Eyed Susans...my mothers name is Susan so that just gave me a whole new appreciation for that flower. All of your pictures make me feel like I would love to come over for a visit!! :) Found you on the Monday Mingle hop and glad I did...please come visit my blog and make yourself at home :)
ReplyDelete~Kristen
mamawinkle.blogspot.com
So lovely, so relaxing and inviting. Wonderful job on the decorating!
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