I enjoy decorating for the holidays, and have found that I like to integrate the seasonal aspect within my holiday decorating. Once the holidays come to an end I take down the decorations, but keep up the more seasonal items. I now see a lot of the decor more as a winter scene, and am happy to enjoy the hard work put into it for a little while longer.
I am naturally drawn to a classic and timeless feeling with a hint of elegance. I see natural elements as the perfect way to depict these feelings in any season. Whether it is winter, spring, summer, or fall you can always find a bit of nature to represent the season.
We lived in the south for some time growing up. During the holiday season we would go on tours of old southern homes that were decorated in Christmas past. This meant a lot of fresh greens, fruits, and other natural elements incorporated in the decor. Often times during the tour you would be greeted with a beautiful fruit display located above the front door. I was always fascinated with the welcoming gesture and wanted to incorporate the decoration on my own front porch this winter season.
With the help of my husband, a video, and lots of apples the project was under way. I was so pleased with how it turned out. The best part is that once the apples are removed we can use the piece again next year and create an entirely different winter scene.
A quick tip… I love the look of boxwoods in urns, but sometimes don’t want to purchase a plant for the season. What I do instead is cut my own boxwood branches or buy cut pieces from my local nursery for a couple of dollars. I then place the stems in leftover dirt to create the look of a boxwood. Easy and a lot less expensive!
If you are visiting by way of Danielle, thank you for stopping by on the tour. I hope you all enjoyed the visit, and learned something that you can take with you.
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If you have limited space between the gate and your home’s door, you can install a canopy awning above your door. This will prevent water from entering your house when there’s a heavy rainfall. Canopy awnings also serve as sun shades outside your door in any types of weather.
In a word fabulous!
I love what you did here, it’s breathtaking.
Happy 2017
I have been trying to pick a paint color. Would you share your exterior gray paint color?
This is just stunning! I love the classic yet modern look of your porch. The greenery is gorgeous against the white.
Pretty – so clean and fresh looking…love the black and white and green. 🙂
I love your winter design!! Can you give a link or info on the apple decor above your door!! I have always wanted to do that!
Happy New Year
Thank you Nancy! Yes, here is the link for the project. I would love to see it if you decide to make it. Take care! Link: http://monkeysee.com/home-decor-making-a-holiday-decoration-for-above-your-front-door/