Welcome to Metamorphasis Monday, hosted by our wonderful friend, Susan at
Please make sure you stop by Susan's beautiful blog for more "Before and After" tranformations.
For this week's Met Monday - we are going to head out to the Front Porch....
I am a little behind schedule on my Fall decorating, but we woke up this morning and made the decision to get our Front Porch ready for Fall.
We cleared everything and gave it a good cleaning...washing away the Summer dust and cobwebs.
Here is the Summer "before" pics...
Bill and I have enjoyed lots of Summer evenings out here. We sat by the lamp light at night and read...at least until the mosquitoes drove me in. :-)
... a side table covered in a Summery chintz...
...comfy rockers....
.... cushiony pillows....
But with the changing of the Seasons, the Sages and Reds
were changed over to...
Gold and Orange...
The cedar trees we had planted over the Summer were replaced with faux boxwood topiaries, which will be easier to care for.
Twinkling white lights, a large burlap bow and bittersweet berries add Autumn texture and color.
The white rockers were replaced with brown rattan chairs and ottomans.
Fall inspired cushions replaced the Summery designs.
Quilted throws are tossed on the back of the chairs for cooler evenings.
Side planters, running over with ivy, get some Fall touches with pansies, pumpkins, and a Seasonal rake.
Bill and I will enjoy morning coffee and after-work drinks in the coming weeks...
Our new red door perfectly frames my Fall wreath...
Stop by and see us....I have fresh loaves of Pumpkin Bread and homemade Apple-Pecan Butter.
Love, Love your front porch..Your red door is just beautiful, would you mind telling me the color and brand you used.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Barb! I LOVE those topiary trees. I hung artwork on my porch and my neighbors thought I was nuts. I see you did the same thing. I bet they wouldn't call you that - it's all just too gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteIt's all so gorgeous Barb! I just adore all of the warm colors you have here and your Fall wreath is a stunning piece! :)
ReplyDeleteOh, Barb, your porch is just spectacular - summer or fall! Love your Fallen wreath! Wow! Did you make this or buy it? It's gorgeous! I love those topiaries with the little lights, I'd love to do something like that. Love how you have a piece of art on your porch wall. If I did that at my house - someone would steal it during the night! :) Thanks for sharing your Fallen beauty.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelai :)
I love your porch, summer or fall. I can't imagine being able to have paintings and lamps outside like that. Even with a covered porch, the wind would ruin things around here. It truly is beautiful and I'm jealous!
ReplyDeleteSue
Barb,
ReplyDeleteI didn't think your porch could look any better than it did for the summer, but you have proven me wrong. Girl it is beautiful, perfect job.
Sandy
Beautiful changes! I know you will enjoy your porch during the Fall season. Have a great week. Sally
ReplyDeleteHow I would love to put a lamp out on my porch, I am just afraid there is not enough covered area! Your porch is gorgeous, summer AND Fall! I love your new topiaries and your beautiful pillows and throws! Looks SOOOO comfy and inviting! Pinky
ReplyDeleteYour porch is wonderful. Looks like the perfect place to sit back and enjoy the changing seasons. I'm so jealous!
ReplyDeleteJane T.
This is such a beautiful area. I love the color of the door. I also love the picture hanging on the wall. The toperaries(Yikes--don't knnow how to spell that) are beautiful too. Everything you have here is so homey and inviting.
ReplyDeleteLook Great - thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWow! Some day I will have a covered porch to decorate!! Those berries with the burlap bow...totally loving the whole look!!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful!! It looks like another room of your house. Maybe the colder weather will drive the mosqitoes away.
ReplyDeleteRhonda
Beautiful Fall porch, Barb! That door wreath is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I love everything about it. The wreath is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI just love your porch! I love both your summer and fall looks. I know y'all will enjoy sitting outside!
ReplyDeleteThe wreath is too die for!
Your porch looks great! It's just the perfect size to me, too. Very pretty decorated both ways!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Barb...its looks like a room in it's self...Glad to see you back my friend...Please if you can stop by within the next 2 hours and enter my 1 year give away...Hope all is well on your side of the mountain my friend...Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
ReplyDeletebeautiful front porch!
ReplyDeleteVery welcoming and beautiful! Love it all!
ReplyDeleteLove your porch in all seasons! :D Jewel
ReplyDeleteHi Barb !
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen you for a while :o)
Love your porch, very pretty !
Kammy
Barb, WOW that is the first thing that comes to mind, your porch is so pretty! I love the wreath, did you make it? If so we need instructions. The burlap bows on the topiary trees are amazing! It looks so cozy, I know you will enjoy! Thanks so much for sharing, Sue
ReplyDeletewow I love it all, the wreath is just beautiful, I bet you do have many wonderful nights on that porch...I'm a follower and I will be back for more.
ReplyDeleteamazing! Love the red door-classic. My favorite are the southern living magazines! how relaxing:)
ReplyDeleteOh, it's just beautiful. I love it !
ReplyDeleteBarb, Oh how I would love to be there sipping hot cider and catching up with you.What a wonderful transformation. Good to see you here, we miss you, Hugs Kathysue
ReplyDeleteYour porch is so pretty and so welcoming, Barb!...Christine
ReplyDeleteSo lovely, I could just sit on your porch and daydream.. mishelle
ReplyDeleteYou are a very symmetrical person aren't you.
ReplyDeleteWow I can't imagine how nice it must be sitting out there with a nice cocktail and a cozy blanket.
Great metamorphosis.
Oh so inviting! You are so lucky to live far enough south to enjoy the outdoors longer. Just love it!
ReplyDeleteSo inviting....so stylish, you make me smile! God Bless, Pamie G.
ReplyDeleteYour porch is so lovely and inviting. I love the table and lamp. It adds so much charm. How do you keep the lamp from falling with a breeze?
ReplyDeleteBarb, your porch is just wonderful. I loved it for the summer and it is just as beautiful for the fall. What a nice idea to change out the chairs. I love all the greenery too. Your wreath is gorgeous. Wish I could stop by and visit, I would love it. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI am in love with it all! Summer and Fall and every single detail! You're so lucky to have such a gorgeous front porch.
ReplyDeleteLovely job, That's a beautiful porch summer or fall! Great Met post! Stop by for a visit soon!
ReplyDeleteMichelle
Love your front porch. Very beautiful. I am having a Posh Porch Party tomorrow, with a giveaway. Would love it if you stopped by.
ReplyDeleteThis is the most welcoming entrance to a home I've seen in a long time. I envy you the wide space & all that room to decorate!
ReplyDeleteYour topiary trees look wonderful with their lights & bows & I can't wait to see what you do with them for Christmas!
Beautiful job!!
♥ Rettabug
The burlap bows are ingenious! The choice in fabric colors are wonderful. Love those rich, warm colors you've chosen...just perfect for some hot apple cider and a good book!
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Awesome! I wish i had a porch like that!
ReplyDeleteDena
That's one gorgeous porch I would love to have whatever season it might be! But you have decorated it so well for both! Love the little touches. The topiaries, the burlap bows. Beautiful porch and metamorphosis!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
I am so in love with this gorgeous porch!!! I would want to stay there all the time and enjoy a cup of something and a good book. You have so inspired me!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great porch to have. I love the colors you chose & the burlap bow is FAB!
ReplyDeleteWhat a luxury, to have such an inviting and lovely porch. I too admire the red on your door...it's the perfect shade (also love your music..."Autumn Leaves"... so charming :). Thanks for the inspiration and dose of loveliness!
ReplyDeleteWarmly,
Tracey
P.S. Wanted to invite you to our "Frugal Luxuries" and "Frugal Luxuries by the Seasons" books give away on both blogs! They're open until next Sunday! xo
When visitors come to visit they don't even have to step inside!
ReplyDeleteYou have everything (almost) you could want, right there on that beautifully staged porch.
Nothing says "Welcome" better than a front porch that's done right!
This is my first visit... and I will be back often!
Beautiful in both seasons. I especially like what you did with the topiaries.
ReplyDeleteJust lovely! Wish my porch were abit bigger so I could play out there more. Thanks for sharing. :o)
ReplyDeletepeace.
Oh, my goodness! I am in love with that wreath!! Did you make it? It's gorgeous! And the topiaries are stunning! Love the entire project! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBoth the summer and fall decorations are just wonderful. I bet you really do spend a lot of time out there. I know I would! I'll be right over! ;)
ReplyDeleteLove your porch and the music on the blog!
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Barb, you did a super job with this. Just super! I like the way you've layerd your porch and how you do it seasonally. GREAT job!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Sheila :-)
Hi Barb...
ReplyDeleteI just love stopping by your place every now and then you have such beautiful taste and I get my inspiration from you.. love your porch so welcoming and lovely. thanks for sharing your beautiful creations. God Bless.
So many fantastic ideas! i am hosting a party (link will be up later this evening) in hopes for others to share outdoor fall decor ideas - i really hope to see you link up??? xoxo, tracie
ReplyDeleteBeautiful red door! Great mix of fabrics, too! Thanks for linking up to The "Autumn Décor" Talent Scouting Party at WhisperWood Cottage!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the red door! And your porch is to die for!! Decorated both ways that is!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Debbie