I am so happy to be a part of the Fall Ideas Tour again this year,
where I am presenting my Fall Wreaths and Fall Porch Decor.
Today, is actually the day for Fall Wreaths, but I thought I may as well show you
the porch in which they are adorning.
My Fall wreath is a bit of a departure from years past.
I concentrated mainly on the colors that I planned to use on the porch
and the harvest of my summer hydrangeas that I have dried.
I have a few large hydrangea bushes and for the past 2 years, they had not bloomed.
However, this year they came back with a vengeance which made me very happy.
I knew I wanted to have the color scheme of orange and blue
and knowing I certainly did not have any dried orange hydrangeas,
I went to my stash of silk florals and found some faux hydrangeas that fit the bill.
I am a traditional kind of gal. Traditional in my interiors and my activities.
Like going every year to the Farmer’s Market to get my pumpkins.
Pumpkin topiaries have been on the porch for a few years now.
They used to be in my vintage wagon
but now they are stacked beside the planters of mums and fountains.
I love the sound of running water …. so calming.
I created this fountain using an ordinary garden container and
pond/fountain parts from Smart Pond that you can buy at Lowe’s … fountain tutorial here.
Talk about tradition, this garden bunny has sat on my porch for almost 12 years.
It was a housewarming present from great friends.
Another tradition is this Welcome Friends Pumpkin with the pineapple design.
I found this when vacationing with friends many years ago
and I carried this pumpkin on the plane ride home.
At one end of the porch you will find a bench
that is usually adorned with seasonal pillows.
This year I draped the bench with a throw in which was my inspiration
for the colors I was going to use on the porch.
A combination of Fall plantings fill a plant container on the table.
A plant marker that says “JOY” is always placed in the container of
flowers or plants on this table. More tradition.
The wreaths from another angle.
If you notice, I usually decorate one side of each wreath.
Another tradition (I have many) is going to my favorite privately owned garden center
to get my mums. They are very healthy, very reasonably priced,
and I love the fact that the owner grows his own mums.
I know my family will love the colors of my Fall porch and wreaths this year
of the colors of orange and blue ….. Go Gators! 🙂
Glad you stopped by for a visit today.
I encourage you to visit the lovely ladies featuring their wreaths today.
I guarantee you will get lots of great Fall inspiration.
Also, check out the line-up from Monday and Tuesday
featuring beautiful Fall Mantels and Fall Tablescapes!
Have a most beautiful day!!
Wednesday – Wreaths
Monday – Mantels
Tuesday -Tablescapes
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Your wreaths and the colors are just gorgeous. Hmmmm, not sure red and black would work. Go Dawgs!
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Shirley, your Fall porch looks absolutely gorgeous! I love all of the traditional decor and pretty color! Your wreaths are beautiful and are the perfect touch to your Fall porch!!!
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Oh so beautiful Shirley! Love the oranges and blues.
Your wreaths are stunning and a lot of time put into making them I’m sure.
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Love your wreath Shirley! And the whole porch is just gorgeous. So glad you joined us on the tour. Have a great week. ~ Angie
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Everything is just lovely Shirley and I can see how all of your friends would be feeling so welcomed in!
I love your traditional decor! In this regard, we are kindred spirits. I’m totally loving your amazing front porch and the lovely fall touches throughout. I have some hydrangea blooms drying and am so thrilled to have your idea to use them in a fall wreath. Your wreaths look fab on your front doors. It’s a joy to share this tour with you! Happy Fall…. Susie from Chelsea Project
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I love the color combo! Your wreaths look beautiful, as does the whole porch.
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Your porch looks lovely! The wreath colors are absolutely magnificent!
Hi Shirley, your front porch is so welcoming, I love the blue and orange, such a fresh take on fall! Your dried hydrangea wreaths are perfect for fall in the South- I bought my first pumpkins yesterday, but the weather is still summer 🙂
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Your Fall porch is so beautiful Shirley! I love everything about it, especially the colors! Our last trailer/pod with our storage and small furniture items is finally being delivered this Saturday. Can’t wait to get our porch furniture and Fall decorations out!
Your wreathes are beautiful. The colors are gorgeous I might add. And so is your porch! I like your traditional approach. ?
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What a lovely color combination, Shirley! I have no words except I love your gorgeously and elegantly done porch. I wish I could drive by it every day! Beautiful!!!!
Shirley your porch is so pretty and I love the orange and blue color palette! It’s a lovely updated twist on traditional. Absolutely beautiful!
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Shirley, those wreaths are gorgeous! My mama was a master at making beautiful wreaths, and there’s no doubt you have that same talent! Beautiful front porch!
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I’m a big fan of hydrangeas and I love the colors of your wreath. That’s a good story about the Welcome Pumpkin and the plane. Your entire porch is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.
I love it all, Shirley! Your hydrangeas dried so vibrant and beautiful…just perfect adorning your front doors. You entire is porch is so welcoming and lovely…especially love the fountain! Always so beautiful! XO
Shirley, your porch’s always look beautiful. I like the colors very much. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the tours. Enjoy the rest of the week and hope that your hand is feeling much better.
Mary
Your porch is gorgeous and your doors are AMAZING! Love it all! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Shirley, as always, your porch is just beautiful! I love your color scheme this year. Everything is just lovely…so warm and inviting!
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That is too funny that you hauled that adorable pumpkin on a plane, I would have too. Your Fall Hydrangea Wreaths are beautiful – love the colors and how you used a throw for your inspiration. I’m green with envy that you can grow hydrangeas. I finally got little tiny blooms for the first time this summer (there is hope). Your Fall porch is very warm and inviting too. Pinning to share 🙂
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Shirley you really are all decked out for the Fall season. I love the way you love your home and spend
time on every single detail!! Happy Fall to you my friend!
Kathysue
Lovely and inviting fall porch decor and that pineapple pumpkin is awesome.
Your front porch looks so inviting, Shirley! I love how you’ve filled it with mums and other plants. The wreaths that you created are so pretty and I’ll bet that they really show up from the street since you have two of them on your double doors.
Well, this porch is SO beautiful and welcoming!!!! I wish I could walk to your front door and ring the bell!!!! The wreaths are gorgeous and here is a little tip. When I was making custom wreaths or arrangements and we didn’t have the right color flowers, I would simple spray paint them!!!! Start out just kinda spritzing them lightly and add more if you want. I even did 2 colors sometimes to make it really custom. I love your pumpkin with the pineapple. I am having a great time at the beach. Just got home from a little retail therapy:):) We are here til Sat.!
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The wreaths are pretty in the orange and blue. Your porch just says Welcome just like the pumpkin!! The rabbit is cute…I have a family of rabbits this year. They love eating my flowers. Happy Fall
Shirley, your Fall porch decor looks lovely! And, btw, your porch is so clean and tidy! I love a clean porch! LOL Love your wreaths as well. Thank you for sharing! Happy rest of the week to you! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Your porch looked really lovely! I like the dried hydrangeas and how they go with the blue-gray pumpkins!! – Angelina at Peonies & Orange Blossoms
Everything is so inviting Shirley. Adore the pumpkin topiary and all the vibrant colors in your wreaths.
Oh, Shirley! Your wreaths are just gorgeous and I love the non fall colors, even though they really are fall colors! 🙂 Your porch looks so beautiful too, your plants and little accessories – just perfect!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Shirley, such a beautiful fall porch…I love your color choice! The hydrangea wreaths are outstanding! I wish I lived close enough to share a morning cup of coffee on your gorgeous porch!
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Great wreaths, Shirley! Such pretty, soft fall colors. Love the little fountain on your porch, too.
It’s beautiful Shirley!! I love your Hydrangea Wreaths and those bright blue pots!! The fountain idea is so clever! xoxo
Your porch looks so beautiful, Shirley! I love the mix of blue and oranges. You have created such a welcoming, warm entry to your home for autumn.
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Shirley, I think we’re on the same wavelength with the oranges and blues! I’ve long admired your double front doors and they are especially beautiful with your hydrangea wreaths adorning them! Pinning and sharing!
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Shirley your wreaths and really your entire porch look just gorgeous!! Every detail is so lovely. I’m so thrilled we are part of this tour together!
Your wreaths and front porch are beautiful! Absolute perfection.
The wreaths and your porch are gorgeous. Absolute perfection.
Gorgeous wreath Shirley! I’m always envious of your wonderful and spacious porch areas decorated for seasons!
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Wow! That is a gorgeous entry and decor. Love the pumpkin and those wreaths…..they are GORGEOUS!!!
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What a gorgeous front porch… love the wreaths!
Your porch is gorgeous! I love those blue planters! And, your hydrangeas dried sooooo pretty! My hydrangeas were not good this year? I have one that didn’t bloom at all! I think I may need to move it this fall! Pinning!
Always beautiful front porch and the dried hydrangea wreaths are fabulous. Love the water feature too.
Beautiful porch decorations. Your ideas are always lovely…especially the colors of your wreaths. GO GATORS!
P.S. My husband played football as a fullback for the Gators.
Shirley – your fall porch and wreaths are beautiful! We too are using a lot of blue and orange in our Fall decor this year. Those blue garden containers are gorgeous! Happy Fall!
Thank you for sharing your beautifully porch. I really like your color combinations.
Beautiful welcome Shirley! Your porch always amazes me.
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