Phew, that’s a long drawn out title for a post.
But I think it about sums up my fall front porch display nicely. A little touch of vintage with a tad of farmhouse and a whiff of eclectic style to make for a fun, festive fall porch. (If I may say so myself!)
Now I have a zillion photos for you here, so not a lot of chatter today.
Ha! Had you going there! Chatter is my middle name.
Please feel free to go grab yourself a cup or glass of whatever you normally drink at this time of the day (no judging here) and settle in for a long one 🙂
To start with, I sort of have an owl thing going on here this year. If two owls are a “thing”.
You’ve seen Hootie, my front door wreath that I made that is neither on my front door nor a wreath.
And I have this huge owl bank that I found at a little antique mall one day.
I saw it on a shelf and was a little scared to look at the price. I mean, it’s one of those things that could be either $69 or $6.95.
I was very relieved to see it was the latter, because otherwise he would still be living at the antique mall. And no one wants to live at the antique mall.
Don’t you picture all the old dolls and clowns coming to life in the middle of the night and zip-lining from one end of the antique mall to the other? Just wreaking havoc and then getting it all cleaned up by the time the store opens again in the morning.
Am I the only one?
This black and orange thermos was my favorite find from the Country Living Fair.
There has been some discussion in my house (from those that don’t know a darn thing about fine antiques) whether the top is red or orange.
But considering I have seen another thermos just like this and it too had a lid that was slightly left of orange (ROYGBIV), I do think it is original to the thermos.
I left my no-sew shirt pillows and my 99 cent thrift store afghan on the Adirondack chairs. Never know when it’s going to get chilly out here.
I could tell you a story about these peach baskets and a snake skin, but I don’t think I can repeat it again without getting the heebie jeebies.
So if you’re interested in snake skins (and you’re nuts if you are), you can read about it on Instagram HERE. I shall never speak of it again (and am about ready to crawl out of my own skin as I type this).
Look, pretty flowers!
How’s that for a palate cleanser for you?
Which brings us to the wheelbarrow.
I made my sister drag it out of the shed when she was here due to the aforementioned “peach basket” incident.
Sounds much better when I call it a “peach basket” incident rather than using the “S” word, now doesn’t it?
The wheelbarrow makes a nice backdrop for Sally, my scarecrow.
She’s named after Sally Fields. As in she should be out in the corn fields.
Sally looks like she has a stick up her butt. Because, well, she has a stick up her butt.
It’s the only way I can keep her pants from falling down.
Do you know what did not make it in these photos?
Besides Sally’s shoes?
The hay rake that I specifically bought to put on my porch!!!
As I’m walking back inside after taking all the photos. Sweating my head off because it was 90 degrees that day. I noticed the stupid rake mocking me from the beside the fireplace.
I was going to hand draw the rake onto Sally’s picture, so it would look like she’s holding it, but I’m not that good at Photoshop. Or drawing.
OK, we’re officially done with the porch tour du jour. That wasn’t that bad, was it? You barely had time to finish your glass of wine.
Links to projects in this post:
DIY No-Sew Shirt Pillow Tutorial
A DIY Scarecrow Tutorial (Sort Of, Maybe)
Non-Traditional Fall Wreath (Hootie, the owl)
Linking with the Falling For Fall Porch Party over at From My Front Porch To Yours and Wow Us Wednesday
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting
Very pretty Pam…I love those large peach baskets!!
Kirby Carespodi
No one wants to live in the antique mall? Are you sure? ‘Cause there’s an old guy at ours who is there all. the. time. and I’m pretty sure he does. Love the porch! I have to do my stoop today.
Carlene @ Organized Clutter
I love it all! The shirt pillows are so fun!
Christine Graves
Wonderful touches!
TARYTERRE
I would love to live in an antique mall. lots more interesting than my house. Everything looks so nice. Just LOVE that owl bank. It’s delightful.
ThrifterSisters
Love how you mix it up year after year. I really need to get my butt in gear and get my porch decorated for fall! I just have to figure out a way to keep my cute decorations out of the mouths of two very obnoxious German Shepherds. Sally wouldn’t stand a chance here…
~Erica
Junkchiccottage
Love it all Pam. Your porch looks gorgeous.
Kris
ScrappyMama
Love how you’ve got your porch decorated this year & I enjoyed clicking on those pics (they really
WERE clickable!) to check out the previous ones. BTW, I’ve commented several times on how much I LOVE that tall peach basket & wanted to know where you got it, etc, but now that you’ve mentioned it in the same sentence with the “S” word, I think I can continue to live without owning one!!! I HATE those damn “S’s”…the only good “S” is a DEAD “S”!!!!!!!
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces
I love this, Pam…especially your antique mall owl…too cute! The mum and pumpkin colors are so pretty together!
Christine Vandormolen
I soooo owl this porch..lol
Super cute
Deanies Stash
Pam, I do think that things are zip lining around the antique mall at night! LOL! I love your porch!
Musings from Kim K.
I always enjoy your humor and seasonal porch decorations. Well done, Pam. I’m reading this with a glass of wine. Cheers to you and Sally scarecrow.
20 North Ora
Pam – your back porch looks great! You are definitely ready for the Fall season.
Judy
Vickie @ Ranger 911
Your front porch looks so festive and inviting, Pam!
AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNa
Love your owls and baskets and Sally! I haven’t put my scarecrow out in the garden yet…he needs to be spruced up a bit!!
Minnie's Milestones
Don’t you love fall? The pillows are calling me, but love it all.
Kimm Boes
Love your porch, and Sally and the owl too! Don’t want to know anything about the “peach basket incident.” 🙂
Lory at Designthusiasm
Lovely! Makes you just want to sit down and enjoy a hot cocoa and the changing leaves!!
Virginia
Wonderful fall decorations, I love the owls, the plaid pillow, and those beautiful mums!
Erin Colburn
Cute, cozy, and I just love it!!
vidyasnair@whatsurhomestory.com
Love everything about your Fall porch especially Hootie. She is too cute. Totally adding her to my To Do list.
Jeanie Hevener
Your porch is most definitely a fun, festive, fall porch!
www.mysoulfulhome.com
Really darling Pam! Sharing!!
Vanessa
That is pretty cool you have the last 3 years to compare. I love your fall decor.
Heather - New House New Home
Eclectic, yes. But so cute!! Love the owls and the scarecrow. And what a great idea to share the progression over the last few years.
Pamela
Pam I just love your fall porch! It looks so warm and inviting. Your self made scarecrow, inviting chairs and vintage touches put it over the top. Thank you for partying at the porch party!
Emma Boothe
Love your fall ideas but, love your words even more. I felt that like I was visiting with my sister. So entertaining.
Sabbrina Hardwick
I love it all but my most fav is the galvanized pumpkin thing What is that called!