Friday, October 28, 2011

FALL FRONT DOOR




The front door at StoneGable got a little face lift. 

It used to look like this...



Now it looks like this...




A new coat of paint, new door handle, new lock and new Autumn decor gives StoneGable a fresher look!

The door color is "almost black". The photography makes it look bluer that it really is.  I would have loved to add a silver, chrome or brushed nickle door handle and lock, but I could not part with my brass welcome medallion from Charleston. 

I have a love of wreaths and an even greater obsession with making them.  I wanted a light colored wreath for the door~ and whipped this one up. It was so easy. Next week look for the tutorial.






I wonder how this wreath will look snow covered? We are expecting up to 6 inches of snow tomorrow!

I am joining Seasonal Sunday at The Tablescapers


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51 comments:

  1. poppilinnstudiosOctober 28, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Your door looks great! And, that wreath is beautiful!
    Happy Autumn!
    -Lynn

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  2. UnknownOctober 28, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    The door is very nice, but I really like your garlands ....
    6 cm of snow?
    What a sight:)
    kisses
    Sabry!

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 28, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I heard about the snow, Yvonne! I can't believe that! If it happens I think that will be the earliest yet I've heard of in the east. Love the door black. Last year, to get ready to put our house on the market, I painted our white front door black. What a big {and better} difference it made!

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  4. LisaOctober 28, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Love it - just beautiful! I am shocked at the prediction of snow. We have hardly had any perfect fall weather!
    Lisa

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  5. Small Town GirlOctober 28, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Great change to the front door! Wish we had the snow coming too, maybe later this year! Enjoy!

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  6. Shannon@Cozy Home ScenesOctober 28, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    The new door color looks great. It will be the perfect background for many future wreaths. The latest one is very nice and I hope it doesn't get covered with snow. It's too early, we're not ready!-------Shannon

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  7. Barbara F.October 28, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Elegant entry! Hmmm, I may have to add this to my Pinterest board by that same name! I hope they are wrong about the snow.....in October? Just not right!!! :( xo

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  8. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasOctober 28, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Shut Up! Snow already???? Goodness! We are just now starting to get cooler temps! Love the door color and I ADORE that wreath! I will be looking for the tutorial! I think it will be beautiful covered in snow...

    Have a great weekend!

    Lou Cinda

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  9. Rustic PumpkinOctober 28, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    such a beautiful door . . and I do wonder what it will look like if you get your forecast snowfall . . oh, how I do love snow! Almost, but not quite as much, as autumn!

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  10. Honey at 2805October 28, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Your front door looks great and the wreath is adorable. Can't wait for the tutorial...looks like raffia.... Maybe I should run out and get some.

    Snow? This morning is was in the mid 50s and today is mid 60s and this is the coolest we have gotten so far.

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  11. Linda October 28, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Love the wreath and I'm a fan of black doors. We had a dusting of snow this morning. But as the day went on the temps rose to 40.

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  12. Emelia DiCarloOctober 28, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I agree Yvonne, being a native Charlestonian, don't change plaque!I heard rumor 2 plus? inches. Not ready.Need warmer clothes!~

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  13. Pinky at Designs by PinkyOctober 28, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    LOVE the new BLACK! We haven't gotten ours painted yet:( The wreath is GREAT, can't wait to see how you did it. Have a great weekend. We are going to a WEDDING tomorrow:) FUN! XO, Pinky. PS, stay warm. I am hoping the hotel will be warm for the wedding!!!!

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  14. Southern LadyOctober 28, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Absolutely love it! Can't wait for the tutorial! Carla

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  15. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenOctober 28, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Beautiful front door & wreath, Yvonne!! I LOVE your "welcome" medallion!!!!!!!

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  16. ℳartina @ Northern NestingOctober 28, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    I love the look of a black front door Yvonne, and yours looks so pretty! I love your fall wreath and that basket full of greenery you had on for the summer was GORGEOUS! Martina

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  17. StaceyOctober 28, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Your door and the wreath are perfect! I can't imagine the thought of 6" of snow already. Wow!

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  18. La Table De NanaOctober 28, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Both are..beautiful!

    I have a fan transom atop my door w/ starfish.. shells.. A Christmas village at Christmas..next yr? Pumpkins..great idea!

    You are always so full of wonderful ideas.

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  19. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Love it! You always make pretty!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  20. Blondie's JournalOctober 28, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Your door looks so welcoming...you did a fabulous job on the wreath! I can't wait to see how you made it!!

    XO,
    Jane

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  21. Linda @ A La CarteOctober 28, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Love the wreath! Your door looks so welcoming!

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  22. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Your wreath is a great color for your "new" door. I'm looking forward to seeing that tutorial. I can't believe you are having snow tomorrow...PLEASE don't send it up the coast to me!!!!

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  23. GailOctober 28, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    I can't wait for that tutorial Yvonne because that wreath is gorgeous! Love the new color on your door. Oh My...six inches of snow! We're expecting snow showers here.

    Enjoy your weekend,
    Gail

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  24. Miss CharOctober 28, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Love, love, love the new color and your wreath really pops against it and that transom above the door is fantastic.

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  25. SalmagundiOctober 28, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Looking forward to tutorial. Love the look of your new door decor. Sally

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  26. The enchanted homeOctober 28, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    As with everything you do...your front door is simply elegant and beautiful! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  27. SewconsultOctober 28, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    i love the new door and wreath. I am glad that you're posting a tutorial because I keep looking at it and wondering how you did it.
    Beckie

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  28. PeggyOctober 28, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    I love, love, love your blog. Your recipes make me want to run to the kitchen. I'll definitely be following along each day to see what you feature. Your tablescapes are the most lovely I've seen. Thanks for sharing all the wonderful things you do! Peggy ( don't have a blog; I just lurk).

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  29. SueOctober 28, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Snow! Oh no! The door looks great! I love the wreath. The love of making them is something we share. With my new tightly fitting storm door, I can no longer hang a wreath on my front door, even with my over the door hooks. I guess the energy savings is worth it, but I miss it!

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  30. French Basketeer.comOctober 28, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Yvonne, I really love the new door, and especially the medallion, which is such a great finish; Love the wreath to set each other off! Good luck with the snow (already!) and wishing you a lovely weekend~

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  31. Pamela GordonOctober 28, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    I love the new door color and the beautiful wreath. I look forward to seeing the how to next week. I hear we may get some snow here on Sunday but it won't last long. Enjoy the weekend.

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  32. Low Tide High StyleOctober 28, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    I love the new door color and your beautiful wreath, which I hope doesn't get too snow covered! And your welcome plaque is yet another thing we have in common. I had that same plaque in my last house, it hung above our office door. I actually left it for the new owners, along with my pineapple door knocker since brass and saltwater do not mix!

    Kat :)

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  33. Sonya@Beyond the Screen DoorOctober 29, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    I adore this wreath! I have this thing against skimpy wreaths for my door and I LOVE this one! Can't wait for the tutorial!

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  34. HavenOctober 29, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    Your door and its decor looks FANtastic!!! I love Fall!
    Blessings,
    Haven

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  35. NanciOctober 29, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    I think the brass against black is pretty! Besides one day it will be vogue again and you and I will be at the cutting edge! LOL I love the tiny pumpkins in the transom above the door.
    By the way, when will we see the big kitchen reveal? I'm dying to see it all!

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  36. RettabugOctober 29, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Now even our entrances look alike...I put the little pumpkins up top, like you showed me last year & now you've got my black door color!! BEAUTIFUL! We've got great taste! LOL

    The wreath is scrumptiously full & fluffy & I am very interested in how you made it.

    I just read in the paper that shiny brass & gold in coming back into vogue, so leave that door alone. I have a brass kickplate on mine as well as hardware.

    I'm not sure how Ohio is missing out on that snow for a change but I'll gladly let you guys deal with it this time. Good luck...put some soup on, light a fire & snuggle down under a quilt.

    Hugs,
    Rett

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  37. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 29, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Love your new door color and that wreath is amazing. That welcome plaque is surely a keeper.
    I will be glad to join your party.

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  38. UnknownOctober 29, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Yvonne -- I SO am wanting to paint my front door black :)

    Your pineapple medallion is wonderful and so welcoming -- I would not have been able to part with it either. Great choices in colors :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  39. UnknownOctober 29, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    The mini-makeover looks great. I like the contrast of the door and the wreath. It looks inviting! Looking forward to your wreath tutorial too.

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  40. LizabethOctober 29, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    That's a great color your chose for the door! The wreath is awesome! I'm curious to see how you made it and will look forward to your tutorial! That Charleston brass piece is so classic! I wouldn't want to part with that either! I've heard brass is coming back, so hang in there! I never gave up on it!

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  41. JuneOctober 29, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Beautiful makeover Yvonne. Love the color!

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  42. AnonymousOctober 29, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Beautiful door, beautiful wreath!

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  43. A New England LifeOctober 29, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    First of all Rosie, I don't know why I'm not following your blog. Everything is gorgeous!

    I love that front door and you're right, it does look black. And I love a black front door! The makeover is sharp, crisp, and elegant. The wreath is awesome too!

    Sharon

    *Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment : )

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  44. Alison @ The PolohouseOctober 29, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Hi Yvonne!
    Love your new door and that plaque is so rich and striking!
    I'm with you.... it is a keeper.

    Your wreath is so pretty|!
    I hope you don't get the snow.
    How bizarre is that? I am in shock seeing all the blogging pics this evening.

    Crazy!

    Stay warm.
    :)
    xx
    Alison

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  45. Kellie CollisOctober 30, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Gorgeous door! Love that it's in black. Enjoy the rest of the weekend, Kellie xx

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  46. RettabugOctober 30, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Okay, I'm hoping & praying that you are just late with your Sunday bible quote & photos & its NOT because you are without power!!

    The TV news is saying over 2 million people are without power from that snow storm. I'm praying that you guys aren't some of them!

    Warm hugs,
    Rett

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  47. TesOctober 30, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I love the LIVE PLANTS! brilliant! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  48. grammy and papiOctober 30, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Love the front door change. Looking for the tutorial on the wreath, soon.

    Have a God Filled Day
    Shirley

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  49. CarolOctober 31, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    l love the colour of the front door, and your very creative wreath. l'll certainly be paying close attention to the tutorial !

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  50. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    So pretty. I can't wait to see the tutorial... I am going mostly cream for Thanksgiving.

    Love your post about your faith too. I love that you are always honest.

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  51. FHancockNovember 4, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Not able to find the tutorial for the door wreath or am I too early.

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