Friday, October 18, 2013

FALL ON THE FRONT PORCH


Welcome to the...

FALL PORCH TOUR


This year' porch is a celebration of fall's glorious colors!

Pumpkins galore and so much more. Come and join me on the porch...






This fall's porch decor is colorful, asymmetrical and has a windswept look...

It looks like fall blew in and spilled down my front steps!








Each side of the porch has pumpkins... mums... and lanterns.








I borrowed the chair from one of the upstairs bathroom and a stack of pumpkins took a seat!













The large urns are full of fall's finery!




















Lanterns... lanterns...













And more lanterns!








I moved the white mums in galvanized buckets from my kitchen island to the porch. They seem to be thriving!















I love flowering cabbage! I tucked it here and there on the porch. It has such pretty ruffly leaves!













I found huge white pumpkins at an Amish farm!

I get most of my pumpkins and mum from our local Amish friends!















A big brambly wreath fills my front door.









Little orange pumpkins are perched on the transom above it!  I do this every year!








Happy Fall...

From my front porch to your!





Make sure you visit all the other fabulous fall porches...


The following is the Schedule of the Fall Porch Tours:

Monday, Oct 14th 

Tuesday, Oct 15th 


Wednesday, Oct 16th 


Thursday, Oct 17th 


Friday, Oct 18th 


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51 comments:

  1. Kays KidsOctober 18, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    Your porch is breath takingly beautiful. I adore every aspect of it. You certainly have an eye for decorating.
    Hugs

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  2. Laura @ duke manor farmOctober 18, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    Back at ya and your lovely fall porch!

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  3. DawnOctober 18, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    Every bit of it is perfect. Your porch is just wonderful and I can't believe the size of the white pumpkins.

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  4. priscillaOctober 18, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    Very pretty !

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  5. AnonymousOctober 18, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    I love fall colors and you have them in abundance on your porch! I love it!
    Thanks, Yvonne! Linda in Lititz

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  6. Courtenay@Creek Line HouseOctober 18, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Love all the fresh, real elements you used! And those mini pumpkins all lined up? Adorable! I have to find a place to copy that look. :)

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  7. Doreen @ Hymns and VersesOctober 18, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Perfection - as always! Those little pumpkins on the transom are a great little detail! This should grace the cover of a glossy magazine!

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  8. TammyOctober 18, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    Oh your porch is beautiful. I love all the lanterns and color and the real white - not fake pumpkin. And the fact that you live near the Amish is a win win. Ok and lastly - the little pumpkins above the door- how adorable are those?
    tammy

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  9. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageOctober 18, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Your porch looks so beautiful!! I love the mums in urns with the pumpkins tucked in! I have to pin this so I can remember next Fall!

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  10. Pat@BPMOctober 18, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Your front porch is gorgeous, Yvonne! Perfect for Fall.

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 18, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    Over the top lovely, my friend.

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  12. Anita DiazOctober 18, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    Gorgeous as always Yvonne!!

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  13. Pinky at Designs by PinkyOctober 18, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    Your porch is looking "fabulously fall"!!!!! I love, LOOOOOVE your lanterns! I am still looking for 2 black lanterns that we used to use on the porch in the Fall....I know they are in a BOX:):) Enjoy this glorious weather my dear friend. How I miss you!!!!!!!!!!!! XOXO

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  14. SheilaG @ Plum DoodlesOctober 18, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Your front porch is gorgeous. Fall is my favorite time of year, and I would be in heaven on your porch. :)

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  15. www.mysoulfulhome.comOctober 18, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    Yvonne your style is so elegant & enviable! I love absolutely everything about your front porch from the mini pumpkins on the transom to the big lanterns that came outside. Oh and the tartan blanket! Perfect!! Windswept look yes, but girl friend this porch was no accident! Well done Yvonne. I am proud to be on your blog roll!

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  16. SarahOctober 18, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Adding some fall touches to my porch this weekend, so this tour is providing great inspiration. Beautiful, Yvonne!

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  17. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 18, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Beautiful porch, Yvonne! It is so welcoming and warm! Love all of the lanterns and mums! Your urns are gorgeous!

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  18. Shannon FoxOctober 18, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Yvonne, Your porch looks like a Pottery Barn catalog page!!!! And I mean that in the best way possible. It's amazingly full of Fall gorgeousness. A treat for sure to get to see. Thanks for sharing with us. Happy Fall!!!!

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  19. Atta Girl AmyOctober 18, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    What can I say, Yvonne. Stunning, as always. Fall blew in beautifully at your home.

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  20. Shannah @ Just Us FourOctober 18, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Your porch is absolutely gorgeous! I love all the unique pumpkins you used. I am echoing Shannon...you seriously could be the cover of a Pottery Barn catalog! Stunning.

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  21. SandraOctober 18, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Just one word, gorgeous!
    I love fall colors.
    Love from Spain.

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  22. Becca BertottiOctober 18, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    So beautiful, Yvonne! You didn't leave one Fall element out ... love all the lanterns filled with Fall goodies ... your cinderella pumpkins stacked on the chair ... and adding flowering cabbage was such a great idea!!!

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  23. Beeutiful by DesignOctober 18, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Everything looks so wonderful. Love your urns filled with fall delights! Jennifer

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  24. UnknownOctober 18, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Your porch is perfect! I love the lanterns, pumpkins and your mums are beautiful!
    Leslie
    House on the Way

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  25. TardevilOctober 18, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    Just perfect!! Love that blanket!

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  26. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsOctober 18, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    Sheer Fall Front Porch beauty!!!....I can snuggle up on that porch in that chair with the fabulous throw drinking hot chocolate and smelling the fallen leaves and wood burning from the fireplaces...such a treat for your family and friends to walk up to your door!....

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  27. AndreaOctober 18, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    Love everything you did (as I always do-such talent!!)

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  28. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysOctober 18, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Looks like autumn. So pretty.

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  29. SharonOctober 18, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Your porch is absolutely beautiful...like everything you do!! Where in the world do you find the time or the energy to do all that you do?? Could you please do a post on time management or something...and I am as serious as I can be! Maybe you will inspire me...well you do inspire me...but maybe you will rub off on me! lol!
    Sharon

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  30. UnknownOctober 18, 2013 at 8:38 PM

    Sigh... when I grow up I wanna be you! Your porch is beautiful... effortless looking understated and just beautiful.
    Hugs, Gee

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  31. PatOctober 18, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Yvonne,
    Gorgeous, dear friend!!!
    I adore all the vibrant hues that Autumn has to offer. . .
    and you've captured them beautifully!!!
    Peek inside the urn is an exquisitely arranged Autumnal fanfare!!!
    Thank you for sharing the exterior of your lovely home!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  32. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsOctober 18, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    Yvonne, I adore the mini pumpkins in your transom window! Very unexpected! I bet everyone who comes to your home comments on them! And I must say that is one huge white pumpkin that you have there! I love your celebration of autumn's glorious colors and they are in full evidence on your porch!

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  33. MaryOctober 19, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Yvonne~ Your first photo is heart-stoppingly gorgeous with your seated pumpkins and wonderful plaid throw! I adore your planters, lanterns and wee pumpkins perched on your transom window!

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  34. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥October 19, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Your porch is like a BIG FALL SMILE!!! Filled with all things beautiful and perfectly placed!!! You are a whiz my friend...a fantastic...wonderful...imaginative decorating artist!!!! When I hear the words Picture Perfect Porch...you pop into my head!!!! Applause and appaws!!!! hugs...

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  35. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueOctober 19, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    A truly gorgeous porch Yvonne,

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  36. AnonymousOctober 19, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    I have FALLen in love w/ your blog, your front porch decor and especially the plaid blanket as it screams Autumn!
    Do you know where it was purchased?

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  37. Debra@CommonGroundOctober 19, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    I love every inch of it!!! perfect Fall porch!

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  38. Tammy KillooughOctober 19, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I just adore your porch! The cute little pumpkins on the transom windows...and your brambly wreath! It's all just perfect! ~Tammy

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  39. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeOctober 19, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    Yvonne, your porch is so pretty! Of course, your home with all that beautiful stone makes for the perfect backdrop to any porch decor. The perfect Fall touches...
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  40. Doreen@foxdenrdOctober 19, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    You must have such fun decorating your porch Yvonne! It's easy to see lots of love and attention have gone into every detail. I noticed the little pumpkins immediately, and it reminded me of how much little details are oh so important.

    Hasn't this season been glorious this year? Even more than usual I think. Here in the Northeast we've been so lucky, and I don't want it to end. Well, I guess if I want my 'Fall fix', I'll just have to come back here and feast my eyes on your glorious porch!

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  41. DebbieOctober 19, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    What a glorious display of Autumn delights!
    Very warm, and welcoming.
    Debbie

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  42. RettabugOctober 19, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Just beautiful, Yvonne! Very warm & welcoming. I bet cars slow down to take a long look as they drive by.

    I have my little pumpkins up on the window, too. Thanks for sharing that idea.

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  43. Sandra LeeOctober 19, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    I have a newfound love of lanterns and yours are making me want to run out and buy a bunch. The throw is a beautiful touch.

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  44. Confessions of a Plate AddictOctober 20, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Your porch is beautiful, Yvonne! My favorites...the little pumpkins in the transom and those gorgeous urns! It has been fun to be on the tour with such talented bloggers!...hugs...Debbie

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  45. UnknownOctober 20, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    Beautiful job!! I love the lanterns and the little pumpkins over the door, your porch is stunning!

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  46. UnknownOctober 20, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    Beautiful porch Yvonne! Love the tiny pumpkins on the transom!!!~~Angela

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  47. The Prudent HomemakerOctober 20, 2013 at 10:28 PM

    I just realized you linked to my blog on your blog list! Thanks!

    I like the pumpkins up top. I have a window above our door. There isn't a place to put anything on the outside, but there is a small sill on the inside. I could put something up there, and I never realized it! It might only be visible from the inside, but that would be fun, too. Thanks for the great idea!

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  48. CynthiaOctober 21, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Just gorgeous. I love everything as usual. The addition of that beautiful throw is so warm and inviting!!

    Cynthia

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  49. SuzyOctober 21, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    Yvonne - your fall porch is to die for! Simply beautiful. I'm totally jealous of the ginormous white pumpkins! I've never seen any that large.

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  50. Pamela GordonOctober 22, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    I love your fall porch decor, Yvonne. Especially the plaid throw and the black touches with the orange. Beautiful!

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  51. ℳartina @ Northern NestingOctober 23, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    Your porch looks stunning my friend!! Love that beautiful wreath and how you added those little pumpkins above your door...heck I love it all!

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