Transforming your front door this Thanksgiving is an easy way to spruce up your home for all your holiday guests. I have a few ideas to help you get started!
The door is the first stop, so make it count. Your front door is the first impression guests have of you and how you entertain. Make it warm and welcoming. A nicely decorated front door adds anticipation and excitement for your guests.
Print inspiration. When it comes to decorating my front door, magazines like Country Living, Garden & Gun and Southern Living inspire me.
Think practical. I try to think about season décor that will "wear well" in exposed elements. This time of year hay, corn stalks and pumpkins are all good items to display. Also consider cut branches with turning leaves and seasonal flowers.
Play around with design. The old adage of odd numbers usually drives part of my design. Even numbers feel too matchy-matchy but mostly, I keep adding and taking away items until I strike the right balance. The best advice I can give is there is no such thing as "perfect." Get outside and start creating. It doesn't have to look like the images in the magazine...make it your own!
Elevate your décor. Think about adding visual interest by elevating items. I use pots that I've turned upside down as well as bricks to elevate pumpkins and florals.
Don’t forget to water! Be sure to re-pot your floral items and add a bit of plant food to extend their life. Also, either water them regularly or add them to your drip watering system so they don't dry out.
Ready to shop? Farmer's markets, local nurseries, Lowes, Wal-Mart, Hobby Lobby and Garden Ridge all carry great seasonal décor perfect for decorating around your front door.
So how do you decorate your front door? I'd love to see what you've done!
1 comments:
Need to find haystacks in Brooklyn! Love the look of those!
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