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Fall Porch Decorating

Decorating a small side porch for fall is fun, easy, and inexpensive!

It’s still feeling like summer here in coastal NC but that doesn’t stop me from getting my fall decorating groove on. I like to start our outdoor fall decorating with our side porch for a couple of reasons.

  1. Small side porches are quick and easy to decorate which is important when it’s 90 degrees out! You don’t want to be fussing with cute flannel throws and large rugs when there’s sweat rolling into your eyes!
  2. You never know when a hurricane is going to make you take down all your pretty decorations. You’ll be glad you only decorated a small space so you have less to put away and then put back up. (This lesson I learned the hard way!)

I am so happy to once again be joining the Fall Ideas Tour hosted by Angie at Postcards on the Ridge. This is always a great tour full of super creative bloggers so be sure to check out all the inspiration at the end of this post.

Inexpensive Fall Decorating

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I like to use fall decorations that I already have for the side porch and save my decorating dollars for real pumpkins and fresh mums for our front porch and walkway. The only things I purchased this year was a mum plant, purple fountain grass, and this cute Eucalyptus Wreath from Kirklands. I am not a big fan of oranges and reds so I like the subtle fall colors in this wreath.

fall door wreath

Everything else I already had on hand. You may recognize this pretty rug from our fall porch a couple of years ago (it’s so much prettier in person). You can see it here along with some tips on decorating small porches.

side entryway
white wooden pumpkin

This large white lantern was a side of the road find! It’s been on our front porch with Birch Flameless Candles in it for a couple of months. I love flameless candles, especially outdoors.

fall decor

I tucked a live mum into a Rustic Crate that we used for toy storage years ago and added some artificial pumpkins from my stash.

fall side porch

Using Live Plants in your fall decor

I prefer live plants to faux most of the time. The mum and this purple fountain grass will both be moved into one of our gardens in a of couple months. Besides mums and fountain grass, there are lots of great plants that are perfect for fall porch decorating including

  • celosia
  • ornamental peppers
  • black eyed susan
  • asters

Most come in a variety of colors to coordinate with your fall decor.

white wooden pumpkin

I will be sharing our fall front porch and our new pergola soon. Until then, be sure to check out my friends’ posts below for more amazing fall decorating inspiration!


Fall Mantel Decor Ideas



Hearth & Vine // Thistle Key Lane // Calypso in the Country // Virginia Sweet Pea // At Lane and High


Fall Tablescape Decor Ideas


What Meegan Makes // Saw, Nail, and Paint // DIY Beautify // Harbour Breeze Home // Southern Yankee DIY


Fall Porch and Deck Decor Ideas


Vinโ€™yet Etc  // Sand Dollar Lane // Worthing Court Blog // Redhead Can Decorate


Fall Tiered Tray Decor Ideas


Postcards from the Ridge // Cottage at the Crossroads // Our Crafty Mom // Domestically Speaking


Fall DIY Crafts


2 Bees in a Pod // Bliss Ranch // Marty’s Musings
  • fall porch eucalyptus wreath
    Eucalyptus Wreath
  • White Lantern (similar)
  • Birch Flameless Candles
  • Rustic Crate
  • Clear Command Hooks
  • Area Rug
side porch fall decorations

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  1. Meegan says

    September 3, 2020 at 1:02 pm

    Your Fall porch is so inviting. From the mums, pumpkins, wreath and rug, I love it all. Thank you for sharing. Pinned.

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  2. Wendy says

    September 3, 2020 at 11:04 am

    What a gorgeous roadside find! How lucky are you! I love your porch, it’s so pretty. What a nice space to relax with a pumpkin spiced drink!

    Reply
  3. CINDY LONG says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:40 pm

    I love all the warm colors on your front porch! That lantern was an amazing find and all your pumpkins are just perfect for Fall!

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  4. Calypso in the Country says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:26 am

    Such a gorgeous porch! I love the way your beautiful rug coordinates with all the colors. Great hopping with you! (BTW – it looks like my original comment never posted so I’m leaving another!)
    Enjoy your day!
    Shelley

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  5. Julie says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:05 am

    Hi, Leen! Your porch is so inviting and cozy. The rug draws me in and the mum is perfect!! It makes me want to work on mine more. I need to find some mums-I havenโ€™t been out looking yet. Itโ€™s great to get to know you through this tour! Happy fall!!

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  6. Laurie @ Vinyet Etc says

    September 2, 2020 at 9:55 am

    I love your side porch all decked out for Fall, Leen! So welcoming and perfectly autumn! xo

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  7. Marty Walden says

    September 1, 2020 at 8:26 pm

    Your front porch is beautiful! So creative! I just love all the pumpkins!

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  8. Julie Briones says

    September 1, 2020 at 4:35 pm

    Okay… I’m stealing several of your ideas from my porch… you just may see some of them on a tour soon! LOL! ๐Ÿ˜‰ Love that big white wood pumpkin! (But, that’s not all!) Pinned! (Wish I could have made the hop with you all! Dang!)

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  9. Susan says

    September 1, 2020 at 1:03 am

    Your fall porch is so welcoming! I love it all!

    Reply
  10. Rita Joy says

    August 31, 2020 at 11:14 pm

    I love your welcoming space – just perfectly ready for Fall. Thanks so much for sharing.

    Reply
  11. Vicki and Jenn 2 Bees in a Pod says

    August 31, 2020 at 8:29 pm

    Love your fall porch decor. Such a smart idea to use live plants. Your rug and wreath are lovely!

    Reply
  12. Maryann says

    August 31, 2020 at 4:39 pm

    I love your porch! Your wreath is gorgeous!

    Reply
  13. Michelle | Thistle Key Lane says

    August 31, 2020 at 3:16 pm

    I’m adding mums to my list to buy this weekend! Love your wreath, mums, grass and pumpkins on your porch. It all works perfectly together. Happy Fall Leen!

    Reply
  14. Anne Marie Gorman says

    August 31, 2020 at 1:57 pm

    I love the rug on your Small Porch for Fall blog. I know it’s probably not available after a few years, but would love to know the site, manufacturer or company who makes it. Please advise.
    Thanks.

    Reply
    • Leen says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      Hi Anne, it’s still available on Amazon. here’s the link
      https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PCHYSP7?tag=mus0a-21

      the pic on Amazon doesn’t show it well, it’s much nicer in person!

      Reply
      • Anne Marie Gorman says

        September 6, 2020 at 9:19 am

        Thanks for letting me know. Too large for where I want to use it and it states that it is an indoor rug. Thanks again for helping me decorate!

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  15. Calypso in the Country says

    August 31, 2020 at 1:20 pm

    That’s such a pretty rug! I love how it picks up the colors from those gorgeous pumpkins too. Your fall porch is beautiful. I’m sure your guests feel welcome!
    Shelley

    Reply
  16. Calypso in the Country says

    August 31, 2020 at 1:19 pm

    That’s such a pretty rug! I love how it picks up the colors from those gorgeous pumpkins too. Your fall porch is beautiful. I’m sure your guests feel welcome!
    Shelley

    Reply
  17. Patti says

    August 31, 2020 at 10:43 am

    Using nature in your fall decor seems to be the theme this year. I always love doing that and one of my favorites for fall is red fountain grass. It really grows well and shows off with all that rich dark color. Happy Fall!

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    • Leen says

      August 31, 2020 at 1:07 pm

      Yes! I love fountain grass almost as much as my pampas grass ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  18. Jane Windham says

    August 31, 2020 at 9:21 am

    I’ve gotten so many good ideas by visiting your post! I have some of those birch candles and I love how you’ve corralled them into one lantern. And I love how you’ve put the purple fountain grass in a pot. I haven’t fully decorated our porch for the same reasons as you. I nearly always have to clear it all off for an approaching storm.

    Reply
    • Leen says

      August 31, 2020 at 1:06 pm

      Thanks, Jane! Let’s both stay storm-free for the rest of the season!

      Reply
  19. Bliss says

    August 31, 2020 at 8:40 am

    From the rug to the wreath, it’s all beautiful and welcoming!

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    • Leen says

      August 31, 2020 at 1:05 pm

      Thank you so much! I do love that rug ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  20. [email protected] says

    August 31, 2020 at 6:34 am

    Your porch looks so inviting decorated for fall! I love your lantern (what a great roadside find) and the birch candles that you used inside of it (I need those!). The colors that you used for you wreath and pumpkins are perfect for your coastal home. Speaking of coastal home, fingers crossed that no pesky hurricanes come your way this fall.

    Reply
    • Leen says

      August 31, 2020 at 1:05 pm

      Thanks Paula! One hurricane is enough for this year!
      Glad to be touring with you again ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
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