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April 30, 2012

Front Porch Reveal

Thanks For Sharing!

I mentioned last week that I got a sudden urge to give our TINY front porch a little facelift. I wouldn’t exactly say it was a ‘sudden urge’ because it’s been something on my list forever, but I’ve been so focused on the interior of the house that the curb appeal has been a little lacking.  I should also mentioned that just about anything would make our front porch look better given we haven’t done a single thing to it since we’ve lived there (and we got married almost 4 years ago).

This is my first time decorating a porch, so be gentle with your comments. While it looks 100% better than it did before, I am already making tweaks in my mind! But than again, what space is actually ever complete anyway?

Here is how the porch looks today:

And here is how the porch looked before:

I know, frightening.

So in just a few weekends here is what I did:

  – Took off the screen door (we actually did this a few months ago)

– Painted the door with a rich charcoal gray

– Gave the trim and white columns a new coat of paint

– Spray painted the rusted gold door knob with a silver metal finish

– Made a new wreath

– Transformed dollar store flower pots

– Made a ‘Welcome’ sign from left over materials

– Painted an old chair white

– Purchased a few accessories

– Planted flowers in the pots

And it was worth it!

I stacked some old crates and arranged flower pots in a variety of sizes around them. I love the rustic feel they bring and thought they were perfect for a spring porch!

I purchases all of the flower pots at the dollar store and gave them a quick coat of white spray paint which gave them a cohesive look. The plain white felt a little sterile so I added a little sisal to spice them up.

This was my first time planting pots, ever. I don’t have much of a green thumb but I’m discovering how much I love fresh flowers. The pops of color bring so much life to a space. I only wish they lived year round!

We’ve had this old chair sitting in our garage forever, so I gave it a quick coat of paint which gave it a whole new look. I was originally planning on making a seat cover to go with it, but ended up using it as a floral accessory instead! May be next season ;)

Rustic Wreath

For more details on my wreath click here.

I made this welcome sign using left over plywood from my board and batten and left over paint from the new door color.

Thanks for taking the time to look at the little facelift I gave my front porch. I’ll be back sharing more details about all of the DIY projects later this week!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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Comments

  1. Debra Kapellakis says

    April 30, 2012 at 8:05 am

    You did good, it’s lovely.

    Reply
  2. Shannon Fox says

    April 30, 2012 at 8:51 am

    Your porch looks lovely! Very fresh, bright and welcoming!! I bet all the neighbors want to see how cute it is inside now!! Enjoy =)

    Reply
  3. Laurie @ Gallamore West says

    April 30, 2012 at 9:31 am

    I love it!! It looks so fresh and springy! Fabulous job, Taryn!
    xo,
    Laurie :)

    Reply
  4. Maureen says

    April 30, 2012 at 10:03 am

    What a wonderful transformation! I think it looks so colorful and cheerful and makes me want to come up and ring your bell! I can’t believe what you managed to do in such a short time. You should be really proud of yourself.

    Reply
  5. Ashley C. says

    April 30, 2012 at 10:13 am

    I love the door color Taryn – looks great!

    Reply
  6. Rita says

    April 30, 2012 at 11:17 am

    Wow! A massive improvement. You did a wonderful job, and it looks so inviting.

    Reply
  7. Emerson Grey Designs says

    April 30, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    I think it looks adorable! I am so jealous you have a porch =) I would die for a little outside decorating space. Great job on planting your pots, they look beautiful.

    Reply
  8. Christine @ Park House Love says

    April 30, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    It looks great! I love the gray door and the rustic crates and wreath…it definitely looks very welcoming!

    Reply
  9. SwedishCornerDownUnder...Pernilla says

    April 30, 2012 at 10:19 pm

    Lovely job!
    Greetings from Australia
    ~Pernilla

    Reply
  10. Amanda says

    May 1, 2012 at 12:39 am

    The porch looks wonderful, you made such a huge difference! The flowers are lovely.

    Reply
  11. Seaweed & Raine says

    May 1, 2012 at 3:17 am

    Taryn, the crates, chair and rope around the pots just MAKE this make over! Love ’em. :) The whole make over has completely changed your front porch, and that wreath looks amazing on the door! :)

    Reply
  12. Megan says

    May 1, 2012 at 5:15 am

    What a beautiful porch you have! I really like the rope around the pots. Megan

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  13. comeca says

    May 1, 2012 at 5:25 am

    Its the cutest and I love the color!

    Reply
  14. Emily says

    May 1, 2012 at 5:37 am

    Taryn, you did a great job! Your porch looks so cute and inviting now :)

    Reply
  15. Debbie {visual eye candy} says

    May 1, 2012 at 6:41 am

    It turned out so pretty! I love spring, it’s when you finally feel like decorating outside!

    Reply
  16. Erin @ Simply Frugal Mom says

    May 1, 2012 at 8:02 am

    Adorable! I love everything about this. I need to find some crates like that. So many uses!

    Reply
  17. Jennifer says

    May 1, 2012 at 8:50 am

    Beautiful. My front porch leaves MUCH to be desired. Right now it looks like my junk drawer…

    Reply
  18. Heather says

    May 1, 2012 at 9:29 am

    what a difference! gorgeous porch

    Reply
  19. DIY Hermene says

    May 1, 2012 at 12:25 pm

    +++Welcome.
    As you feel your immediate attention to detail.
    Greetings from Germany

    Reply
  20. Leanne says

    May 1, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    It’s cute! I wish I had a porch to decorate!! I especially love your crates and flower pots on top!

    Leanne

    Reply
  21. Laurie says

    May 1, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    Your porch is adorable. We plan to add a small porch to the front of our house this spring. I can’t wait to decorate it. I’m so jealous that you have plants out already. It’s still too cold in my neck of the woods. I'[m visiting from Beneath My Heart Best DIY Projects linky party and am now following you.

    Reply
  22. Brittany says

    May 1, 2012 at 7:28 pm

    You really brightened things up! I love the use of the crates! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  23. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    May 1, 2012 at 8:27 pm

    Beautiful–great job. I love the little chair :)

    Reply
  24. katie from sew woodsy says

    May 2, 2012 at 4:15 am

    LOVE your updated front porch and those crates are too darn cool. I also love the way you wrapped rope around the pot!

    Reply
  25. Kate says

    May 2, 2012 at 4:37 am

    That looks fabulous! I would love for you to share this (and any other creations) at Pin It and Win It Wednesday you can win free ad space on my blog!!

    Reply
  26. Lorrie says

    May 2, 2012 at 10:02 am

    Your porch looks great! I love the pots with the rope, the chair, the crates, well all of it! I’m now a follower

    Reply
  27. Nelly says

    May 2, 2012 at 11:53 am

    I adore your pot transformation with the rope! Your porch looks so tidy {unlike mine} LOL
    Visiting from sugar and dots link party!

    Reply
  28. Jen says

    May 2, 2012 at 7:02 pm

    Love the grey door…and those flower pots are soooo pretty!

    Reply
  29. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    May 2, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    Taryn, you really cheered that sad little porch up so much with your flowers. I adore the stacked crates. And such great ideas on sprucing up those dollar store planters with spray paint and rope …

    It’s so very welcoming now!

    :)

    Linda

    Reply
    • Linda @ it all started with paint says

      May 30, 2012 at 12:16 pm

      I’m still loving it and will be pinning that awesome pic with the crates and flowers to my link party Pinterest board!

      … so happy you shared at our Great Outdoors link party!

      :)

      Linda

      Reply
  30. Claire says

    May 2, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    Your front porch looks so happy and inviting. You did a great job with your overhaul!

    Reply
  31. Paula says

    May 2, 2012 at 8:50 pm

    Darling makeover!

    Reply
  32. Alida says

    May 3, 2012 at 6:04 am

    Love the crates!

    Would love it if you would link up with my Thingamajig Thursday party going on now…

    Alida

    Reply
  33. Steph @ Silver Boxes says

    May 3, 2012 at 6:59 am

    Gorgeous! I love how you arranged those pots on the wooden boxes – adorable.

    ~Steph @ Silver Boxes

    Reply
  34. Shantalle says

    May 3, 2012 at 9:47 am

    Ahhh, this porch just gives you a friendly smile and hug when you get home I bet! So cute!

    Reply
  35. Darby Hawley says

    May 3, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    This is so springy! Love it! Stopping by from Crafty Scrappy Happy :-)

    Reply
  36. Erika says

    May 3, 2012 at 3:33 pm

    I love the porch update, and my favorite piece are the renovated veggie’s boxes,. they are awesome and give character to the porch. very beautiful flowers to contrast as well. I like it very much. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  37. Jenny says

    May 3, 2012 at 5:12 pm

    It’s lovely! The door color with the wreath rocks!

    Reply
  38. [email protected] says

    May 3, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    This is TOO cute. Thanks for linking up at friday fun party. Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  39. [email protected] says

    May 3, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    This is TOO cute. Pinning this porch reveal.. Thanks for linking up at friday fun party. Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  40. Alison says

    May 3, 2012 at 7:40 pm

    Okay, I am reading every word of this because I need to give my front porch a makeover, too!! It’s so bare. I love the crates with the flowers. Where did you find those crates? So cute!! I always love to see what you’re up to Taryn! Thanks for sharing at oopsey daisy!

    Reply
  41. julie says

    May 4, 2012 at 6:51 am

    Very lovely! Love you rope idea with the big pots and your flower arranging is gorgeous! Thanks! Julie(the letter 4’s mom)

    Reply
    • julie says

      May 4, 2012 at 6:52 am

      your rope idea, LOL

      Reply
  42. Western Warmth says

    May 4, 2012 at 1:01 pm

    Oh my gosh, I love it! We are remodeling a foreclosure (now our home) and with all the projects we haven’t even thought about the poor, blank front porch. Yours is inspiring! Gorgeous gray door. I wouldn’t have thought of that and it is So gorgeous!

    Reply
  43. Brandy says

    May 5, 2012 at 8:52 am

    This is adorable. I love the pots.

    Reply
  44. Anna says

    May 6, 2012 at 5:16 pm

    Everything about this is gorgeous! My favorite is how you used the rope to customize the pots, such a great idea. I would love it if you’d share this with my readers over at the Weekend Warrior link party. Here’s the link:
    Anna
    http://www.askannamoseley.com

    Reply
  45. Jena @ Involving Color and Home says

    May 7, 2012 at 12:20 pm

    Taryn, I love the changes you have made to your front porch, and especially love the dark charcoal door color!! Beautiful job! :)

    Reply
  46. [email protected] says

    May 7, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    I love the roping around the planters. I need to get some of that! Your porch looks very welcoming and homey :)

    Reply
  47. Kristy says

    May 7, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    This turned out cute! I did mine last week!
    Happy to be a new follower!

    Reply
  48. Katie says

    May 8, 2012 at 9:03 am

    I absolutely love the rope detail on your pot. The porch looks fabulous. Enjoy!!

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  49. Hilary says

    May 8, 2012 at 3:03 pm

    Nice work! The porch looks great. I love the stacked crates and the rope on the pots. The whole thing is so bright and fun.

    Reply
  50. Jennifer says

    May 8, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    Beaufitul!! And inspiring I must say! Thanks for sharing at Show & Share! Featuring you in tomorrow’s party!

    Reply
  51. Ashleigh @ Live Gorgeously says

    May 8, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    You always do such cute stuff! Those are just beautiful!

    Reply
  52. Abbie (Five days...5 ways) says

    May 11, 2012 at 4:12 am

    Oh goodness, Taryn! As if gentleness is needed. Your front porch is just LOVELY! Seriously, love the flower arrangements in your pots. So stinking cheerful!

    Great job!

    Reply
    • Abbie (Five days...5 ways) says

      May 11, 2012 at 4:16 am

      Oh yeah. Featuring you! : )

      Reply
  53. Aimee - ItsOverflowing says

    May 18, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    I always love your posts! Featuring you tomorrow! XO, Aimee

    Reply
  54. Heidi Ferguson says

    May 22, 2012 at 10:32 am

    Super cute! I love how you added the rope to the top of the flowerpots. I might have to use that idea!

    Reply
  55. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    June 2, 2012 at 8:12 am

    I LOVE it! Way to make the most of a small, simple space. The stacked crates are my fave, and rope detail on the pots, love it!! Thank you so much for sharing at our party!
    Karah

    Reply
  56. [email protected] says

    June 8, 2012 at 5:13 pm

    Love the gray door and the crates! a little paint goes a looong way. :)

    We are running a Before and After Link party to support Habitat for Humanity, with a chance to be featured on other big blogs and win gift cards. Would love if you entered!

    Reply
  57. [email protected] says

    June 9, 2012 at 9:15 am

    Thanks so much for linking up!!! feel free to share with your readers and grab a button to show your support!

    Reply
  58. Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl says

    June 29, 2012 at 8:07 pm

    Nice job giving your front entryway a facelift! It looks great. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  59. christine says

    July 14, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    cute porch. Some others ideas add some tall green plants on each side of the door and use some bigger pots on the steps. keep up the good ideas. blessing to you.

    Reply
  60. Lauren JOhnson says

    September 8, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    I love this color scheme! What is the color that you used for the door?

    Reply

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