I am so excited today to be joining the 12 Days of Holiday Homes hosted by 11 Magnolia Lane and Evolution of Style and sponsored by Lynch Creek Farm. Welcome everyone! If you are new here, my name is Rebekah and I am an interior designer and have been blogging at ABN for a little over 9 years. I live in Dallas, Texas (but I am originally from California) and have a 9 year old daughter . . . . and a few fur balls running around. We are currently building a home and you can read more about that HERE.
I have been very nostalgic decorating these last few seasons and holidays since they will be the last ones in this home before we move. Even though this home is a rental, I have become sentimental over parts of it and 2 of the most important parts I am sharing with you today.
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Quick Glance
Here are a few things to not miss!
- Garland draped around your door frames the entry and makes your wreath stand out more.
- Brick clips or weatherproof outdoor mounting tape let you hang garland without nails, which is perfect for renters.
- A full, fresh wreath from a reputable farm source adds real fragrance and texture that faux versions cannot match.
- Small details like buffalo check ribbon, lanterns, and mini trees create layered visual interest without a big budget.
- You do not need a large porch to make a strong holiday statement. Scale and proportion matter more than square footage.
- Repeating one or two materials, like a signature ribbon, ties the whole look together and makes it feel intentional.
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This porch maybe small but it is mighty! I talked a lot about that in our fall home tour this year. With Pinterest it is so easy to get caught up in all these over the top big beautiful homes and that is just not what most people have. This home has a tiny front porch but I still think I get big impact with a few important details.
Dressing up the porch a draping it in garland sets the stage and frames the door. It is an inexpensive way to add a little natural holiday decor to your door. So because this house is a rental, it was a challenge to figure out how to mount the garland but I figured out a great solution that just might help some of you that don’t want to use nails.
So I discovered these brick clips that are seriously genius except our brick is rather flat and did not have a big enough lip for them to hang on. If you do have bricks and they have at least an 1/8″ lip to them, then this is the way to go. These are amazing!
But if you are like me and have a flat brick then here is your solution. First of all you need this outdoor tape that is weatherproof and bonds onto brick. This stuff is amazing friends! I mean this is what I will be using to hang everything outside going forward.
The second thing you need are these command hooks. Using a 1″x1″ square of the mounting tape, attach it to the back of the hook. Then peel the other side off the tape off and mount your hook. Voila! Hangers for your garland.
I also think garland around your door shows off your wreath better. I am in love with all the wreaths from Lynch Creek Farm and actually had a hard time selecting one. I ended up choosing this one so I could add my own custom touches to it.
I added a few red berries and buffalo check ribbon for a little extra touch. I had this ribbon wrapped D I made a few years ago and nestled it into the center. Lynch Creek Farm wreaths are so full and smell amazing when you pull them out of the box. These will definitely be staples for me each year now.
I kept my 2 door mats from my fall porch and got more buckets like the ones I used inside from my Christmas living room reveal. These mini trees also smell so amazing and used my holiday buckets for these.
I tied some more of my buffalo check ribbon to my lantern and added in some Christmas balls. It is so pretty lit up at night!
And that’s it! Simple with some classic Christmas touches.
Next up is my neutral Christmas breakfast room. This is another high traffic and very important room in our home. We don’t use our dining room all that much but our breakfast room is THE place we eat most of our meals. Eating dinner together is in my book one of the most important things we do as a family so this room needs a little extra attention.
Recently we got new dining chairs and I love how elegant these ones look and they are so comfortable. I added simple garland to this area and a collection of pillar candles for a updated wintery look.
I found these gorgeous chair wreaths (this one is similar) and think I may need a few more. They also come in red and simply just hook over the back of your chair. Now how easy is that?!
I snagged this little tree in a basket at Target the other day and love how simple it is. I just added it on top of the marble bowl to elevate it.
I am such a fan of these flameless candles. I mean talk about saving money. Now don’t get me wrong I still love burning my candles but these grouped together make big impact and last forever.
I used this gorgeous faux garland on the table and then wrapped it around my chandelier. I also added a string of these mini lights and it is so pretty at night all lit up!
Well, I hope you loved seeing a few areas of my home and you can see the rest of my Christmas home tour HERE. Be sure to catch all the other homes on this tour below!
Things to Know
- A classic Christmas porch typically features traditional colors such as red, green, white, and gold for a timeless seasonal appearance.
- Evergreen wreaths and garlands are common elements because their natural greenery creates a traditional foundation for outdoor Christmas decor.
- Red velvet, plaid, or tartan ribbons can add pattern and color while complementing greenery, wreaths, and other classic decorations.
- Lanterns, warm white lights, and candles can add soft illumination and make the porch feel welcoming during darker winter evenings.
- Seasonal plants such as poinsettias, small evergreens, and winter greenery can bring additional color and texture around the entrance.
- Symmetrical arrangements around the front door can create the balanced, polished appearance commonly associated with classic Christmas decorating.
- Traditional accents such as bells, pinecones, berries, sleds, and wrapped presents can reinforce the nostalgic holiday style.
- Outdoor Christmas decorations should be made from weather-resistant materials or placed in protected areas to withstand winter conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hang garland on a brick porch without drilling holes?
You have two solid options depending on whether your brick has a visible lip: brick clips for standard brick, or weatherproof outdoor mounting tape combined with command hooks for flat brick. Both methods can secure garland without drilling permanent holes into the brick.
What is the difference between fresh and faux garland for a front porch?
Fresh garland offers real fragrance and a density that most faux versions cannot match, but faux garland is reusable and unaffected by weather or warm spells. Fresh greenery requires more maintenance, while quality faux garland can be stored and reused for several seasons.
How do I decorate a small front porch for Christmas without making it look cluttered?
Limit ground-level items to two per side of the door, vary the heights of those pieces, and repeat one or two materials throughout the whole display rather than mixing many different elements. Keeping the walkway clear and repeating similar colors or materials can also create a more cohesive appearance.
What color palette works best for a traditional Christmas porch?
Deep green, red, and a neutral like cream or buffalo check tan is a reliable combination that reads as traditional without feeling predictable, and it photographs well in both daylight and at night. White, champagne, or metallic accents can also update the palette while maintaining its classic appearance.
How much does it cost to decorate a front porch for Christmas on a budget?
A complete porch setup with garland, a wreath, a lantern, ribbon, and a few small container plants can come together for well under $150 if you shop intentionally and reuse key pieces from year to year. Reusable lanterns, containers, ribbons, and faux greenery can also help lower decorating costs in future seasons.
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Holiday Tour Recap
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Beautiful! Love your breakfast room! Merry Christmas!
Such an inspirational post. I will definitely use some of these tips for the upcoming decorations.
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It is beautiful Rebekah!! I LOVE the breakfast nook so much! xo Amanda
Thank you Amanda!
I love your laid-back Christmas style Rebekah! All the greenery is just perfect! As always, honored to share this home tour with you! Cheers!
It’s lovely, Rebekah, especially your breakfast room. I’d love to be invited to share dinner in that cozy spot! Thanks for joining us on this year’s tour, and Merry Christmas to you and yours! XO, Christy
Gorgeous. I love your porch and it is decorated so beautifully. Your breakfast nook wins my heart every time I see it. So pretty and so well done. I love that little tree centerpiece.
Oh you are so sweet! Thank you!
LOVE your breakfast nook!!! Your place is looking gorgeous Rebekah!!! Happy holidays sweet friend!!
Happy holidays my friend!