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My Vintage Christmas Porch

December 5, 2016  Christmas | Christmas House Tours

Vintage Sled Christmas Porch - love all the unexpected touches! kellyelko.com

When I was a kid, there was a house in the neighborhood we nicknamed “The Too Much House.”

It was covered in lights, vintage blow molds covered the lawn, and people came from miles around to view this spectacle.

While it may have been too much, it did make everyone happy (although I’m sure when the owner got the electric bill, he wasn’t thrilled)!

Bonus – I’m part of a fun 12 Days of Holiday Homes tour hosted by 11 Magnolia Lane and Evolution of Style. You can see all the homes at the bottom of this post and joining me today are the amazing Style House Interiors (and her showstopper tree) and The Creativity Exchange (and her bling filled home)!

You’ve seen inside my house – if not, don’t miss my Christmas Home Tour. Now it’s time to step outside.

I don’t go crazy outside but do try to liven up my porch to welcome jolly old St. Nick.

Beautiful Christmas porch - love the lush garland and red lantern wreath and all the cute vintage touches like the pair of old sleds kellyelko.com

Lynch Creek Farm let me choose a wreath and garland and I love that my wreath comes complete with a festive red lantern that lights up!

The premium garland is super lush and I love the mix of different types of greens – perfect for framing the front door.

Best part – my girls have teamed up with Lynch Creek Farm to raise money for The Seeing Eye – an organization that trains seeing eye dogs for the blind. If you order a gorgeous wreath, garland or tabletop tree, 20% goes to this worthwhile cause – it’s a win/win (they make the perfect gift too – my girls sent one to their grand mom)!

Red lantern Christmas wreath on this beautiful front door kellyelko.com

Cute little red lantern on a Christmas wreath kellyelko.com

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Oh deer, don’t you love this deer doormat!

Deer doormat kellyelko.com

Vintage Christmas porch - love the old container planter and sled kellyelko.com

I’m lucky to be alive after hurtling down massive hills on this sled when I was a kid!

Vintage wood sled with wreath on this welcoming Christmas porch kellyelko.com

Vintage sled with wreath on this welcoming front porch kellyelko.com

Christmas Porch - fill a planter with fresh garland kellyelko.com

A galvanized pot of rosemary that I planted in the summer is still going strong.

Love this Christmas porch - the pair of vintage sleds and the old ice skates kellyelko.com

Tie an old pair of ice skates to a planter on this Christmas porch kellyelko.com Thick and lush garland surrounds the front door of this beautiful Christmas porch kellyelko.com

This bundle of greens came just like this so I picked up two and stuck them into urns – couldn’t be easier.

Christmas porch with fresh greens in an antique urn kellyelko.com

Tip: cut apart fresh garland and stick individual pieces into planters – I found these at HomeGoods – letting longer pieces hang over the edges and shorter, sturdier pieces stand upright in the middle.

One garland from Trader Joe’s (only $6.50)  filled two of my large planters!

Love this Christmas front porch with planters filled with fresh greens kellyelko.com

Sushi wants everyone to know she helped …

and by helped she means she chewed on the garland while I tried wrestling it from her.

How cute is this Boston Terrier wearing a Christmas sweater! kellyelko.com

Beautiful Christmas porch with vintage sleds and lush fresh greens kellyelko.com

Don’t just stand around freezing your buns off … come inside and take my Christmas Home Tour here.

Merry Christmas Home Tour kellyelko.com

P.S. Have you heard about the legend of St. Nicholas? Read all about it HERE and start a fun tradition with your family.

See more Christmas fun from these talented ladies with more to come all week long  …

12 Days of Christmas kellyelko.com

Friday, December 2 – Evolution of Style / Dixie Delights

Saturday December 3 – 11 Magnolia Lane / Domestic Charm

Sunday December 4 – 11 Magnolia Lane / The Tale of an Ugly House

Monday December 5 – Kelly Elko / Stylehouse Interiors / The Creativity Exchange

Tuesday December 6 – Cassie Bustamante / This is Our Bliss

Wednesday December 7 – Southern State of Mind / The Suburban B’s

Thursday December 8 – The Pink Clutch / This Is Happiness / Life & Home at 2102

Friday December 9 – Simple Details / Thrifty Decor Chick

Saturday December 10 – Less Than Perfect Life of Bliss / Rough Luxe Lifestyle / Driven by Decor

Sunday December 11 – Home by Heidi / Housepitality Designs

 Monday December 12 – Shine Your Light /Sunny Side Up / The Heathered Nest

Tuesday 12/13 – HOLIDAY HOME LINK UP

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  1. Amanda

    December 5, 2016 at 5:49 am

    Your porch is gorgeous Kelly! I’m completely in love with your front door! Every touch is just perfect 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2016 at 1:05 pm

      Thanks so much Amanda – can you tell I love Christmas!

      Reply
  2. Christy @ 11 Magnolia Lane

    December 5, 2016 at 8:42 am

    It’s beautiful, Kelly-thanks so much for sharing it with us!

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    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2016 at 1:04 pm

      Thank you Christy and thanks for including me in this fun tour of homes!

      Reply
  3. Cassie Bustamante

    December 5, 2016 at 9:27 am

    so lovely! i adore sushi’s sweater, too! and i have skates and sleds on my porch, too! twinning!!!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2016 at 1:03 pm

      Sushi shopped til she dropped until she found the perfect sweater! I always knew you were my twin – question is which one is the evil one?

      Reply
  4. Vel

    December 5, 2016 at 10:30 am

    I adore the 2 sleighs flanking your front door Kelly! As always, your home is just an inspiration in and out of Christmas! heading over to your home tour now!

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    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      Ho Ho Ho Vel – I hope Santa fills your stocking!

      Reply
  5. Kathy Smith

    December 5, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Thanks for sharing all you do…..porch is gorgeous!!!….so festive..

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    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      Thank you Kathy and merry Christmas!

      Reply
  6. Jen

    December 5, 2016 at 11:34 am

    Your porch is perfection Kelly! I love the garland, and the planters! Your house tour was amazing too!

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  7. Henrietta

    December 5, 2016 at 11:45 am

    Aww… Sushi is adorbs! Love your porch and thanks for the great ideas!

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    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2016 at 12:59 pm

      Sushi says thanks Henrietta – she was worried that her sweater made her look fat!

      Reply
  8. Robyn

    December 5, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    Love your porch ! The natural greenery adds a very nostalgic and homey touch! It’s beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks so much Robyn!

      Reply
  9. Cyndy k Aldred

    December 5, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    Ok Kelly, your porch is SO festive and beautiful! What a fun treat to get to see it. I grew up using the exact type sled and I am amazed myself that I lived through it as well! I remember getting hit in the head by one! They are just perfect on your porch. How perfect is that Lynch Creek Farm wreath for you?! All so amazing and your Sushi is adorable and I’m sure, a great helper. Merry Christmas Kelly! 😉

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2016 at 8:57 pm

      Here’s to surviving our childhood sledding days!

      Reply
  10. Heidi @ Decor & More

    December 5, 2016 at 3:03 pm

    Very inviting, Kelly! Love all the greenery ~ xo Heidi

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  11. Shelley @ Calypso in the Country

    December 5, 2016 at 4:16 pm

    Love your porch! I think my dog needs a sweater too…so cute!
    Shelley

    Reply
  12. Jenny

    December 5, 2016 at 7:33 pm

    Gorgeous Kelly! And I’m in love with your front door – decorated or not – it’s stunning! Love how festive your porch is, makes me want to give mine some more fluffing. Thanks so much for joining in on the tour this year!

    Reply
  13. Hope

    December 5, 2016 at 8:53 pm

    Love the decor looks so inviting! I can imagine the nice smell of the real garland. Sushi looks like such a sweetie in that cute sweater. My cat did the same thing while I was hanging my faux garland inside. Little rascal just wouldn’t let it go! Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  14. Design Chic

    December 5, 2016 at 11:26 pm

    Love your porch – so pretty and the sled and skates add the perfect festive touch! Happy Monday, Kelly!

    Reply
  15. Becky

    December 6, 2016 at 9:35 am

    Love, love your front porch Kelly! The beautiful garland and wreath look amazing! And Sushi is so cute.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2016 at 8:54 pm

      Sushi sends love and kisses!

      Reply
  16. Amanda @ Dixie Delights

    December 6, 2016 at 10:04 am

    Kelly, Your porch is SO very merry!! I love how perfectly the wreath fits in too. xo

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2016 at 8:54 pm

      Thanks so much Amanda – merry Christmas!

      Reply
  17. cindy hattersley

    December 6, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    This is the most clevery decorated front porch I have seen. The wreath you selected is perfect. Love it all!!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2016 at 8:53 pm

      Thank you so much Cindy – here is to a very merry!

      Reply
  18. Rachael @ This is our Bliss

    December 6, 2016 at 6:51 pm

    Kelly! What a stunning outside entrance! Your fresh greenery looks so cozy and inviting and those skates and that doormat are just DARLING! Beautiful photos! Merry Christmas to you and your family! – Rachael

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    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2016 at 8:52 pm

      Thanks so much Rachel – wishing you a very Merry to you and your family!

      Reply
  19. [email protected] Charm

    December 7, 2016 at 8:24 am

    Kelly, it is so nice to be doing this home tour with you! Love this front porch! Happy Holidays to you and your family!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 7, 2016 at 11:46 am

      Thanks so much Brenna – wishing you the happiest of holidays too!

      Reply
  20. Shirley @Housepitality Designs

    December 8, 2016 at 11:15 pm

    How I always love your porch in every season, especially at Christmas….how great that you still have your childhood sled and you are alive to tell about it! The wreath is gorgeous and the garland is wonderfully thick and luscious!…It must smell so wonderful as you approach your porch! Beautiful, beautiful porch Kelly…Merry Christmas to you and your family!….and love Sushi’s outfit…always a trend setter!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 8, 2016 at 11:28 pm

      Sushi sends her love – she was very particular about where everything was hung. She is such a task master!

      Reply
  21. heather

    December 12, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    Gotta say, Sushi may have been my fave part 😉 Love the vintage sled and trunk too…it all looks fantastic!!

    Reply
  22. Lisa | Shine Your Light

    December 14, 2016 at 8:55 am

    Kelly I love all your fresh greens – especially the way the pine branches spill out over the planter and the cascading garland – it’s all so welcoming and festive!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 15, 2016 at 12:26 pm

      Thanks so much Lisa – I love a festive porch!

      Reply
  23. Kelly

    December 16, 2016 at 11:46 am

    I love your brick steps! Merry Christmas from another Kelly! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 17, 2016 at 10:16 am

      Thanks Kelly!

      Reply
  24. Claudette Townsend

    December 16, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    Ok seriously, your porch is so inviting and nostalgic! I could stare at it all day! Happy Holidays.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 17, 2016 at 10:16 am

      Thank you so much Claudette – happy holidays to you and your family

      Reply
  25. Emily of www.elevengables.com

    December 17, 2016 at 8:29 pm

    Stop it!! Now I need a sled!!!!

    Reply
  26. Pamela-FromMyFrontPorchToYours

    December 18, 2016 at 12:58 am

    Keenly every detail is just divine and of course I adore Sushi!!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 18, 2016 at 10:50 am

      Sushi is always the star of the show!

      Reply
  27. Jaime

    July 24, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    Beautiful!! Can you tell me where you got your front door?

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      July 24, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      It was custom made from a place in upstate NY – sorry but I can’t remember where I ordered it from.

      Reply

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