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.
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)!
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Oh deer, don’t you love this deer doormat!
I’m lucky to be alive after hurtling down massive hills on this sled when I was a kid!
A galvanized pot of rosemary that I planted in the summer is still going strong.
This bundle of greens came just like this so I picked up two and stuck them into urns – couldn’t be easier.
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!
Sushi wants everyone to know she helped …
and by helped she means she chewed on the garland while I tried wrestling it from her.
Don’t just stand around freezing your buns off … come inside and take my Christmas Home Tour here.
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 …
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
Your porch is gorgeous Kelly! I’m completely in love with your front door! Every touch is just perfect 🙂
Thanks so much Amanda – can you tell I love Christmas!
It’s beautiful, Kelly-thanks so much for sharing it with us!
Thank you Christy and thanks for including me in this fun tour of homes!
so lovely! i adore sushi’s sweater, too! and i have skates and sleds on my porch, too! twinning!!!
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?
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!
Ho Ho Ho Vel – I hope Santa fills your stocking!
Thanks for sharing all you do…..porch is gorgeous!!!….so festive..
Thank you Kathy and merry Christmas!
Your porch is perfection Kelly! I love the garland, and the planters! Your house tour was amazing too!
Aww… Sushi is adorbs! Love your porch and thanks for the great ideas!
Sushi says thanks Henrietta – she was worried that her sweater made her look fat!
Love your porch ! The natural greenery adds a very nostalgic and homey touch! It’s beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much Robyn!
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! 😉
Here’s to surviving our childhood sledding days!
Very inviting, Kelly! Love all the greenery ~ xo Heidi
Love your porch! I think my dog needs a sweater too…so cute!
Shelley
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!
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!
Love your porch – so pretty and the sled and skates add the perfect festive touch! Happy Monday, Kelly!
Love, love your front porch Kelly! The beautiful garland and wreath look amazing! And Sushi is so cute.
Sushi sends love and kisses!
Kelly, Your porch is SO very merry!! I love how perfectly the wreath fits in too. xo
Thanks so much Amanda – merry Christmas!
This is the most clevery decorated front porch I have seen. The wreath you selected is perfect. Love it all!!
Thank you so much Cindy – here is to a very merry!
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
Thanks so much Rachel – wishing you a very Merry to you and your family!
Kelly, it is so nice to be doing this home tour with you! Love this front porch! Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Thanks so much Brenna – wishing you the happiest of holidays too!
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!
Sushi sends her love – she was very particular about where everything was hung. She is such a task master!
Gotta say, Sushi may have been my fave part 😉 Love the vintage sled and trunk too…it all looks fantastic!!
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!
Thanks so much Lisa – I love a festive porch!
I love your brick steps! Merry Christmas from another Kelly! 🙂
Thanks Kelly!
Ok seriously, your porch is so inviting and nostalgic! I could stare at it all day! Happy Holidays.
Thank you so much Claudette – happy holidays to you and your family
Stop it!! Now I need a sled!!!!
Keenly every detail is just divine and of course I adore Sushi!!
Sushi is always the star of the show!
Beautiful!! Can you tell me where you got your front door?
It was custom made from a place in upstate NY – sorry but I can’t remember where I ordered it from.