Friday, October 4, 2013

Carolina autumn porch

The leaves have just barely started to turn here in the North Carolina mountains

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The weather has been just perfect -- beautiful crisp, cool mornings and Carolina blue skies throughout the day.


I wanted to do something different this year on the porch. No Big Lots scare crows, pumpkins, corn stalks, or mums. 


Everything is natural and gathered from the property. 


Wildflowers, leaves and moss...nature's decor at its best.




Here in the mountains, there is nothing better than a comfy place to sit and listen to the rustling leaves.


Loosely gathered boxwood and flaming azalea branches add a festive and unexpected touch to the black french doors.



A handmade grapevine wreath is accented with wildflowers ready to dry.







Autumn in the mountains -- letting nature provide the decor.

Anita




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25 comments:

  1. TardevilOctober 4, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    Very pretty, Anita! You did a great job, as always! Love the natural flower arrangements.

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  2. chateau chicOctober 4, 2013 at 5:33 AM

    Absolutely stunning!! You are so gifted, Anita, in creating such beauty to enjoy.
    Mary Alice

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  3. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 4, 2013 at 5:48 AM

    Just beautiful, Anita. Love all the natural gatherings.

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  4. Suzan SweatmanOctober 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    How GORGEOUS !!!
    What a welcoming site this must be to pull up to - and I'm loving those rugs - just beautiful :)
    XOXO

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  5. SaraOctober 4, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Now, THIS is my idea of fall decorating! Your porch is a perfect reflection of the natural beauty that surrounds your home.

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  6. Pamela GordonOctober 4, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    Oh Anita, your front porch looks so pretty with the natural fall decor! I love the wild flowers, vines and pinecones. It looks perfect and I sure would enjoy sitting in one of your rocking chairs and enjoying the crisp mountain air and a visit with you. I hope you have a lovely weekend. Hugs, Pamela

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  7. Patty WilesOctober 4, 2013 at 7:04 AM

    Our Carolina weather is wonderful right now. Love how you've decorated this year Anita.

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  8. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 4, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Anita, it's so pretty to see how you've changed up the porch for fall. All of your natural elements are so pretty. You have motivated me to get out and work on mine. It is so warm here still, even though we are getting a cool front this weekend. Not sure how long that will last. I could sit on your porch forever!

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  9. ❁Velma ~Down Our Country Road❁October 4, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Beautiful and I don't think that it could have expressed it any better than you did with your last sentence....letting nature provide the decor. How blessed you are to live in such a diverse area that provides the beautiful things you have used on your porch. Can I come stay with you a while? ;)

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  10. SarahOctober 4, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    I'm in love with your front porch and all the natural elements of your design. Perfection!

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  11. pinkladynzOctober 4, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    Lovely natural elements for a Carolina porch. We are in the foothills in Oconee county ,South Carolina ...but not much fall weather here yet.

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  12. Pinky at Designs by PinkyOctober 4, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    I just LOVE how you have used the bounty from your home to accent your wonderful porch. I wish I could come and sit right there with you for an afternoon. XO, Pinky

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  13. Gee Singh NewbanksOctober 4, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    I can sooo imagine me and a coffee sitting with you enjoying the view Anita.Luvly... the natural bits and pieces are just perfect for this time of year and you did a wonderful job.
    Porch dreaming....
    Hugs, Gee

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  14. JenneliseOctober 4, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    Absolutely stunning! I love everything about your porch! The arrangements in the urns are my favourite :) Happy October!
    Jennelise

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  15. Sarah AdamsOctober 6, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    Very pretty!

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  16. Melinda HartzogOctober 7, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Carolina nature used to perfection in the prettiest possible display. Love each and every element!

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  17. TerriOctober 8, 2013 at 5:48 AM

    Just gorgeous... as always.... "perfect porch" for this amazing time of year!!!!!

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  18. Pam - @diy Design FanaticOctober 9, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! Your Fall porch is so inspiring Anita!

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  19. Pam - @diy Design FanaticOctober 9, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    Not sure if my last comment went through. Your Fall porch is so inspiring Anita! It's soooooo gorgeous!

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  20. Lynn @The Vintage NestOctober 13, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    Nature's bounty is gorgeous on your wonderful porch!

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  21. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesOctober 13, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    This is the most beautiful porch...I LOVE everything about it!

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  22. NanaDianaOctober 14, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Your Autumn porch is just gorgeous- inspiring and beautiful- xo Diana

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  23. KellyOctober 19, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    I've always loved your porch. I bet this time of year it is wonderful sitting out there among all the trees and nature. You've done a great job adding style to it.

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  24. Debra OliverNovember 4, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    I'm so behind, but just loving your amazing Fall Porch, Anita. It's natural and cozy. I'm sure your area is ablaze with color about now. Hope you're having a great Fall!

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  25. Katie MansfieldNovember 19, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    Just stunning. What a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the fall.

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