Decking the halls in the Screen Porch

Decking the halls in the Screen Porch

Even though we just had some snow last week…in Georgia…in December, (see my pretty snow pictures here) we have had several days that we could still sit and enjoy our screen porch. Although our little portable heater is on standby. We love this space so much and even more so with some holiday cheer mixed in. It doesn’t take much to create a festive space for a room you love during the holiday season. And I think this room is evidence of that.

Decking the halls in the Screen Porch

Start with pillows and cozy throws

Because the room is neutral it was easy to add color.  I used some of my favorite holiday pillows and throws to fill the sectional up with cozy. I thought I only could love this sectional in the warmer months, but I’m loving it in the winter too. It’s the perfect size for the room and for the family.

The only new addition to my holiday decor bin this year was some fun pom-pom garland that I found at Home Goods.   It’s like  a bunch of red and gray sweaters wrapped around little balls. Because the floor is stone and can get a bit chilly at times, I put down two 5×7 rugs that I had up in the guest house to cover the entire area. Toes are happy and it makes for a more cozy room.

We had a morning breakfast out here one day so I filled a tiered tray up with beverages and faux snowballs. The kids loved it! And we all had way to much fun…and donuts. You can find the snowballs here.

Fill your space with seasonal candles

You will find my favorite candle for the season burning All. The. Time. Honestly, I can’t enough of the smell. The other red candles sprinkled throughout the room are from the $1, $3 $5 spot at Target. I love the idea of faux lite candles, especially on timers but there is nothing like the smell of your favorite candle burning. Don’t you agree?

The really beauty of this room is the perfect amount of light in the morning, afternoon and early evenings. It’s become the “date night” spot at the house for me and hubby.

Repurpose  old decorations

Remember the stars I had outside last year?  I repurposed one for a hanging wreath. I’ll show you how I made it tomorrow on the blog. The pretty outdoor trees in the corner can either be set to clear or colored. We love both. I used the trees last year on the patio. For this space, I put them in some baskets.

I hope you are filling your favorite spaces in your home with loads of love this holiday season.

Merry Christmas!

grateful

family ‘faux’ snowball fights

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