My favorite time of year is here again. I love pumpkins, fall colors and the cooler weather. My porch looks similar year after year, but it seems there are subtle changes worth sharing. I have decided buying all new things to create a new look every year is not my thing. New flowers and pumpkins are enough to make me happy.
The jack o lantern on the left is on a plant stand I found in the alley this week. Free stuff is awesome.
I did buy this new clay pumpkin. I have had my eye on them every year. They sell them at my local grocery store.
I found this green pumpkin at Walmart. It’s my favorite one.
I have had these metal containers forever. I still love them.
Greenery in pots is affordable and pretty.
Cheap mums and pansies from Walmart with some faux fall stems in them.
Tracy
This happened to my wall and furniture. I did not spill it. It was just plugged in and the fragrance ate the paint.
Tracy
I went to Hobby Lobby to get a few supplies to try painting with acrylics. I have a thing for farm animals so my first painting attempt was a rooster. I documented it all with my camera phone so the photos are not the best.
First I drew the rooster onto my canvas.
I bought the easel for $8. It makes painting a lot easier.
I painted my background first and then I started in on the rooster.
The trick to painting is adding layers of color.
The layers help bring out the depth of the rooster.
I watched Parenthood on my Kindle while I painted. It was a great way to spend a snowy cold day. I will definitely try it again.
Tracy
I didn’t change a lot on my porch this year, but I thought I would share it anyway.
Tracy
My tree bit the dust last year so I bought a skinny tree the day after Christmas. It was much easier to decorate and I filled it full of ornaments. I added some leopard print ribbon as well. I am embracing my love of leopard print.
Tracy
My sweet 3 yr old miniature schnauzer braved a windy day while I photographed her. I love how the wind blew her fur and ears as she looked into the gusts.
Tracy
