O.k. I know - "prettying" is not a word - but you know what I mean. Well today I decided I've got to do something to liven this place up. It's still cold - the wind is blustery and it was cloudy for most of the day. But the sun peeked through just about 5:00 and I was ready for some color. Sooooo, a while back I was inspired by my friend, Angie (OH SUCH A VERY TALENTED LADY) over at The Happy Homebody, to make a fun lil' something for my porch. Now, this is my own version - but she got me to thinkin' - and sometimes that is dangerous - hehe.
Started out with a door I got for .99 - yes - a 99 cent cabinet door...
I used some spray paint, spray adhesive, outdoor fabric, a few nails, a wooden letter, a piece of scrap wood and some acrylic paint...
And this is what I did - Our monogram and house number in polka dots, of course...
Right beside our front door - WELCOME Sunshine - jus' enough to cast a shadow...
Next up - something new for the door - and polka dot pillows made from a 1.00 vinyl table cloth from a good ole' yard sale!
Let's all get to "prettying up our porch"!
Happy Wednesday!
Cathy
So cute. I need something for my front porch. Everything is so blah right now. Mimi
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! I'm going to have to try to make something like this. I LOVE the fabric choice!
ReplyDeleteThat is so pretty. I love the cheerful colors. What a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI love it, soooooooooo cute and clever. Your blog is awesome.
ReplyDeleteCome see mine sometime.
Love,Debbie
I love this! I am needing to pretty up my porch..so ready for spring!
ReplyDeleteThat is so clever and inviting. I love red...you got me to thinking. What could I do to my porch. It has been so neglected since I took Christmas down.
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative! Love the color and fabric choice. I am making this for sure!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Great idea, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteoh that is just too cute...
ReplyDeleteTOO Cute! Happy Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteThat is so CUTE!! You always make the best stuff!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove it! your so talented:) I may have to give this one a try for spring my porch looks blah and I'm ready for some color and spring:) it's snowing again as im typing this yuck
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful and warm week
julie
genious!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are so clever Cathy! Sweet and warm touch to greet guest! Have a wonderful day sweetie!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Maryjane
Wow what a great idea!! I love it!
ReplyDeleteVery cute. Love the fabric and the "M." What did you use to make the dots?
ReplyDeleteHave great Thursday!
Melinda
Love it!
ReplyDeleteIt is refreshing to see something other than the same ol', same ol' "welcome" sign!
Thanks for the inspiration.
Have a great day!
So cute!!! I need to do something like this for my front door - everything is so brown right now!
ReplyDeleteKristi
Punkin Seed Productions
A very original way to add a bit of flare to your porch! Nice of you to share the directions with all of us.
ReplyDeletedenise
Oh my, this is just the cutest!!! You are so sweet to mention me! I am totally loving the color and pattern combination and think I may have to switch mine out and make a new one!
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable! I. Want. One! I must say I love your blog!
ReplyDeleteI live in Louisville. I am ready for some sunshine too. My poor little porch is neglected.
ReplyDeleteCathy, can you tell me what color your red color paint is that you use, on alot of your projects? Do you do some other paint effect also? Julie in Holland
ReplyDeleteJulie - I hope you see this. You asked about the red paint I use. Well, actually it is the red spray paint from the Dollar General Store - not to bright, not to dull - just right. Good luck with your projects and happy painting! Cathy
ReplyDeleteI think it's just purdiful :) I love it!
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! I just love what you have done. I wish I had a creative imagination, but I'm still trying.
ReplyDeleteThat is really a great idea... very fresh!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend... we're knee deep in Spring and it's just wonderful!
Take care, Kimberly
I can't wait to "pretty" up my porch. What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteHi Cathy,
ReplyDeleteO.k. you have done it again, how darn cute is this. I want one! My last name begins with a "M" too!
If it's missing one day, you will know I flew across several states during the night and snuck up on your front porch and snatched it away with me without anyone knowing. LOL.
Take care and have a great day,
Big hugs, Elizabeth
You are so creative!! I love to visit your blog I am always so inspired....thanks!!
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