30 Best Christmas Porch Decorations for a Very Merry Outdoor Display
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It's the most wonderful time of the year! You've taken down your fall door decorations and packed up the autumn porch décor, so it's officially time to turn your eye toward Christmas decorating (cue the gleeful squeal). For Ree Drummond, there are a few classic holiday pieces that must make an appearance each year: "We always have the kids' stockings, a few nutcrackers, some form of Christmas greenery, strings of fairy lights, and candles!" But before guests get a peek at your Christmas mantel, give them a proper holiday welcome with the cutest Christmas porch decorations.
These outdoor Christmas decorations will transform your house into a festive winter wonderland during those chilly months. Along with Christmas inflatables in your yard, who wouldn't be excited to come home to a cozy porch or patio lined with twinkling outdoor lights and colorful greenery? We've found easy DIY ideas for modern, classic, or gingerbread house-themed Christmas doorways. There's also plenty of farmhouse Christmas décor inspo. Plus, take a look at individual Christmas crafts that you can mix and match, from a DIY wreath perfect for Christmas door decorations to handmade trees that will survive the elements and personalized Christmas terrariums.
If you have an outdoor seating area, spruce it up with red throw blankets, pillows, and ornament-filled glass lanterns. Even small porches or steps can benefit from curated planters or miniature painted candy canes. It doesn't matter what your outdoor space looks like—you can give any porch some festive flair!
Hanging Star Lanterns
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough... or your porch! Just imagine how beautiful these luminaries would look from the street. You'll put them up using light strands, command hooks, and twist ties.
Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.
Lighted Wood Christmas Tree
Your porch needs a Christmas tree, too! This DIY version is made of wood with a metal bucket base, so you know it will withstand the elements from season to season. Colorful lights give a festive finishing touch!
Get the tutorial at Houseful of Handmade.
Colorful Christmas Décor
If this décor isn't the definition of merry and bright, then we don't know what is! Elements like large light and ornament garland, a colorful copse of Christmas trees, a matching wreath, and a golden nutcracker make the porch come to life.
Get the tutorial at Sugar and Cloth.
Letters to Santa Mailbox
Though this adorably magical "Letters to Santa" mailbox is pictured inside, the blogger who made it says you can just as easily place it on your porch. It's made of durable wood, after all! You can always spray it with a wood sealer to make sure it lasts.
Get the tutorial at Houseful of Handmade.
Old Fashioned Christmas Front Porch
There's hardly anything more classically Christmas than big sweeping strands of garland, wreaths, lights, and plenty of red. Take a cue from this blogger and add details like plaid pillows and baskets full of greenery.
Get the tutorial at The Everyday Home.
Christmas Doormat
One of the simplest ways to add some Christmas spirit to your porch setup: a doormat! We love the stacked look of these mats with buffalo plaid beneath.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Front Door Christmas Tree
Get creative with your DIY wreaths by hanging a mini Christmas tree right on your door for all to see. You can easily make this one with a tabletop tree, lights, burlap ribbon, and a few other craft items.
Get the tutorial at Mad In Crafts.
Wood Lights Christmas Garland
If this porch décor doesn't make your face light up with a smile, we don't know what will! Just look at it! Plus, it's easier than it looks to put the fun, fabulous, and festive garland together using items like wooden ovals, paint, and twist ties.
Get the tutorial at Sugar and Cloth.
Pallet Wood Christmas Tree
A large pallet wood Christmas tree is just perfect for your porch—especially if you're wanting to lean into the rustic holiday look. You can leave the wood natural like this blogger or even paint it to match the rest of your décor.
Get the tutorial at Over The Big Moon.
Red Wooden Sled
Add a wintry touch so reminiscent of dashing through the snow with a simple DIY decoration such as this wooden sled. You can pick up a similar one at your local craft store then paint it the color of your choice. We love the festive red that reads "Let it Snow."
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin and A Princess.
Christmas Wheelbarrow
Need a rustic touch for your porch? Make a super cute and festive wheelbarrow for your tree! This blogger turned a DIY fall apple cart into a Christmas one by adding a vinyl sign, painting the wheels red, and adding faux fur to hide the tree base.
Get the tutorial at The Homes I Have Made.
Colorful Greenery
There are a lot of different ways to approach Christmas porch greenery. Add pops of color by placing poinsettias in bold red baskets and incorporating other red accents.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Duct Tape Cone Trees
You can make one of the easiest outdoor decorations with three simple ingredients: duct tape, rubber bands, and poster board! These cuties will also be a bit water resistant because of the tape.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Faux Wood Ski Decor
This blogger picked up a pair of inexpensive fiberglass skis from a local antique store and transformed them into the most incredible vintage decor piece. Lean the skis against the side of your home, or hang them from the front door!
Get the tutorial at Snazzy Little Things.
Cookie Cutter Wreath
A metal cookie cutter wreath looks beautiful hanging against any color front door. The red ribbon and evergreen sprigs give it a splash of festive color. Plus, you don’t have to worry so much about wear and tear from the weather!
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Gingerbread Birdhouses
Transform your regular old birdhouse into a festive gingerbread house. You can choose to paint the houses gingerbread brown or go for brighter hues, and “frost” them with puffy paint and glitter.
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Hang a “Joyful” Christmas Sign
Spread some Christmas joy with this sweet striped sign. Make it twice as nice by adding a garland!
Get the tutorial at Landeelu.
Make Your Doorway Modern
Opt for a modern look this year with a funky tile doormat, rainbow wreath, and brightly colored bottle brush trees. If you live somewhere warm, add a succulent for a natural touch.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Charming Mason Jar Sign
Rest or hang this adorable craft wood Christmas sign outside! It features a mason jar with the word “NOEL,” filled with glitter paper poinsettias, and a buffalo check bow.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Fill Containers with Twinkle Lights
Need a simple piece of décor that will make your porch glow? Grab a wooden crate, throw in some birch logs or firewood, and then add twinkle lights to illuminate the bottom.
Get the tutorial at DIY in PDX.
Micaela Bahn is a freelance editorial assistant and recent graduate from Carleton College, where she majored in English literature. She loves running, photography, and cooking the best new recipes.
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