Chances are, if you visit me at FrenchGardenHouse, you will be greeted by my assistant Bentley.
He gets so very excited to have people come over for a visit. I hope you love dog kisses, because he is more a "people" lover than of other dogs, and he loves to give kisses.
Your front walkway is a beautiful way to light up your neighborhood and spread Christmas joy! Since it's the first things your neighbors and guests see, you want to have warm welcoming holiday decor out there.
Here in Southern California, fresh greenery last about a week, if that. So for the front walkway which gets full sun, I used pre-lit garlands as my first choice to make a statement in front of our home. I {and by "I" I mean Mr. FrenchGardenHouse} swagged 4 of the Rustic Holiday Garlands with clear lights on our picket fence. The foliage gives a classic Christmas look with a mix of artificial greenery decorated with an array of pinecones, red berries, bells, and ribbons, and it's battery powered, so you can use it everywhere!
I planted our black urns with bright green conifer trees, and a ring of white winter pansies. I love how the white flowers really bring the pops of red berries on the garlands into focus.
The natural pinecones mimic the real pinecones in the garlands, and the brown jingle bells!
The natural colors of the Rustic Holiday Garlands complement our home's French Country fences. I love how they add a soft, welcoming look to our entrance.
I typically go for very simple, traditional and classic on the front porch, but this year, I wanted our little covered front entrance to feel a bit like the French florist shops dotted all over the French country side.
I added some lit trees from, they come in the elegant urns, and they already have pinecones and red berries. Because the garlands over the door and the wreaths have a battery pack I think John was able to run the trees on one extension cord!
I think my front entry is a perfect example of how a bit of greenery, berries, and white lights add a welcoming touch.
It’s amazing how the Christmas decor made me love my black front doors all over again!
I hope our front entry walk way and porch have given you some inspiration for your own, if you haven't decorated quite yet!
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à bientôt
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Lidy, from the beautiful garland on your picket fence to the doors opening to the view of your stunning tree, you have created a fabulous welcome to your home. Bentley is so sweet sitting waiting for your guests so he can give kisses. I just have to ask, it appears that on the other side of your fence might be a very large rosemary bush? I love brushing up,against our bushes to catch a whiff of their delicious woodsy smell. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us my friend??
Love the picket fence swags and Bentley looks so regal and ready for Christmas day.
Thank you so much, Lidy for sharing your lovely entryway today!
I love how natural everything looks and so CLASSIC!
I felt so inspired by your post, I too, decorated my home entrance today with lots of
greens and berries right from our own trees and bushes. My favorite is our boxwoods!
I did enjoy the site Tree Classics and will definitely consider them for a wreath! I especially loved
the pre-lit ones in the Christmas Morning Frost Wreath and Garland section. They would show so
beautifully on our traditional farmhouse here in Wisconsin!! Love the details on these with the frosty
look.
Christmas cheer really does begin in our hearts and at our front door as we welcome those we love
inside.
P.S. Your assistant, Bentley, always makes me smile.
Have a wonderful week!
Christi
Bentley is a dear—-such a handsome face.
Love your blog. Wonderful ideas.
Lynda
Wow, you have a truly French style home, Everything looks amazing and the garland is my favorite.
Lidy your home is fabulous. So festive and full of joy. The pre-lit garlands and wreath almost look real. I love all the different texture they provide with berries and different greenery. I’m so glad you shared this great resource.
Love the Lake Forest For Snap tree!
Hi Lidy, I love the “Woodlands” ornament collection, they are a little old fashion and beautiful mix of ornaments.
Your decorations and front porch are beautiful too! Happy Holidays
How beautiful your entry is Lidy! I have not done my porch yet. That will happen in a few days. I am still gathering up things I need. Thanks for the chance to win! I love the Christmas Morning Frost wreath and garland.
Happy Holidays Lidy! Your entryway is so welcoming and breathtaking but the star of the show is definitely Bentley! Hugs, Pat