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Front Porch Appeal: February a Month for Kindness & Connection February 03, 2025 |
Welcome to Front Porch Appeal!
We also share an inspiring story about Martin Luther King's Dream. This podcast has over 100,000 + listens. And did you know that I (Mary) have a new, creative youtube channel? And we are super proud to share our wonderful sponsors with you. Each of them is a family-owned company with products that we are so pleased to share with you. So grab a cup of tea, settle in, and let’s welcome the month ahead together! We’re incredibly grateful for you, and let's cheer each other on as we step into February. May you be feel cozy and loved.
February Brings Red to the Porch
A little red birdhouse brings cheer to
Heart wall art we made for our porch We are especially fond of this wall art we made a few years ago. Dave designed the heart cut-outs in his woodworking shop and I lined them with red felt.
Close-up of our heart wall art for you to see
Valentine basket on the front door This basket started out plain white, but with a little creativity and a coat of vibrant red spray paint, it became the perfect accent for our Valentine’s porch. To add a cozy touch, we nestled a red and white striped tea towel inside, letting its folds spill over the edges. Then we wove in a delicate pink floral vine, for a whimsical, seasonal display. Do you like it? We love that the basket could be re-painted in other seasonal colors.
Dave made this heart display for us
Tea towels turned into pillow toppers for Valentine season
(with some denim scraps for embellishment)
Ways to Spread Love and Kindness
- Porch Surprises - Leave a small treat or note on your neighbor’s porch to brighten their day. A handmade valentine would be adorable. - Host a Galentine party or a soup dinner with your neighbors or family. Or even simpler, host a simple gathering with warm drinks. - Make a pretty Valentine wreath with a friend or neighbor - one for each of your porches. You can get heart-shaped grapevine wreaths at your local craft store. Then decorate simply with a garland of flowers. - We have some wonderful Valentine ideas for your porch right here and here.
A Wonderful Podcast for February
From Tracing the Path Podcast - 187 Years Behind Martin Luther King's Dream
Do you know where the words in the "I have a dream" speech come from? Our son Dan has an awesome podcast that will tell you the story. W.E.B. Dubois, Abraham Lincoln, A. Philip Randolph, Langston Hughes, Mahalia Jackson, Thomas Dorsey, Harry Belafonte, Prathia Hall Wynn, John D. Rockefeller, and so many others have been fighting for the Dream since 1776. When Martin Luther King gave his speech in Washington, he made sure their voices were heard. We are happy to share Dan's Tracing the Path podcast with you!
Thinking of a New Home?
With so many factors to consider, one of the first steps is determining the architectural style that speaks to you the most. Our House Plans with Porches Guide is here to help you find your ideal home, complete with a welcoming porch, of course. From cozy cottages and charming bungalows to spacious ranch homes and classic Craftsman designs, we’ve gathered a wealth of inspiration to suit many tastes. May your new home blend beauty, comfort and the perfect front porch for making memories.
Is a charming cottage your style?
Or is a sprawling ranch-style home more your vibe?
Please check out our House Plans with Porches Guide
Simple, Creative Art Projects
I’ll be sharing simple, adorable DIY projects, many featuring watercolor art and other creative crafts. This spring, I’m excited to show you how to make charming pillow toppers—a fun and easy way to add a personal touch to your space! I’d love for you to subscribe and join me on this creative journey. See you there!
We Appreciate Our Sponsors GreatlyWe greatly appreciate your support of our treasured sponsors. Each of them is like family to us and we are very proud of their products. They have been with us for a long time!
Photo courtesy of PCA Products Look at these beautiful French screen doors - and no center post. Aren't they so lovely on this welcoming porch? We've been proud to share PCA Products with you for many years and this is one of our favorite products.
Beautiful handrails from Vintage Woodworks
We are very proud of our long time sponsor, Vintage Woodworks, a leader in handcrafted house trim since 1978. They can assist you in choosing just the right design options for your porch and home.
Photo courtesy of The Porch Store, Nashville TN Can you imagine taking a nap on this wonderful cottage pine bed swing bed from The Porch Store? And our favorite part is that the swing is adjustable. You can position the back one way for sitting and another way for napping. The best of both worlds, we believe. We welcome you to take a look at all of The Porch Store products on their website. They have long been sponsors to us and we could not be more proud.
Till Next Time...
Our Valentine to you!
We know you're busy and we appreciate you being a part of our porch family here.
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