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Saturday, June 14, 2014

Patriotic Decor @ 20 North Ora

 
I decorated a few weeks ago but hadn't taken photos yet.  I made this wreath out of vintage children patriotic cards I bought from Etsy. 
 
Some of them are just glued on flat and others I cut out the figurines and used foam core cut into small pieces to make them stand out. 
 
 
The window beside my front door has the wreath and my burlap patriotic garland on it.  It is so hard to get a good photo of this window because of reflections!  So, use your imagination!
 
 
I used red and blue patriotic pillows on my little bench.  Then, I added an old basket full of geraniums and American flags.
 
 
Remember the flag shutter I made a few weeks ago?  Well, it is on the front porch also.  I really wanted it down above the bench, but hubby didn't want me hammering nails into the brick.  So, it sits up on the ledge above the bench.
 
I am fortunate that all of my porch is covered so I can leave a lot of things out there without worrying about the weather.
 
These will be here for June and July!
 
Enjoy!
 
Judy
 
 
 

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41 comments:

  1. Richella ParhamJune 14, 2014 at 4:32 PM

    Love the way you show the colors so proudly! You've done a great job with all your American decor; thanks for sharing it with us!

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  2. AnonymousJune 14, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    it all looks amazing!! Your wreath is a very clever design!

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  3. GARAGE SALE GALJune 14, 2014 at 6:05 PM

    Love your wreath!!! What a great idea and your home looks ready to celebrate the 4th!
    warmly,
    deb

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  4. Linda @ A La CarteJune 14, 2014 at 6:49 PM

    Very Patriotic!! Love!

    hugs,
    Linda

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  5. ~Lavender Dreamer~June 14, 2014 at 7:09 PM

    I love the vintage patriotic cards you used for the wreath! Everything looks beautiful my friend! Happy weekend!

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  6. Joy JunktionJune 14, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    I really like the wreath Judy. Such a cute idea and oh so vintage looking! Blessings, Cindy

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  7. Brenda PruittJune 14, 2014 at 7:56 PM

    Oh, that's really cute, Judy!
    Brenda

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  8. Vickie @ Ranger 911June 14, 2014 at 10:08 PM

    I love the wreath, Judy! Could you screw some hooks into the wood above your brick and hang your shutter flag from the hooks with chain?

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  9. Something Nice and PrettyJune 14, 2014 at 10:37 PM

    A very pretty patriotic wreath and I love how you used all the red, white and blue!
    Thanks for stopping by Judy!

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  10. LindaJune 14, 2014 at 11:03 PM

    It is all so very patriotic and beautiful ! My favorite is the wreath!

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  11. cynthia lee designsJune 14, 2014 at 11:08 PM

    Everything is so pretty!! Love, love, love your bench!! I wish my porch was covered...I can't really leave anything outside for fear that it will all get blown away when it storms.
    ~Cindy

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  12. cards4ubylouise and other treasuresJune 14, 2014 at 11:08 PM

    I like your vintage wreath and all the other things you have made. Cute little rabbit. They are so cute when little. Thanks for stopping by my blog today. A pleasant surprise.

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  13. Art and SandJune 14, 2014 at 11:33 PM

    I am over the top in love with the vintage graphics you used for your wreath!

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  14. NanaDianaJune 14, 2014 at 11:43 PM

    Judy- That is just so sweet. I LOVE that wreath. What a great way to use old vintage cards. I may steal this idea (with credit to you, of course). Your front porch looks adorable!

    Hope you have a wonderful Sunday- xo Diana

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  15. Elderberry-RobJune 15, 2014 at 12:03 AM

    your vintage card wreath is a brilliant idea, it looks really effective.

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  16. Annette T.June 15, 2014 at 1:51 AM

    The wreathe is adorable. Your bench and pillows are so inviting.

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  17. DebbieJune 15, 2014 at 3:32 AM

    I love, love, LOVE your wreath! It's so cute.

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  18. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryJune 15, 2014 at 4:06 AM

    Oh Judy, I love your wreath and the vintage cards on it. Your porch really looks so good. You did an amazing job.
    Mary

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  19. AnonymousJune 15, 2014 at 7:06 AM

    Hi Judy,
    I think your patriotic wreath is brilliant and I especially like the way you made it 3D. You gave me an idea to do the same thing with vintage greeting cards. Thank you for sparking creativity.

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  20. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 15, 2014 at 7:32 AM

    Love all your decorations but that wreath is stunning!! LOVE IT!!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  21. Primitive StarsJune 15, 2014 at 7:42 AM

    Morning, loving all your goodies there, Wreath looks amazing as does the other Patriotic goods, Francine.

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  22. LynneJune 15, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    Creative ideas! I love the old shutter/flag idea and the wreath made from vintage postcards/cards and adding the foam board to the figures so they would stand out . . . excellent idea. Gets me inspired!

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  23. BevJune 15, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    Oh so cute! You are so talented. I'm just waiting for your book to come out. Guess I'll be even older and grayer when that happens (but it will happen)....XO

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  24. JunkchiccottageJune 15, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    Love love love your Americana decor. Those pillows are awesome on the bench. So pretty. Love the basket of geraniums and flags. So sweet.
    Kris

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  25. Helen PhilippsJune 15, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    I love your patriotic wreath, Judy! The bench filled with cushions looks lovely too, and the painted shutter. I love the colours!
    Helen xox

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  26. AnaJune 15, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    Hi Judy,
    Love all your patriotic decor, specially the flag shutter. Did you know you can buy something called a brick clip that you can hang stuff from? I have one holding a little french sign on my brick fireplace. They work very well and there is no hammering involve. They just clip onto the brick. Anyway, just thought you'd like to know :-) Thank you for stopping by for a visit and becoming a follower. Now I am your newest follower. Hope you are having a wonderful weekend.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ❤️Ana

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  27. MeredithJune 15, 2014 at 7:21 PM

    Lovely decorations for the summer Judy.
    hugs,
    Meredith

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  28. Manuela@A Cultivated NestJune 15, 2014 at 9:56 PM

    Your patriotic wreath is soooo cute! Your porch looks great. It is nice to have a covered outdoor space - you don't have to be so careful with what you put outside!

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  29. Petite Plangonophile au chocolatJune 16, 2014 at 3:59 AM

    Hi Judy! You did an amazing job. BRAVO!
    I love how creative you have been with your wreath. Really nice.
    Arlette@Thammie TheDollMaker

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  30. LynnJune 16, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    Hi Judy,
    OMG!!! I would never thought to use vintage postcard images to make a wreath!! It is amazing!! I love the burlap bunting as well. My blog is Life on the Wienee Ranch because we share our lives with 3 dachshunds! We had 5 when I started my blog and we have since lost our two oldest girls. Baby passed away in Dec of 2010 at the age of 16 and her daughter, Pebbles passed away in Feb. of 2013 at the age of 14. I love Americana and red, white, and blue. I decorate every room in my home with some form of red, white, and blue from the Monday after Easter until the day after Sept. 11 each year.
    I want to say a huge Thank you for being such an awesome friend to Brenda! I hope if I am ever in a situation where my family can't or won't help me that I have a friend like you that will step in. I am so glad I found your blog. I added it to my list of favs so I can visited daily.
    Hugs,
    Lynn

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  31. MontanagirlJune 16, 2014 at 3:14 PM

    I'm finally catching up with things. Thank you for your kind comment on my blog, and I just signed on to follow you as well! I LOVE your blog and the patriotic decor. I hope to be seeing more of you, here as well as visiting each other's blogs. Have a wonderful day!!

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  32. JuneJune 16, 2014 at 5:46 PM

    This is lovely Judy. I always love seeing the red, white and blue!

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  33. Doreen@foxdenrdJune 16, 2014 at 8:33 PM

    I came by to thank you for visiting and leaving such a special comment Judy, and what do I find?? The cutest wreath ever!! I love the idea of using foam core to give it a dimensional look. It's details like that that make the difference between 'nice' and 'really, REALLY nice'.

    Very creative, and the cards from etsy are fabulous (but pretty much everything from etsy is!) lol

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  34. ValerieJune 17, 2014 at 3:26 AM

    Oh my, I just know I'm going to love it here. What a great display you did... and the idea of using those cards is brilliant. I used to be a 'crafty' person but don't seem to have the time lately... or perhaps I'm lacking inclination. Thank you so much for the lovely comment on my blog.

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  35. AnonymousJune 17, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    Judy, this is adorable! What a great idea with the little post cards. Live your porch too. Thanks for popping in to see me and yes, I know the song you are talking about. It is called "Swinging On a Star" and was sung by zing Crosby. Look it up on YouTube maybe. Hope that helps.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia

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  36. AnonymousJune 17, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    Judy, this is adorable! What a great idea with the little post cards. Live your porch too. Thanks for popping in to see me and yes, I know the song you are talking about. It is called "Swinging On a Star" and was sung by zing Crosby. Look it up on YouTube maybe. Hope that helps.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia

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  37. Sweet Cottage DreamsJune 17, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    Judy! Your Patriotic decor looks awesome! That shutter is so creative! Great ideas run through your head, don't they? I do think all you need is a cool glass of sweet tea and relax on your lovely porch.

    Love you!

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  38. Laurel StephensJune 17, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    I'm loving your patriotic decorations. I love vintage cards, also, and am always trying to find new ways of displaying them. I absolutely love your wreath!

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  39. Nancy Blue MoonJune 17, 2014 at 8:08 PM

    You certainly do have a talent with the Red, White & Blue Judy!!

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  40. The Polka Dot ClosetJune 17, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    YOur decor is beyond gorgeous!!! That is honestly the cutest patriotic wreath I have ever seen....You are soooo creative! I am now going to go see how you did that cute shutter!

    Carol

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  41. UnknownJune 18, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    Hi Judy,

    I love your wreath! Great idea and your garland came out really nice too.
    Hugs, Lynnie

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