Deck your front porch with a cheery holiday project.

Once thestockings are hungand the tree is decorated, extend yourChristmas decorto the outdoors.

TheseChristmas yard decoration ideaswill be the envy of the neighborhood this season.

greenery gnomes diy

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Add a plaid ribbon to a plainwoven basketto instantly make it look specifically designed for a Christmas display.

This would also be a pretty way to store kindling by the fireplace.

Surprise your mail delivery person with a fewholiday treatsfor an extra dose of Christmas spirit.

outdoor christmas lantern

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Hang Handmade Snowflakes

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Thisinexpensive Christmas craftdoubles as an activity the whole family can enjoy.

String the snowflakes into a garland or hang them on your front windows with a transparent fishing line.

If you want something more traditional, make thisevergreen wreathor adddecoupaged ornamentsto a wreath form for a colorful display.

basket with pinecones and Christmas decor

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Add a colorful scarf and hang this festive figure on your front door using a wreath hook.

Accent the display with bright accessories like a colorful winter blanket and red boots sitting ready for snowy walks.

Make your ownDIY swag wreathusing evergreen branches, ribbon, red berries, and any other accents you like.

vintage mailbox hung vertically with greenery and plaid ribbon

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Make it with faux greenery so you might use it year after year.

popsicle stick snowflake

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oversize Christmas wreath made of hula hoops hanging between windows outside

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front porch snow winter decor

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Door wreath made of evergreen, holly, and pinecones

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