“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.”
Isaiah 7:14
If it’s not broken, why fix it? I guess you could say that is my theme when decorating our kitchen porch for Christmas each year! The nutcrackers have been a mainstay at this entrance for many years…and they never get old! Their festivity and warmth invite all our family and friends to come right on in! And here is a little secret: I found them at Wal-Mart several years ago! They are made of wood and are getting a little worn from their month long stay every year in the cold and rain, but they are still standing guard! This year, they are joined by a beloved little guy that has been in the family for 30 years! Last week, I shared our front porch and Williamsburg Fan, and today it’s the return of the nutcrackers!
These guys say “y’all come on in!”
Butch cuts fresh pine every year and staples it to a form that he made to surround the door. With all the lush and thick greenery, I use a simple door wreath.
Lanterns with red candles and fresh cedar light the porch in the evening.
We added Seth’s childhood wagon to the porch, along with his favorite bear from childhood.
The nutcrackers are almost five feet in height!
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I thought Snuggles might need a warm blanket on cool nights!
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A Steinbach nutcracker and small tree joined Snuggles in the Radio Flyer!
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I found the cute rug at TJ Maxx this year!
The Nutcrackers thank you for stopping in for a visit! Y’all come back now!
Wow! Simple yet SPECTACULAR entrance!
Thanks so much, Ana!
“Wonderful!”
To dear TOMODATI Pam, you will have a wonderful Christmas and New Year for you.
Thanks so much, Ryoma!
Love the Nutcrackers!
Thanks so much , Rita! Happy Monday!
Pam,
You bring magic to everything you touch! This is beautiful!
Jemma
Jenna, you are too sweet!
Love it! ❤️
Thanks my sweet friend!
What a warm welcome! The wagon is adorable, the nutcrackers are grand, and the rug is perfect! Very merry Pam!
Jenna
Thanks Jenna…have a wonderful week!
Pam, you kitchen porch is beautiful! I love the natural pine garland surrounding your door, and the nutcrackers add the perfect touch! I know your guest will fill welcome as they enter your door! Have a wonderful day!!!
Thanks Shannon, all our family love the nutcrackers!
Wow..those Nutcrackers are amazing!….and love the pine garland!…so great that you can go out and cut it yourself!….
Thanks, Shirley. Butch is responsible for that gorgeous garland!
I am seriously loving your porch! Those nutcrackers are just adorable!
Thanks so much, Christine!
Los cascanueces que tanto me impactaron el año pasado!!! que belleza, que preciosidad.
He disfrutado como una niña viendo detalladamente todos los adornos, el carrito de tu hijo es un detalle precioso, todo entrañable y mágico.
Tu y tu esposo sois dos personas muy especiales y me alegro de que Dios me llevara a vosotros.
Un gran abrazo
Dolores
The nutcrackers that hit me so much last year !!! What beauty, how beautiful
I have enjoyed as a child seeing in detail all the decorations, your child’s cart is a precious detail, all endearing and magical.
You and your husband are two very special people and I am glad that God took me to you.
A big hug
Dolores
¡Queridas Dolores, bendiciones para vosotros! Nos encanta el uso de los cascanueces en Navidad, son tan divertido, como es el vagón! Espero que estén arreglando todo con los abogados. Pensando en ti y orando! Amor y abrazos, Pam
Dearest Dolores, blessings to you! We love using the nutcrackers at Christmas, they are so much fun, as is the wagon! I hope you are getting everything settled with lawyers. Thinking of you and praying! Love and hugs, Pam
Lovely Pam. I adore your tall nutcrackers. They make quite the statement. The fresh garland and the wagon really compliment your porch. So welcoming and festive.
Linda, thanks so much…we always enjoy the nutcrackers!
Your Nutcrackers are very cute but the pine garland was especially impressive. Would love to see a tutorial on how your hubby does it!
Thanks so much Stephani, hopefully we can get a tutorial done! Wishing you a joy-filled week!
Those are just fabulous, Pam! I bet every kid that drives by wants to stop (and so do his parents!)
Jeanie, everyone loves the nutcrackers!
Your doorway looks beautiful Pam!!! I LOVE your big nutcrackers!!! Wonderful! 😉
Thanks so much, Rebeca! Blessings~
NutcrCkers always add a special touch on a porch. I must say Butch is quite handy when it comes to decorating. Lucky you!
Linda, Butch can do almost anything…he is very handy for sure!
I have never seen nutcrackers like that, Pam. They are absolutely regal! ~Ginene
Thanks so much, Ginene! Christmas blessings~
So inviting and shows off your Christmas Spirit! Has anyone told you how talented you are? Haha..Merry Christmas!
Lynn, you are too kind! Wishing you a beautiful Christmas season!
I remember seeing this last year and it is fabulous! LOVE the big nutcrackers!
Thanks so much, Pinky. Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday!
I love your Nutcrackers!!!!
Thanks so much, Debbie!
so much fun, love that adorable bear in the wagon, too!
Thanks, Debra! Wishing you a joy-filled Christmas!
Everything is lovely.
Marilyn
Thanks so much, Marilyn…wishing you a joy-filled Christmas!
Those guys are fabulous!!
Thanks, Pamela…Merry Christmas!
I’m eyeing on getting the giant nutcrackers on sale right now at AT HOME, and your front porch just convinced me to do so! Love it!
I hope you were able to get the Nutcrackers, Vel!
Have a wonderful Holiday! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Thanks Sherry.. Merry Christmas!