Porch & PatioNo. 4042 · The 2026 edition
Classic Orange and Black Halloween Porch
Transform your entryway into a spooky yet stylish scene with this easy DIY project using everyday craft supplies.
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This guide walks you through creating a festive porch display by combining nesting pots, foam spheres, mulch, and decorative pumpkins with paper lanterns and ribbon garlands for a classic Halloween look.
You'll need
Directions
- Nest the oversized foam sphere into the bottom of the largest pot, then bury it beneath a layer of garden mulch.
- Secure the arrangement by tucking a sturdy twig between the rim and the ground to prevent tipping.
- Adorn the dark gourds with adhesive polka dots to create a striking contrast.
- Suspend the translucent paper orbs along the entryway frame to elevate the visual impact.
- Transform the ribbon remnants into a festive drape and drape it across the threshold.
- On the evening of the holiday, illuminate the themed paper lanterns with flameless tea lights.
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