Transform Your Front Porch With The Prettiest DIY Garden Arch

No one wants their front porch to look drab, and with nicer weather arriving, you might be thinking of ways to upgrade your decor. Luckily, this porch idea will make your entry more inviting and turn it into a beautiful garden oasis. With faux vines, branches, greenery, and flowers, you'll be able to create a gorgeous archway to elevate the appearance of your front porch. Just tuck them in a large planter or two and drape them across your front door.

It's safe to say this front-of-the-house refresh is porch goals, adding a natural, eye-catching element to your exterior decor. Not only is it easy to recreate, but depending on your style and the types of florals you like, there are so many ways to customize it. For instance, you can implement real fallen branches from your yard as the structure of your arch for a whimsical vibe. Or, use woody vines and cherry blossoms or white flowers to give it a springtime feel. For a more traditional look, cover your archway in greenery and place vibrant flowers throughout the piece. 

The best part? You don't need many supplies. Besides your chosen floral decorations, simply gather some adhesive hooks (or clips), a large planter like the Mainstays Tall Recycled Planter from Walmart, and a step ladder (or sturdy chair).

The first step is to assemble the arch. To do so, place the planter by your front door, fill it with soil, and stick the end of your faux vines, twigs, or branches in it. You can also set something heavy, like rocks, on top to keep them in place. Next, use adhesive hooks or clips to attach the vines to your doorframe. Tape will also work to hold the arch frame in place. Either way, don't forget to play around with the shape of your arch. Rather than a simple curve, try creating various loops or curves for a more natural, organic look. Once the structure of your arch is finished, use a flower garland or individual faux blooms to further elevate your decor.

Don't want to use faux vines and twigs for your arch frame? PVC piping and chicken wire are a great, sturdy alternative. Create a U-shape with your PVC pipes and insert the ends into two planters. Alternatively, if your porch has columns, you can zip-tie your arch frame to the existing structures. Then, attach the chicken wires to the pipes using more zip ties, and weave bright, long greenery like ferns and moss through the wire mesh. To finish turning your dated front porch into a welcoming entryway, add more faux florals to your arch until the pipes and wire are fully concealed.