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    Home » Home Decor » Garden & Exterior Decor

    How to Hygge in Summer - Cozy Porch Decor Ideas

    Published: May 17, 2018 · Modified: Dec 26, 2022 by Christina Dennis · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 26 Comments

    By now, you've probably heard of the term Hygge. It's a Danish term that's been trending over the last year or two and it was my word of the year last year. The Oxford dictionary describes Hygge as “a quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being". While it's a popular term to use when decorating your home in winter (when it's cold outside, you instantly want to feel cozy, right?) it doesn't seem to be used as much in the summer. Since one of my goals is to make our home feel cozy and content no matter the season, I thought I'd share with you my summer porch decor this year and some ideas on how you can find Hygge in your outdoor space this summer!

    Hygge Spring & Summer Cozy Outdoor Porch Decor

    This post is part of this year's Outdoor Extravaganza blog hop hosted by Shauna of Satori Design for Living. After you've read my post, make sure to hop on over to all of the other outdoor decorating & entertaining themed projects linked at the bottom.

    Hygge Spring & Summer Cozy Outdoor Porch Decor

    To make our front porch feel extra cozy and hyggeligt this season, I added a few items that you often see decorating the colder months but I altered them a bit for summer:

    Lights

    Lights aren't just pretty at Christmas time or in the dead of winter! Try stringing some globe lights to the ceiling of your porch, or hang them from a patio umbrella. They'll offer a beautiful, magical ambiance during summer evenings. I also added some remote-operated fairy lights to this macrame chandelier I made and hung here on my porch, and you can find the tutorial for that here.

    Hygge Spring & Summer Cozy Outdoor Porch Decor

    Candles

    I love how candles look decorating a porch or patio, and you can even make them practical - use citronella candles to chase those pesky mosquitoes away! You could also place faux, battery operated candles on timers in lanterns like I did here. I found these brass lanterns on clearance on a Christmas shelf at the store and thought they'd also work on a summer porch!

    Hygge Spring & Summer Cozy Outdoor Porch Decor

    Cozy, Textured Textiles

    Pillows are always my go-to decorating item when I want to change the look of a space quickly and/or on a budget. Here, I've used summery cotton floral and striped pillows, but I did mix in one mongolian sheepskin pillow for that added cozy texture. Its pink & white colourway still makes it look light, but then it's soft and cozy on a cooler evening.

    Hygge Spring & Summer Cozy Outdoor Porch Decor

    A Mix of Old & New

    Finally, nothing says Hygge like old, worn wood. My great grandpa's rocking chair is the perfect contrast to the newer, smoother furniture I have on our porch. You could hit up your local antique or thrift store to find the perfect chippy and worn bench, rocking chair or table for your own outdoor space.

    I'm looking forward to spending many evenings on our front porch with my favourite people and a good book!

    Now, come have a look at the other outdoor decorating & entertaining projects that my blogging friends are sharing today:

    Satori Design for Living | Craftberry Bush | Finding Silver Pennies | So Much Better with Age

    Zevy Joy | Amber Tysl | Postcards from the Ridge | The Happy Housie

    Casa Watkins Living | City Farmhouse | Clean and Scentsible | Vinyet Etc.

    Maison de Pax | A Pretty Life | Life on Virginia Street | On Sutton Place | The DIY Mommy

    More Inspiration

    • DIY Gardening Ideas: A Guide to Creating a Spring Garden
    • How to Make Your Front Porch Ready for Spring: 10 Easy Ideas
    • Cheerful & Easy Spring Porch Decor Ideas
    • Our 2019 Porch Decor with DIY Ideas for Spring!

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Abigail

      May 17, 2018 at 3:51 am

      These ideas are lovely. Got an inspiration from them on how to decorate my porch.

      Reply
    2. Krista

      May 17, 2018 at 9:01 am

      Such a pretty outdoor space to relax and enjoy a little - that evening light!! Amazing!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 18, 2018 at 7:06 am

        Thanks, Krista

        Reply
    3. Shauna

      May 17, 2018 at 10:04 am

      Oh, how I'd love to enjoy an evening cup of tea on your front porch. Definitely has the Hygge vibe!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 18, 2018 at 7:06 am

        Thanks, Shauna

        Reply
    4. Jo-Anna Rooney

      May 17, 2018 at 8:13 pm

      Oh my Christina, this is so GORGEOUS! I love absolutely everything about it...the lights, the chandelier, the pillows...it's all so dreamy! I'd be out there every night after the kids are in bed

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 18, 2018 at 7:05 am

        Thank you so much 💕

        Reply
    5. Laurie @ Vinyet Etc

      May 18, 2018 at 8:52 am

      This space is gorgeous and extremely welcoming! Your Great Grandpa's rocking chair though, OMGoodness, so good! I love the detail by the legs, is that an old repair? Adore that!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2018 at 8:42 am

        Thanks , Laurie

        Reply
    6. Tracey

      May 19, 2018 at 6:51 am

      Love this post! I try to change my porch up a bit every year..and these are great ideas to create that cozy welcoming feeling.

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2018 at 8:41 am

        So glad you like it 😀

        Reply
    7. Stephanie @ Casa Watkins Living

      May 19, 2018 at 8:27 am

      Oh my goodness what a cozy porch!! Perfect relaxing place for the summer. Just adore your boho macrame lantern!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2018 at 8:41 am

        Thank you, Stephanie

        Reply
    8. Danielle

      May 21, 2018 at 9:21 am

      Your porch is so inviting and cozy. It looks so romantic at night.

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 24, 2018 at 7:36 am

        Thanks, Danielle

        Reply
    9. Katrin

      May 28, 2018 at 2:05 pm

      Your porch is sooo cozy and gorgeous! I love all the little lights!!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 29, 2018 at 7:48 am

        Thank you, Katrin

        Reply

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