Find new ways to say “Welcome!” with paint party porch signs! If you are looking for a painting project that is guaranteed to draw a crowd every single time, look no further than the humble porch leaner! These porch signs are super popular and lots of fun to make. Check out my favorite signs and see what I mean!

A bright and cheery porch leaner makes the best welcome to any home. It’s often the first thing you see when you walk up to a home – smack dab by the front door. And I can’t think of a better way to make a great first impression. 

Plus, you can change your porch signs throughout the year with seasonal designs to celebrate the changing seasons. 

Whether you are painting with a group of friends or teaching a paint party, these signs are incredibly popular every single time I do them. After all, who doesn’t want some cute curb appeal?

In this post, I’m rounding up all of my very favorite porch sign projects, with holiday-inspired learners and year-round gorgeous-ness.

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1. Welcome Porch Sign

I ADORE this simple “Welcome” porch leaner (can you tell?). 

This design is a great addition to your paint party arsenal because it’s super versatile. 

Customize it with your favorite colors, wood staining, and ribbon accents for endless design possibilities! 

2. Simple Sunflower Welcome Sign

The sunflower porch learners are so cheerful and welcoming, with painted blooms that will brighten everyone’s day!

This project has example designs with both classic sunflowers and pink rose buds; feel free to combine them for a whole new design. 

And if you’re worried about the lettering, never fear!

Some handy letter stencils from Essential Stencils will guide your way. Psst – don’t forget to use code TEXASHEIDI for a sweet discount!

3. Fun Flamingo Sign

This summer porch leaner is bold and graphic, with big lettering and an eye-catching color palette. Hot pink and leaf green practically jump off the plain black base!

If you want to add a tropical feel to your front porch, no matter your location, this porch sign is the project for you. 

4. Hello Pumpkin Porch Sign

Fall decor doesn’t need to be all reds and oranges. In fact, a monochrome black and white porch leaner can look perfectly seasonal with the right design!

Enter – my “Hello Pumpkin” porch sign.

This easy project uses bold white lettering and a gorgeous floral pumpkin decal from Essential Stencils. 

It’s simple, chic, and will look great on your front porch!

5. Cute Snowman Porch Leaner

When winter comes calling, so does the snowy decor! Yes, even here in Texas. 😉

This wintery porch leaner features a friendly snowman in a cheery snowscape. Best of all, this design can be done totally free-handed, no matter your skill level. 

6. Summer Porch Decor

Summon all the tropical beach feels with this easy summer porch leaner. 

This color combination of tangerine orange and hot pink reminds me of bright summer days. And the easy palm tree design is a great way to practice your free-hand painting skills!

7. Christmas Snowflake Sign

If rustic signs are more your thing, you’ll appreciate this farmhouse-style snowflake leaner. 

This design features a classic red and gold color combination and stenciled snowflakes for extra wintery beauty. 

Then, the rest of the natural wood sign is left to shine for an old-timey appeal.

8. Summertime Porch Leaner

Ah, sweet summertime. 

This watermelon-themed leaner has all the sweetest elements of the season, from pink sunflower stencils to a sparkly watermelon decal. 

Customize this design with the summer fruit of your choosing. Peach or strawberry would also be super cute.

9. Sunflower Porch Sign

Sunflowers are one of those emblematic fall symbols – their gorgeous yellow petals totally suit the classic fall colors. 

This porch features bold sunflowers, complementary blue polka dots, and brown stenciled lettering from Essential Stencils. 

10. Blacklight Porch Sign

What’s better than a fall porch leaner? A fall porch leaner that literally GLOWS. 

This Halloween design uses black light paint for a ghoulish glow – perfect for spooky season!

The “Trick or Treat” lettering is the perfect welcome to all the incoming trick-or-treaters. 

Plus, this sign looks great in the daylight too! The bold black lettering against the fun purple backdrop really pops. 

11. Fall Sunflower Leaner

Happy fall y’all! This autumn porch leaner adds a country twist to a classic fall design. 

Free-handed sunflowers look sunny and bright against the clean black backdrop. And the stenciled lettering adds professional-looking results to your homemade design. 

This mix of stencils and free-hand painting is a great way to build confidence in beginner paint partiers. 

These designs are for everyone!

12. Easy Snowman Leaner

Greet your guests this holiday season with this friendly snowman leaner. 

With a classic top hat and warm winter scarf, this snowman is decked out for the winter weather. You can even customize him with fun details like twig arms and wool mittens. 

Let your creativity drive your painting!

13. Vintage Santa Leaner

This vintage Santa porch leaner is nostalgic and beautiful. 

I love the light blue backdrop because it’s a fun change from traditional red and green Christmas color schemes. The sweet gold star adds the perfect finishing touch!

14. Candy Corn Porch Leaner

For this Halloween design, I was inspired by the best part of the holiday – the candy!

I used a candy corn background, painting simple stripes for a bright, colorful display. 

Add bold Halloween lettering and black bats from Essential Stencils, and you’re good to go!

15. Spring Bunny Leaner

This Spring bunny porch leaner may look a little bit intimidating to start. But I promise, it’s surprisingly easy to replicate. 

You can make your own springtime leaner, complete with a welcoming Easter bunny and a ton of brightly-colored blooms!

That finishes off my favorite porch signs… so far. I’m always coming up with new painted sign ideas as inspiration strikes!

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