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Happy Father's Day to all the father figures out there! If you're in need of a last-minute gift, swing by the shop to snag sweet facial products, drink mixers, plants, and more. We're open 12-5 pm and would love to see you!

ICYMI: The Porch Light shop has been nominated for Best Local Retail Therapy in the annual Best of Portland, and we're so excited! Starting now through July 2, you can cast your vote for Porch Light by visiting the bio link and tapping on this photo. You'll find us by clicking the "Best Local Retail Therapy" category. We can't think of a better way to put the strife of 2020 behind us than by earning your vote! 🎉

We love @portlandsyrups low-sugar drink mixers. 🤤 They're great for the whole family, and the sample-size bottles make especially good gifts (hint: Father's Day is on Sunday and these are perfect additions to his mini-bar!). Tap the bio link to shop all of our flavors.

Our brass enameled key rings are great little goodies for the Dad in your life. The minimalist design and enamel color options of red, black, navy and white create a personalized option for any dude. Tap the bio link to shop now.

Father's Day is this Sunday, and we've got a whole lotta goodies to help you celebrate Dad. Beard oils, post-shave spritzers, fountain pens, drink mixers, and so much more. Tap the bio link to browse the online store, or swing by this week Weds-Sun from 12-5 p to shop.

WE NEED YOUR HELP: The Porch Light shop has been nominated for Best Local Retail Therapy in the annual Best of Portland, which makes us blush! Starting now through July 2, we need Y-O-U to cast your vote for Porch Light by visiting the bio link and tapping on this photo. 🥳 You'll find us by clicking the "Best Local Retail Therapy" category, but please do take time to vote for finalists in other categories if you can!⁠
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We can't think of a better way to put the strife of 2020 behind us than by earning your vote!

It feels like summer is ON, and with it a busy social calendar. It can feel a little overwhelming at times, especially after a year+ of staying home, so don't forget to take it slow. Remember to carve out time for yourself and a grounding ritual. 🕯️ Tap the bio link to shop incense and candles in soothing scents.

Headed to any housewarming parties or dinner events? We love brining hosts a cute little houseplant and pot as a nice gesture, because who doesn't love plants? 😉 Tap the bio link to shop pots and plant tools.

We're very ready for all the outdoor dining this warmer weather is providing. Snag some recycled glassware from our home goods section by tapping the bio link! We've got styles for all kinds of drinks and occasions.

Summer solstice is right around the corner, and with it comes sunnier days and warmer temps. Yay! Don't forget to edit your skincare routine to match the environmental shift. You may find you need a toner to combat sweat, or a more intense moisturizer to quench thirsty skin after a day outside. We've got all kinds of green beauty products in our apothecary section, which you can shop from anywhere by tapping the bio link. 🛁

We're stocked up on planters with drainage, beautiful houseplants, and all the gear required to keep them happy and healthy. Swing by today until 5p, or tap the bio link to shop plant goodies online. 🌵

Here's your friendly reminder that small businesses need you just as much as we ever have. As things reopen around us and life starts to feel a bit more like pre-pandemic times, shops like ours are still very much digging out of the hole created by 2020. Never underestimate the ability to make a small business owner's day by purchasing even the tiniest trinket. It means everything. 🌸

Anyone else big on spring cleaning? There's something so satisfying about throwing the windows open, shaking out the rugs, and clearing the slate for a new season. Our finishing touch? A few spritzes of aromatherapy spray. We've got eight different scents to chose from, and each one is made with 100% natural ingredients and 5-10 pure therapeutic-grade essential oils and plant extracts. They're safe enough to use as a facial or body mist, too. Tap the bio link to shop.

Today is the last day to nominate local businesses for The Best of Portland! After a tough year, we would SO appreciate your vote for us in the Best Local Retail Therapy category. And don't forget to give your other Portland-based faves some love across other categories. We couldn't do this without you! Tap the bio link to support all your most-loved spots. 💕

This bathroom vibe is so fresh and so clean. We spy our Sundae planter, Mulholland candle, floral match sleeve, and Basecoat nail colors in this setup via @laurajude_. Shop any of these goodies by visiting the bio link, or DMing us.

Our house line of candles is made with 100% clean- burning soy/coconut wax and cotton wicks, and is hand-poured in small batches right here in Portland by the Porch Light shop's founder. Tap the bio link to explore various scents and support local!

We're stocked up on planters right now, some of which can be spotted in the online shop. Tap the bio link to browse, or swing by to peep the full collection. We're here Weds-Sun from 12-5 pm.

Local makers. Independent designers. Precious stone and metals. We care about people and craft, so that's what you'll find in our jewelry case. Tap the bio link to see our online collection, or DM us if you're looking for a specific piece.

Swing by the shop this weekend while you're out and about! We still need your support as much as we ever have. Snag a card, or a pen, or a single matchbook. No gesture is too small. 💕⁠
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Open Weds-Sun from 12-5pm. Masks still required while shopping.

Ready for spring with fresh nail colors from @basecoatnailsalon. 💅🏿💅🏾💅🏻 Tap the bio link to shop non-toxic, vegan and cruelty-free options.⁠
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Happy Monday! We're open every week Weds-Sun from 12-5pm, but you can DM us any time to inquire about products, or browse the online shop by tapping the bio link. 🪴 As an update, we still ask that all shop visitors wear a mask when in the store. Thanks for helping us look out for our team and other non-vaccinated folks for the time being!

Your plants are probably starting to grow like wild right now, which means it's time to stay up on TLC! Snag a mister for humidity lovers, shears for heavy-duty pruning, and plant food in the Pots + Tools section of our site. Tap the bio link to browse now.

Our Big Minute Pot comes in more than 10 different colors, has drainage, and is complete with a matching saucer. Scoop this 5"x5" planter by tapping the bio link. It's the perfect home for a 4" houseplant!

Shifting seasons can means shifting your skincare routine. We've got some seriously soothing toners, hydrating face balms, and nourishing serums to combat the warmer temps and sunnier days. Tap the bio link to shop our apothecary section. We've got a more robust selection in the store, so feel free to DM us if you want something you don't see listed online!

Cheers to mother figures everywhere! A single Sunday is truly not enough time to celebrate all the ways in which moms show up in the world. Let's make this show of adoration, love, and praise an everyday practice, because moms really do deserve it. 💐⁠
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PS: Don't forget about our Mother's Day Floral Pop-up happening today from 11a-3p. We'll have local florists @kristineaejin and @carolinereusenflowers here with wrapped bouquets in all colors and sizes for you to grab for mom!

DON'T FORGET: our Mother's Day Pop-Up is this Sunday, May 9th! Floral designers @carolinereusenflowers and @kristineaejin will be here from 11a-3p with gorgeous, wrapped local blooms in various sizes and color palettes for you to chose from. Plus, a portion of their proceeds will be donated to Angela Tucker’s adoptee mentorship program @angieadoptee; a cause that's near and dear to the hearts of these two Portland-based adoptees. ⁠
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We hope to see you here for our celebration of moms everywhere! 🌷

Sweet shop shelfie featuring the most soothing color palette and candle collection. Tap the bio link to shop spring scents, botanically-illustrated match sleeves, and aromatic incense.

We just restocked our online planter collection and there's a whole lot of beauty packed into the walls of the web shop. Tap the bio link to shop pots online, or swing by any time this week Weds-Sun from 12-5pm. We'd love to see you!

It's May, which means Mother's Day is right around the corner. Don't let next weekend sneak up on you! Tap the bio link to shop our letter press cards and other handmade goodies fit for the matriarch of the family!

Mother's Day Pop-Up! 💐 We're thrilled to host @carolinereusenflowers and @kristineaejin for a floral pop-up in celebration of all mother figures on Sunday, May 9th from 11a-3p.⁠
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Floral designers Krissie and Caroline will be set up in front of our shop with wrapped local blooms in various sizes and color palettes for you to chose from. Plus, a portion of their proceeds will be donated to Angela Tucker’s adoptee mentorship program @angieadoptee; a cause that's near and dear to the hearts of these two Portland-based adoptees. ⁠
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Swing by with mom after your brunch plans to browse beautiful blooms and local goodies, and give gratitude for mothers everywhere!⁠

Looking for locally-made, handcrafted, sustainably-sourced goods? We carry all that and more at the shop. If you're into details, craftspersonship and plants, you'll be right at home here. Tap the bio link to visit our online shop, or swing by Weds-Sun from 12-5 pm if you're in the Portland area.

Just a lil' bathroom shelfie to infuse some spring vibes into your feed courtesy of houseplants, pink glass candles, and fresh nail polish colors. Tap the bio link to visit our site and shop goodies.

Our oak poster hanger transforms any print, card, or parchment into a beautiful piece of wall art. The magnetic grips keep your art safe, while the cord and brass-headed pin secure it to the wall with a touch of minimalist perfection. Tap the bio link to shop.

Our glass misters and wood-handled shears heard it was spring and insisted on being featured. Tap the bio link to shop these goodies and other faves from our Plant Parent section.

Plants on plants on plants! Our foliage is available for in-store or curbside pickup in Portland, and there's a whole lot of it to go around. Stop by this week during open hours to get your plant-powered fix. 🌿

Candle scents in gorgeous pink glass containers: the item we never new we needed in our lives. Visit the bio link to shop scents!

Shop views brought to you by letterpress wrapping paper, handmade cards, and the plant fam. Tap the bio link to shop our online store, or visit us in person Weds-Sun from 12-5pm. We love seeing you!

✨NEW✨ Grip-friendly clippers in a beautiful mint color. Make your plant collection proud with chrome-plated, rust-resistant shears that are lightweight, and have a high carbon steel blade + needle-nose tip for easy pruning and harvesting.⁠ Tap or visit the bio link to shop!

Is it just us, or is lighting a candle more satisfying when you've got cute matches to do it with? Tap the bio link to shop long matches in pretty sleeves, plus tons of gorgeous candle scents. 🕯️

Just listed in the online shop: our new rainbow air plant holders. Each one is made from reclaimed wood, hand painted and complete with a little magnet so you can even have plants on your fridge. Plus, a tree is planted with each purchase! Visit the bio link to shop all three colors. 🌈

Candles aren't just reserved for winter. Spring scents like Wild Honey, Flowers On The Hillside, and Swarm Of Bees are just a sampling of the fresh, herbaceous and floral-forward scents we've got in the shop right now. Tap or visit the bio link to shop our online store, or swing by this week from 12-5 pm, now through Sunday.

✨ GIVEAWAY✨ Enter to win a front-row seat at our upcoming online Kokedama workshop, plus a cute little room spray! Next week we're hosting @mypoppyandfinch for a DIY lesson on creating your own Japanese moss ball, and one lucky winner will get to attend for FREE (a $30 value!).⁠
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To enter:⁠
🌿 Follow @mypoppyandfinch, @porchlightpdx and @porchlightdsm⁠
🌿 Tag your favorite plant pals (1 tag = 1 entry)⁠
🌿 Save this post for extra credit⁠
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For information about the workshop date, time, etc., tap the bio link.⁠
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This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram. Open to U.S. residents only. Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm PT on 4/11. One winner will be announced on 4/12.

Sunnier days = outdoor dining and patio entertaining. Bring our gorgeous recycled glassware to the table setting at your next backyard get-together or small gathering. Visit the bio link to snag a set!

We have tons of gorgeous pots with drainage and matching saucers in the shop right now. We don't like to play favorites, but we're really crushing on the Sundae Pot at the moment - pictured above with the black confetti design. Tap to shop, or swing by to see other options that aren't listed online yet!

Even our purses need a little Spring cleaning this time of year. As the weather shifts, we like throwing a few staples into our bags like: Sea Mist hair potion for beachy waves, a punchy lip tint, and a little comb to tame locks that sometimes see 2-3 season in a day. What kinds of items do you refuse to leave home without? 🌿 Visit the bio link to shop goodies like this from our apothecary section.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own Kokedama? On Wednesday, 4/14, we're hosting @mypoppyandfinch for a virtual workshop on this very topic! ⁠
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Learn how to create your own Japanese moss ball from scratch with a step-by-step tutorial, get care tips and tricks, plus we'll have plenty of time for Q&A. ⁠
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Tickets start at $30 for the virtual session, and you can always add on a kit if you'd like to follow along from home with pre-assembled materials. ⁠
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Click the bio link to sign up and join us at 5:30p PT / 7:30p CT for this 90-minute plant-powered session!⁠
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Can't make the live class? Sign up as you would normally and we'll send you the recorded version afterward.

Mixed metals, precious gem stones, handmade designs, and attention to detail: that's what you'll find in our jewelry case. When you buy a treasure from our shop you're also supporting independent designers, slow fashion, and small businesses. And that's a big deal. 🙌🏻 Tap the bio link to shop this brass double-droplet necklace.

This year has been tough. One challenge after the next has been beyond hard on small businesses, our little shop included. So, remember this: every single purchase you make counts in a big way. A sleeve of matches. A cute pen. A fresh journal. They may seem like little things, but to us they're the gestures that'll help keep our doors open. Tap to visit our online shop, or swing by Wednesday through Sunday to find a few treasures in person.

Anyone else doing a little Spring cleaning? Not only are we scrubbing down our homes, but we're also cleaning up our skincare routines by swapping gentle, organic and plant-based products with our old stuff. Visit the bio link to shop some of these clean-beauty goodies!

One of our most popular lip tints is now available online! This organic balm looks flattering on everyone and can be worn as a sheer tint or layered for a deeper look. Tap to shop. 💋

Cards on cards on cards in the shop right now. We've got lots of handmade letterpress designs by small biz owners for every occasion. Never underestimate what a little snail mail can do for morale! Tap the bio link to shop online styles, or visit us in person to see our full selection.

Last chance! Our Potting 101 workshop with @plants_by_her is THIS Thursday and we couldn't be more excited to learn about best practices and ask all our houseplant questions. Registration closes on 3/18 at noon so tap the bio link to sign up so you're prepared to re-pot your plants as we head into the first weekend of Spring!

Our days are getting longer, and Spring Equinox is right around the corner. That means we're coming up on the season of picnics, refreshing beverages, and comfortable patio weather. Visit the bio link to shop our recycled glassware and other picnic goodies so you're ready for al fresco hosting in the coming weeks!

Daylight Savings Time begins! While we're not jazzed about losing an hour of sleep, we're definitely ready to welcome Spring and more daylight hours with open arms.

✨NEW✨ These gorgeous pink-glass candles from ROEN are making us blush. Small batch, woman-owned, and available in four unique scents. Visit the bio link to shop now. 💗 Dreamy photo via @roencandles / @juliarosemuller.

Shop views are 🙌🏼🙌🏽🙌🏾🙌🏿 this weekend! Swing by to say "hi" while doors are open through Sunday from 12-5pm.

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