If you grew up in the 70’s and 80’s, you probably remember the popular Porch Goose. Homes would sit out these geese, usually made of cement, and dress them in different outfits depending on the season or holiday. This is right before people began hanging flags on there houses for the same reason.
The Porch Goose is a fun welcoming decoration for neighbors and friends. History has that it was used as the idea of a “guard goose”. There is a legend where the geese once saved Rome. This inspired people to use them as a symbol of protection over their home.
The trend is back. This trend used to be strongly associated with Midwestern suburban homes. Families are once again decorating their Porch Goose. Nowadays, if you want a porch goose, you will have to pay a pretty penny. This is why I decided to purchase a “Desk Goose”’. Works the same but only 7 inches tall and a lot cheaper. And yes, you can find all kinds of clothes and accessories for these too. I actually crocheted it a little summer dress.
It sits pretty on my desk and since it’s beak is magnetic, It can hold paper clips, keys and other metal objects. You can purchase one HERE.
It has been a fun conversation starter as people pass by my desk.
Do you remember seeing on porches years ago?
OMGOSH- I remember those! There was the goose craze and everyone had ducks in their house, or chickens, in the 80s...and sheep...and country folk art! I lived in Florida at the time and it was a big fad there, too.
ReplyDeleteCute little desk goose you have! lol. GREAT picture of you in your profile!!!!
I don't remember them dressed on porches but do remember when everyone had them in their house. You created a cute little desk goose. :)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, this brought back such fun memories! I absolutely remember those porch geese all dressed up for every season. They always made neighborhoods feel so welcoming. Your little desk goose is adorable—and that crocheted summer dress is just the sweetest touch. I love that it’s both cute and useful with the magnetic beak. What a perfect conversation starter at work. Thanks for the smile today and the little trip down memory lane. Now I know why a woman came in the Hallmark store the other day looking for clothes for her goose!💛🪿🌼
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