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What is the porch goose trend? I’m breaking down the viral porch goose craze, where to buy one, sizes, and goose outfits for every season.

23" plastic goose statue from Lowe's

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Meet Gertie Girl Goose

This might be my most ridiculous home decor purchase yet, and I am not sorry! It’s currently -2 degrees in New Hampshire, with a foot or two of snow falling outside my window. ❄️

So if I want to hibernate and spend my afternoon creating DIY porch goose outfits for Gertie Girl, so be it. I always go all in — which is exactly why the goose craze pulled me in so fast.

3 image collage with plastic goose from Lowe's

What Is the Porch Goose Trend?

If you’ve been scrolling TikTok or Pinterest lately and keep seeing dressed-up plastic geese standing on people’s front porches, you’ve stumbled onto the porch goose trend.

So, what is a porch goose, exactly? It’s a decorative statue — usually plastic, polyresin, or concrete — that homeowners dress up in tiny outfits and swap out for the seasons, holidays, or just for fun.

The goose trend has turned into a full-blown craze this year, with sold-out statues, DIY porch goose outfit tutorials, and entire Facebook groups dedicated to tracking down where to buy one.

I’m in a group with over 260,000 members, and the most common question is always the same: “Where do you find the porch goose?”

I started my own local spin-off — The Porch Goose Club of New England — where members share where they found their goose locally, plus their outfits and dressed up goose ideas. If you’re in New England, come join us!

Why Are Porch Geese Popular?

Why porch goose, of all things? A few reasons this trend has taken off:

  • They’re endlessly customizable. One goose, unlimited outfits — Halloween one week, a Christmas sweater the next.
  • They bring instant personality to a porch. A porch goose at home says “come on in” in a way a plain wreath never could.
  • They’re a low-cost creative outlet. Thrifted doll clothes, dollar store fabric, or a quick sewing pattern is all you need.
  • Social media made them shareable. The viral porch goose moment really took off on TikTok, where people started posting their geese in increasingly elaborate costumes, and the trend snowballed from there.

Where Did the Goose Statue Craze Start?

The goose statue trend feels brand new, but these cheerful plastic and concrete geese have actually been sitting on lawns for over forty years, mostly in small towns and suburbs across the U.S.

The craze took off again when people started sharing their dressed-up geese on social media, especially TikTok, and suddenly the humble lawn goose became the perfect way to show off your crafty (or sassy) side.

Where to Buy a Porch Goose Statue

There are typically three types of porch geese, and where you’ll find each one varies:

  • Concrete Goose — Check local garden centers, antique stores, and vintage markets. These are heavier and pricier because of the material.
  • PolyResin Goose — A step up from plastic in both weight and price. Look in-store at Lowe’s, Walmart, or Hobby Lobby, though from what I’ve seen, these are sold out almost everywhere right now.
  • Plastic Goose — The most popular and affordable option, and also the hardest to find thanks to the trend. This is the classic viral porch goose everyone’s after.

I ordered my classic plastic porch goose online at Lowe’s with free shipping — placed the order Friday, and it arrived Sunday during a snowstorm via FedEx.

shipping box from Lowe's with plastic goose
23" plastic goose from Lowe's Home Improvement

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It has an opening on the bottom so you can add sand or stones to weigh it down for outdoor stability — handy if your goose lives outside year-round.

A few more options I loved while shopping:

4 images of porch geese from Lowe's

Canadian Tire Porch Goose

For my Canadian readers asking about a Canadian Tire goose — Canadian Tire has carried plastic and polyresin lawn geese seasonally in past years as part of their garden and outdoor decor lineup, so it’s worth checking your local store’s garden center or their website closer to spring, when porch geese are typically restocked.

Canadian Tire goose statue

Because the porch geese trend has gone viral, inventory (there and everywhere else) tends to move fast, so I’d snag one as soon as you spot it rather than waiting.

Sizes of Porch Geese: Which One Should You Get?

One of the biggest questions I get is about sizes of porch goose statues, since it really changes how you’ll dress and display it. Here’s a quick breakdown:

  • 7 inch mini desk goose — a fun, easy-to-style tabletop version of the trend — perfect for a desk, shelf, or small entryway when you want the goose look without committing to a full-size outdoor statue.
  • 17 inch porch goose — A great tabletop or small-porch size. Easier to find outfits for since it’s close to the classic doll-clothes range.
  • 20 inch goose — A nice in-between size; substantial enough to anchor a porch display without being hard to store.
  • 21 inch goose statue — One of the most popular sizes for outfits right now, since a lot of Etsy sellers are designing specifically for this size.
  • 23 inch classic goose — What Gertie Girl is! This is the classic, most recognizable size and the one most widely sold.

If you’re planning to buy 20 inch porch goose outfits or 21 inch goose clothes, always double-check the seller’s size chart before ordering — “porch goose” isn’t a standardized size across brands, so a 21″ fit from one shop won’t necessarily fit a 21″ goose from another.

DIY Porch Goose Outfits

If you’d rather make than buy, a DIY porch goose outfit is easier than it looks and doesn’t require much sewing experience. Here’s how I approach it:

  1. Start with the neck and head. Most goose outfits are really just a cape, poncho, or turtleneck-style tube that slips over the head and drapes over the body — you’re not tailoring a fitted garment.
  2. Repurpose thrifted or doll clothing. I found a porcelain doll at Goodwill for $5 (50% off) and the green velvet cape, hat, and muff fit my 23″ goose perfectly. Doll clothes, baby doll capes, and even toddler-sized hats are great DIY goose material.
  3. No-sew options work great. Hot glue, fabric scissors, and felt can get you a simple seasonal outfit (a pumpkin costume, a Santa hat and scarf) in under 30 minutes.
  4. Sew a basic cape if you want something custom. A half-circle of fabric with a tie or velcro closure at the neck is the easiest possible pattern, and it fits almost any goose statue size with minor adjustments.
  5. Accessorize. A small sign, scarf, or seasonal magnet set finishes the look without any extra sewing at all.

Gertie Girl’s velvet winter cape and hat cost me $2.50 total, and now she looks so regal and cozy sitting by the fire. (I probably won’t put her outside until winter’s over — definitely not during a snowstorm!)

thrift store velvet cape for goose
gertie girl porch goose with winter coat

The jewel-tone velvet even matches my living room, which has a navy blue velvet chair and emerald green velvet sofa — a happy accident, but it works.

I also picked up this Porch Goose Welcome Sign, which comes with 16 interchangeable seasonal magnets, for under $10.

porch goose with sign
interchangeable goose sign magnets

Where to Find Porch Goose Outfits (If You’d Rather Buy)

If DIY isn’t your thing, there are plenty of ready-made porch goose outfits and goose clothes options, in a range of sizes:

I’m hoping to start a “porch goose outfit of the month” collaboration in the Facebook group with readers — stay tuned for that.

Porch Goose FAQ

What is a porch goose? A porch goose is a decorative statue, usually made of plastic, polyresin, or concrete, that sits on your porch or lawn. Many people dress them up in costumes or seasonal outfits, giving them personality and charm.

What is the goose trend? It’s the viral resurgence of dressing up lawn and porch goose statues in seasonal or themed outfits, then sharing them on social media — especially TikTok and Pinterest.

Where can I get a goose statue? Porch geese can be found at garden centers, craft stores, Lowe’s, Walmart, Canadian Tire (seasonally), and online marketplaces like Etsy and Amazon. Social media has also helped people track down local sources as the trend has grown.

Why are porch geese popular? They’re fun, quirky, and endlessly creative. People love giving them outfits, naming them, and sharing photos online, which has made the porch goose trend a beloved way to show personality at home.

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porch goose in velvet thrift store cape

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What is a porch goose?

A porch goose is a decorative statue, usually made of plastic or concrete, that sits on your porch or lawn. Many people dress them up in costumes or seasonal outfits, giving them personality and charm.

Where can I get a porch goose?

Porch geese can be found at craft stores, garden centers, online marketplaces like Etsy or Amazon, and sometimes at local home decor shops. Social media trends have also helped people discover where to buy them locally.

Why are porch geese so popular?

They are fun, quirky, and creative. People love giving them outfits, naming them, and sharing photos online. The trend has gone viral on TikTok and other social media, making porch geese a beloved way to show personality and charm at home.

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