How to Create a Cozy Home

Hey friends!

It’s a brand new week which means I have a new post to share with you all! Today, I am going to share my five tips on creating a cozy and inviting home. With Fall right around the corner, I thought this would be helpful for anyone that’s looking to add some warmth to their home. I like our home to feel cozy all year long, but Fall tops the list for coziness in my eyes. Therefore, here are my tips on how to make a cozy home for you and your family!

Candles — I’m a candle lover! Bath and Body Works is my guilty pleasure. I think candles add the perfect element of cozy to your home. There is nothing I love more than snuggling up on the couch with a good book and a candle going. The warm light and scent of the candles put me at ease immediately. Most of the candles in our home are real, but I occasionally use flameless tea lights for decorating purposes. If you are sensitive to smell or worry you’ll forget to blow the candle out at night, then I think the flameless tea lights or candles are a great alternative! Amazon has some great flameless options that look very real. I’ll link the ones I like here.

Throw Blankets — Not only am I a candle lover, but blankets are a must for me! You will almost always find a throw blanket draped around our couches regardless of the season. In the Summer/Spring, I usually have one that is lightweight. However, once Fall hits, I love a good ole chunky knit blanket! I love having these around because I want my family and our guests to feel relaxed and comfortable.

Photos— Having your favorite memories on display for all to see is another great way to make your home feel inviting. Photos give others a glimpse into our lives, and in my opinion, not having any personal sentiments can make your home feel cold and impersonal.

Books — I’ve always enjoyed reading and think having books stacked up on a coffee table or displayed in your home adds a warm, personal touch. Plus, is there anything better than getting swept up in a fabulous page-turner on a cold drizzly day? I think not! :)

Baked goods — If you are expecting guests or want to make a special treat for your family, baked goods are the ultimate cozy tip! Nothing warms the heart more than yummy food! You can make anything you want, but homemade bread and chocolate chip cookies are my go-to! I also love the sweet scent it leaves in our home when I’ve been baking.

Those are all the tips I have for you today, friends! Let me know in the comments what your cozy tips are for your home!

Thanks for reading. :)

Love, Brandi