12 Tips to Create a Warm, Cozy Home
Your home is a place of refuge from the outside world, and it should be a space that’s comfortable and inviting. That’s why we are always looking for ways to create a warm, cozy home. Sterile, minimalistic spaces are nice and clean, but they don’t exactly exude hygge.
Here are 12 ways to create a warm, cozy home without breaking the bank.
1. Hang Curtains
Creating a cozy, warm space always involves adding layers of fabrics and textures. Curtains and window treatments are an easy way to do so.
Not only do they elevate a room’s appearance, but they also help keep the heat in during winter.
2. Invest in Quality Throw Blankets
If you want to create a warm, cozy home instantly, add some throw blankets. Because they will likely get a lot of use, it’s wise to invest in quality throw blankets made of the softest, warmest materials like chenille, velvet, and faux fur. These blankets will hold up year after year instead of cheap ones you have to replace constantly.
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3. Fill Your Home with Décor You Love
People often decorate their homes based on their aspirations rather than reality, which creates problems.
If you are solely focused on what you think looks good to others, it may not be functional. This goes against the idea of a warm and cozy home.
Instead, decorate your home in a way that reflects who you are and what you love. Look for handcrafted and one-of-a-kind décor items rather than the décor you see in a showroom.
Or, better yet, create your own and save.
4. Get Rid of Clutter
A house full of clutter is not a home of warmth and peace. It’s hard to rest in a space that’s claustrophobic and messy.
Get rid of clutter with the help of Marie Kondo’s book, and you can quickly transform any room. This doesn’t mean you have to get rid of so much that your home feels empty or sterile.
Focus on getting rid of anything that doesn’t bring you joy or serve a purpose.
5. Say No to Harsh Lighting
There is no faster way to kill a soft vibe than harsh overhead lighting.
Harsh lighting makes us think of workplaces and doctor’s offices – not exactly a setting where we feel the coziest.
Instead, swap cold bulbs for soft white, warm lights. Look for bulbs that have a color temperature of around 2700K. Install dimmer switches or smart lighting.
Add lamps and string lights.
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6. Use Baskets for Organization
Keeping your home clean and clutter-free requires organization.
However, you want to use the same warm and cozy vibe going even with your organization system.
This is where baskets come in handy. Baskets are great décor pieces that can store a lot of items. For example, you can use a basket to store all your extra throw blankets.
7. Add Plants and Flowers
You can cozy casa when you add plants, succulents, or fresh flowers.
They connect you to nature and bring calm to any room.
Plants also reduce stress and help boost your mood.
8. Cushion Floors with Rugs
Rugs are a wonderful way to add texture and color to any space. Plus, they add warmth to hardwood and laminate floors.
When you shop for an area rug, look for something with a texture that feels soft and a pattern that is welcoming.
9. Choose Neutral Colors
Neutral color schemes are cozier than bright, bold colors. However, you don’t want your home to feel too monochromatic or sterile.
You can avoid this feeling by embracing a neutral color scheme or palette.
Choose furniture, blankets, pillows, and décor items that complement the neutral color scheme but have different patterns.
This will help you avoid everything looking the same and boring.
10. Decorate the Mantel
If you have a fireplace, draw attention to this warm center by decorating your mantel.
The mantel is a great place to put soft lighting and candles. The mantel is also an ideal space for adding seasonal and holiday décor.
11. Embrace Candles
Candles are a budget-friendly way to make a room feel warm and inviting instantly. They can also fill the space with a comforting and familiar fragrance.
This is especially true if you use candles to provide lighting and ambiance. Candles get even better at creating a warm and cozy vibe when they have a great scent and eliminate unwanted odors.
If you want the soothing glow of a candle but without the fire, you can choose a flameless candle.
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12. Have Mood Setting Music
The world is a noisy place. You can tune out the noise by choosing noise that is more relaxing.
For example, invest in a white noise machine or ask Siri or Alexa to play peaceful background noise. Find a noise that brings a sense of calm, such as fire crackling, waves crashing, bird sounds, or rain.
You can also create a Spotify playlist of music that is relaxing.
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About the author Michelle Salater
Michelle Salater is a freelance finance writer with a passion for personal finance education. When she’s not in front of her computer, she’s reading biographies and exploring remote areas of the world. She also freelances for Wooster Media Group LLC.
