5 ways to cosy up your home for Autumn
While I’m still hoping that summer might arrive, the truth is it is now September, the nights are really starting to draw in and it’s starting to feel just a little bit nippy of an evening; so while it is still warm enough to think about it without it being a quick it’s so cold job, it is a good time to start cosying up your home, ready for the winter and here are 5 tips for getting your home winter ready.
1. Fairy Lights.
Twinkle Twinkle little lights, how you make the room look nice. I’m not a huge fan of harsh lighting and adding touches like fairy lights can help make a softer ambience around the room.
2. Blankets.
We all know our gas and electric bills go up in winter thanks to needing the heating on, but try and keep it off for as long as you can by donning extra layers and treating yourself to a nice blanket or two. They are just perfect for snuggling under while you watch a film or catch up on a good book as well.
3. A new table.
When it comes to winter I always love having a cup of tea, a book and perhaps a lamp nearby and to be honest with you my side tables are looking a little dodgy so I could just imagine upgrading to a beautiful oak table to hold all my must have goodies close by.
4. Candles.
While fairy lights help start bring a softer light to the room, this can be added to by the addition of candles, which not only help with a little bit of light but can also bring a wonderful scent and warm to the room. A favourite of mine when it comes to autumn is Fireside Treats by Yankee Candles.
5. A warm crackling fire.
Ok this one is probably an in my dreams one, but I would adore an open fire, the sounds, smells and warmth, I’m not sure anything can quite compare to that.
So that’s my five ideas, but what about you, how are you looking to get your home cosy of winter?
Reading a book by the fireplace photo from Shutterstock.
Candles are great as you can virtually get any scent as well as providing lighting for your room too.
I love these ideas 🙂 I already enjoy my scented candles and my slanket. The darker nights are certainly closing in!
Claire
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I’m so glad autumn is here. Candles, slow cooked dinners, fluffy boots etc really appeal to me x
I love Autumn -but my favourite is an open fire and sandlewood Joss sticks
Autumn is my favourite time of year and I love to choose a new Yankee Candle to see me through the long evenings!
Just yesterday we were saying we need to get some fairylights.
I actually spent my birthday money list year on a wool blanket, and NO ONE is allowed to touch it! And do not get between me and my sheepskin slippers, or there will be serious trouble. #GrannyGram
Ive got some wonderful bright Yak wool blankets which help keep us warm in the cooler nights x
I love this seasonal post and that table is what I have been after in ages ! Ghosh already autumn !
Puts new blankets on shopping list!
I love sitting on the sofa with a really comfy blanket and hot chocolate. I do like the colder months.
Ooh – it is getting colder at night and Christmas is coming!
My rooms is full of candles and I have fairy lights at the bottom of my bed! They make me feel so cosy and relaxed. I love getting my house more festive for the colder months
I long to move to a house with a real fire, it is the one thing I miss, especially in winter
A big yes to all of these! Thank you for reminding my why I love autumn so much as I’ve been feeling a little sad about the fact summer is over this year (well… Time wise, not that we actually got a summer lol)
By lighting our wood burner – we already had to light it on the Bank Holiday weekend as it was so cold, and it instantly made everything feel cosy!
I have to say I love Autumn simply because live sort of slows down and you get to spend a lot more time cosying up on the couch with a cup of hot chocolate 🙂
Laura x
The only thing that makes summer ending okay, is the thought of cosy autumn nights with blankets and candles! I think Matalan does such lovely home things, like fleesey blankets and lovely cushions 🙂 x
We have recently set up fairy lights amongst some logs in our fire place, tick! The blankets have never been put away as its still so cold in the mornings, no new tables as the old ones will do… candles… yes although its a summer scent of watermelon burning… and the log fire has been blocked by a duvet stuffed up the chimney to stop the draughts!! Great tips!
I just love winter the most & these are some great ways to get prepared to it. I definitely love blankets & then lighting up those candles as a sign of autumn to make it all so much fun & exciting.
This is a great table. I love the design. When the colder weather sets in i love my fire place. Candles are always a great way to make a room feel cozy.
Everything on this list is perfect for autumn. I love fairy lights and candles.
Daniella | Freshly Pressed Beauty
Can’t beat a good candle! I love Fireside Treats, need to bring my one out again!
As you know I am now away in super hot gran canaria but your post made me super excited for the night when I’m back! I’m so gonna put the candles on and fairy lights! Thank you!
We love blankets around here, I have them everywhere to grab and snuggle.
I would love to get the house cozy. I would love an open fire too!