• Home
  • DIY
    • Accessories
    • Art
    • Drywall
    • Lighting
    • Flooring
    • Painting
    • Tools
    • Window treatments
    • Woodwork
  • Decor
    • Closet
    • Dining room
    • Guest bedroom
    • Hallway
    • Kitchen
    • Living room
    • Office
  • Life
    • Home ownership
    • Organization
  • Archives
  • Get the latest updates
  • FOLLOW ME ON PINTEREST!
  • Get your wall prep freebie!
    Social Icons
  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Hello home, girl!

making a home on a tiny budget.

02/06/2023

5 quick and simple ways to create a cozy home

A year ago, my family was snowed in with frozen pipes and no heat. It was a truly scary and humbling experience. This year, we’re blessed to have a warm home to set the cozy vibes. Don’t let the cozy vibes go away with the holidays! Check out my 5 favorite ways to feel the warmth in the thickest part of winter.

5 quick and simple ways to create a cozy home

Red chair and red vintage tartan blanket in front of bird of paradise plant

1. Use wool blankets

Wool blankets are versatile – both for utility and attractiveness. Drape them over the side of a chair or couch in case you want to snuggle on super cold days. Lay them out for a romantic indoor picnic on the floor. Neatly folder them at the foot of a bed for extra texture and warm feet.

My wool blankets are from an amazing garage sale! Check out how I refreshed my vintage blankets before I brought them inside my home.

photo of person holding scented candle in a cozy home.
Photo by thevibrantmachine on Pexels.com

2. Put some love in the air

Although I love a good diffuser for the warmer months, there is nothing like the smell of candles in cold weather! To me, the ambiance and depth of scents feel more appropriate when it’s colder. No batteries or electricity are necessary to enjoy a traditional candle. However, if traditional candles are not your thing, try using a wax warmer!

Wax warmers provide ease of swapping out scents easily. Plus, the scents are easier to store. For instance, I was given a bunch of waxes by a family member. I took an afternoon to organize them into zipper bags and label them based on seasons. Scents that scream cozy home vibes to me include cinnamon, pine, and snickerdoodle cookies! I use those a lot during frigid temperature months.

A wax warmer is lit next to two tapered candles in gold candelabra. A pink retro style lamp and flower art is also in view. Great for a cozy home.

Cleaning a wax warmer is a breeze, by the way. Just carefully pour out your wax into the trash before it solidifies (use oven mitts if the warming dish is too hot). Then, put a couple of cotton balls in the warming dish to soak up the remaining wax. No cotton balls on hand? A paper towel cut in half will do!

3. Add moody lighting to your cozy home

Speaking of candles and wax warmers, they can definitely be a source of moody lighting! Even battery operated candles can be super helpful in setting the mood. As the amount of daylight is currently super short, you might be tempted to either sit in the dark or turn on your brightest overhead light. However, maximum cozy home vibes fall somewhere in the middle. Layered lighting is key.

Mirror wall
Adding many textures/mirror wall fun

For example, our dining room utilizes recessed and chandelier lighting on dimmer switches. Additionally, three additional lamps are around the room, like these two lamps with shades and one lamp with a pink and textured glass drum.

If installing recessed lighting is not an option, lean in to using lamps. You might consider using warm colored light bulbs for table lamps instead of bright daylight bulbs during the winter. Even colored bulbs can be beautiful. Rose-colored light bulbs? Love it!

4. Feel the warm and fuzzies

Next, to keep the winter fun, fuzzy items add depth and softness. Think robes, slippers, and throw blankets. Layer wool blankets with a faux sheepskin. Cuddle up in your favorite robe. Wear the warm slippers!

The record Looking Back by Stevie Wonder sits on a 1970s era stereo.
Play nostalgic music.

5. Play nostalgic music

Whatever genre that is, take a trip down memory lane to create the cozy home that you love. Seventies funk reminds me of the days of being at home with my mama and daddy. Indeed there is some serious and thought provoking music embedded in that genre (think Innervisions by Stevie Wonder), but I choose the upbeat jaunts to keep my cozy energy up and sad energy down. Tapping into nostalgic memories from a happy time in life can make you feel comfy at home. As soon as you get home, turn on some music to keep your energy flowing and resist the urge to instantly get in bed! (I gotta admit it – I’m partially convincing myself of this!)

In conclusion, a cozy home doesn’t end with holiday cheer.

I get it – you’re tired of winter and are looking forward to Spring. But let’s breathe new life into these chilly days and show ourselves a little love with a cozy, comfortable, and warm home. These simple tips can keep you cozy until the Spring. Finally, please remember that that cozy home feeling doesn’t need to end with your favorite holiday. Let nature inspire you to nest well.

Sincerely,

Felicia.

Related

Bedroom, Decor, Dining room, Guest bedroom, Living room

Posts you may like

  • No sewing necessary: 2 easy ways to hem curtains

    No sewing necessary: 2 easy ways to hem curtains

  • Don’t look up: One Room Challenge, Week 5

    Don’t look up: One Room Challenge, Week 5

  • Skimming a textured wall for wallpaper

    Skimming a textured wall for wallpaper

Want to know the next post?

Reader Interactions

6 comments

  1. Carly says

    02/07/2023 at 8:18 pm

    You are so right about the lighting! Some of my lighting feels so harsh in the winter! And I love the notion of nostalgic tunes to bring those warm fuzzies ❤

    Reply
    • Felicia | hellohomegirl says

      02/08/2023 at 12:55 pm

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  2. Christine says

    02/08/2023 at 2:40 pm

    Love your tips for a cozy home! Especially the emphasis on fuzzy comfy textiles and blankets!

    Reply
    • Felicia | hellohomegirl says

      02/08/2023 at 7:57 pm

      Isn’t cuddling up in a blanket the best? Thank you for being here, Christine!

      Reply
  3. Jamala K Wallace says

    03/26/2023 at 1:10 am

    Hey Felicia- this was a great article posted on coziness.. (especially adding nostalgic music.. excellent tip. Enjoyed reading it.

    Reply
    • Felicia | hellohomegirl says

      03/26/2023 at 12:18 pm

      Thanks, Jamala! Your home is the perfect cozy especially with your stellar music selection!!!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Previous Post
Next post

Primary Sidebar

Hi! I’m Felicia.
Welcome to hellohomegirl.com, my passion project about the musings of home decor, DIY, homeownership, and life. Here, you'll find helpful tips to creating your home with a lot of heart and a tiny budget.
Archives
  • April 2023
  • March 2023
  • February 2023
  • January 2023
  • December 2022
  • November 2022
  • October 2022
  • September 2022
  • August 2022
  • July 2022
  • June 2022
  • May 2022
  • April 2022
  • March 2022
  • February 2022
  • January 2022
  • November 2021
  • October 2021
  • September 2021
  • August 2021
  • July 2021
  • June 2021
  • May 2021
  • March 2021
  • September 2020
  • August 2020
  • July 2020
  • June 2020
Latest Grams

hello_home_girl

📸 Free photo op in Dallas! 📸 Check out the 📸 Free photo op in Dallas! 📸

Check out the Design District Playground Park if you're in Dallas!

Especially perfect for my fellow interior design lovers, The Design District is an awesome spot to hang out.  Hit up all the vintage shops and other interior design stores in the area. Then, walk over to this fun attraction!

The murals change every so often, so you may see something different when you visit. You can even visit at night (hence the lights over each mural)!

Have you ever visited the Design District Playground before? Let me know in the comments if you have or if you'd want to go!

#visitdallas #dtx #designdistrict #murals #dallas #dallastx #ddd #214 #travel #photoop
Just a dining room vibe. A place to make memories. Just a dining room vibe. A place to make memories.

#eclecticdecor #diningroomdecor #gallerywall #myeclectichome
Alright y'all...let's cut a rug! 🪩🕺🏾 Ser Alright y'all...let's cut a rug! 🪩🕺🏾

Seriously -- the rug thing has been a point of contention for my #livingroomdecor . Do I stay neutral or mix it up with color? For years, I kept sweeping the decision under the rug. 🙃

Shout out to Unique Loom for the fabulous rug that I've been in dire need of for my living room. Of course, I made the decision to ✨ keep it spicy ✨ with the colorful selection. It even inspired me to paint the big yellow picture in the background! Now I feel like I can go in many different directions with my color palette for the truly eclectic and collected look.

Now call me as snug as a bug in a rug with this corner now complete for now! Let me know what you think in the comments. And did I miss any rug clichés? If I did, tell me which ones in the comments! 🤣🤣🤣

#gifted #myeclectichome #discoballdecor #rugdecor
I'm officially a Pinterest Pioneer! I'm super exci I'm officially a Pinterest Pioneer! I'm super excited to join this exclusive group of volunteer helpers and leaders. 

Our mission is to help others find success on Pinterest by answering your questions and sharing exclusive content on the Pinterest Business Community forum. Our PBC community is super helpful, supportive, and encouraging for all of your Pinterest needs.

I hope you join us on the PBC soon! 

#PinterestPioneers #pinterestpioneer #pinterest

#PinterestCommunityAmbassador
Springtime in Texas is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. The Springtime in Texas is absolutely BEAUTIFUL.

The bluebonnets only last for about one month out of the year. If you visit Texas between March-April, get your picture in a field of these.

Most people pull over on the side of highways to take pictures. Sounds crazy dangerous, I know. Here are a couple tips:

1. Check the fields for snakes before letting the kids run free. 

2. Don't step on the bluebonnets!!!!!! Tiptoe between.

3. If there are several cars on the side of the highway, that's a sign that's a good place for pictures.

4. Sometimes, you may find fields of bluebonnets on empty lots or in parks. Ask locals for tips.

Have you seen bluebonnets before? And Texans, how many bluebonnet photos do you have?
Stop procrastinating. Yup...there are lots of th Stop procrastinating. 

Yup...there are lots of things I did incorrectly in this video. Yes, I still have more to do. However, I can close the door without it sticking for the first time since we bought the house.

A win is a win!

I let all of the things that had to be perfect stop me from just completing the simplest task. Sometimes just getting something done is better than getting it perfect.

Just do the thing.

#homerenovation #motivation
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Footer

About
  • Just a little about me…
Privacy
  • Privacy
Recent Posts
  • How to hide an ugly shredder in plain sight
  • How to decorate using your favorite music and colors
  • The best primer for cigarette smoke in 2023
  • 5 quick and simple ways to create a cozy home
Hello home, girl! © 2023. Design by Kate.