In this post: There are certain seasonal design elements you can find many cozy homes. Here are 9 ways to add winter warmth to your home.
You know those amazing cozy homes that remind you of a Swiss chalet?
If there’s one thing I want at this time of year it’s to be warm and cozy at home. After all the colorful excitement of the holidays, as the year begins I’m looking to slow down, clear away all the clutter and spend time at home recharging.
Early in the week I posted my January home decor inspiration, so now I’ll begin to show you how I’m applying those ideas to my home. Here are 9 ways to add winter warmth to your home.
I love the look of a chunky sweater knit pillow, especially in warm creamy tones. It exudes a feeling of warmth that makes you want to curl right up with a book by the fire.
Candles lend a warm glow to a room and I enjoy the woodsy feel of this charming lantern. You can see the bare white branches in the background, another wintery nod toward nature, with little flecks of faux snow.
Nothing says cozy like a cup of tea, particularly when served in a delicate china cup. Pops of gilded trim invite the light to glint off of it.
A shaggy long haired pillow adds another touch of warmth. A simple cashmere throw in a complementary tone balances nicely against the texture.
While I love the clean look of all the whites layered together, a buttery yellow wall envelops a room in sunlight, when there’s a shortage of sun outside.
For really cold nights a faux fur throw can’t be beat. Its soft warmth is a true pleasure.
The creamy mood extends to the florals, as well. I love fresh flowers, but use silks in addition, especially in winter when the selection of fresh is limited.
The brightness afforded by the interplay of all these textured whites hides the grey gloom right outside the window.
The final note is a hot cup of chicken soup, presented in a charming vintage china bowl. Napkins are from Fragonard, Paris.
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Maria says
Friday, January 9, 2015 at 7:37 amIt all does look very warm and cozy, but what I love best is that matelasse-style sofa! That soup cup is just lovely, too!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Friday, January 9, 2015 at 8:04 pmThanks, Maria!! Yes, the creamy feel of the sofa is what inspired the whole thing… 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Shenita says
Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 11:55 amI love all of the creamy tones, Lory! The cable knit sweater pillows have always been a favorite of mine; and I keep faux fur throws on our sofas, as well. There’s nothing like wrapping up in a throw, with a fire in the fireplace!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Monday, January 12, 2015 at 10:50 pmThanks, Shenita! I couldn’t agree more. I need cozy this time of year… 🙂
Janet says
Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 11:53 pmYou certainly have created a very beautiful and warm home. Everything is bright and inviting. The cable knit sweater pillows are charming.
Happy Saturday.
Janet
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Monday, January 12, 2015 at 10:49 pmThank you, Janet! I hibernate in the winter, so it’s a must… 😉
Kim says
Monday, January 12, 2015 at 4:34 pmI love how you layered the different textures on the couch. It really adds so much to the room! I always love your posts, magazine worthy, for sure! 🙂
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 10:44 amThanks so much, Kim! Such a nice thing to say. That really means so much to me… 🙂
Jan Garon says
Monday, January 12, 2015 at 9:13 pmIt’s all very cozy and inviting. I love your silver pitcher!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Monday, January 12, 2015 at 10:48 pmThanks so much, Jan!
[email protected] Stroll Thru Life says
Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 11:08 amHow fun. This looks amazing. Beautiful pictures of a gorgeous space. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 9:46 amThanks so much, Marty! Thanks for hosting… 🙂
Kris {Driven by Decor} says
Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 9:19 amWhat a wonderfully warm and cozy space!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 1:23 pmThanks, Kris!!
Lauren @ Mom Home Guide says
Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 8:47 pmBeautiful! I love all the gorgeous pillows!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 11:21 pmThanks so much, Lauren! Thanks for visiting and taking the time to comment, too… 🙂
Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 9:44 pmGorgeous, cozy and elegant, Lory!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 11:34 pmThanks, Amy!!
Janet says
Monday, January 4, 2016 at 8:40 pmI love your gorgeous home Lory. It is certainly cozy and warm. I also love all the romantic touches through out. Great use of colors and textures.
Happy New Year. May you have a great 2016.
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 10:38 amThank you so much, Janet!! What a nice thing to say… 🙂 I visited your blog as well, and I think we have similar taste. Your posts are just lovely! Thanks for stopping by and Happy New year to you, too!
Paula says
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 12:38 pmLory this is so elegant and inviting. I love sweater pillows so much! Fabulous job! I would love for you to share this at our What’s it Wednesday Linky Party! Fantastic way to start the year with inspiration.
Paula
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Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 2:08 pmThanks so much, Paula! I was actually looking for your party this morning. What time to you open it? And now I just posted in it and realize you were commenting on my winter post from last year, but I just did another one yesterday and linked that one. Will add this one too… 🙂
Btw, would love to have you link up at our Share It One More Time party on Saturday mornings, too! Thanks again for the kind words!!
Judy says
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 8:39 pmYou have made comfort and warmth look so inviting. Your vignettes are so full of wonderful items and your photography is outstanding..Happy New Year to you..Judy
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 10:50 pmThank you so much, Judy! What a lovely thing to say… 🙂 You made my night!! Thanks for visiting…
Laura Lane of Harvest Lane Cottage says
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 10:07 pmWhat lovely touches you’ve added. The faux fur pillow is really unique. It puts me in mind of the hot pink ones from the seventies!
Please drop by and say hello!
Have a wonderful winter season!
Blessings,
Laura of Harvest Lane Cottage
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 10:54 pmHa ha, so true!! When my daughter was younger, she had one in orange. We called it the wookie! Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by. I will definitely make my way over to your page. Based on the name, it sounds right up my alley… 🙂
Tamara says
Thursday, January 14, 2016 at 12:14 amthis is so lovely.. the pillows and lantern and throw..and the soup in the gorgeous China bowl!
such wonderful photos, too. thank you for the inspiration.
Blessings,
Tamara <3
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Friday, January 15, 2016 at 2:58 pmAh, my pleasure to share. Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to tell me how you feel… 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!!
Chris G says
Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 12:47 amYou have sincere talent in not only design, but your photography is stunning – it actually made me “feel” the textures jumping off the screen! I live in the Canadian Arctic, so light in the winter is at a premium as we go down to just under 3 hours of daylight a day at the darkest point. I chuckled to myself as I realized I was reading this post while snuggled under my winter white faux fur throw, with cable knit slipper booties on (all done in front of a roaring fireplace!), so I guess I am a true believer in what you are saying. Since we have no stores in our wee fly in/out town, I guess I need to get the knitting needles out and make some sweater pillow covers; seeing yours has made me realize that my living room could look so much cozier with them. Thanks so much for the inspiration and again for sharing your exceptional talents!
Lory at Designthusiasm.com says
Sunday, January 17, 2016 at 11:02 amThank you, Chris!! I love your comment… 🙂 How nice that you can knit something like that. But if you want, you can also purchase online. I have another post from last week that links to many more cozy winter ideas. You can see that one here: https://designthusiasm.com/winter-decor-ideas/ I guess I should also go back and add source links into the post you commented on. Thanks for visiting!