How to Have a Happier Winter Home

Regardless of the season, every home can benefit from adding a little cozy comfort. But, when it’s chilly outside, there’s no cozier place than home. Am I right? Yes, I`m longing for spring as much as anyone. But I don’t seem to mind the winter and cold as long as I can stay home. 

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You may have already notice, but I’m always quite into the whole cozy experience, especially this time of year (seeking comfort and simple pleasures we can all afford). Perhaps you need that, too?

If you're looking to add soft layers and homey touches without spending a fortune, you'll love these cheap and easy solutions! 

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1. Add Comfort
Lay a fluffy blanket over the end of your bed and pile a stack of winter books and magazines to inspire you right by your most inviting chair or sofa. Turn on your fireplace (if you have one), add cozy pillows and put your feet up on your favorite ottoman!

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2. Warm up inside

You just came home from the work feeling the chill of winter inside and out? A warm ‘winter beverage’ with your family can be just what you need. Even if you have a small space, set up a coffee, tea or hot chocolate station. It’s will warm up your soul while you preparing a hot drink.  Nice and enjoyable winter ritual, right!? You`ll be so grateful for the warmth of the mug in your hands! 

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3. Pretty Scenes   

Winter is a great season for a little beautifying around the house. There`s not much to do anyway, so use the time to make things as pretty as you can. Fluff or rearrange the pillows, move things around, change up your shelf displays, switch out throw blankets. Add a pretty bouquet on the table or  light up the candles.

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4. Don`t forget to dance (sing)

Music can energize the mood of a cold winter’s day. During the Christmas I was playing the holiday music all the time and I just loved it! We play the music in our kitchen all the time so we can enjoy the tunes while we clean, cook, or having meals. For me it`s easiest to use my phone or laptop (they are in the kitchen anyway). Set up a winter playlist that will inspire you and dance (sing) along.

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5. Scent sensation

We often think about how our home looks, but how our home smells is also a big part of comfort, too. Best and healthiest way to add scents to your home is to use essential oils and diffuser. 

If you are wondering what essential oils to chose, here`s some tips: lemon and peppermint essential oil are great in the mornings to help waking up, orange create a positive mood, lavender are great for the evenings to help you prepare for a good night sleep.

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6. Create a mood

Lighting is very important for making the right atmosphere in any space. Chose softly layered lighting instead of your overhead (center) lights. Use lamps with soft shades, candles and fireplaces instead and create a cozy mood that will make you relaxed and calm.

If you need more ideas, visit my Pinterest board Cozy Winter Home!
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Simple Touches to Make Your Home Look More Elegant - Guest Post from Modernize.com

Recently, I was contacted by Modernize.com, place for home empowerment. They wanted to share with you their ideas and ways on how to turn your house into a dream home. 

Their mission is to understands different ideas and finds the way to turn that ideas into reality, and their goal is to guide you through solutions and expert advice! They are specialized to help in many areas, such as solar, windows, heating &AC and roofing. Open for any ideas and suggestions, they also provide on line help, so you can ask and get your answers right away! Check them and find solutions!

Also, they wanted to share with you some simple ideas on how to make your home look more elegant. 

Simple Touches to Make Your Home Look More Elegant

Scanning through home improvement channels, dreaming of upgrading your kitchen without weeks of construction? We get it. Here at Modernize, we know updating your home may seem like a huge undertaking. But it doesn’t have to be! Simple touches can transform a space from simply liveable to classically elegant. Here are a few of our favorite solutions.
Fresh Paint Goes a Long Way
If you’ve been wanting to repaint for a while, indulge! Applying fresh paint will brighten up any space. Research states that color can affect our moods, and shades like slate gray and cool blue have calming effects. Shades of red stimulate conversation and bright colors can make you feel happier. That’s something to keep in mind if you don’t know where to start, but of course, go for the colors you love the most. This is your space, after all! You can even use eco-friendly paint with low VOCs to reduce your carbon footprint.

Build your color scheme with your paint hue as a base. Search for coordinating patterns and fabrics for upholstery and throw pillows, and add pops of accent colors through accessories.

Be sure to freshen up your baseboards and crown molding. If your space doesn’t have crown molding, consider installing this detail to up your elegance factor.

Let Your Light Shine

Natural light does a lot of good for our bodies, from providing vitamin D to boosting our moods. Utilize natural light by opening up windows and positioning seating near those happy rays of sunlight. Use eco-friendly double- or triple-pane windows that protect your furniture and skin from UV damage.

Artificial lighting can also boost the aesthetic and tone of a space. Interesting light fixtures can serve as focal points or conversation pieces. We love to browse through flea markets, thrift stores and antique shops for old-world-style light fixtures, or even modern treasures. Installing bright track lighting is another great solution. Light will reflect on your fresh paint, and you’ll be in a brighter, happier space.

Let Your Art Do the Work
A great way to make any space elegant is to display a series of sophisticated artwork. If you’re a collector, display your fine art with pride. However, we know that collecting can be expensive, so we suggest looking for art from vendor or craft fairs. You can even make your own abstract art and show it off to the world!

Complement modern art with fun, vibrant accessories, and classical art with simple, elegant accessories. The cohesive aesthetic will work wonders for the space’s style
Cut Down the Clutter

If you have a crowded space, it’s time to take control and organize the chaos. Reducing clutter in every space will turn the focus to the space’s aesthetic, rather than your kiddos’ toys strewn about.

When selecting furniture for your space, always opt for storage. Cabinets can house toys, household items, electronics and more, but on the outside they’ll look sophisticated and blend right into your style. No one will ever know what’s inside!

When choosing accessories and decorative trinkets, keep things simple to eliminate a crowded feeling. We love to use narrow vases with fresh flowers for end tables, and mix books with small accessories on bookshelves. Choose furniture that truly fits your space, so you don’t have to sidestep around it.

Elegance doesn’t always have to equal weeks of hard work and unexpected complications. Sometimes simple touches and upgrades do the most for your space—and your bank account!