The holiday season is set to arrive once again. But it only feels like the holidays if your surroundings look like the holidays. So, for you, that may mean making changes around your house to match the vibe you’re going for.
Here are several ways you can freshen up your home to ensure it feels like the holiday season without a doubt:
- Whip Out the Throw Blankets
Nothing says a warm stay indoors with family like extra throw blankets on the couches. They give the perfect touch of cozy to any interior space and will be quickly at one’s fingertips when they need a little something to curb those winter chills.
- Invest in Some New Decorative Pillows
More throw blankets call for some more pillows too! Swap out your current pillows for some festive-themed, fluffy, or Earth-y textured pillows.
- Get the Winter Aromatics Right
Our sense of smell is strongly linked to our memory. When we smell wintry scents like peppermint, nutmeg, cinnamon, pine, or clove, perhaps with a touch of crisp citrus, we feel fully immersed in the holiday season.
- Start a Fire
Wintertime calls for some added warmth, whether actual or perceived. Whether you light an actual fire in your standard fireplace, simply turn on an electric fireplace, or light a few candles, the addition of a fire can easily create a snug, homey feel we love around the holidays.
- Add Rustic Elements
Rustic elements like pine cones, greenery, twigs, and wooden objects can be incorporated into both your interior and exterior spaces. However, there’s just something about bringing the outdoors in that is so homey and festive!
- Two Words: Glitter and Metallics
The winter holidays can be such a magical time. And there is no better way to showcase that than with shiny decor featuring glitter or metal.
- Crank Up the Tunes
Even if you’re not ready to play Christmas music, there are options you can listen to that are wintry, like soft piano or violin music.
- Install Your Christmas Lights Early
The closer the holidays get, the more frazzled we are when it comes to finishing decorating. So, when you have the time and budget to start decorating early, by all means, go for it! One way you can get a huge head start is by getting permanent Christmas lights installed on your home’s exterior.
- Incorporate Wintry Colors
What winter-friendly color scheme will you go for? Shades of blue and stark white? Or maybe deep jewel tones like reds and greens for a warm feel. Or perhaps you want a simpler color scheme by going with neutrals.
- Cozy Up Your Bedding
Those long, winter nights can surely be cold, so we must adapt to the changes. There’s nothing quite like snuggling during the holiday season under layers of soft, cushy blankets and fluffy pillows.
- Whip Out the Bar Cart
Holiday festivities often include alcohol. If that sounds like your holiday parties, then it’s time to bring out the bar cart. Set out all your favorite liquor, mixers, shelf-stable garnishes, a cocktail shaker, glassware, your favorite cocktail book, and other accessories. For added flair, decorate your cart with garland.
- Spruce Up the Guest Bedroom
Expecting guests to stay over during the holiday season? It’s time to get the guest bedroom refreshed for near-future stays. A deep cleaning spree with minor decor changes can make all the difference for your guests.
- Purchase New Kitchenware
Cooking and serving several dishes this winter season calls for some new kitchenware. If your budget allows, get some new dinner plates, maybe a new pot & pan set, a fresh set of utensils, and some nice drinking glasses to celebrate with your guests.
- Get a Texture-Rich Rug
A new rug in your living room can be oh-so-cozy this winter, and with the right texture, it can add that extra oomph to your space that it has been lacking.
- Set Up a Hot Cocoa Station
You can’t survive winter without some good ol’ hot chocolate! To remind yourself to drink according to the season, it only makes sense to create your own hot cocoa station in your home. Add all the essentials: hot cocoa powder, marshmallows, candy canes, mugs, you name it! And if hot chocolate isn’t your jam, swap it out for a hot tea or coffee station.
- Add New Seating
To prepare for the upcoming holidays, nothing is more important than ensuring you have plenty of comfortable seats for the guests you’ll be hosting soon. Now is the time to consider adding more dining chairs or a loveseat in your living room.
- Rearrange the Living Room
Are you tired of your current living room arrangement? Maybe you’re currently lacking some space, making hosting a holiday party difficult. Rearranging the furniture to accommodate your holiday decor while also giving your family and guests ample space to open gifts and socialize can be a swell idea.
- Dress Up the Dining Table
Winter is the time to get closer to loved ones. A warm dinner at the table together with good conversations is one way to do so. So, spruce up that dining table! Set out a new tablecloth, add some greenery and candles as a centerpiece, and decorate with wintry chargers.
- Add Touches of Dried Fruit to Your Decor
With summer long gone, it’s a bittersweet feeling. Adding some dried fruit like citrus slices to your decor this winter can pay a final ode to summer.
- Decorate with Books
Curling up with a good book is just one of our favorite wintry things to do when stuck inside on a gloomy, rainy, or snowy day. Decorating with books can adequately execute that activity we all know and love.
Conclusion
Revamping your home to give off all the winter holiday vibes is relatively simple. Even if you have a slim budget, you, too, can ensure your interior and exterior are ready for the holidays yet to come. From setting up a fancy hot cocoa station to simply playing wintry music, sprucing up your home this time of year can be a breeze.
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