You may think that your home is cozy and inviting because you live there. But as homeowners, we tend to become used to the everyday decor we have in our homes, and don't think too much about it. But when guests stop by, they are to sure to pick up on things in your home you might be missing.
Let's take a look at a few ways you can up the coziness factor, and how to make your guests feel more welcomed in your home.
Let's take a look at a few ways you can up the coziness factor, and how to make your guests feel more welcomed in your home.
How To Make Your Home Super Cozy For Guests
Add Throw Blankets & Throw Pillows
No matter what time of the year it is, adding throw blankets and pillows to your sofas and chairs is a great way to amp up the cozy in your home. From lightweight linen in summer to cashmere in winter, your guests will appreciate being able to snuggle up an extra blanket and pillow or two. Not only will these accessories by appreciated by your guests, but they make wonderful decor items as well.
No matter what time of the year it is, adding throw blankets and pillows to your sofas and chairs is a great way to amp up the cozy in your home. From lightweight linen in summer to cashmere in winter, your guests will appreciate being able to snuggle up an extra blanket and pillow or two. Not only will these accessories by appreciated by your guests, but they make wonderful decor items as well.
  Chenille Throw Blanket With Fringe, Assorted Colors, amazon.com |
  Set of 2 Throw Pillow Covers, Assorted Colors, amazon.com |
Add Comfy Seating
If your sofa is straightforward and sensible, it may be time to replace it with something a little more plush. A sectional sofa with plenty of room for guests to curl up (or stretch out!) with a glass of wine is optimal. But if purchasing a new sofa isn't in your immediate future, then perhaps consider adding a cushy chair or chaise lounge in a luxurious fabric (like velvet) instead.
  Velvet Accent Chair with Ottoman, Assorted Colors, amazon.com |
  Christopher Knight Velvet Chaise, amazon.com |
Add Fresh Flowers
These days, adding fresh flowers to your home is easier than ever. You can pick them up for a song at the market, or you can have them delivered straight to your door. If allergies or your budget prevents you from purchasing fresh stems, no worries--the artificial flowers of today mimic the real thing to a T.
Flowers look great in virtually any room, but they are particularly effective where your guests least expect them--like a bathroom or a powder room. Overnight guests will appreciate them in the guest room, too!
Create A Warming Fireplace
There's nothing more hygge than a roaring fire on a cold day. Sitting next to a crackling fire will make your guests feel cozy and warm, especially if you serve them a delicious hot toddy or mulled cider.
To get a good fire going, use quality wood from a premier firewood company. Fuel from these brands tends to burn better and doesn’t produce as much smoke. something your guests are sure to appreciate.
Additionally, decorate your mantel seasonally. In the winter, add fresh pinecones, berry garland and pillar candles of varying heights. In the summer, opt for beachy decor, like seashells, lighthouses and mermaid figurines. The mantel is also a wonderful spot for those fresh flowers we mentioned, too!
These days, adding fresh flowers to your home is easier than ever. You can pick them up for a song at the market, or you can have them delivered straight to your door. If allergies or your budget prevents you from purchasing fresh stems, no worries--the artificial flowers of today mimic the real thing to a T.
Flowers look great in virtually any room, but they are particularly effective where your guests least expect them--like a bathroom or a powder room. Overnight guests will appreciate them in the guest room, too!
Create A Warming Fireplace
There's nothing more hygge than a roaring fire on a cold day. Sitting next to a crackling fire will make your guests feel cozy and warm, especially if you serve them a delicious hot toddy or mulled cider.
To get a good fire going, use quality wood from a premier firewood company. Fuel from these brands tends to burn better and doesn’t produce as much smoke. something your guests are sure to appreciate.
Additionally, decorate your mantel seasonally. In the winter, add fresh pinecones, berry garland and pillar candles of varying heights. In the summer, opt for beachy decor, like seashells, lighthouses and mermaid figurines. The mantel is also a wonderful spot for those fresh flowers we mentioned, too!
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Add Candlelight
Perhaps the best way to give your home a sense of coziness is to add candlelight. Place candles in attractive candle holders and pepper them throughout your home. Your coffee table, dining room table, shelves, mantel and even entryway table are the perfect spots for candles. Just be sure to keep safety in mind and keep open flames away from children, fabrics and other flammable areas. You can also opt for flameless candles that run on batteries for a faux candlelight look. They're just as beautiful and create the same ambiance as the real thing.
Perhaps the best way to give your home a sense of coziness is to add candlelight. Place candles in attractive candle holders and pepper them throughout your home. Your coffee table, dining room table, shelves, mantel and even entryway table are the perfect spots for candles. Just be sure to keep safety in mind and keep open flames away from children, fabrics and other flammable areas. You can also opt for flameless candles that run on batteries for a faux candlelight look. They're just as beautiful and create the same ambiance as the real thing.
  Set of 3 Flameless Candles With Remote, Assorted Styles Available, amazon.com |
  Set of 3 Long-Lasting Scented Candles, Assorted Scents & Sizes, amazon.com |
Swap Out Throw Rugs
If you have inexpensive, traditional throw rugs in your home, consider swapping them out for something thicker and more luxurious. Faux fur throw rugs work great in light-traffic areas, like anchored under a coffee table or at the foot or side of a bed (again, sure to be appreciated by overnight guests), and you can even toss a fuzzy throw rug on the back of a chair or sofa for a soft, cozy touch! There are many sizes, shapes and styles to choose from, you are bound to find one that complements your decor and works in your home year-round.
If you have inexpensive, traditional throw rugs in your home, consider swapping them out for something thicker and more luxurious. Faux fur throw rugs work great in light-traffic areas, like anchored under a coffee table or at the foot or side of a bed (again, sure to be appreciated by overnight guests), and you can even toss a fuzzy throw rug on the back of a chair or sofa for a soft, cozy touch! There are many sizes, shapes and styles to choose from, you are bound to find one that complements your decor and works in your home year-round.
  Faux Fur Throw Rug, Assorted Colors & Sizes, amazon.com |
  Fluffy Area Rug, Assorted Sizes, amazon.com |
What cozy decor do you have in your home that you think guests would appreciate? Let us know in the comments below.
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