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Whether you start decorating before or after Christmas, these 31 Cozy Winter Home Décor Ideas will give your home the cozy feel you desire.
As we transition into New Year and the winter season, this is a great time to start adding throw blankets & natural textures.
This is a great way to make your house feel warm & cozy. So, at the end of this post, as a bonus, I will be sharing 31 Cozy Winter Home Décor Ideas plus stay-on-budget tips to give you some inspiration to get started!
Once the holiday decorations are put away, I will keep a few of the winter decorations out, such as the wreath, berry garland & maybe a pretty centerpiece on my table.
This is the perfect time to clean your home and add all the warm, cozy feels.
The colder months give me the winter blues!
To be honest, winter is not my favorite time of year, but adding cozy warmth to my home makes it bearable to deal with.
Once the colder temperatures appear, I tend to hibernate in my house, waiting patiently for the warmer months to arrive. But I can do things in my home to make it bearable, so why not create a cozy home with winter decor?
Clean & Organize!
Once the Christmas tree is up, adding the twinkle lights & Christmas decorations instantly adds a cozy feel. But once you got it all packed up & stored in the attic, your home feels bare or not so cozy.
Now that we are heading into the long winter months, this is the perfect time of the year to deep clean, purge & organize my home.
Here are 31 of my favorite ways for Cozy Winter Home Decor Ideas to get you started!
Cozy Winter Home Decor Ideas
- Family Photos ~ Surrounding your home with family photos is the best way to make your home cozy & welcoming.
- Incorporate Texture into your decor ~ next time you are out on a walk, collect some pinecones & create a centerpiece with antlers, pine branches & candles.
- Use oil lamps for a warm glow ~ By using oil lamps, they naturally give soft lighting and an ambiance atmosphere.
- Add Winter Decorations ~ use red berries and touches of greenery, whether it’s faux greenery or branches, or tiny pine cones are wonderful elements of nature that can add seasonal accents to your home.
- Coffee Table Display ~ the easiest way to create a centerpiece vignette is by using candles, lanterns, or oil lamps. Not only to add natural light but make the living space cozy.
Texture & Coziness
- Incorporate Texture into your decor ~ next time you are out on a walk, collect some pinecones & create a centerpiece with antlers, pine branches & candles.
- Create a cozy reading nook ~ Have a cozy corner in your home? Adding a chair with a few throw pillows, a cozy blanket & a good book is all you need.
- Decorate the front door ~ create a one-of-a-kind wreath by adding winter decorations such as ice skates, ribbon & snowflakes will make your home look & feel welcoming.
- Add faux fur to the family room ~ whether you are using it as a rug or a throw, it is a great addition for winter decorating.
- Buffalo check for cozy winter decor ~ if you like the rustic farmhouse decor style, buffalo check is an easy way to add a comfortable winter feel.
- Set a focal point in the livingroom ~ to add your personal touch to the space to make the room feel cozy during the cold weather; adding a basket with your favorite cozy throws & mercury glass candlesticks are simple ways to give the cozy vibes.
- Freshen Up with Winter plants ~ bring the outdoors in with some greenery. Such as sprigs of pine branches or even some colorful poinsettias.
- Printed Curtains ~ changing out the curtains is relatively easy. Why not hang up seasonal printed curtains to give the space a new look?
- Change the paint color ~ paint an accent wall with a moody color to add warmth to the space.
- Decorate a fireplace mantel ~ add greenery with some fairy lights spread out on the mantel and small pine cones.
- Candles make great centerpieces ~ instantly make your home cozy with lit candles with natural elements like pine cones, greenery & berries gathered around the candle holders.
The little things that make a difference!
- Bring the outdoors in ~ Create a centerpiece with winter greenery on your side tables. Add natural touches like outside clippings like holly, blue spruce & pine cones will look festive with a colored candle.
- Make a simmer pot ~ make a simmer pot that will smell amazing & make you feel better about the chilly weather.
- Add a fluffy rug ~ feel the warmth on your feet with a fluffy rug in an uncarpeted space.
- Set on a winter theme ~ Come up with a theme when decorating for winter using your favorite color.
- Dining table centerpiece ~ Make a statement with a centerpiece with bright colors on the table in the dining room. A beautiful bouquet of flowers or greenery around the candles.
- Winter Art ~ Change out your frames with winter themes. Just be sure if you download from the internet, you read their full disclosure regarding copyright,
- Cozy Pillows ~ will make the space look cozy & inviting.
- Here is a tip: instead of purchasing new pillows, change out the pillow covers. This will also make it easier to store away for future use.
- Floor Lamps ~ Having a floor lamp tucked in the corner with a soft glow in the evening will give the ambiance feel for a cozy home.
- Mix up the color palette ~ the simplest way to change up the colors in the space is to change out the pillows or throw blankets without breaking the budget.
- Choose Neutral Colors ~ Use calming colors such as blues, greys, magnolia, creams & soft yellows & peaches will instantly give you a cozy feel.
Winter decor ideas make your home cozy and inviting
- Flannel Bed Linens ~ You will feel cozy & warm with flannel sheets at night.
- Candle Vignette ~ Candles add warmth & a cozy feel to your space. By creating a cluster of candle displays, you can have that classic & comfortable feel for a cozy winter home.
- Homemade Decor ~ make your own homemade decor to add a touch of festive fun to your space—Ex: a potpourri lamp, salt ornaments, and dried oranges.
- Tablescapes ~ get creative with a winter display on your table.
- Add touches of rustic warmth ~ wood & rustic elements will make you feel cozied up for the winter.
- Wax Melt Warmer ~ adding winter scents like evergreen, barberry, candy cane, cinnamon, and winter-berry essential oils or bars of wax will give your home the aroma of winter.
What makes a house cozy?
When you have a small get-together with close friends, dim the lighting to create a cozy atmosphere.
Simple ideas like vibrant paint colors & light can make the space look warm and inviting, and adding soft layers, like knitted blankets and fluffy pillows, can instantly add a warm feeling to your home.
What are the six primary Winter theme colors for home decor?
Depending on the mood you strive for in your home decor, below are the most commonly used colors for cozy winter home decor!
- Egg Shell White
- Dark Navy
- Plum
- Silver
- Burgundy
- Gold
A color palette is a mixture of several or a couple of colors. So choose what mood you are striving for!
How do you decorate on a budget?
Decorating my home on a budget is what I often do by thrifting and “shopping” my home. If you have been following me for a while now, you know that I share this often. There are several ways to do this without breaking the bank and still doing so within your financial means. Here are five tips to keep you on budget.
- Check out thrift stores. You will be surprised at what you can find for a steal! The best time to shop is in mid-January.
- Change the paint color. This can make a dramatic change in your space.
- Get Creative With Storage. Crates, Baskets, and Bins are not only for intentional use but also for decor.
- Shop Your Own Home. Have decor stored away in the attic? You might have forgotten about some items you had and will be surprised by what you will find!
- Rearrange the Furniture. What an impact this can be. Changing the layout of the space makes a huge difference.
When is the best time to take down Christmas decorations?
Not sure when to take down your Christmas tree? Most will take it down around January 5th; however, there is clarity on when it would be acceptable.
The true Christian tradition says your Christmas tree should stay up until the ‘Twelfth Night,’ which is commonly thought to be the twelfth night from Christmas day to celebrate the arrival of the Three Wise Men, or Magi, who followed the star of Bethlehem to bring their gifts to baby Jesus.
Check out the internet for Winter Decor Ideas!
One of the easiest ways to get inspired is to check on the internet; you will be surprised by what you find. Pinterest is full of inspiration, and you will find some great ideas for decorating your home for winter.
Want more tips for decorating on a budget?
Decorating my home is my love language and more so on a budget.
If you want more decorating tips & on how to stay on budget, also, check out my latest post for more tips for decorating on a budget.
Here is a fun fact about Dusty!
As a teenager, my mom thought I would be an interior designer because I would always move furniture around in a way that looked like an adult would do & make it look like a cozy space & because I had a natural knack for decorating rooms.
Now, into adulthood, and I am a Photographer & a Daycare Owner, and I could not have been happier with my career choices, but it’s funny where life takes you. So, I will enjoy decorating my home for fun!
I hope you find these Cozy Winter Home Décor Ideas helpful & inspiring. Happy Decorating!
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Nadine says
Just what I needed. We will return from a Christmas stay and I dreaded the moment I come home and have to take the Holiday decorations down. I saved your post and will definitely use it in a few days. Can’t wait!
Dusty Heschl says
Yes, me too! I know how you feel. I am glad it will be a help to you!
Brittany says
Thank you for the ideas! I’m always at a total loss for January and February decorating 😅 I’ve also been super intrigued by the color plum lately!
Dusty Heschl says
I love the color plum! I hope these tips help you!
Barbra-Sue Kowalski says
These are great ideas! Great post! As always your pictures are amazing!
Dusty Heschl says
You are so sweet, thank you! I am glad you like them!
Emily says
This made me feel cozy just ready it 🙂 love all of these ideas thanks for sharing!
Dusty Heschl says
You are very welcome!
Nikki says
Love your pictures and advice. Thank you!
Dusty Heschl says
You are too kind, thank you!
Kim Bensing says
Thank you Dusty for all the great suggestions. It’s been a great time for me to purge, clean out, sparse things up a bit. I always keep a stash of votive candles for easy ambiance as seen in my quick and easy mini bar blog.
Dusty Heschl says
Oh for sure! I keep a stash in my cabinet as well!