Monday, January 8, 2018

Hygge Ideas For Cozy Living


I don't know about you, but January is my month to get cozy, especially after the hustle and bustle of the holidays.  
I just feel like curling up by the fire, appreciating the sound of the rain outside, reading a good book--you get the idea!
The Danish have a word for this:  Hygge.

Hygge (pronounced "hue-gah") is about creating a sanctuary in our homes of coziness; enjoying and appreciating the simple things in life. 
Like a warm wool throw to wrap up in while outside on a cold day...

...or to sit by the fire and appreciate the warmth.

I love sitting in my favorite chair while sipping tea on a rainy afternoon.

I also like to turn on music and eat by candlelight.
Preferably comfort food such as stew or soup!

This is the month I plant hyacinths to force and place them by the bed, in the bathroom and on the kitchen windowsill.  

Fresh flowers and a basket of fruit in the kitchen brighten up a dreary January day too.

This is what the Danish have been doing forever!
They actually love winter, which I have always struggled with. 
But since discovering the art of Hygge, I've come to enjoy, or at least not hate winter as much!

5 comments:

  1. Delores, it is so good to se you posting! Welcome back! I've always loved the winter season. Texas is hot most of the year, so the chance to wear sweaters, sit by a cozy fire, curl up in a warm blanket . . . makes me happy. BTW - I'm curled up under my black and white wool throw as I type. 😋

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  2. What beautiful photos and ideas for dealing with winter!

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  3. ....and she's back! Always happy to find a pretty post from Vignette Design!

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  4. Delores, I'm in love with your throw blankets! That grey one over the garden seat is fabulous! I'm not a winter person, either, but I do appreciate the occasional winter day when I get to stay home, and sit cozily by the fire. I think I need to expand my winter throw wardrobe. I own several very colorful ones, but nothing quiet that would make me think of hygge. Another enjoyable post! Thank you!

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