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Guest Picks: Winter (Yes, Winter) Warmers
For folks in the Southern Hemisphere, July is right in the heart of winter. Warm up with 20 ways to make your home as cozy as can be
The city where I live in Australia just experienced its coldest day in years, so naturally I'm thinking about every possible way to warm up. Of course you'll want an excellent fireplace, heat-loss preventers and some hearty cooking. But creating a comfy winter home is not just about the physical warmth. Adding touch-me fabrics, soft lighting from lamps and candles, and accessories and storage that suit your indoor activities will give your home that cozy feeling.
Grab (another) cup of hot tea and enjoy this month's idea roundup. — Alicia from Atypical Type A
Grab (another) cup of hot tea and enjoy this month's idea roundup. — Alicia from Atypical Type A
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Sure, the popularity of fondue rises and falls periodically, but trends aside, who can resist a divine chocolate pot with strawberries and bananas? And, hey, it's got fruit so it's healthy, right?
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With all the nesting going on, you're bound to have more than the usual amount of decorating magazines around. Stash them in this stylish basket. In the warmer months it will be the perfect place to keep those throws. Or you could repurpose it to house your firewood.
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Brr, pass the nana rug please! This sweet wool throw is ideal for curling up under on the couch. Then when your movie marathon is over, it works as an extra layer of warmth on your bed. When not in use, the texture and neutral color will look lovely as a throw on your sofa.
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Winter is synonymous with gloriously rich casseroles, soups and curries. I love the convenience of a hot-plate-to-oven-to-table cast iron pot for my cold-weather cooking. If you have (sturdy) open shelving, a colorful pot will look great all year.
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Does your entryway have a tendency to turn into a dumping ground for coats, scarves and umbrellas? Calm the chaos with this fun ribbon-inspired coatrack.
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Sometimes you don't need to heat the whole bedroom, you just want to take the edge off those cold sheets. A hot water bottle with a cute knitted argyle cover is just the thing.
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So much of a home's heat is lost through the windows, especially if you have an older home. Some thick curtains will warm up your room and look good year-round.
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It's time to switch the lightweight linens out for some cushy covers. Cocoon yourself in this gorgeously eclectic quilted bedding.
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Because I don't have an umbrella stand by my front door, I have to walk my umbrella through the house, dripping, to the laundry to let it dry. Stop the drips and create storage with this vintage stand that would add a playful touch to any decor.
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Curling up with a good book is definitely a fine way to spend a chilly afternoon. Turn a wide hallway, unused corner or spare nook into a reading zone with bookshelves and this comfy, upholstered feature chair.
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| Do you only have stark overhead lights in your home? Try adding some floor lamps and table lamps to create a welcoming and cozy glow. These gorgeous lamps are the right mix of neutral and unique and will be the perfect antidote to that dark, uninviting corner. |
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Warm up your insides with a cup of tea, hot chocolate or soup. These colorful knitted cozies are just too adorable for words!
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As I write this, I'm sitting amongst wet socks and shirts that are drying on every available surface. Next time I attempt to do the washing on a rainy week, I'm going to want this nifty retractable clothesline.
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The cooler months are the perfect time to get back into baking. You'll have some scrumptious treats at the end, and it will warm up your home and make it smell incredible. Add your homemade stamp of approval with this fun cookie cutter.
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Throw rugs and casseroles are all well and good, but what you really need is a constant and effective heat source for your home. This striking fireplace is as much a style statement as a practical necessity. Make it the feature of your living room (instead of the TV), and your family and friends will be drawn to gather around it for all your winter activities.
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With the kids playing inside a lot more, you might find toys strewn about everywhere. Create some more storage for toys, art supplies and board games with this clever hollow ottoman. Bonus: While keeping an eye on them playing, you can put your feet and enjoy a cup of tea.
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There's nothing like candles to create a warm and inviting glow in your home. Amp up the atmosphere with a yummy scented candle.
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A leisurely morning spent enjoying a cooked breakfast and coffee while doing the crossword sounds like a fine way to start a cold Sunday. This midcentury, Danish-designed coffee pot will be the perfect table accessory.
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The door snake might not be the coolest home accessory on the block, but grandma was right about it. I'm considering getting one for my back door since it has a huge gaping space at the bottom lets all the chilly air come in.
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I don't know about you, but there's nothing I like more about winter than sharing a beautiful bottle of red wine with friends. Serve it in style with this stunning carafe.
Next: 5 Spectacular Australian Homes
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junipergirl THANK YOU! It's now mid August and I am freezing my botty off! Coldest winter in 18 years apparently. I get tired of having to brain switch my seasons or jot down notes for the coming summer trends in the US and then I forget where I put the notes by the end of 6 months! SOOOOOO nice to see warmies and cozies on a US site at the right time of year! Ta muchly! Chilly Aussie cheers!
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Atypical Type A Thanks Junipergirl, glad you enjoyed it!
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