If there’s one word that describes the fall season, it’s cozy and I love being cozy.
And, today’s blog is about creating all of the cozy fall feels in your home. Here’s what you need:
My #1 favorite thing? PILLOWS!!! Marilyn Monroe said diamonds are a girls best friend but I don’t think she gave pillows a chance. Doris Day knew all about pillows though, she even sang a song about them (“Pillow Talk”). That’s my girl!
Back to the point... Pillows make everything cozier! I prefer down-filled pillows so you can refluff them. Poly-filled pillows can get out of whack if you sit on them or they can be too stiff. Not down-filled, they are our cozy winner. The other thing I love about pillows is they are an easy, quick and relatively inexpensive way to instantly change the look of a room. So load up on pillows to start your cozy fall journey off right.
A pillows best friend is the throw blanket. A throw blanket’s personality might be slightly more timid than the pillow but that’s OK, they are a great compliment to each other. I typically have a throw blanket or two on each end of the couch. I also always have backups standing by, just in case there’s more of a chill in the air than anticipated. Throw blankets aren’t just used on couches. Lately, I’ve been using them as a table runner too, for some surprise style and texture. I love this throw because of the fringed detail on the bottom and I especially love the color (we also have it available in a beautiful green).
Cozy means warm colors, beautiful textures and the overall feeling of comfort taking over your home. I know I personally look forward to this transition each year. Just like the leaves turning color on the trees in September, colors in the house change too. A few years ago, I found these awesome metal leaves and I love bringing them out every year. This is part of the Meredith collection so you won’t see these in the shop but don’t fret, we have loads of wonderful fall decor for you to choose from.
Now that it’s getting darker earlier, my recommendation for a cozy night in involves turning on your favorite Pandora radio station or putting on your favorite fall movie. When fall transcends on us, I can’t help but think of “You’ve Got Mail”. Anyone else know the quote about the bouquet of freshly sharpened pencils? Every year, I make sure to have a bundle somewhere in the house to signify the change of the season. I just love that movie! While the movie is on, light your new fall candle (raise your hand if you got one of our oh-so-popular Milkhouse Candles over the weekend), and hunker in to do a puzzle. I love sitting among the pillows, sipping on my favorite tea (Cup of Cheer from my friend Jody at Fresh Ideas) and admiring the glow of the fireplace.
I’ve got all the cozy feels writing this… Pearl’s ready to get cozy, how about you?
