When we think of fall, most of us thinking of the sunny days of late September and October. We idealize the brightly colored leaves and the golden glow that seems to be everywhere all at once. But Autumn of course, extends well into December when the days seem to grow darker and colder by the minute. Yes, there’s the excitement of the Winter holidays, but in the long days in between all of the holiday festivities, it can get dreary. The key to get through? Romanticizing the season as much and as often as you can. For us, that means making home as cozy possible.
So, we turned to a couple of home and happiness experts (moms of course!) for their top cozy fall home hacks. Here, Brittny Button, interior designer and furniture designer, and Kim Gravel, TV host, entrepreneur, and life coach, offer up 10 ways to keep your home warm and comfy throughout the entire fall season.
From Brittny Button
Add Some Ambient Lighting. I’m obsessed with ambient lighting, especially with the time change, it gets darker earlier, and that can be challenging. I love LED battery-operated pillar candles. I have these on a timer and they come on once dusk hits. Some I keep on all day to brighten dark areas of the home. I also add more table lamps and spot lighting to paintings and sculptures. It crafts a subtle glow within the home.
Strategically Placed Heating Pads. I hide them in some of my children’s favorite spots on the couch or the chaise they enjoy relaxing on. It adds more coziness to their spaces and much needed warmth for our cuddle time.
Faux Fur Throws. Faux fur blankets look incredibly real and are really functional to bundle up in! It’s that they look lush and are icons of fall style!
Seasonal Decor that Incorporates Kiddo’s Artwork. It adds some laughs and humor to the season. My daughter’s version of drawing a maple leaf is very sweet. I showcase this by placing it in a frame, or placing my son’s turkey sculpture on the center table!
Build a Craft Library with Plenty of Inventory. With lots of holidays from school and more time around the house for my kids (plus the added bonus of extended family and friends visiting) I always have crafts and art supplies on hand! Having different options to keep them occupied is key. The $2 clearance section at Michael’s has lots of art supplies, experiments, coloring sets, and craft materials for a range of kids ages and interests. Stock up to keep their boredom at bay and your sanity in tact.
From Kim Gravel
Cinnamon Simmer Pot. Boil water with cinnamon sticks, orange peels, and a little vanilla to make your whole house smell like fall.
Apple Slice Oven Hack. Bake a few apple slices with cinnamon for ten minutes. It smells like fresh pie without the work.
Sweater Pillow Trick. Pull an old sweater over a throw pillow for an easy and cozy update.
Mini Wreaths on Cabinet Knobs. Hang small wreaths or bows on kitchen cabinet handles for a subtle, festive touch.
Candle Glow Upgrade. Place candles in front of mirrors or glass trays. It doubles the glow and instantly warms up a room without adding more candles.
Blanket Drop Zones. Roll or fold throw blankets into baskets in commonly used rooms. It looks styled and encourages snuggling.
Warm Light Switch. Swap out a few bulbs for warm white. It’s the quickest way to take your home from bright summer to cozy fall.
Layer Your Textures. Mix knits, faux fur, velvet, and flannel. Even just swapping pillow covers makes a huge seasonal difference.
Faux Fireplace Vibes. Don’t have a fireplace? Group candles of different heights inside your fireplace or on a tray. Instant cozy focal point.
Crisp-Fall-Air Trick. Crack open a window for 5 minutes in the morning. That burst of cool air resets a room and makes everything feel fresher.
