Imagine yourself seated by a wood-burning fireplace, sipping hot tea out of a stoneware mug, while snow lightly falls or rain streaks the windows. Don’t you feel instantly relaxed? A home where you can breathe a sigh of relief after a long day at work and snuggle in for an evening’s rest out of the elements is one of the truest pleasures in life – and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, creating a cozy home can be surprisingly affordable. Read on for a few tips from the INBED Store on ways to increase the cozy quotient in your living space.
Candles: Fire does something to a living space. The flickering light draws in the walls of even the largest room, instantly making it smaller and giving it a closer, cozier feel. Watching the flame also helps us relax. You might not have your own woodstove or gas hearth but anyone can afford a few candles. Purchase some in light colors with a subtle scent and create a pleasurable environment, helping you to truly relax in your space and ease even deeper into a restful mode.
Books and Magazines: Stacks and shelves full of novels and magazines are a classic. Kept tidy, of course, will reduce feelings of clutter, creating order and ultimately a space that’s conducive to relaxing. This makes sense, as computer screens and 24/7 television don’t really fit the cozy mentality. Why not shut off all your devices and instead turn to an inspiring design magazine or a novel to further indulge in your relaxing living space. Who knows what inspiration you’ll find to creatively improve your home even more!
Tea: The idea that a cup of tea is good for the heart is not just an old wive’s tail. The amino acid L-Theanine, which is found in black and green tea, has been proven to induce relaxation without making one sleepy. Tea, therefore, is one of the coziest elements you can add to your space inducing comfort and warmth – and the best way to drink it is, of course, out of a stoneware mug; an absolute pleasure in your hands.
Sleep: Relaxation and coziness go hand-in-hand with quality sleep, as does quality bedding. Quality bedding increases comfort and ultimately your ability to truly rest. Purchase sheets in natural fibres like linen and flannel in colors suited to your space. Darker colors like indigo, deep green and browns amp up the cozy quota, making them especially restful. Paint your walls a complimentary color to complete your cozy bedroom space. The next will naturally be an undisturbed, restful sleep.
Having a cozy home is healthier for both our mental and our physical health. It helps us retreat from the busy outside world, grow calm, and gain better sleep. Follow these inexpensive tips to help transform your space into a true sanctuary where you can cozy up in the evenings and find quality rest in the midst of your busy life.