Cozy Up With Pendleton's Tribute Series Blankets
The Southwestern flavor is coming back full swing in fashion and home trends this Fall. After being completely inspired by the look book from Pendleton's Fall 2011 Portland Read more
How to Create a Sweet Retreat in Your Home
Having a space in your home dedicated for relaxation can give you a great sense of comfort and grounding at the end of a long day. Maybe you can only dedicate a small corner of your apartment, or perhaps you have a whole room to spare, but you don't have a be a feng shui master or practice meditation daily to deserve a spot in your home that's a sweet escape from everyday life. Whether you want Read more
9 Soothing Bedrooms Perfect For Playing Hooky
Even though Spring's officially sprung, the perpetual rain here in the Bay Area has me dreaming about curling up in bed with a good book. If mid-March snowstorms or rain showers have you scheming about playing hooky from the chilly outside world, take a minibreak with these cozy bedrooms. Read more
Roundup: Your Tips on Keeping Toasty
Last weekend, I asked you for your tips on staying cozy and warm in the Winter months at your home. I shared that I often bring a space heater into the bathroom in the morning to keep the room warm while I'm showering (and to take the icy edge off of that tile floor). Many of you also responded with some fun comments on your Winter weather nesting tips. kpelli73 shared, "Wool socks, a fire in Read more
Coveted Crib: Liane's Cozy, Thoughtful Home
While I've featured many coveted cribs that boast sprawling square footage and designer furnishings, my favorite coveted cribs are those that display a true sense of identity and homeyness. That is definitely the case with the lovely dwelling of blogger and Etsy seller Liane, whose house is truly a home, thanks to many personal touches, unique art, and an overall sense of cozy welcomeness. Liane Read more
Open House: How Do You Keep Cozy on Cold Winter Days?
While it's actually gotten down to freezing in California this Winter, usually we don't have to deal with really low temperatures, like many of you do in the rest of the country. Still when the temperature dips into the 30s, I always compensate for the chill with a few tried-and-true measures. Before showering, I always turn the space heater on and close the door to the bathroom, so the room gets Read more
Get the Look: Cozy Autumn Fireplaces
I love spending a chilly Autumn night in front of a crackling fire. And nothing says Fall to me as much as a cozy fireplace. There are many ways to transition your Summer fireplace into the Fall spirit, so, on this first day of Fall, let's check out some beautiful and cozy Fall fireplaces. Read more
How-To: Create a Cozy Corner
While the brick walls and built-in seating areas on the perimeter of this living room have the potential for chilliness (in looks as well as temperature), this possibility is assuaged by the super-cozy seating area tucked into the corner. Creating your own cozy corner is a perfect way to transition into Fall weather. And, if you have kids returning to school, you can make this corner serve double Read more
Inspired: Handknit Sweaters
On a chilly Winter's night, who doesn't love pulling on a bulky, handknit sweater? The wool knit is so cozy, and the intricate stitching patterns are a delight to the eye, whether it's a chevron stitch, a basketweave, or a moss diamond. This Design History Sweater (on sale for $79.99) uses a variety of knititng patterns, including diamond shapes, which are reflected on this Ballard Designs Read more
Desire/Acquire: Warm Wool Throws
Nothing's cozier on a Winter evening than cuddling up under a cozy throw on your sofa. I love this Gump's Sweater Knit Throw ($325), which resembles your boyfriend's oversized sweater, and whose handknit cables give it an extra touch of authenticity. It's a great color and looks silky, but it's an acrylic/wool/poly blend, which is not my favorite cuddling fabric combination. And that price tag is Read more
