Cozy & Bright in January
By: Karen Pfeiffer Bush, CEO
As much as I love the vibrant colors and decorations of the holidays, I adore the freshness of January. When I take down my Christmas decorations, I like keeping things more sparse and neutral. I still want coziness though as we’re very much in the depths of the coldest months. I love white and neutral bedding and throw blankets for staying comfy on movie nights.
King Pickstitch Quilt & Shams
Faux Fur Throw in Light Grey
Bringing some nature indoors helps to fight those winter blues. I plant paperwhite bulbs in indoor pots just before Christmas time and often give them as gifts. They usually take about four weeks to grow and start blooming. They’ll add some fresh beauty to January and remind you that Spring is on the horizon. If you don’t get to it at Christmas, they’ll bloom indoors into Spring. I order through White Flower Farm but you can usually find them at local home and garden stores.
Another way to stay cheery during the dark days of Winter is by amping up your lighting. If your lighting seems a little dull, try adding some more lamps around the house and definitely replace any burned out bulbs. Wiping down bulbs and cleaning globes can make a huge difference in the quality of light. Soft white bulbs are also a great way to brighten things up. If your overhead lighting is lacking, consider adding swag pendant lighting that can be plugged into an outlet.
Henri 2.5” Swag Kit in Antiqued Brass –works with most shades
So, if the post-holiday blues are a struggle for you, try transforming your home into a Winter retreat that’s cozy, neutral and filled with light. Instead of fighting Winter, embrace it by setting up your home as a place to relax and rejuvenate after the hustle and bustle of the holidays. May your January be cozy and bright!
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