Let it Snow

There’s something satisfying when you’re wrapped up warm in doors and it’s snowing, especially if you’re holding a nice big mug of hot chocolate.  This time of year we do tend to think about keeping warm and of course trying to keep the heating bills as low as possible.  Throws and blankets come into their own, you can be snuggled up on the couch with a soft cuddly throw or in bed with a lovely warm blanket covering you.  Not forgetting the stylish hot water bottles available now, with their very own jumpers.

However  you decide to keep the chill at bay, the place we do want to feel cosy is in the bedroom, this is the ideal time of year to spruce up your bedcovers, a new bed set in warmer tones will instantly give your bedroom an uplift and make it feel more inviting and cosier.  Or just buying new puffed up pillows will give that extra appeal for winter snuggles, it’s all about getting the ‘snug as a bug’ effect.

Guest Bedrooms and Christmas

Stress at Christmas can run high, even for the calmest of individuals, especially if you envisage  making sure your guests are comfortable and relaxed, they need a place they can escape the hubbub, ideally a guest bedroom.  If they are happy you’ll be happy.

Even though there are only a few weeks to get prepared, there is plenty to be achieved in a short amount of time, without giving yourself a headache.  Luckily, there are plenty of sales on at the moment and this will be a great help in keeping your budget in check.

An easy way to create a calm atmosphere is to eliminate clutter, you may use the spare room as a dumping ground for the rest of the year, but with a bit of elbow grease you can create a calm haven for guests, even if it means hiding clutter in wardrobes or under the bed.  Clear floors and surfaces will bring tranquillity to a room.

At Christmas it’s nice to bring a bit of the outdoors in, a mini Christmas tree in the guest bedroom will remind guests of the special time of year, even a few sprigs of holly will add to the atmosphere.  You can use scented candles to make the bedroom more welcoming and also make sure the room is aired before they arrive.

If you don’t have a spare bedroom for guests, then it might be worth investing in a room divider, this will give privacy to the family member who already resides in that room or you will be able to section part of the living area for your guests to retire to.

Overall Christmas is a time for family and friends, just simply removing clutter will help towards the festive celebrations.