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Alternative Ways To Heat Your Home

As energy prices continue to rise, finding cost-effective and efficient ways to heat your home has never been more important. We're here to help you transform your home into a cosy haven.

February 03, 2025 — Charlotte Binning

Top 5 Cosy Killers (and how to avoid them)

January can be a tricky month, but winter is also the perfect season for cosiness. Steer clear of these top five “cosy killers” to create a warm, welcoming space that lifts your spirits.

January 06, 2025 — Charlotte Binning

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Cosy Christmas Ideas For Every Room

Transform your home into a festive retreat with a few simple touches. These cosy Christmas decorating and activity ideas are sure to add seasonal sparkle to every room!

December 04, 2024 — Charlotte Binning

Modern lounge corner with teal blanket draped over a pink armchair

Comfortcore: discover the cosiest interiors trend for 2023

Curious about what’s happening in home style for the year ahead? The next big interiors trend tipped for the top is Comfortcore and it sounds like a perfect fit for blanket lovers. It’s a laidback aesthetic, all about prioritising cosiness and making your home the most relaxing space it can be. This sounds very appealing during a dark and chilly January, but where did the trend spring from and what makes it so important for 2023? Join us for a deep dive into what’s behind the Comfortcore hygge hype and why you might want to embrace tactile style in your home this year. Read on to discover:

What is the Comfortcore trend?
How to get the Comfortcore look
The cosiest blankets for your Comfortcore home

January 17, 2023 — Becca Parker

A couch with pillows and blankets is set against a brick wall, with a vase and basket nearby, suggesting cozy interior design.

7 ways to style your home ready for a cosy Christmas

New ways to style your home for the cosiest festive season yet.

December 08, 2022 — Clemmie Millbank

Warm beige wool blanket draped over a chair at a festive dining table with exposed brick.

Winterize your home with merino wool blankets

Winterize your home with merino wool blankets Why merino wool is the softest, warmest fabric for your home this winter Wool is widely accepted as a fantastic resource for warmth,...

December 07, 2022 — Becca Parker

A sofa with multiple throw pillows, showcasing an indoor setting with a focus on interior design and comfort.

Why do we like being cosy?

What's the psychology behind being cosy? Why do nostalgic interior trends become popular in times of stress and uncertainty? In this blog we explore why cosy homes are so comforting and show how you can make your home cosier with inspiring and easy design ideas.

June 15, 2022 — Bethan John

Laptop on a bed displaying Netflix, surrounded by Christmas lights, indoors with curtains visible in the background.

7 fun winter activities with your new blanket

A blanket is just the start! Read on for cosy activities to make the most of the winter season, from breakfast in bed to building a blanket fort. When the days are dark and cold, these indoor rainy-day activities will generate fun, laughter and warm feelings inside and out.

January 07, 2022 — Bethan John