10 Ways to Create a Calm & Cozy HOME

[@madeline9042]

I always drink a cup of coffee in the morning and then a cup of tea in the afternoon/evening. Lovely video! Your shots are always so aesthetic. 🌱

[@IM-uh5tk]

0:51 keep a tidy space, have proper spots for different things 2:05 create a cosy nook 3:52 clean bedsheets 4:38 sleep in a cool room 5:30 have a favorite outfit 6:18 candles 7:04 music 8:03 tea 9:11 baking 10:08 eat together

[@CitrouilleCitron]

Candles, a good book, a fluffy blanket and a warm fire, that's my basics at this season 😍 Love from France 😘

[@jessieelliott3157]

I bought some second hand old fashion looking lamps a few weeks ago and put one in the kitchen and one in the lounge area. Instant cozy! Even in day time. Its summer here in Australia, but turning off the bright overheads at night and having little lamps makes it feel cooler and cozy at the same time. Plus our house is cool and dark so it's like walking out of the bright sun into a cozy little cave on the side of hill. Feeling a little hobbity today!

[@lisamedeiros7581]

Thank you for your viedo, always enjoy them. Ah, nothing like those freash sheets,yes, I am a slipper wearing around my home too. I like lavendar oil defusor to help me relax also. I am a coffee drinker in the morning and decaf berry or chai tea. I love my tall cups, that were my moms for coffee and big fat cup for tea, funny diffrent cups

[@anniedoke]

art makes it feel cozy too! I’m slowly adding art here and there, makes all the difference!!

[@renaecushman5031]

I really enjoyed this video and incorporate these things into my home. I believe keeping a tidy home is the most important part of creating a calm home too. There’s nothing more stressful for me than looking around my home and seeing clutter or a mess. I feel like I can’t relax until the mess is straightened. With that being said, another way to create a cozy home is often contradictory to maintaining a clean home- and that’s having a soft, cuddly kitty or two. For my family, there is nothing more cozy than having one of our cats curl up beside us. Having a pet requires so much extra cleaning and maintenance, so getting a new cat is a big decision to make; but for my family, it’s worth the extra sweeping, litter box emptying, and vacuuming of furniture. Another way I create a warm home is through a coherent, calm color scheme. I decorate in mostly white, aqua, and pale yellow. My bedroom and bathroom are furnished and decorates in different shades of white. These colors are easy on my eyes and help me relax. My daughter decorates on the warm side. She enjoys making her whole apartment feel like an old den with dark wooden furniture and dark maroon and navy fabrics on her windows, bed, and couch. Even though her color scheme is very different than mine, it’s still really cozy. She recently bought lamps to create a softer atmosphere. Before buying them, she used the overhead lights in the evenings. Those overhead lights can cast a harsh glove to the room and hurt some of our eyes. I enjoy soaking up every minute of sunshine during the day, but when the sun sets, I’m ready to relax and enjoy the darker evenings. I only use as much light as I need for the task I’m doing. When I’m cooking, I use the light above the stove. I use the light above my sink while washing my dishes, I have lamps beside my couch, beds, and in my office. For me, using soft sources of lighting helps me relax in the evenings and get ready for bed. I hope these ideas help someone else, although I think a lot of us incorporate these ideas into our homes every day. I’m sure I’ve taken dozens of the cozy things in my home for granted. I’ll read through the comments to see what everyone else thinks and I’m sure I’ll nod in agreement.

[@jamiewagner7066]

Your art is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@lits3212]

Having my indoor plant and potted flower (orchid) near me. A plate of nibbles with my hot drink. Having a floor lamp that emits soft light from a corner. The candle burning from a lantern. Fireplace nearby. I enjoyed this video so much!!

[@josandham7844]

I’m a coffee girl and on the weekend I love making a latte, which I sweeten with My Vegan’s chocolate drops which just make my coffee amazing. Then I sit in my sofa chair in my room for my prayer time. I love having a video by Aura Relax on KZbin, the music is so soothing and I choose the ones that have the same season we’re experiencing so at the moment it’s winter scenes. As soon as I play them I immediately know it’s time to chill. A minimal bedroom really helps me to get cosy and not distracted and I light a candle with a calming fragrance. I also love cooking up food that makes me feel cosy, like lasagne or shepherds pie.

[@stevieelliott6135]

I love having fresh cut flowers, or potted flowers. This time of year I also love bringing the outdoors in by cutting small budding branches and twigs and bringing them inside to turn green or flower in a vase. Loved this video Meghan!

[@sabineisrael]

Your drawings are beautiful. 🙂

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thank you so much!!

[@arlenecoury9976]

Using lamp light instead of overhead lighting, adds a cozy vibe to any space. Keeping books on hand, seasonal notepads for jotting down list. throw blankets, was burners or diffusers.

[@ryly7730]

Thank you Meghan💙

[@Lavendare1023]

I drink tea out of a fine bone china mug. Porridge is my cozy food. I don't do candles with children or pets especially my cats. Love clean sheets but a sun dried scratchy towel after a soak in the bath ...bliss. I have 3 cozy spots in my house to sit, read, listen to audiobooks, crochet, knit, chat to friends on the phone and of course watch your KZbin videos.

[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

One of the greatest pleasures in life is doing what people say you cannot do.

[@Lennie6357]

Thanks for all the tips Megan! Winter can make me sad when the days get cold and are shorter. So all these things you mentioned really help me to be in the moment. And bring me happiness. Your artwork is gorgeous btw! Stay cozy 😉

[@vk8202]

I love salt lamps especially in autumn/winter time. They give such a fabulous warm glow that makes everything more cosy and hygge like🔥 Lovely video as always.

[@MixitupMarci]

Coffee drinker and tea drinker, coffee is my fave! ☺️

[@AhaYAHCreations]

I love this video, thank you. I love my warm beverage that I call "Vegan Coffee". it's simply cacao & maca powders, pinch of ginger, cinnamon & salt, with drizzle of honey to taste. This & turmeric milk are my cost go-to's.

[@carmelialipatova2874]

I am bringing field flowers, plants, leaves and hang them on the walls. Also, always have eucalyptus twigs in my shower 🚿 It looks and smells heavenly 😊

[@meghanlivingstone]

Love bringing leaves from outside indoors!

[@blatantlyniv]

I have to say your drawings are amazing! :)

[@chandaharkins4418]

Agree!

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thank you, that's so kind!

[@deborahhuffman3231]

All great ideas that do create coziness. Your chairs look great painted. I'm a coffee girl love it. I also find that really pampering yourself quiet time to think long bath to soak eating healthy exercise is my body cozy on top of my home cozy. Great video.

[@anjumnazeer7700]

U r so genuine....

[@cathylynnpietranton]

I'm a tea drinker. I used to drink coffee and I love cappuccinos but I had to give that stuff up. We like candlelight and soft music. Thanks Meghan ❤

[@anitaino]

I love listening to jazz music as I clean my house....now listening to jazz Christmas carols

[@NHOO628]

I'm in love with coffee but i have just one in the mornings, then I have 2-3 cup of black tea during the day and if it's cold I would like to have a chamomile tea or black tea with rose bud😊 or with honey.

[@joyceadegboyega8524]

My favorite tea bag is the celestial tea in Apple Cinnamon and herbal teas during fall and autumn season .

[@sarahstephanie1929]

Such a beautiful, comforting video :) Thank you! I greatly enjoyed hearing these tips.

[@aneesakader2313]

Love this video! I have a fave sofa that I lounge on to watch youtube and insta. And a cozy blanket for winter time. I love coffee and tea. Start my day with five roses, then 2 cappuccinos and lotsa water and rooibos before bedtime every evening!!

[@thesimplefam]

Candles candles... something I have been wanting to try, will gift myself something this Christmas to support local artisans too.. 🙂

[@chandrareaux6700]

Great video! Your art is amazing!

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thank you so much 😀

[@StefanieCatherineArt]

„Cozy“ is my favorite word ☺️ 🍁🕯lovely video.

[@lyndsaylou09]

I love this video, tea in a favorite mug is one of my favorite rituals. I know there are so many fancy green teas, but I always go back to the Bigelow green tea with lemon, also like Tazo Zen.

[@shannonfleming-wood476]

your artwork is amazing! thanks for sharing!

[@williamclark1244]

Just came across your 'cozy' channel. I love the list. I do all but burn candles. I'm also a tea drinker - organic green tea and matcha tea lattes which I have in my favorite mug. I would like to say that adding plants makes a home much more welcoming and inviting.

[@michelleyl1202]

Your drawings are really nice! You should show more of them🥰. Always feel that your videos are so enriching, enjoy yr vids alot💕

[@anjumnazeer7700]

Spraying a good perfume n being grateful to God

[@ashsevals4411]

perfect timing 💗✨

[@wilcasauveterre7336]

Love the video!!!❤️ I’m coffee drinker and I have coffee mugs according to the seasons also I Bake according to season too!!!❤️☕️🌼

[@cstar6682]

I like very few decorative items. A few larger items instead of a lot of small items. I prefer using a lot of textures instead of patterns. Warm lighting from a table lamp instead of overhead lights is so nice. Oh, and a fire (even fake fire can be cozy)!

[@renaecushman5031]

I agree. Keeping only a few decorative and sentimental items really is easier on our eyes and senses. I have a fake fireplace that adds such a cozy glow to our living room. Your comment reminded me of our televisions. They can be used as a source of chaotic stress or added ambiance. I enjoy turning on seasonal videos such as a snowy train ride through the Swiss alps in the winter, drone videos of meadows and lakes in warmer weather, and leaf covered brooks in the autumn.

[@lisadixon5886]

Some lovely ideas, thank you, love the idea of a cosy nook, ( and your art studio!)

[@HolisticLifestyleGuide]

I love this!! After watching this, now I feel like curling up on the couch, lol I do most of these, I really love living in my fluffy fleece robe and slippers!

[@FaithWolper]

I love tea! Wonderful video. Very cozy. 😉

[@AnastasiaGer_russian_girl]

Tea-person💚 I absolutely love green tea with ginger and lemon🍋 and teas with different natural flavors Your videos are so cozy😊

[@eloiseclaverie9463]

Bonjour Meghan, merci pour cette belle vidéo très inspirante 🥰🥰j’adore tes vidéos ♥️

[@carlyc5355]

Lovely, cozy video! I like to be mindful of lighting in my home. I try not to use too much overhead lighting, and prefer softer lamps spread around the rooms of my home. I enjoy coffee and tea at anytime of the day. Cuddling up with my cat and dog with a good book are just the solution when it's snowy outside. Beautiful drawings and art room!

[@thesmartfoodie4304]

Lots of great ideas!!

[@butterflygurl1984]

Love all these ideas

[@sav827]

Beautiful! I too am a tea drinker. I love decaffeinated teas. These are my favorites, Ginger, camomile and lavender tea. I love your cozy ideas. 👍🌹

[@Christie976]

I'm a tea person! I don't have huge collection of tea but whenever I go to grocery I always buy tea over coffee..

[@ms1295]

Soy candles are great too! I’d love to find a mug like yours! So pretty. Please share your playlists- I have a feeling we have a similar taste in music 🎶

[@nellsmith7064]

It’s got to be a coffee first thing and then later tea. In autumn/winter months i opt for lapsang souchong which is a comforting smoky tea and i drink by the gallon.

[@paulinebono4012]

I love to sit in my garden to read. I have a very *cozy* spot under a tree..

[@aspengrey1898]

I'm a tea drinker. Are there any tea brands you can suggest to me? Thanks for the video

[@nancydee6106]

Yes I am a Tea Fanatic! I love yogi, and also Republic of tea has some very nice teas, I actually just found a mug very similar to yours it’s A little bit of a different shape but I love it are used to have one just like yours that was cranberry and gray but it broke. And just the other day I found one again it’s making my heart so happy the minute you started talking about tea I was sipping on mine! Lol currently in the bathtub watching your video reading the magnolia magazine having tea! oh yes its the best! Take care

[@aqua0811]

I guess I'm a matcha green tea fan and instead of having candles, I prefer turning on my essential oil diffuser or sometimes burning incense, really makes me feel relaxed 😌 Thx for the other tips too!

[@Ashley-rz9lz]

Hi i just found your video and i was dying to know what is the color you painted the walls. because omg i was drawn in lol its so warm and calm for a color.

[@mariafox2999]

Love this video! Thank you. Would love a link to the house coat / dressing gown that you mentioned!

[@Marli.B1977]

My fave tea is called restful sleep by yogi tea!!!

[@meghanlivingstone]

I loooove Yogi tea!!

[@lyndafitzgibbon6393]

Hi Megan tks 4 great video ..I'm a tea drinker...trying 2 cut out sugar any tips

[@Ambs2023]

Lovely video! I’m a tea person as well, drink it all day long, especially ones with cinnamon and other wintery spices! I also love getting a chai latte as a special treat ☺️ For some reason fennel tea works any time of day 💛

[@stenaglia5753]

I have a comfy chair and a Sherpa blanket in my room that I love to curl up in and read.

[@farhinahmed1011]

fairy lights and essential oils = my version of coziness!

[@SilentReader2]

Coffee drinker all the way (espresso, lattes, etc), one cup in the morning. I only drink tea at night during the colder months to give me a cozy feeling. 😊

[@meghanlivingstone]

Tea definitely does give that cozy feeling, especially when it's cold outside!

[@sarahclutter7649]

Earl Grey is and has been my go to beverage for probably 15 years now. I like the Numi Aged Earl Grey, it smells and tastes delicious, I drink it with raw honey. However, I do like a nice cup of coffee (pour over or French pressed) with Oatly oat milk on occasion 😋, but lately when I drink coffee I unfortunately get a hive or two so I’ve been steady on the tea 😃

[@robinh9047]

Do you have the Blue Melange comforter? That looks so comfy and beautiful.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Yep that's the one!! It's a lovely soft blue colour :)

[@phylissbrassey8431]

I have a special pottery mug and use it for breakfast coffee and tea the rest of the day

[@AhaYAHCreations]

Wil you please make a video sharing your art and how you got to draw.

[@alexsimone804]

definitely going to start calling my robe a house coat. love that. also, just got a new pair of slippers (I LIVE in my slippers when I have them) and my dog ATE half of one. rip.

[@meleknur3776]

Your videos are an enrichment for me😍Keep up the good work! Looking forward to the next video ❤️ Oh and I'll try the recipe😍 Looks totally delicious🤤🤤

[@lavenderperidot1359]

Dear tea lover, please try Steven Smith Teamaker teas from Portland!

[@marinamayer6920]

Number 1 is soooo important for me cause I live in a one room apartment, I just don't want to get out of bed if everything is beyond messy.

[@carrie-leehurzeler7413]

I’d love to know the wall colour in your dining area please. Thank you!

[@meghanlivingstone]

Hey Carrie! I wish I knew the name of it but the walls were this colour when we moved here! It's basically just a very light creamy beige colour. Sorry that's not overly helpful!

[@sw9868]

@@meghanlivingstone I love how you painted the dining chairs black! Goes great with the light above the table. Did you just paint 2 of them?

[@MajaSmiley]

Meghan, have you painted those kitchen chairs in black? 😳 Anyways, the video is really relaxing. I am tea drinker; I don't respond well to caffeine. ☺️

[@krisvaughan1531]

Tea.

[@studywithadhi]

Love u Meghan❤️❤️ missed you...loads of hugs and kisses from India❤️🔥❤️❤️❤️

[@sandrastephens217]

I can't tell... it might be the lighting, but did you end up painting the dining chairs black? It looks like it in the background. LOL :)

[@nancydee6106]

Do you know what else I have found very comfy and cozy lol is red lights, blublox makes some very awesome products, I love the Lumi lights, and the book clip! I turn these on in the evening time as well as using their sleep plus glasses and it makes you sleep so well! And you know how it cuts down on all that blue light at the end of the night to help melatonin production which is our number one antioxidant in our body not just a hormone for sleep! I sound like some commercial but I tell you what I’m so excited about it because it works!!!

[@shaynaclark5]

Both coffee and tea and hot chocolate

[@madelinesullivan5088]

You painted your chairs!

[@meghanlivingstone]

I did!! Very happy with them

[@Patricia-Doesberg]

Plants. Bringing nature into my home helps me to make it feel homey.

[@lisadixon5886]

Haha, failed at no.1! Has been a constant struggle all my life...

[@jennyberger6688]

How about WITH kids. There are not a lot of people who can live like this.

[@meghanlivingstone]

I don't have kids so I can't speak to that experience right now, but I did try to give a couple tips in this video for those with kids!

[@westerncitizen2188]

Hi Meghan, I heard your husband is seeing another woman.