When Gary came home on Tuesday night from his work holiday party, he did so bearing gifts!! Sometimes with gift swaps you can really luck out and he picked a seriously plush throw – the man knew who he was picking for! That led to me to dreaming up my must haves for a cozy night at home! I sort of blame the West Elm catalog I was also flipping through!
My cozy night essentials!
My cozy night essentials!
Step 1: Must get comfy!! I need to throw on my comfortable pajamas and get situated in my spot on the couch! Does anyone else have a set position on their couch? Once situated I can wrap myself in the most luxurious throw ever! Side note – I was about to purchase the one above from Target’s Threshold collectionlast Friday, but thought ours had some more life left in it…little did I know I’d get one anyway!
Step 2: For those of us not fortunate enough to have a real fireplace we have to stick to candles!! If you want to hear wood cracking for real check out these Wood Wick candles I recently found – you can also find them at Marshalls!
Step 3: Now comes the what to drink part! Sometimes I’m in the mood for a glass of wine other times I really want something yummy so I opt for some hot chocolate with mini marshmallows! Both Gary and I have the limited edition Anthropologie mugs and it makes drinking a little more festive!
Step 4: Finding something we can both agree on to watch!! Friday nights are usually our take out and movie night, but before that we catch up on all our shows from the week like Marry Me and The Mindy Project.
Can’t forget: The sweet and salty snacks…inevitably if I just finished something salty I need to follow it up by eating something sweet…my go to is just a few chocolate chips on their own.
What are your cozy night essentials?
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Yes yes YES to all of these!!! I think the most essential things are the comfy PJs and the blanket. Everything else is just bonus!
Totally with you on Marry Me–love it! 🙂 And sweet/salty snacks….yum!
Love this post–hope you get more awesome things in holiday swaps!! 🙂
I am obsessed with throw blankets! We have so many lol. I love Target's and Max studio. Those Anthro mugs are adorable! xo
I am aaaaallllllllllll about the cozy! pjs, slippers, blankies…..I love it all!
Sweet and salty….like popcorn and m&ms?!?!?! 😉
One of the first things I do when I get home is put on comfy pajamas! And I'm always wrapped up in a cozy blanket, no matter what time of year! Those Wood Wick candles are my favorite candles too!!
<3, Pamela
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Reading this post is making it harder to leave my cozy bed right now, haha! My essential item is my leopard-print snuggie…it looks completely ridiculous but hey, can't let those arms get cold 😉
ohh i love a good cozy blanket! i really want to get a faux fur one! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
Glad I am not the only one who enjoys goldfish. My husband always teases me about it.
That throw looks sooooo soft and I'm a big fan of the Wood Wick candles! I have a cinnamon one I burn in my living room that smells (and sounds) amazing!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Sounds perfect!! Too bad I fk t live closer, I'd totally invite myself to your cozy nights in 😉 tell me more about this Marry Me show, I've never heard of it!
Yes! Mindy is my favorite!!! Oh how I would love to cuddle up in that blanket and those jammies and binge watch some Netflix!
Caitlin C
I totally need a good pair of PJs I actually tabbed them the other night 😉 The minute it gets cold here Mark puts on the heat and finds the biggest blankets…..such a S.FL boy lol…..me on the other hand haven't had the heat on once 😉
I wish it was the weekend and I could cozy up with all that right this second!
Ah! Now I'm wishing it was night time (aka- Mia's bed time) and I could cozy up under a blanket with some hot chocolate and a good movie! What a sad start to my day considering Mia hasn't even woken up for the day yet- ha ha!
Want to hear something crazy? When we moved here 3 years ago, we were renting a beautiful home (oh how I miss the garage there!!) with a fireplace…. and we never used it. NOT EVEN ONCE! I am seriously kicking myself for not taking advantage, especially after Mia was born! All those hours just cuddling Mia WITHOUT the coziness of a fire? Ugh!
you know i am wanting that mug!!
That was basically my night last night except replace the goldfish with Nilla Wafers haha! I love a cozy night!
<3 Shannon
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This is perfect! Ryan and I are picking out our holiday jammies for each other today, so I'm looking forward to having a nice new cozy pair. 🙂 Your cozy nights pretty much sound just like ours – although, we don't always decide what to watch as easily, lol!
This list is perfection, I can't think of anything more you would need for a cozy night in! Love the pj's, blanket, tv shows, and salty and sweet snacks especially!
Cozy nights in are my favorite! I have a set place on the couch but the position varies! I like to think I'm a wine drinker when it comes time to relax but lately I've been opting for a mug of tea!
Yes to it all! I'm dreaming of a cozy night in soon! That blanket looks like Heaven!
Love, love, love! The Anthropologie mug is the cutest and they actually have a Z! And I saw that furry blanket the other day and was so tempted! Love it.
xo Southern Style
A cozy throw is a must! Love wood wick candles! There is just something about hearing that pop and crackle…hmm that kind of sounded like a rice krispies ad (oh well) lol 🙂
A perfectly cozy night! I miss having a fireplace… thankfully I’m a big fan of candles too 🙂
Haha, YES! Hubs and I have our "assigned seating" on the couch – even the dogs have their own consistent spots! And I'm so glad I'm not the only one who buys chocolate chips not for baking, but to eat straight out of the bag. Just a few per night 😉
Love this post!! I'm with you all the way on the snacks too. I always need to have something sweet after eating something salty. 🙂 I would also include fuzzy socks and a nice glass of wine or tea. 🙂 I hope that you are having a good day so far too.
I am SO obsessed with blankets. Chris makes fun of me because they are all over the house. I sometimes even keep one in the back seat of his car so I can cuddle up with the dog on long trips. (I sit in the back when Sky is with us).
i just love those mugs. i was too slow to get them last year so i hope they are back so i can snag one 🙂 also – that bag of goldfish is gone for me in one sitting every time. i can't buy them! lastly, marry me is a great show but it'll never come close to happy endings. rip happy endings, rip.
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Yes yes yes! Nick and I both have our "spots" on the couch, too – so funny. We're having our first fire in our fireplace tonight and I can't wait! But otherwise I am a HUGE fan of the Woodwick candles!
A good throw is a MUST! I have a Vera Bradley one that is hideous and doesn't match a thing in my apartment but it doesn't matter. I will always snuggle up in it when I'm on the couch. PS Good job Gary on the gift exchange! You've taught him well B!
~Elise @ highheelsglitteringeyes.blogspot.com
I own a plush throw similar to that and it's perfect for snuggling on the couch and some comfy/warm PJs make it all that much better!
i love that goldfish are on your list. i love a good furry throw and yoga pants! oh and a candle too. for sure!
Perfect things for a wonderful night it!
I just ADORE that mug from anthro.. I need one in my life!
xo ClassToCloset
I am in desperate need of that mug! Seems everyone has it except for me! 🙂
Shauna
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Oh I haven't watched Marry Me. Now I have to check it out. I love that actress from the last show she was on as Penny.
Cozy nights in are the best! We are hoping to have one tomorrow night! Your picks are perfect and I am in love with those PJ's!
Xoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
I often have a handful of chocolate chips as well to satisfy my sweet craving. I have the anthro mug but not the gold one, maybe the non limited edition? lol. I haven't got it out of the box yet lol. I wanted to get KC one too but then there would be 2 K's and where's the fun in that lol
A good throw is key to a cozy night! We love Marry Me and the Mindy Project too
I love Wood Wyck Candles – They make great noise and look amazing. And that throw – OH M GEEEEEE – I want it. Klay probably would laugh if I got it, but I don't care – – – TAKE MY MONEY!
Cozy essentials? Well, I have these GAWFUL LL Bean slippers, they are hideous but oh so comfy – and I have my fleece penguin hooded nightgown – Also hideous – but comfy!!!
Yes, yes and yes. On day's it's really chilly we always say we want to put our cozies on and snuggle up on the couch with the fireplace going, and just watch a movie. That is my perfect evening honestly. I love that Threshhold throw!
That looks like the perfect night to me.
I love those wick candles… the pop & crackle makes me happy
I am so with you comfy PJ's, scented candle, hot cocoa, my pillow, great movie, and thats my night time essentials! Love It!
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West Elm is so addictive, love their stuff. The wood wick candles are the best, love the sound they make! My VS pj's always make an appearance and a plush blanket is always on the couch. Add some mulled wine and you have a party! 😉
If I could be doing this right now that would be great! Sounds so perfect and extremely cozy. Friday plans have been made 🙂
Shannon
Clothes & Quotes
You lucked out with that gift- I love anything soft, furry, and fluffy! And my cozy essentials would have to be some fuzzy socks, fleece PJ pants, and a hot cup of tea/cider/hot chocolate (with baileys lol).
This list is perfect! I have one of those blankets and love it. I am also a lover of Marry Me. The boyfriend likes it too, so it's a win-win. I hope you enjoyed your Tuesday night in! I'm jealous of your low-key night!
Good job Gary 😉 Cozy pj's and a candle are my cozy night must haves!
I don't know where the goldfish came out from but I hear ya on everything else. LOVE Mindy!!
I want everything on that list for the perfect night! I eye that throw every time I am in Target (yesterday) and need to just get it!
Perfect! There is nothing better than snuggling up on the couch in cozy PJ's with a throw and some hot chocolate. And a snack!
This is us, every night haha. We haven't paid to get the gas line for the fireplace installed yet but sometimes I make Trey put it on the fire channel for just a second, just to see how it feels 😉
How fun 🙂 I saw those mugs at Anthro and loved them. Man, I could sure use a cozy night about now. Sounds relaxing!!
i'm stopping over from cheshire kat and must agree with you about throw blankets here. i mean. i could probably have about fifty of them and it would never be enough. west elm… pottery barn… now where is that money tree of mine?
lol my husband cant agree on watching anything with me either 🙂
Anne-Marie Mitchell
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Love all of your picks! Wood wick candles are the best! Also love those mugs and that throw!
lovely post ! kiss !
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I saw that mug at Williams Sonoma the other day, want it!
Gift swaps are such a crapshoot. I hate when people bring gag gifts! Haha. That throw looks so cozy and I haven't heard of Marry Me yet. It looks like an adorable show.
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sweatpants and food. you just stole my heart.
I love this get cozy idea!!!!
Melanie @ meandmr.com
That looks so perfect! And now you're almost to your Friday cozy night in… of which I'm a little jealous! That looks throw looks cozylicious! I meant to watch "Marry Me" but I forgot to record it so I never got to watch it. Is it a good one? I might try to catch up online or something and watch next season…
-Claire
fashionandfeathers.com
Yes to all of this!! I'm all about the cozy winter nights in! I haven't checked out Marry Me yet but I'm totally obsessed with The Mindy Project and luckily so is my hubby so it's the perfect night in show!
Sweatpants, Christmas tree lights, and definitely dessert!
Yes to all of the above! I'm gonna have to look into the Wood Wick candles!!
Pajama sets are definitely my cozy essential.
If I know I have a day of just lounging around the house I am definitely in a matching pajama set. It's my favorite way to be comfortable and cute.
This post is so lovely!
XX
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I love that throw!!! It looks so comfy! Nick and I both love the same spot on the couch so it's always a race to see who can get there first!
~Ashley @ A Cute Angle
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I need to get a WoodWick candle… I can see myself sipping cocoa and reading a book next to one crackling!
This all sounds so cozy!! haha the only cold weather Im getting these days is from my AC which is on full blast right now!