With winter upon us, it’s time to get cozy and spend some quality time with the people you love. And while the holidays provide opportunities for just that, we’re talking about having a special mindset of coziness—or what the Danish call hygge (“hoo-guh”).
Hygge has been such a phenomenon in recent years that it was added to the Merriam-Webster dictionary in 2021. But what does hygge entail? According to denmark.dk, it’s “often about informal time together with family or close friends. Typically, the setting is at home or another quiet location. … There is no agenda. You celebrate the small joys of life, or maybe discuss deeper topics. It is an opportunity to unwind and take things slow.”
While there are lots of nuances to hygge and how people implement it in their lives, think a good book, a slice of cake, and a warm blanket and you’re off to a pretty good start. Looking for specific suggestions? Here are 19 items with some hygge vibes that are perfect to help you enjoy the season.
Together Matters Blanket
This cozy, oversized blanket was created with your family in mind! Luxuriously soft, large enough for everyone to share, and perfect for family movie nights!
Olive Branch Charcuterie Board
Featuring the signature olive branch design found on most of the Gathering Collection pieces, this charcuterie board will look lovely at any type of gathering and doubles as the perfect accent piece when not being used to entertain. Let the olive leaf become a reminder of a peaceful welcome and the fruitful love of a home filled with hospitality.
Comfort and Joy Christmas Socks
There's nothing cozier than sitting in front of a fire with a pair of new, warm socks. This Christmas, start a sweet and simple Christmas tradition with new socks for the whole family. These cozy socks are an easy way to bring your whole family together no matter how and where you are celebrating this Christmas season.
Candlestick Holder
Enhance your holiday centerpiece or use these candlestick holders as a year round accent.
Come and Stay Welcome Mat
Make your home an inviting place to gather loved ones with an inspiring message before they even enter the front door! Let your welcoming begin on the porch with a heartfelt invitation—come and stay.
Delicious Gatherings: Recipes to Celebrate Together
Here is your invitation to step into the kitchen and create a meal worth remembering! With this cookbook, you can gather together around savory recipes, including Spicy Maple Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Pepitas or the Ultimate Chili con Queso. Then bring on dessert with Chocolate Peanut Butter Puddle Cookies or Maple Hazelnut Pie.
Crocheted Cotton Pot Holder (Assorted)
Use these crocheted cotton pot holders when preparing some soup or other comfort food to get you through a wintry night.
Light Groweth Bright Candle
The Light Groweth Bright candle is the ideal relaxation candle. Light this candle to set the ambiance in any room of your home. Your friends will start talking about the amazing scent but keep talking about the incredible packaging. Purchase this candle for those you love this holiday season and get them a gift they can enjoy all year long.
Lakeshire Park
Settle in with a good book like Lakeshire Park to bring a little more hygge into your life. Set in England in 1820, this proper romance has a story line with all the Jane Austen feels. For a little extra dose of hygge, we recommend a good blaze (real or virtual) in the fireplace and a nice, hot drink.
Knitted Wheat Pillow
Get comfy and snuggle up with this beautiful knitted wheat pillow while reading a good book, watching a movie, or spending time with your friends and family.
These Days Should Be Remembered Notebook
This spiral-bound notebook from Becky Higgins is perfect for whatever it is you want to write down ... your daily journal, goals, sketches, quotes, and more! This notebook also comes with a story from Becky Higgins sharing the inspiration for the design.
Tenzi Game
Bring your family and friends together to enjoy some hygge by playing Tenzi. You can keep it simple and play the traditional way, or try out one of these 77 variations. Add some hot chocolate, apple cider, and yummy sweets and you’re all set for a cozy night in.
My Picture Book of Songs Songbook (50th Anniversary Edition)
This songbook is perfect for gathering your children around the piano. With music broken down into all four seasons, there are plenty of winter songs to get you through those chilly nights.
Jane Manning James Heritage Doll
Heritage dolls like this one of Jane Manning James are a great way to enjoy hygge with your little ones. Simple yet beautiful, each doll comes with a satchel and card sharing a bit about herself. This is the perfect gift for any young girl and is just the way to help you make memories together away from the screen.
Telestrations
Nothing beats the warmth of laughter with friends and family. That’s why the original Telestrations board game is the perfect ice breaker activity for any holiday get-together and hygge night in.
His Prayer 100-Piece Puzzle
What’s cozier than doing a puzzle on a cold winter’s night? This 100-piece puzzle is just the right challenge for little ones. Plus, the beautiful picture of the Savior can help create opportunities for your family to talk about Christ and His love for us.
Faith Talks Conversation Cards
Conversation cards intended to create faith-filled family conversations that will help children and teens practice expressing their faith so sharing testimony with others comes easily and naturally. Use the cards to make gospel discussions part of everyday moments, or as a short conversation starter before prayer.
Think Happy Be Happy Gel Pens
The swish of a good pen is the ultimate satisfying experience. Use these fun matte and fade resistant colors in pretty pastels, bold brights, and earthy neutrals with a happy inspirational quote to motivate, cheer, and brighten your thoughts on a chilly wintry evening.
Marimekko Notecards
If you're already penning happy thoughts, why not send some holiday cheer to a friend, family member, or neighbor? These all-purpose notecards are showcased in a keepsake box and can provide you with a great, cozy, hygge way to serve others that will surely brighten someone's day.