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I admit, while many people get so inspired to take down their Christmas decorations and refresh their homes, I have to really dig deep to find the joy. \u00a0If you’re like me, and crave a cozy house after Christmas, this post is for YOU!<\/strong><\/p>\n In the past few years, I’ve really made an effort to plan ahead for the big Christmas “take-down”, complete with a plan for how to get that cozy feeling. \u00a0What I do love is a clean slate and the opportunity for fresh creativity.<\/p>\n Whether you’re still enjoying the glow of Christmas lights, still have Christmas decor up only because you dread taking it down, or have taken down the decor and are feeling like your house is bare, I’ve got help for you today!<\/p>\n I am finally putting the tips that I actually use, myself, into a somewhat organized format<\/strong> here on the blog. \u00a0Hopefully, it will help you during this season too.<\/p>\n Living here in Florida, I don’t fight the winter blues, weather-wise, like some northern friends may. \u00a0However, the home decor winter blues can be a real thing. \u00a0Do you ever get that feeling that after Christmas, your home will just go back to the “plain old regular thing”?<\/p>\n Let’s chat about how you can get out of that rut and make the winter decor season a perfect time to create a cozy house after Christmas!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Faux-plant-and-candles-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Faux plant and candles” admin_label=”IMG faux plant and candles” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”how do I make my house feel cozy after Christmas” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are going to do a deeper dive into each of these important 7 elements. \u00a0However, feel free to jot down this list as you make your game plan for a cozy house after Christmas!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Winter-living-room-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Winter living room” admin_label=”IMG winter living room” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”BLOG TITLE” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”1. take down Christmas; how do I organize and store christmas ornaments” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n By the time we have finished all of the family celebrations for the holidays, I’ll admit that while I still love our Christmas decorations, our home is ready for an overhaul. \u00a0Half of that battle is just organizing and storing away Christmas decorations in the easiest, best and most efficient way possible for the following year.<\/p>\n You can find my tips for easily storing Christmas decorations over on THIS POST<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. \u00a0I promise that these tried and true ideas work well for us. \u00a0While the job is still big and isn’t really very fun, having a good plan definitely makes it more bearable.<\/strong><\/p>\n You may want to plan to leave out a few wintery greenery items. \u00a0For example, I leave some of the following available for winter decorating<\/strong> (though I do take them down and sort into a separate pile…more on that later.)<\/p>\n Unless red is part of your year-round decor, I recommend, at the least, removing all of the red decorations from your winter decor. \u00a0Any other specifically Christmas-themed items, like a Nativity or Santa decor is ready to be neatly packed and stored away too.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Store-Christmas-decor.jpg” title_text=”Store Christmas decor” admin_label=”IMG store christmas decor” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”2. undecorate your house; how can I make my house look good after christmas” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Start by\u00a0undecorating<\/i><\/b> your house. \u00a0Does that sound a little crazy? \u00a0Well, hear me out…<\/p>\n After I take down and pack up my Christmas decor, there are so many holes and empty spots. \u00a0Pots and cloches are missing the decorative accessory that completed the vignette. \u00a0The mantel is only half decorated and what’s there doesn’t look “right” anymore. There doesn’t seem to be a lot of rhyme or reason to what is left once you take out the statement pieces. \u00a0Right?<\/p>\n So, I find it easier to move all of the decor from the main decor surfaces, such as coffee tables, sofa tables, mantel, dining tables, etc.<\/strong> \u00a0Since I will put most of this decor back out, I use our long dining table as a staging area.<\/p>\n When I look around, I find that I have a clean, blank slate, ready to have fun creating in again. \u00a0While I miss the Christmas decor, I know the seasons move on. \u00a0I try to embrace the next season and challenge myself to love the way I can make our home feel for the new season.<\/p>\n All of these empty surfaces leave a blank canvas to create a cozy house after Christmas!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Undecorate-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Undecorate” admin_label=”IMG undecorated room” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”3. Deep clean and declutter” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Even though I really love a clean house and do the best I can to keep it clean all season, there is just a lot more “stuff”. \u00a0Once the Christmas decor comes down, all of those surfaces are ready for a very thorough cleaning, including the corners of the floor and the dark recesses under the couch.<\/p>\n How many pieces of ripped wrapping paper will be under your sofa this year?! \u00a0Haha!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Undecorating your home really makes this deep cleaning process so much easier. \u00a0Plus, I always have a lot more fun decorating our home when I know it is super clean and fresh!<\/p>\n A few quick tips:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Declutter-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Declutter” admin_label=”IMG declutter” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”4. slowly add back winter decor; how do you decorate for winter after christmas” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Now, it is time to shop my house and start creating a cozy house again. \u00a0That table where I gathered all of the decor that I undecorated with (well, the pieces I still love and want to continue using)? \u00a0It becomes my store!<\/strong><\/p>\n For winter decorating, I will look to add in a lot of neutrals. \u00a0Since I want to create cozy spaces, neutral colors are what feel the most calm and relaxing to me. \u00a0Plus, I just love white! \u00a0What can I say?!<\/p>\n This is certainly up to your personal preference, however. \u00a0You will want to bring in the decor that\u00a0feels<\/em> the most peaceful and relaxing and cozy to YOU!<\/p>\n Here are some key pieces I always incorporate for winter decorating:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Clocks-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Clocks” url=”https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+QgGf9Ack-6o4CMrvBHQLxw” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG clocks” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”5. faux greenery and real plants; how can I brighten my house after christmas” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Bringing some fresh plants back into your decor will literally bring life to these spaces. \u00a0You can create a cozy winter look by using some of your winter greenery that you had out at Christmas.<\/strong> \u00a0To make it feel more wintery and less “Christmas-y”, however, mix some real\/fresh low-light house plants with those faux winter greens.<\/p>\n I usually keep a couple of wreaths out (without any decor on them), a garland or two for table decor, and a few of my realistic table top trees.<\/p>\n You don’t need nearly as much as you probably use for Christmas and you also don’t want it to feel like spring has come alive. \u00a0At the same time, a simple mix of well-placed winter greenery and fresh plants can brighten up your house<\/strong> and make it feel cozy after Christmas too.<\/p>\n If you’re needing some great faux plants, here are some that I’m using this year (and have in past years also):<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Greenery-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Greenery” url=”https:\/\/amzn.to\/3VyLgbe” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG greenery” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”6. use reflective surfaces; what decorations can stay ” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Two things that I always leave out from Christmas decorations are mirrors and mercury glass pieces. \u00a0Especially when the Christmas lights are taken out, I want as much cozy light to remain as I can get. \u00a0Reflective surfaces help the candlelight look deeper and fuller in a room<\/strong> and reflect light back into the room.<\/p>\n While mirrors are certainly an easy way to do this, adding mercury glass and metal finishes, like vintage brass, are also a great way to add a cozy touch.<\/p>\n Here are a few favorites that I’m using:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Mirrors-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Mirrors” url=”https:\/\/amzn.to\/3X2To51″ url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG mirrors” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”7. use lots of candles; ” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Use lots of candles to brighten your house after Christmas. \u00a0Literally. \u00a0They are the easiest way to add the coziest look and feel to your home<\/strong>. \u00a0At the same time, they provide soft, ambient light for the longer, darker evenings.<\/p>\n For practicality and safety, I use a lot of battery-operated candles. \u00a0I use these all through the fall, Christmas, and winter seasons, so they are well-worth the investment. \u00a0Having them all set on timers just makes me happy because they all start flickering on and creating their magic around 4:30 each afternoon and flicker off at about 10:30 each night, just in time for bed!<\/p>\n Here are a few of my favorites that I am enjoying this season:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Candles-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Candles” url=”https:\/\/amzn.to\/3GyAAVD” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG candles” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”wrap up” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n I hope these tips and ideas give you some fresh inspiration as you transition your home from the busy holiday season into one that is hopefully more calm, quiet, and restful. \u00a0Since I want this season to be those things, I think it’s worth my time and effort to help my home reflect those traits too!<\/strong><\/p>\n Here’s to “undecorating” and slowly adding back in the pieces that bring a cozy, calm, and quiet feeling into our homes. \u00a0My hope is that by creating this environment, I can also prepare a space where my mind and heart can focus on those things at the same time.<\/p>\n Happy New Year!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Winter-centerpiece-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Winter centerpiece” admin_label=”IMG winter centerpiece” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”other posts to enjoy” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Follow Me” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I’d love for you to follow me on social media! \u00a0You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram<\/strong><\/a>, Pinterest<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>! \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Closing” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Blessings,<\/strong><\/p>\nHow do I make my house feel cozy after Christmas?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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7 Easy Ways to Decorate a Cozy House After Christmas<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Step #1 to a cozy house after Christmas: Take down Christmas decorations<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How do you organize and store Christmas decorations?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Step #2 for a cozy house after Christmas: Undecorate your house.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How can I make my house look good after Christmas?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Step #3 to a cozy house after Christmas: Deep clean and declutter.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Step #4 to a cozy house after Christmas:\u00a0 Slowly add in favorite decor items for winter<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How do you decorate for winter after Christmas?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Step #5 to create a cozy house after Christmas:\u00a0 Use faux winter greenery and fresh houseplants.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How can I brighten up my house after Christmas?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Step #6 for a cozy house after Christmas: Use reflective surfaces.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What decorations can stay up after Christmas?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Step #7 to create a cozy house after Christmas: Use lots of candles.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How\u00a0can I brighten my house after Christmas?<\/i><\/h3>\n
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How can I freshen the look of my house?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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