5 Simple Ways to Add Cozy Textures and Decor to Your Home This Autumn
There’s just something magical about autumn—the crisp air, golden leaves, and the way your home starts calling out for warm blankets, flickering candles, and all things cozy. At Our Cozy Little Home, fall is one of our favorite seasons to decorate for because it's all about creating comfort and embracing slower moments.
If you're ready to bring that snuggly, layered feeling into your home this season, here are 5 easy and thoughtful ways to add cozy textures and decor for autumn.
1. Layer Throw Blankets and Pillows
Swap out your lightweight summer textiles for soft, chunky throws and plush pillows in rich, fall-inspired tones like burnt orange, mustard, cranberry, and deep forest green. Look for knit, boucle, or faux fur textures—these add warmth both visually and physically. Try draping a blanket over the arm of your couch or layering pillows in varied sizes and materials for a lived-in, inviting look.
2. Add Warm Wood and Natural Elements
Autumn is all about connecting to nature, so bring in elements like wood, rattan, dried wheat, or acorns. Wooden bowls, vintage cutting boards, or a bundle of dried florals in a ceramic vase can instantly add texture and seasonal warmth. We love scattering small touches like pinecones or mini gourds around the house for subtle nods to the season.
3. Incorporate Soft Lighting
The right lighting can completely transform a space. As the days get shorter, we love to lean into soft, ambient light. Think flickering candles (real or flameless), warm-toned string lights, and cozy table lamps with warm bulbs. Bonus points if you place your lighting near a textured piece—like a knit pouf or wood side table—to cast pretty shadows and make the room feel even more inviting.
4. Swap Out Rugs and Curtains
Textiles don't stop at blankets! Swapping a lightweight rug for a plush or woven one adds instant coziness underfoot. If you’re feeling extra ambitious, switching your curtains to something with a heavier weave or a deeper tone can make your space feel snug and seasonally styled.
5. Create a Cozy Autumn Scent Story
Cozy isn’t just visual—it’s also about how your home feels and smells. A signature autumn scent like cinnamon, clove, vanilla, or smoked cedar can create an immediate sense of warmth. We use candles, essential oils, and simmer pots on the stove with apple slices, cinnamon sticks, and orange peels. It’s such a simple way to make your home feel like fall.
However you decorate, the key is to create a space that makes you want to curl up, stay in, and enjoy the slower pace of the season. Cozy doesn’t have to be complicated—it just has to feel like you.
Happy fall from Our Cozy Little Home!
— Bryan & Jameson
