Cozy up for fall reading
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and gold and the air becomes crisp and inviting, there’s no better time to cozy up with a good book than during the fall season. To enhance your reading experience and immerse yourself fully in the autumn atmosphere, consider creating the perfect fall reading space—a cozy nook that invites you to escape into the world of stories while surrounded by the warmth and charm of the season.
Whether you’re able to dedicate a space solely for reading or you have to create a reading corner somewhere in your home, these five tips will help you make your reading spot perfect for fall.
I’d like to share five tips with you on creating that cozy reading spot today. Ready?
Comfy Seating:
- Find a comfortable chair or a plush armchair with soft cushions. You want a seat that invites you to sink in and stay a while. Add a cozy throw blanket for added comfort and warmth.
Fall-Themed Decor:
- To infuse your reading nook/space with the spirit of fall, decorate it with autumn-inspired decor. Here are some ideas:
- Pillows and Throws: Adorn your chair with throw pillows featuring fall colors and patterns like leaves, pumpkins, or plaid.
- Foliage and Wreaths: Hang a fall wreath on the wall or incorporate faux autumn leaves and branches into your decor.
- Candles: Place scented candles with fall fragrances like cinnamon, apple, or pumpkin spice on nearby surfaces. Be sure to practice safety when using candles.
- Seasonal Artwork: Hang or lean fall-themed artwork or prints on the walls to bring in the colors and aesthetics of autumn.
A Side Table:
- A small side table or bookshelf is essential for holding your current book, a hot beverage, or reading glasses. Decorate it with a vase of autumn flowers or a mini pumpkin arrangement.
Portable Reading Materials:
- Suggest using portable reading materials like e-readers or audiobooks. These can be enjoyed anywhere in the house, from the kitchen table to a cozy corner of the bedroom.
Reading Caddy:
- Recommend the use of a reading caddy or tote bag to keep all reading essentials in one place. This makes it easy to move around the house and read wherever they feel comfortable.
And here’s the little pup who makes every area of our home cozy. She’s the perfect reading companion (when she’s not stealing socks). 🙂
Do you have a dedicated reading spot in your home? If so, tell us about it. Do you have any tips for creating a cozy reading nook? If you don’t have a dedicated space, where do you primarily read?
Debra Sennefelder is the author of the Food Blogger Mystery series and the Resale Boutique Mystery series.
She lives and writes in Connecticut. When she’s not writing, she enjoys baking, exercising and taking long walks with her Shih-Tzu, Connie.
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Debra, you’ve planted a bug that makes me want to hunker down and catch up on my TBR list! The only thing I can think of to add is a tempting aroma, like freshly baked bread, cinnamon, or vanilla.
Sara Lynn,
A cozy candle would be perfect! Or, a yummy freshly baked pumpkin-anything would be good too. 🙂
I love the cozy reading space in my bedroom, a chaise longue that sits next to a window with a view of the park across the street. It’s super-comfy, and I bought it second-hand for a good price. I feel like a queen at leisure in it whenever I can steal the time to read.
Gay, your reading space sounds lovely. A perfect space to read.
an oversized chair with a small table nearby for my beverage of choice works most of the time…. or in another room, a deep-set couch does the same cozy trick (but has a tv for noise instead of music).
Debra, your reading spot sounds so cozy and comfy for many hours of reading.
Debra
Debra, a nice invitation to start reading books that I’ve bought for research purposes for my next mystery! I think I’ll fix myself a cup of matcha with cinnamon and start reading!
Kathryn,
Enjoy your research. And that cup of tea. I haven’t tried Marcus with cinnamon, sounds
so comforting.
Debra