The holiday season is usually a time when we get together with loved ones from near and far, however this season looks and feels very different than holidays past due to the pandemic. With that said, I wanted to share three items to boost your mood while staying at home because we all deserve a little self care these days!
Three items to boost your mood while staying at home if you want to feel festive:
Holiday Sweater:
In recent years, ugly sweater parties have become super popular, so “ugly” holiday sweaters seem to be everywhere. There’s something for everyone from Hanukkah sweaters, to Christmas sweaters, to holiday neutral sweaters. This is one of my favorite ugly sweater companies that got their first big break on Shark Tank! I have the Hanukkah sweater, and the quality is great. Truth be told, it’s actually one of the warmest sweaters I own, and I wear it around the house year round!
Themed Fuzzy Socks:
Who doesn’t love fuzzy socks? Something about them immediately makes me feel happier. Themed fuzzy socks are even better because they can help put you in the holiday spirit even if you’re a little down. As a bonus, they are often inexpensive, and easy to mail, so they’re a really easy way to spread holiday cheer to those you can’t physically be with this year.
Festive Mug:
Holly Nichols is an incredible artist who makes this amazing festive mug. She makes all sorts of other designs and items too, but I’m partial to this holiday baking mug. On top of instantly boosting your mood, buying this mug also supports a small business which is more important this year than ever!
Three items to boost your mood while staying at home if you want to feel cozy:
Cashmere Sweater:
There’s nothing more luxurious than a cashmere sweater. It can be a bit pricy, but if you invest and take good care in a quality item, it’s something you’ll be able to treasure for years to come. If you haven’t figured it out yet, I love everything black and white (very on brand) so I’m partial to this striped version, but shop around and see what really catches your eye!
Winter Scented Candle:
This winter scented candle supports another small business that I love! I discovered Little Flower Soap Co. on Etsy earlier this year, and have subsequently purchased several items from the shop, both as gifts and for myself. Every time I order, I am impressed with everything from the quality of the item, to the packaging, to the customer service. I highly recommend this shop for all of your personal and gifting needs!
Throw Blanket:
What better way to cozy up on the couch than with a throw blanket? I love this blanket because it’s pretty inexpensive and looks more high end than it is. The faux fur gives an indulgent feel without harming any animals, and instantly gives a cozy vibe to any space.