How to create a winter wonderland bedroom

Chunky knit and faux fur throws

Irresistibly soft bedroom furnishings will invite you in at the end of a chilly winter’s day.

A sure-fire way of creating a cosy feel in your bedroom this winter is to add a chunky knit or a faux fur throw to your bed. Super soft and totally toasty, thick blankets create an abundant look that’s oh so inviting. Faux fur is a great choice if you’re seeking a log cabin retreat kind of look, reminiscent of the rich furs and pelts that keep the frost away.

For throws, choosing a chunky knit rather than fine adds a rustic, homemade element to your bedscape, particularly in warm neutral colours such as cream, brown or green. You could even knit one yourself if you’re seeking a mindful hobby to see you through the winter months! Check out this tutorial on how to knit a blanket by the cosy connoisseurs at Wool and the Gang.

Bring the outdoors in with a festive garland

If you don’t have space to put an extra Christmas tree in your bedroom, consider a garland to add a touch of greenery.

You may be used to hanging Christmas garlands on your fireplace or along your staircase. Perhaps even outside your house? But have you ever considered using garlands as a bedroom decoration? No? Well, this year is the time to get experimenting.

We love a festive garland draped along the headboard of a bed, just like we’ve done with our Margot Bed below. It looks classy, sophisticated, and is the perfect finishing touch to your cosy bedroom setup. Just picture settling down here with a hot chocolate in your favourite festive mug and tucking into your latest bedtime read. You’ll be sure to spend a lot more time here after this simple festive makeover…

Plentiful pillows and scatter cushions

Style your winter bed to perfection with a combination of functional and decorative pillows, plus scatter cushions to add fluff.

More is more, so don’t hold back. You could opt for a matching set for a cohesive look, or consider a mix of textures in complimentary colour palettes to add variety and cosiness – it’s Christmas, after all!

For secret spaces to tuck softs away while you snooze, why not consider a storage bed with handy drawers or a spacious ottoman? The wonderful Wilson bed frame pictured above comes complete with side-opening ottoman storage, perfect for stashing festive treasures.

Layering rugs

Adding a rug to your bedside area gives you a cosy place to sink your feet when you start your day.

Nobody wants to get out of bed in the chilly wintertime and be met with cold flooring. Rugs can add that much-needed warmth to wooden floors, but can also be placed over carpet for an opulent look, particularly when multiple textures and sizes are layered together.

If you’re considering what type of rug will suit your space, faux fur and shearling rugs add a romantic touch, while short pile rugs create a sleeker modern look. Deep pile fluffy rugs are great if you’re looking for a luxurious finish.

Fairy lights and mood lighting

Forget harsh overhead lighting – adding soft touches to your bedroom will help to create a relaxing ambience this winter.

Fairy lights create the ultimate cosy vibes and can be strung along your headboard, window ledge or curtain rail depending on your room configuration. If you’re short on plug sockets, battery-operated lights are an excellent fuss-free option.

Alternatively, you could go all in on a bedroom Christmas tree! British households are increasingly introducing more than one tree to their home, so why not consider adding one to the bedroom? They make a wonderful source of light and festive cheer, even if you opt for a pocket-size pick.

Other ways to create a warm, cosy glow in your bedroom include:

• Lighting some candles – opt for scents of cloves, cinnamon, pine or orange for a winter-scented boost
• Plugging in salt lamps to help purify the air and give a warm glow
• Installing warm LED bulbs to your bedside lamps
• Placing light-up decorations or trinkets in your bedroom.

Winter plants

Adorn your bedroom with some wintry foliage for a natural finishing touch.

You could get creative and make your own handmade Christmas wreath with some dried cotton stems and faux foliage – there’s plenty of inspiration over on Pinterest! Placing your creation it on the wall above the bed will create a focal point that draws the eye as you enter your winter wonderland bedroom. We’ve added some lights to the one pictured above, which will bathe your bedroom in a warm glow. Paired with the soft, cosy upholstered Jay bed, it’s oh-so inviting at the end of a long winter day.

You can also add more dried stems in vases or bottle green vintage glass to decorate your room if wall hangings are a no-go. Our top picks are frosted pine or fluffy pampas grass for a luxuriously festive look.