<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>cozy Archives - Bob's Blog</title> <atom:link href="https://www.mybobs.com/tag/cozy/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/tag/cozy/</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:16:24 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4</generator> <image> <url>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cropped-B-icon-32x32.png</url> <title>cozy Archives - Bob's Blog</title> <link>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/tag/cozy/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>How To: Make a Chunky Blanket</title> <link>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/diy-chunky-blanket/</link> <comments>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/diy-chunky-blanket/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Bob]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2019 21:03:58 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DIY Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bedroom]]></category> <category><![CDATA[blanket]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chunky blanket]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cozy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DIY]]></category> <category><![CDATA[how to]]></category> <category><![CDATA[knitting]]></category> <category><![CDATA[living room]]></category> <category><![CDATA[warm]]></category> <category><![CDATA[winter]]></category> <category><![CDATA[yarn]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://mybobs.wpengine.com/?p=1831</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>With the cooler weather quickly approaching, be prepared with a chunky blanket! I don’t mean just any ordinary chunky blanket, but one that you handcraft all by yourself! There are so many different options for yarn out there, with different feels, colors, and sizes. By creating it yourself you can pick the one that best […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/diy-chunky-blanket/">How To: Make a Chunky Blanket</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog">Bob's Blog</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>With the cooler weather quickly approaching, be prepared with a chunky blanket! I don’t mean just any ordinary chunky blanket, but one that you handcraft all by yourself! There are so many different options for yarn out there, with different feels, colors, and sizes. By creating it yourself you can pick the one that best suits you. </p> <p>It’s also easier to make than you think… Trust me! </p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BDF_bedroom_10-04-19-5011-1024x683.jpg" alt="Snuggle up with a cozy comfy blanket | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1864" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BDF_bedroom_10-04-19-5011-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BDF_bedroom_10-04-19-5011-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BDF_bedroom_10-04-19-5011-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BDF_bedroom_10-04-19-5011-1168x780.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Snuggle up this winter with a cozy chunky blanket!</figcaption></figure> </div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Yarn</h2> <p>For my project today, I decided to go with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/HomeModa-Studio-Non-Mulesed-Knitting-Blankets/dp/B07G182VD8/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2QDA951T387D9&keywords=homemoda+studio+100%25+non-mulesed+chunky+wool+yarn&qid=1570200314&sprefix=HomeModa+Studio%2Caps%2C289&sr=8-4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="100% non-mulesed chunky wool yarn (opens in a new tab)">100% non-mulesed chunky wool yarn</a>. I like this particular yarn for a few different reasons. You can’t beat how soft it feels and how warm it is. This combination of softness and warmth makes it the perfect blanket! </p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="561" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Photo-1_Yarn-1024x561.jpg" alt="I used 100% non-mulesed chunky wool yarn to create my blanket | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1832" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Photo-1_Yarn-1024x561.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Photo-1_Yarn-300x164.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Photo-1_Yarn-768x421.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Photo-1_Yarn-1168x640.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">I used 100% non-mulesed chunky wool yarn to create my blanket</figcaption></figure> </div> <p>Once you decide what material you want to use, you need to figure out how much of it you will need. Depending on the brand and thickness of material you end up using, you can determine how much you will need for the project. Here is a little go-to <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/media/downloadable/files/links/HowMuchYarn_021819_H.pdf?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=yarncharthyperlink" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="chart (opens in a new tab)">chart</a> that can help you out!</p> <p>I decided to make a large throw blanket, roughly 40 by 60 inches. This can be a perfect accent blanket or your <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="sofa (opens in a new tab)" href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/living-room/c/sofas?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=sofahyperlink" target="_blank">sofa</a> or <a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/collections/bedroom-collections?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=bedhyperlink" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="bed (opens in a new tab)">bed</a>—you really can’t go wrong! </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Methods</h2> <p>There are a few different ways you can knit a chunky blanket. The first method and the most traditional and well-known one is by using knitting needles. A second way to knit a blanket is by using your arms in place of knitting needles. This way tends to be more work in the end, as when it’s attached to your arms, you can’t easily walk away from the blanket. The third way (the one that I find to be the easiest for beginners) is to use your hands and the floor. This is the method that I’ll be walking you through. At the end of the day, there is no right or wrong way of doing this; it really all comes down to preference. <br></p> <p>Now that you know what method you’ll be using and how much yarn you need, let’s get started with the steps!</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Step One</h2> <p>To start, you want to make a loop at one end of the yarn. </p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/STarting-Loop-1024x683.jpg" alt="Start your chunky blanket project by making a loop at the end of the yarn | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1852" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/STarting-Loop-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/STarting-Loop-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/STarting-Loop-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/STarting-Loop-1168x780.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Start by making a loop at the end of the yarn</figcaption></figure> </div> <p>Once the loop is created, you will pull the yarn through the loop, to create a new loop. This is considered one stitch. You will repeat creating new loops until you reach the width that you want the blanket to be.</p> <figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Floor-Shot-1024x683.jpg" alt="Continue to create new loops until you reach the desired width | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1853" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Floor-Shot-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Floor-Shot-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Floor-Shot-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Floor-Shot-1168x780.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Continue to create new loops until you reach the desired width </figcaption></figure> <p>For the large throw I made, I casted on 23<strong> </strong>stitches in the first row. Depending on how many stitches you make, it will determine the overall amount of yarn that you use. </p> <p>When you are done with the first row, it should resemble a giant braid!</p> <figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/First-row_Braid-1024x683.jpg" alt="The first row of your chunky blanket should look like a giant braid | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1854" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/First-row_Braid-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/First-row_Braid-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/First-row_Braid-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/First-row_Braid-1168x780.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Your first row should look like a giant braid</figcaption></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Step Two</h2> <p>When you are done casting the first row, you will then cast on the second row. You will start this by grabbing the last stitch (loop) from the end, then pulling through the yarn to create, yet again, another loop! You will repeat this step all the way down the second row.</p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo6" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/blanketloops6-1024x576.jpg" alt="Start on the second row after you have completed the first row of your chunky blanket | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1855" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/blanketloops6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/blanketloops6-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/blanketloops6-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/blanketloops6-1168x657.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Repeat the looping technique from the first row to create your second row</figcaption></figure> </div> <p>When you finish the second row, you’ll move onto creating the third. Just like you did for the second row, you’ll cast on new stitches to create a new row of loops. You will continue these steps, back and forth, for the rest of the blanket. </p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Showing-Loops-1024x683.jpg" alt="Repeat the looping process for the rest of your chunky blanket | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1856" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Showing-Loops-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Showing-Loops-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Showing-Loops-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Showing-Loops-1168x780.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Continue the looping technique until your blanket is complete</figcaption></figure> </div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Step Three</h2> <p>Once you’re done with all the rows you want, you’ll need to cast off to finish the blanket. Very important: you want to make sure there is enough yarn at the end as if you were going to do another row. It takes just about as much yarn to finish off the blanket as it does to complete an additional row.</p> <p>To cast off, you’ll grab two loops at the end, take the yarn, and pull through to create a new loop.</p> <div class="wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-square"><div class="tiled-gallery__gallery"><div class="tiled-gallery__row columns-3"><div class="tiled-gallery__col"><figure class="tiled-gallery__item"><img decoding="async" alt="" data-height="4912" data-id="1867" data-link="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/?attachment_id=1867" data-url="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Two-loops-1.jpg" data-width="7360" src="https://i1.wp.com/blog.mybobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Two-loops-1.jpg?ssl=1&resize=2000%2C2000" layout="responsive"/></figure></div><div class="tiled-gallery__col"><figure class="tiled-gallery__item"><img decoding="async" alt="" data-height="4912" data-id="1868" data-link="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/?attachment_id=1868" data-url="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Two-loops_PullingYarn-2.jpg" data-width="7360" src="https://i2.wp.com/blog.mybobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Two-loops_PullingYarn-2.jpg?ssl=1&resize=2000%2C2000" layout="responsive"/></figure></div><div class="tiled-gallery__col"><figure class="tiled-gallery__item"><img decoding="async" alt="" data-height="4912" data-id="1870" data-link="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/?attachment_id=1870" data-url="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Two-loops_FInalStep-2.jpg" data-width="7360" src="https://i2.wp.com/blog.mybobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Two-loops_FInalStep-2.jpg?ssl=1&resize=2000%2C2000" layout="responsive"/></figure></div></div></div></div> <p>Next, you will take the newly created loop, along with the next loop in the row, and pull the yarn through.</p> <p>You will continue doing this until you reach the end of the blanket.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Step Four</h2> <p>In this last step, you will cast off and end the blanket. I personally like to tie a knot within the last loop just to make sure the yarn stays in place. Then, you can cut off anything extra, but still leaving a short piece so that you can tuck/weave it back into the blanket. It ends up looking like it’s not even there!</p> <figure class="wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" data-id="1860" src="https://blog.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step1-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1860" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step1-1168x779.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" data-id="1861" src="https://blog.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step2-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1861" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step2-1168x779.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" data-id="1862" src="https://blog.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step3-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1862" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step3-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step3-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step3-1168x779.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" data-id="1863" src="https://blog.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step4-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1863" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step4-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step4-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CastingOff_Step4-1168x779.jpg 1168w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> </figure> <p>Now you’re all done! Sit back, relax and enjoy your new blanket!</p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=photo8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="768" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IG_Organic_ChunkyBlanket-768x768.png" alt="Sit back and enjoy your new chunky blanket | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-1889" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IG_Organic_ChunkyBlanket-768x768.png 768w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IG_Organic_ChunkyBlanket-150x150.png 150w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IG_Organic_ChunkyBlanket-300x300.png 300w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IG_Organic_ChunkyBlanket-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IG_Organic_ChunkyBlanket.png 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Grab a good book, a cup of coffee and enjoy your new chunky blanket!</figcaption></figure> </div> <figure class="wp-block-video aligncenter"><video height="1080" style="aspect-ratio: 1920 / 1080;" width="1920" controls loop src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/DIY_BLANKET_10_11_GM-1.mp4"></video><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The full process of making the Chunky Blanket!</figcaption></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Share Your Chunky Blanket!</h2> <p>Now, wasn’t that super easy to create? I’d love to see your finished chunky blanket. Snap a pic, share it on social, and make sure to tag me <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mybobs/?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=chunkyblanket&utm_content=bobsinstagramhyperlink" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="@mybobs (opens in a new tab)">@mybobs </a>for a chance to be featured in my feed. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/diy-chunky-blanket/">How To: Make a Chunky Blanket</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog">Bob's Blog</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/diy-chunky-blanket/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>11</slash:comments> <enclosure url="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/DIY_BLANKET_10_11_GM-1.mp4" length="62757326" type="video/mp4" /> </item> <item> <title>Behind the Design: How to Create a Cozy Dining Space</title> <link>https://www.mybobs.com/blog/scarlett-dining/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Carolina]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2019 23:31:27 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Ideas]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bob's discount furniture]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cozy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[dining room]]></category> <category><![CDATA[farmhouse style]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Interior Decorating]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://mybobs.wpengine.com/?p=584</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Decorating a room in your home is one thing, making it a feel cozy is a whole other thing. It’s not always easy, but I have some ideas that I want to share with you to hopefully inspire you to add some charm to your space! Be true to your style The best way to […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/scarlett-dining/">Behind the Design: How to Create a Cozy Dining Space</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog">Bob's Blog</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p></p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/dining-room-sets/p/20054614?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/main-2.jpg" alt="The Scarlett Dining Set features a cottage style design | Bob's Discount Furniture" class="wp-image-677" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/main-2.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/main-2-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>Decorating a room in your home is one thing, making it a feel cozy is a whole other thing. It’s not always easy, but I have some ideas that I want to share with you to hopefully inspire you to add some charm to your space!<br></p> <figure class="wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> <iframe title="Behind the Design: Scarlett Dining Room" width="1140" height="641" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FzgLk8pzOO0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div></figure> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Be true to your style</strong></h3> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/dining-room-sets/p/20054614?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/687x320.jpg" alt="Add some personality to your dining space with your favorite trinkets | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-661" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/687x320.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/687x320-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>The best way to design a room in your home is to bring in your favorite pieces and make it uniquely YOU. Your dining room is the heart of your home for gathering guests – tell your story how you want to tell it, be true to your style!</p> <p>For the dining room, I decided to go with Farmhouse style. Farmhouse decor is very inviting, relaxing and full of charm and character – it creates the perfect foundation for a cozy dining room. Follow me as I tell you my story. <br></p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Define your color palette</h3> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/dining-room-sets/p/20054614?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/colors.jpg" alt="Define your color palette before you design your dining room | Bob's Discount Furniture" class="wp-image-666" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/colors.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/colors-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>An important step in designing any room is to decide on a color palette. A neutral palette is the perfect foundation to create any cozy space. I chose a light, neutral color palette – pale shades of gray, beige, and white, muted sage, and lavender for a touch of color. These soft colors create a bright, welcoming space!</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Statement pieces</strong></h3> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/dining-room-sets/p/20054614?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/table-and-hutch.jpg" alt="My Scarlett Dining Collection features a charming rustic style | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-662" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/table-and-hutch.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/table-and-hutch-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>If you feel that your main pieces are a drab, it may be time to buy some new furniture or perhaps refinish some of the pieces that you already have. I fell in love with this large <a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/dining-room-sets/p/20063128" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Farmhouse Scarlett dining table</a> and <a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/buffets-and-sideboards-and-servers/p/20063151" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">china hutch</a> because of their comforting, charming, and distressed features giving the space a cozy feel.<br></p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Love me some candles</strong></h3> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/home-decor?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/candles.jpg" alt="Candles bring life to any space | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-663" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/candles.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/candles-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>Candles bring life to any space. They fill your room with a refreshing fragrance of your choice and a pure relaxing ambiance. Light them up at least 10 minutes before your guests arrive so that the beautiful aroma fills the room!</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Bring life into your space</strong></h3> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/home-decor?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo6" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/plants.jpg" alt="Indoor plants make your dining room feel welcoming | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-664" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/plants.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/plants-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>The key to a fresh and welcoming dining room is to use indoor plants. They instantly lift the atmosphere and add a boost of liveliness. Fake or real, there are a variety of plants to choose from that will best compliment your style. Add new dimension to your space by using unique vases, recycled containers, or hanging planters! </p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Entertain your guests</h3> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/wine.jpg" alt="Have drinking glasses available when your guests arrive to your dinner party | Bob's Discount Furniture" class="wp-image-665" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/wine.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/wine-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div> <p>Does your dining room feel welcoming and dinner party-ready? A beautifully set table will create an inviting atmosphere for your family and friends. Making sure that there are drinking glasses and refreshments on hand will allow your guests to make themselves feel at home. <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Bar carts (opens in a new tab)" href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/bar-furniture/c/bar-carts?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=barcarthyperlink" target="_blank">Bar carts</a> are a fun way to display a variety of cocktail options for everyone. They’re also portable, stylish accent pieces with another surface space to add decor! </p> <p>I’d love to see your cozy dining space! Share your photos on social, tags us and use #mybobs for a chance to be featured on our page!</p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://blog.mybobs.com/furniture/dining-room/dining-room-sets/p/20054614?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=cozydiningspace&utm_content=photo8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="759" height="416" src="https://mybobs.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/final.jpg" alt="Share a picture of your cozy dining room. Tag me @mybobs | Bob's Discount Furniture " class="wp-image-668" srcset="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/final.jpg 759w, https://www.mybobs.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/final-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></a></figure> </div><p>The post <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog/scarlett-dining/">Behind the Design: How to Create a Cozy Dining Space</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybobs.com/blog">Bob's Blog</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>