Hibernate

Nothing signals that it’s time to hibernate for winter quite like a wood burning stove or a lit open fire under the mantel. It’s not only the physical sensation of the heat produced that makes fire so enchanting but the sound of the crackles and pops, the aroma and the visual delight of the oranges and yellows of the flickering flames. It’s an all round sensory experience. While igniting timber might not be the most energy efficient or environmentallyfriendly way to keep warm these days, it is undoubtedly one of the most pleasurable. We can tap in to the power of the senses to enhance feelings of warmth with our interior decor choices too.

Candles

Firstly, for homes without a working fireplace (or even those with one), candles are a fantastic second-best option. Candles will, albeit silently, provide that mesmerising, flickering light that is a joy to gaze at during quiet moments in the slow winter months, and is truly surprising just how much actual heat a group of lit candles can emit. More is definitely more when it comes to candles,