Infusing Your Home with Cozy Comfort through Flowers

Denmark ranks among the happiest countries in the world. The Danish concept of hygge (pronounced: “hooga”) may offer a clue to part of their happiness. The word translates to “protected from the outside world” but has taken on a broader meaning when describing the concept of taking time away from the daily rush of life to be together with the people you care about or the pleasures that matter to you.

You can create a hygge-inspired home that brings warmth, joy, and a sense of comfort into your space. One way to cozy up your home into a hygge haven this winter is by incorporating flowers. The Danish concept of hygge centers around the simple pleasures that flowers can deliver.

Adding flowers to your home can shift the entire atmosphere, filling spaces with color, texture, and life. During the winter months, flowers remind us of brighter days and bring a hint of the outdoors inside, making each room feel more open and refreshing.

Flowers have a magical way of brightening up a room, enhancing warmth, and making any space feel more inviting. In winter, when outdoor colors fade, indoor blooms provide a refreshing touch of nature. Start by choosing soft, soothing flowers that add color and bring calming scents into the room.

Did you know that flowers are known to increase happiness and reduce anxiety? Consider roses or amaryllis to add a wintery yet elegant feel that’s aligned with hygge’s minimal, calming aesthetic. Our Hugs&Smiles Bouquet may be just what you need.

How to Create Hygge with Flowers

Where you set your flowers matters. Create a welcoming entryway with seasonal greenery and blossoms that greet visitors with warmth as they come in from the cold. In your living room, cluster small vases of flowers and Devil’s Ivy on coffee tables, shelves, or near your favorite reading nook to give your space a lived-in, layered look.

Try a beautiful centerpiece on your dining table using fresh blooms and a few candles for a simple but powerful combination that becomes the center of shared meals and gatherings.

For an easy DIY project, consider making a dried flower garland to drape along a mantel or staircase. Select hardy blooms like dried lavender or baby’s breath and intertwine them with twine or wire for a rustic, hygge-inspired decoration. You could also press flowers to create framed art pieces, bringing a touch of floral beauty to your walls.

Ready to embrace a hygge-filled winter? Share your floral arrangements and cozy corners on social media, tagging Flower Works (@flowerworksmqt) to connect with others who love hygge-inspired decor. Discover the season’s best blooms and start filling your home with the colors, scents, and textures that make winter in the UP a season of comfort and joy.

Flower Works offers high-quality flowers at fair prices for customers in and near our Marquette, Michigan, community. Whether you're looking for a special surprise for someone you value or a new plant to add to your home collection, we’re here to help. Questions or comments? We love hearing from our customers.