Creating a cosy sanctuary: 12 unique must-have winter homeware bits for decorating AFTER Christmas
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Creating a cosy sanctuary: 12 unique must-have winter homeware bits for decorating AFTER Christmas

Decorate your house in January 2025 without a Chrismassy décor piece in sight.

Emma Bridgewater, Robert Dyas, Amazon, The Range, Etsy, Oliver Bonas

Published: January 15, 2025 at 4:30 pm

A New Year ushers in a new opportunity to redecorate your home with some top-notch winter homeware pieces. The only problem is, searching for winter-themed décor becomes difficult when most things that pop up are Christmas-themed. Old news!

If you're locked in a perpetual battle of trying to spice up your home this month without a hint of Christmas-cheer, we're here to help. The wintery weather of 2025 is the perfect time to create-your-own sanctuary to make your space feel comfy, cosy and warm. Because, who wants to go outside when it's -8°C?

Shop stylish yet cheap décor items like William Morris-inspired blankets, and non-cinnamon candles galore, with our extensive guide below. Prepare to never want to leave your house again.


The best winter homeware pieces to browse for 2025

1. Rabbit Faux Fur Throw - Champagne / Extra Large

Shop for: £44.99 from The Range

Divante/The Range

Start off the New Year with the fluffiest blanket imaginable. Made with faux fur, this blanket measures a whopping 200 cm, so you can turn off that heating and jump under this instead.

Shop for: £44.99 from The Range


2. Seconds Snowdrop 1/2 Pint Mug

Shop for: £20 from Emma Bridgewater

Emma Bridgewater

Everyone must own an Emma Bridgewater mug at one point in their lives, and this Snowdrop one is beautiful. Cosy, wintery vibes - with no pine trees in sight.

Shop for: £20 from Emma Bridgewater


3. Winter Igloo Incense Burner

Shop for: £10 from Etsy

ThemoonsEssentials/Etsy

A wintery symbol that works during Christmas, and after the festivities are over, this incense holder is a delight to behold. When a lit cone is placed inside, the igloo comes to life as smoke rises from the top.

Shop for: £10 from Etsy


4. Origins Shensi Rug Green

Shop for: £243.99 £182.99 from Robert Dyas

Origins Shensi/Robert Dyas

Now with over £60 off in the sale, this Robert Dyas living-room rug is a budget-friendly alternative to more expensive brands like Ruggable or John Lewis. Very Bridgerton.

Shop for: £243.99 £182.99 from Robert Dyas


5. Catherine Lansfield Cosy Diamond High Back Cuddle Cushion

Shop for: £30 from Dunelm

Catherine Lansfield/Dunelm

With it being absolutely freezing, we don't fancy working at our desks and would prefer somewhere softer and blanket-adjacent. Use this high-back cushion to work against whilst snuggled up.

Shop for: £30 from Dunelm


6. Nordic Lights Fairy Porcelain Tealight Holder Dome

Shop for: £9.99 from Amazon

Nordic Lights Store/Amazon

Make your space magical with this snow fairy tealight holder. Putting a standard or an LED tealight inside, the glow shines through this beautiful design.

Shop for: £9.99 from Amazon


7. Morris Monkey Blue Hand Painted Tray

Shop for: £35 from Oliver Bonas

Oliver Bonas

Whether you use it in your kitchen, or in your dressing room, this Morris Monkey tray is a winner. One review notes that they "hoped that the quality and craftsmanship would be as pictured and I was not disappointed. The tray is beautifully hand painted and a real striking design."

Shop for: £35 from Oliver Bonas


8. William Morris Jacquard Blanket - Grey

Shop for: £49.99 from Amazon

Half Moon Bay Store/Amazon

William Morris' iconic Strawberry Thief pattern is impressive, so this blanket will make its mark in your living room as a piece of winter homeware. Reviews note it is warm whilst not being too thick that you can't fold it neatly.

Shop for: £49.99 from Amazon


9. Dreamland Herringbone Throw – Emerald Green

Shop for: £94.99 £74.99 from Boots

Dreamland/Boots

However if you want a blanket that really packs a punch, this heated throw will have you warm in minutes (and costs as little as 1p per night* to run). Its fast heat Intelliheat technology responds to temperature changes while you sleep and relax.

Shop for: £94.99 £74.99 from Boots


10. Marco Paul 5 Tealight Candle Holder

Shop for: £13.19 £7.99 from Amazon

Marco Paul Interiors Store/Amazon

An ideal centrepiece for your table, this holder comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, but we like this five-tealight block the best. It really makes a statement, don't you think?

Shop for: £13.19 £7.99 from Amazon


11. Winter Sage Ceramic Candle

Shop for: £35 £14 from Cox & Cox

Cox and Cox

Winter candles does not equal Christmas candles. Throw away those cinnamon and orange scents, and go for this Cox & Cox vegan warming white sage and deep cypress candle.

Shop for: £35 £14 from Cox & Cox


12. Jones Clocks® 'Saloon' Mantel Clock

Shop for: £24.99 from Amazon

Jones Clocks/Amazon

Perfect for a desk or mantlepiece, this saloon mantel clock is striking (gettit?) yet subtle, and comes in a wide variety of soft muted colours.

Shop for: £24.99 from Amazon


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