There’s nothing better than curling up with a good book! To make it even more perfect, we all have found our cozy little corners in our houses or apartments. Book nooks have gathered us readers into our favorite corners for years. With the changing of the holidays coming and going and a new season quickly approaching, updating our book nooks to match our celebrations is a must.
Here are some of the best ways to decorate your book nooks to make for a perfect setup for every season and holiday.
Baskets
Shelving isn’t always the most affordable option. And let’s be real, sometimes there are simply just not enough shelves! Overflow leads to piles of books scattered on the floor, and while this brings a certain level of frazzled British woman aesthetic into the home, it can be a little impractical. Baskets are a wonderful solution to this problem, and they come in all shapes and holidays. I personally love the wicker basket look, but for those looking for a new vibe for every season, there is a collection of aesthetically pleasing holiday baskets just for you! For fall, I love black and white plaid!
Heated Blanket
I was recently introduced to the glory of heated blankets last year. As someone who frequently runs cold, heated blankets are a godsend! Most holidays catch up to us in the cooler seasons of the year when these heated blankets come back into stores. The best thing about curling up with a book is being able to find that coziness at home, and these blankets bring this comfiness to a whole new level!
Reusable Stickers
Reusable wall stickers are a great way to spruce up your area for any and every season. They are especially great for those with children who want to help decorate or have a book nook of their own. These reusable stickers can be put up at the beginning of the season and taken down to save for the following year. They can be cleaned before being stored too, which is amazing for us pet parents out there!
Holiday Plants
For those readers out there that have a green thumb, first of all: I’m jealous! Secondly, switching up your plant for your book nook is a wonderfully easy way to change to the season! This simple adaptation makes for a lovely way to ready your nook for holiday reading and bring some new life to your reading spot! You can pick up some Snake Plant or a pre rooted Prince of Orange Philodendron through amazon for fall. For winter, you might want to opt for holiday cactus or Oxalis to bring some color on gloomy days.
For all are fur-baby parents out there, ensure that the plants you bring home are plants that will not harm your pets. Despite our best efforts, dogs and cats like to chew on leaves and plants, which can occasionally make them sick.
A Cuddly Best Friend
I love to have a cuddly little friend to decorate my reading space. Luckily, stuffed animals are made for every holiday. They can stack together throughout the holiday season or simply act as decorative friends to bring more color or fun to your space. Whether it is the summer, fall, or winter, there are plenty of options for your holiday setup! I have recently been loving the collections coming from Jellycat! Their variety to their creations and their constant creativity with their designs makes their holiday releases fun and their stuffed animals even cuter!
Some Bookish Decorations
Bookish decorations can range from smaller decorations that would fit in your nook without overwhelming it to literal book-inspired decorations. I love the smaller touches to this, like bookmarks and such that adapt to every season. A simple garland here or string of decorations there can elevate your space to a new season without too much money or effort!
There are so many cute and innovative ways to include the things your book nook already has in your decorations. Like your books! Stack them! Shape them! Build them! These simple but stylish touches can completely change the vibe of your book nook for every season.
Decorative Lights
I am obsessed with decorative lights. I can’t stand having the big light in any room on, and I rely heavily on alternative light sources. String lights are made for a variety of holidays, some with the option to swap out the bulb covers with new themes. If you love the more subtle look, simple fairy lights can serve you well. If you love more holiday specific vibes, try these string lights for fall and winter holidays.
Display Books
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I saw this idea originally with albums and I think it’s a perfect idea for books as well. Adding a small display shelf into your book nook allows for the best display of your titles. Changing these out so that your book titles match the season is an aesthetically pleasing approach to new ideas for your book nook!
Book Holder
This is such an elegant and dramatic flair to your book nook that adds both a touch of flare and an excellent way to elevate your space. Shopping local and second hand can lead to many substitutes to the image above. If you’re struggling to find something second-hand, a cookbook stand can do the trick! A colorful touch for fall or a rich wooden stand for winter.
Candles
A scent for every holiday. I simply love the different smells that each season brings with them. The pumpkin spice and apple cinnamon smells of fall. The pine and cranberry scents of winter. The champagne and fresh linen of the new year. A candle to brighten up the space and add a little delicious hint to the room is a must to make the transition from season to season.
You can even opt for more bookish scented candles, with a variety of options in the physical smell of books to the smell of characters from some of our favorite reads.
For any Holiday or season, making your space a spot that you can find comfort in is essential. Try these tips and slip under a blanket with your favorite book.
For more tips on updating your book nook, read our article on sprucing up for fall!
If you and your little one are looking for some great books to read, check out our Bookshop collection of Holiday Books for Young Readers!
