Warm Up Winter with These Cozy Items

We can all agree that winter is a tough season. The shorter, colder days can leave us feeling stressed (and bummed) out, which is why it’s more important than ever to come home and warm up in a space that leaves you feeling cozy and refreshed. From creating your own signature scent, to cuddling up in the warmest blanket we could find, here are some cozy products that can help you transform your hibernation station.
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River and Stone Candles

River & Stone Candle Co., Gorham   

With clean, herbal scents, these hand-poured soy candles from River & Stone Candle Co. bring a breath of fresh air into your space. There’s nothing that says “cozy winter” than scents that bring the serenity of the outdoors into the comfort of your home. Snuggle up under a warm blanket while enjoying a candle that captures the crisp scent of the White Mountains, or one that will leave your home smelling like a fresh baked wild blueberry pie. riverandstonecandle.com 


Buddie Sweaters PeterboroughBuddie Sweaters, Peterborough  

Are you in the market for a new sweater that will stand the test of time? The owner of Buddie Sweaters, Christine Fennell, has been knitting for over 30 years, and uses high-quality Icelandic wool to create beautifully designed sweaters that will keep you warm (and in style) all winter long. With fun designs and options for men, women and children, the whole family can be bundled up in styles handmade in New Hampshire. Have a particular style that you’ve been looking for but can’t find? Buddie Sweaters has a custom order option, where you can create your dream sweater that will fit you like a glove. buddiesweaters.com 


Bittersweet Blessings, Chester   

Vintage lights and candle holders are a perfect way to incorporate a classic New England look and feel into any space, and what’s cozier than a New Hampshire winter? Using authentic 19th-century New England tin-smithing techniques and tools, Bittersweet Blessings’ handmade tin lights bring an irresistibly classic look to your home and provide a warm glow that will keep you feeling cozy all winter long.
bittersweetblessings.com 


The Voice of Clay, Brookline     

There’s nothing better than having a hot drink to warm up after a cold day. The Voice of Clay lovingly handcrafts beautiful pieces of pottery that will brighten even the shortest (and darkest) days. With bright colors and unique patterns, their made-to-order mugs are perfect for a cup of hot cocoa on a snowy day. They even make mugs for kids that are the perfect size for their little hands to enjoy. Besides pottery items, they also offer massages, clay foot baths, reflexology and cowrie shell divination, along with clay wheel-throwing and hand-building classes. voiceofclay.com 


Wellscroft Farm, Harrisville     

If you’ve been on the lookout for a warm blanket made right here in New Hampshire, then look no further than Wellscroft Farm. Their famed Monadnock Blanket is made from 100% wool that comes from their farm. Soft, sturdy and warm, the Monadnock Blanket will keep you cozy through even the coldest of days. If you fall in love with it (and we’re sure you will), make sure you act fast and reserve one, because it frequently flies off their shelves. wellscroftfarm.com 


Portsmouth Soap Company, Portsmouth 

If you like to unwind in the warm waters of a bath rather than under a blanket, Portsmouth Soap Company is your one-stop shop for all your winter bath needs. Their high-quality, natural soaps are handmade, and feature a wide variety of scents that you can enjoy all winter long. They even have bath bombs and foaming bath soaks that will make your bath a little extra whimsical. portsmouthsoaps.com 

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