How to Add Whimsy to Each Season: Holiday Edition
If you know me, you know I believe in celebrating the little things, especially when the air turns colder and the lights go up.
There’s something magical about the holidays that makes it the perfect time to lean into whimsy just for the sake of joy.
Whether you go full festive or just want to feel a little more enchanted this year, these are some of my favorite ways to sprinkle in cozy seasonal magic 🎄
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Host a cozy themed dinner 🕯️
Invite your friends over and make it feel like a scene out of a holiday novel. Ask everyone to bring a dish based on their favorite tradition or wear something inspired by a holiday movie.
Set the table with candles, greenery, and mismatched dishes. It doesn’t have to be fancy to feel magical. The goal is warmth, laughter, and that full-heart feeling.
Plan out your holiday media marathons 📚
Build yourself the ultimate cozy watchlist. Think holiday rom-coms like The Holiday, old favorites, and a few new cheesy finds.
Find some winter setting romance books and you’ve got a whole season of hibernation sorted.
I like to sort of plan when I'm going to watch stuff so it feels like a little ritual each time I dig in.
Visit a holiday market 🎄
You don’t even have to buy anything. Just wrap up in a cute scarf, grab a hot drink, and wander through the stalls.
There’s something about the twinkly lights, cinnamon smells, and handmade trinkets that feels like stepping into another world.
Plus you might find the perfect last-minute gift 😉
Tap into seasonal hobbies ❄️
The holidays are the best time to try a hobby you’ve always wanted to explore. Or you can return to an old favorite.
Cozy gaming, knitting, holiday coloring books… these are perfect low-pressure ways to stay creative while staying warm.
check out my cozy hobby item recommendations here
Go on a “twinkle tour” ✨
This one is so simple but makes me feel like a little kid every time.
Put on your mittens, queue up your favorite holiday playlist, and drive around your neighborhood looking for lights.
It turns a regular night into something special and helps give your brain a sprinkle of nostalgia.
Craft homemade decorations 🧶
If you’re feeling crafty, gather some supplies and spend the evening making decorations.
You can dry orange slices, paint ornaments, or string together paper chains like you’re in third grade again. There’s also a lot of cool DIY ornament ideas on Pinterest to try out.
Put on a movie in the background and make a whole night of it.
Final whimsical thoughts 🎁
Adding whimsy doesn’t have to mean doing more, it can be just choosing little things that spark joy and make the season feel more yours.
Whether you go all out or just light a festive candle, you deserve moments of delight. Let this season be full of coziness, laughter, and your own kind of magic.
Kennedy 🎄🕯️
