Fall is a good time to spend a little more time at home. A candle burning in the evening, a warm cup of tea and a bowl of soup can turn a regular night at home into something you actually look forward to.
There is a Danish word for this feeling: hygge (pronounced hoo-gah). Hygge is a Danish concept centered around comfort, coziness and enjoying simple things that make you feel at home. It can be as simple as sitting by a warm fire, sharing a meal with friends or settling in with a good book. You don’t need to completely redecorate your home to bring a little hygge into your fall. Below are some of our favorite products from SweetGrass Trading Company that can help create a warm and comfortable space.
Light a candle
Few things make a room feel cozier than candlelight. SweetGrass Trading Company’s artisan candles are made with 100% natural soy wax, premium ingredients, essential oils and botanical accents.
There are several fragrances to choose from, including Sweetgrass, Sage, Cedarwood Juniper Berry, Lavender Lemongrass and Sweet Tobacco. Sweetgrass, Cedarwood Juniper Berry and Sweet Tobacco are especially nice choices for creating a warm, inviting atmosphere in the fall.
Fill the room with maple
If you like seasonal scents, Sugar Island Maple wax cubes are a great choice for fall. The fragrance was inspired by the sugar bush on Sugar Island, where White Feather Gifts owner Tara Hetrick’s family makes maple syrup. The scent combines the aroma of boiling sap with the rich sweetness of buttery maple syrup. Add a few cubes to a wax melter and let the fragrance fill the room.
Our wax melter can also be used with a candle placed on top, giving you another way to enjoy your favorite fragrance without an open flame.
Make a pot of soup
Hygge isn’t just about how your home looks. Food is an important part of a comfortable fall evening, too.
SeaBear Smokehouse Smoked Salmon Spicy White Bean Soup makes a hearty meal without requiring a lot of work. The mix combines chunks of wild salmon, white beans, vegetables, garlic and Smokehouse spices for a warm and satisfying soup. Serve it with some crusty bread and settle in for a simple fall dinner.
Make a cup of tea
A warm drink is another simple way to make a fall evening feel a little cozier. Tribal Tea Company, SweetGrass Trading’s sister company, offers loose-leaf teas made with natural ingredients and packed in Winnebago, Nebraska. Choose from Cinnamon Apricot, Juniper Berry, Peppermint Chamomile, Cinnamon Cardamom and Hibiscus Peppermint. Brew a cup, grab your favorite mug and take a few minutes to slow down.
Tribal Tea Company also gives 10 percent of proceeds to mental health-focused nonprofits serving Native American communities.
Create a peaceful space
Haini Wiragusge Wiga Sweetgrass Smudge Spray offers a smokeless alternative to traditional smudging. The spray is infused with the calming scent of sweetgrass and can be used in a room or on yourself to refresh your space. It’s an easy way to add a peaceful scent to your home without burning anything.