It’s time to get cozy and to take advantage of the wintry weather. Grab a book, get caught up in a marathon of your favorite TV show, and keep a mug of your favorite hot beverage close at hand. Snuggle up and get comfortable with these five essentials.
1. Slip into Comfort.
Play board games, build a puzzle, and keep your feet toasty warm. Handmade by Sickafus Sheepskins for 50 years, these genuine sheepskin Snuggie slippers are sized to fit the whole family. The adult sizes feature a thin leather sole for long-lasting wear. Cradle your feet in fluffy, fuzzy bliss. Sheepskin Snuggie Slippers, $19.99-59.99, Pat Garrett’s Sheepskin Outlet, Routes 183 & 78, Strausstown, 610.488.1782. sheepcoat.com
2. Touch of Elegance.
Go outside and delight in the beauty of the winter landscape. Slide your hands into some chic gloves and revel in the softness. These fingerless gloves protect your hands and leave your fingers free to use your phone. Rabbit trim enhances the look, providing silky texture and additional warmth. Fingerless Shearling Lamb Gloves, $35, Bruno Furs, 132 N. Fifth St., Reading, 610.373.0757. brunofurs.com
3. Flame On.
Put your feet up and bask in the warm luxury of a fire. Transform your fireplace with a gas insert. Enjoy fast, easy heat without the work of hauling wood. Make your hearth the heart of your home. Spend time with friends and family by the light of dancing flames. Heat & Glo Gas Fireplace Insert, starting at $4,300, Kring’s Hearth and Home, 834 Rt. 100 North, Bechtelsville, 610.367.4488. kringsonline.com
4. Lounge in Leisure.
Put the “to-do” list away and take a restful day off. Hang out in style with these fleecy one-piece pajamas. Choose from a green camo or black star print. An attached hood and two front pockets are perfect for relaxing. Stretch out on the couch and do what makes you happy. Women's Simply Vera Vera Wang Printed Plush One-Piece Pajamas, $60, Kohl’s, 2700 Papermill Rd., Wyomissing, 610.371.0237. kohls.com
5. Pattern of Love.
Wrap up your littlest family members in a beautiful keepsake that will be treasured for years to come.
Crafted by Mary Morton, these artisan-made quilts feature lively colors and cheerful designs to brighten your day. Each pattern is as unique as your precious child. Cuddle and read your favorite stories together. Artisan Quilts by Mary Morton, $85-145, It’s a Gift!, 720 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.373.0960. itsagift.org
