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How to Create a Cozy Entryway

cozy living, home decor February 6, 2021

Welcome to the first Saturday in February! I’m making a few small changes in my house this year. The first change was painting the sitting room a warmer color. The second thing is creating a cozy entryway that’s also welcoming.

Cozy Entryway with Wooden Bench and Glass Door Cabinet

 

Today is “Cozy Living Saturday” with my blogging friends. We’re each sharing what we’re doing this month to create coziness in our lives. For me, it’s the addition of a new wooden bench and glass-door cabinet for the entry.

Wooden Bench with Textured Gray Pillows

 

The new bench is from Birch Lane and was my Christmas gift from my hubby. We moved the upholstered chair that used to be in the entryway to one of the bedrooms. That left a blank spot that needed to be filled in order to create a cozy entryway.

Wooden Entryway Bench with Textured Gray Pillows

 

The textured gray pillows are from my favorite local shop, Cocoon in Geneva, Illinois. The little shelf underneath gives me a new place to stack some of my favorite books. I really have too many books but hate to give any of them up.

Textured Gray Pillows on Wood Bench

 

It took me a while to find the right cabinet to go on the wall next to the bench. I found an Amish style cabinet for $700 but didn’t want to spend that much money, so I opted for the glass-doored cabinet in drift gray from Wayfair.

Glass Doored Cabinet for Cozy Entryway

 

I’m still working on what to put inside the cabinet. I need to do some rearranging in a few other cabinets first.

Glass Doored Cabinet for Cozy Entryway

 

I’m sure I’ll change things around on the top of the cabinet too, but for now, I like the little landscape painting on its petite easel.

Small Landscape Painting on Tabletop Easel

 

My houseplants are still doing great. The sansaveria on the cabinet is really easy to grown, and my philodendron on the floor is still doing great after moving it back indoors after the summer. I might put a different plant in the bird cage.

Cozy Entryway with Wooden Bench and Glass Door Cabinet

 

So that’s my little update to the entryway. Now be sure to see what my friends have going on this month at the links below!

 

Cozy Living Series February 2021

Finding Silver Pennies / Creative Cain Cabin / Duke Manor Farm / Town and Country Living

 

Cozy Living Series February 2021

Making It in the Mountains / Hymns and Verses / Vinyet Etc. / A Stroll Thru Life

 

 

Filed Under: cozy living, home decor22 Comments

Comments

  1. Pat says

    February 6, 2021 at 8:26 am

    Love the pieces you chose for you entryway..looks great!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 9:09 am

      Thank you, Pat! Enjoy your weekend!

      Reply
    • Karen says

      February 6, 2021 at 9:57 am

      Beautiful entryway. I live in NJ and want t o drive to Geneva to go to Cocoon for those pillows!
      Entry so warm and welcoming.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        February 6, 2021 at 10:01 am

        Hi Karen!

        Thank you! I was hoping Cocoon had the pillows available in their online store but unfortunately, they didn’t. They might have sold out of them. If you ever do get to Geneva, it’s a charming town with plenty of shopping and dining. You’d love Cocoon!

        Reply
    • Karen says

      February 6, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      Hi Jennifer, Your entry looks great. I just love the pillows from Cocoon. I am so surprised that you got them there. I didn’t know we are practically neighbors! I live in Crystal Lake and an old school chum is in Gilberts, so pre Covid (and in better weather) we pop over to Geneva and browse the shops and always stop at The Little Traveler for lunch. Who knows, maybe in the Spring we’ll run into you!? Stay warm! Karen

      Reply
  2. Kristi Mercer says

    February 6, 2021 at 9:02 am

    Such pretty pieces to work into your entryway! I really like the idea of a little glass cabinet to display some special treasures and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that new bench, especially all cozied up with cushions! Everything looks beautiful Jennifer!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 9:10 am

      Thanks Kristi! I love that little bench too. Enjoy your weekend – and stay warm!

      Reply
  3. Angie Brown says

    February 6, 2021 at 9:31 am

    Hello
    I really like how the glass cabinet has glass on the sides as well. Very different! I enjoy what you share with us.
    Thank you
    Angie

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 9:48 am

      Thanks Angie! I’m glad you enjoy the blog!!

      Reply
    • Kathy Menold says

      February 6, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      Your entry is just perfect. I love the little grey cabinet . Anything which is cute plus has storage is my kind of furniture. Your bench and pillow choices are so pretty as well as practical. I dont have the space for a bench in my entry but do have a pretty cabinet with antique shelves above it to display my blue pottery and at times switched out for seasonal decor. I also have a large dracaena next to it which is very happy.

      Reply
  4. Danielle says

    February 6, 2021 at 10:17 am

    Oooh, I love the new wall color. So pretty. The bench is perfect and love how that glass cabinet gives you storage but it doesn’t feel to bulky. xx

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 12:38 pm

      Thanks Danielle. I wanted something a little different for the cabinet area. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Marty says

    February 6, 2021 at 10:31 am

    Love the bench and the cabinet. Both look beautiful in your entry. Nice to have a shelf under the bench and I am always in favor of some place to show some pretty decor in glass front cabinets. Great job on creating a pretty and inviting entry.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks, Marty! One of my kitties likes that shelf under the bench, too. I think he feels safe and cozy there

      Reply
  6. Miche Ortega says

    February 6, 2021 at 11:47 am

    Stellar job, as always, Jennifer! I love both of your new pieces. You always have such a warm and inviting home. Just beautiful. Have a great and warm weekend.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 12:35 pm

      Thanks Miche! I always appreciate your kind comments. Hope your weekend is enjoyable!

      Reply
  7. Marlene Stephenson says

    February 6, 2021 at 12:19 pm

    Your bench is lovely and so is your new cabinet. It’s a different pretty setting and just amazing as you are a great decorator, I love all you do. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      February 6, 2021 at 12:34 pm

      Thanks Marlene! I’m glad you enjoy the blog. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Kim Anne Lennie says

    February 7, 2021 at 12:08 pm

    I love your bench and cabinet. It is something I would definitely have if I had the room. Those pillows are divine, when we can travel again I need to come and visit your shops. I always love what you do and you make everything so warm and inviting.

    Reply
  9. Dawn says

    February 8, 2021 at 2:05 pm

    Love the paint color change and that space feels lighter with the bench instead of the chair, must be it lets more natural light in from the window now. I love Amish made furniture but you’re right its expensive. Beautiful changes that feel so cozy!

    Reply
  10. Laurie @ Vinyet Etc says

    February 9, 2021 at 10:38 am

    Your entryway is so inviting and cozy! I love that bench, it’s just perfect, I especially love that shelf for extra storage!

    Reply
  11. Doreen @ Hymns and Verses says

    February 12, 2021 at 3:41 pm

    What a cozy spot! I love your new bench and especially those new textured pillows!!! Just gorgeous!!!

    Reply

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