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10 Things to Do on a Cozy Winter Weekend

by Kathy Joe June 19, 2019
written by Kathy Joe June 19, 2019
10 Things to Do on a Cozy Winter Weekend

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Creating a cozy home this winter gets you through the cold weather outside. But what can you do, here we have compiled some ideas of things to do in winter.  There are indoor activities like DIY blanket ideas to spruce up your interior or have fun with family activities.

You can spend your time swapping out your living room decorations like choosing a blanket for winter to make the atmosphere more seasonal. You can also stock up on books, board games and craft materials to keep yourself busy.

Table of Contents

  • 10 Fun Things to Do on a Cozy Winter Weekend
    • 1. Swap Out Your Linen for Winter Colors and Patterns
    • 2. Declutter and Donate
    • 3. Meal Prep with Seasonal Vegetables
    • 4. Make Your Own Scented Candle
    • 5. Thematic Movie Nights with All the Works
    • 6. Find Your New Reading Nook
    • 7. Have a Fun Game Night
    • 8. Sit By an Outdoor Fireplace
    • 9. Make Chocolate Truffles
    • 10. DIY Christmas Ornaments

10 Fun Things to Do on a Cozy Winter Weekend

How do you like to spend your days when it is freezing or snowing outside?  People sometimes get stuck on what to do in the winter if the weather is a little too cold to head out for the weekend but don’t worry, there’s plenty of fun things to do in the winter and enjoy right in the heart of your home.

Get comfortable spending relaxing and fun days at home this winter with these things to do during winter ideas we have come up with. Carve out some time for yourself or take the weekend as a fun family pastime. So here are the 10 fun ideas for wintertime that you can do at home and with your family.

1. Swap Out Your Linen for Winter Colors and Patterns

Swap Out Your Linen for Winter Colors

Whether you love this cold season or not, enjoy it or take your mind away from it by pulling out your second set of throw pillowcases, throw blankets, bedsheets, towels, and floor mats. Better yet, go shopping for new house linen that better suits the season. Not only will you have the fun of changing over to a new look you will have a wonderful cozy home for you and your family.

Think of warm rich colors and materials like green velvet, red silk or faux fur. You can also go for thematic patterns like snowflakes and twigs or something more abstract like flannel.

2. Declutter and Donate

Declutter and Donate Weekend Winter Ideas

When the temperatures drop, you are probably spending more time at home. Do you notice having things you never use or are creating unnecessary clutter? Stuff to do in winter when you are stuck indoors is all the stuff you probably meant to do in the summer but went out to the beach and had fun instead.

Go through your closet, kids room, pantry and bookshelf and put together a pile of items that you can donate to charity. Nothing feels as good as helping out those that need it the most.

Check with your local charities what they have on their donation lists. For health and safety reasons these can be quite specific so don’t show up with any junk but rather carefully select what you are willing to donate.

3. Meal Prep with Seasonal Vegetables

Christmas Meal Vegetables

Many of these vegetables like sweet potato, kale and squash are great for cooking up hearty meals to warm you up should you have to venture out in the cold and they also store well in the freezer or fridge.

Why not get the most out of these winter things while also saving yourself time and grocery costs with balanced and healthy meal prep.

4. Make Your Own Scented Candle

Make Your Own Scented Candle

When thinking about activities to do in winter how about this idea. Nothing feels as comforting as walking into a room with a nostalgic scent. Create your own happy place by making your own scented candle that helps you feel relaxed whenever you light it.

The best-scented candles are a mix of elements so take the time to trial different essential oils or fragrance oils, first. This helps you decide which fragrances work together before you make the actual candle.

5. Thematic Movie Nights with All the Works

Cozy Winter Movie Nights

What’s better than things to do with friends in winter then what better way to spend the weekend with them, or with loved ones by creating your own at-home luxury cinema experience with all your favorite snacks, cozy blankets and pillows, and a themed movie marathon.

To feel extra fancy, step up your game on the drinks and snacks with new popcorn seasoning recipes and hot cocoa with extra cream and a shot of sweet liquor.

6. Find Your New Reading Nook

10 Things to Do on a Winter Weekend

Another favorite of ours for what to do in winter, especially if you are sitting home on your own is this.

You don’t need to do any renovating. Build your own reading nook with a bean bag, lots of pillows or simply move a chair to a spot with a lot of natural sunlight and a nice view.

Do you have a big stack of books that you never seem to get to? It is a common trend in adult lives.

Take a few of the books and place them by your reading nook. Then, take out 10 minutes to read in the morning with your daily cup of coffee and another 20 minutes before you go to bed.

7. Have a Fun Game Night

Game Night Winter Weekend Ideas

This has definitely stood the test of time for another favorite of winter things to do. A little competition is always exciting and family games are a great way to get everyone to spend time together away from their phones and other distractions of everyday life.

Keep the games fast-moving and simple for when you have younger kids like charades or chutes and ladders. When choosing a game for older kids and adults, look for something that is more strategic like werewolves or Carcassonne.

8. Sit By an Outdoor Fireplace

Winter Weekend Fire Place Ideas

Things to do in winter don’t just have to be in the warmth and coziness of your home.

You don’t need to build a complete outdoor fireplace if you don’t have one yet- a simple fire pit is just as cozy and warm and makes a great weekend idea for anyone who doesn’t want to stay indoors.

Grab a few comfortable chairs, thick blankets, and a hot drink to sit around the fire and share stories. To make it that little bit extra special, bring out the smores and chocolate!

9. Make Chocolate Truffles

Make Chocolate Truffles Winter Weekend Ideas

Nomnom, with this one of our fun things to do in the winter the chocoholic in your family even if that is you will be royally spoilt. Chocolate truffles are surprisingly easy to make so this can also be a fun activity for kids and adults too. The possibilities are endless so grab all your favorite chocolate pairings like coconut flakes, cherries, or coffee and experiment away.

10. DIY Christmas Ornaments

Weekend Winter Ideas DIY Christmas Ornaments

Last but by no means least this is the ideal time for crafters, or wannabe crafters, to start thinking about the winter things to make. Why not welcome in Christmas and seasonal spirit by making your own decorations. This can be one of the activities to do in winter for the whole family that you can make an annual tradition.

Decorations that you could make are a mistletoe, stockings, Christmas baubles or a DIY alternative advent calendar.

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Houseproud wife and mum of two, I'm always keeping myself busy. Whether it's trying out the latest gadgets, fixing up new recipes or even coming up with ideas to keep the kids entertained! Now I'm here to share my how to's, product reviews, recipes and more, all to help you bring your home to life. After all, home is where your story begins.

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