Candle and Blanket Must-Haves

Few things make a house feel more like home than curling up under a cozy throw with a lovely scented candle burning nearby. Here are the blankets and candles I keep coming back to — the ones I truly wouldn't want to live without.

Barefoot Dreams Cozychic Throw Blanket

My top choice is the Barefoot Dreams Cozychic throw. Snuggling into it feels like a hug from a cloud — it's that soft and plush. It makes a fantastic gift for Christmas, a wedding, or a birthday. Since it's on the pricier side, I'd recommend watching for a sale at Nordstrom or QVC. It's currently discounted on the Nordstrom site, and these tend to sell out fast, so don't wait too long.

Shop the Cozychic Throw at Nordstrom

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Striped Blanket

As you can probably tell, Barefoot Dreams is my favorite brand for blankets. This striped throw is slightly smaller and comes at a more budget-friendly price when you buy it from Nordstrom Rack. On sale it's around $50.00, which makes it a lovely gift option. I'd happily recommend it for anyone from babies to adults.

Find the Striped Throw at Nordstrom Rack

Capri Blue Volcano Candle

This candle gives off an incredible scent. Once it's lit, the whole room feels like a tropical escape. Given its size and the strength of the fragrance, the price is very reasonable. It comes in a range of sizes and seasonal jar colors, with the blue jar being the signature look. I'll keep repurchasing this scent again and again — it's hands down my favorite candle.

Browse the Volcano Signature Jar

Kendra Scott Amethyst Candle

If you're in the mood to treat yourself to a splurge candle, this Kendra Scott option is one I highly recommend. It costs more than the average candle, but the fragrance makes it worth every penny. It blends floral notes with a hint of blackberry. I've given it as a gift before and everyone loved it. The container is simple and pretty, and the whole thing is simply perfect.

See the Kendra Scott Amethyst Candle

Himalayan Candle in Driftwood Tray

The Himalayan Candle in the Orange Grove scent is a beautiful citrus fragrance. These candles are poured into decorative tobacco trays, wooden trays, and wooden hinged-lid boxes. They're generously sized, burn evenly, and last a long time. They can be tricky to track down, but various boutique shops carry them. I found mine at Puppy Dogs and Cattails, a boutique in Brenham, Texas, and they also turn up at Anthropologie. They're an investment, yet they double as decor while burning and long after the candle is gone.

Shop the Driftwood Tray Candle at Anthropologie

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Barefoot Dreams Cozychic Throw Blanket stand out?

It is described here as an all-time favorite blanket that feels like being wrapped in clouds because it is so soft, and it is recommended as a Christmas, wedding, or birthday gift.

Where can you buy the Barefoot Dreams blankets mentioned?

The Cozychic Throw is linked to Nordstrom, and the smaller CozyChic Striped Blanket is linked to Nordstrom Rack.

What does the Capri Blue Volcano Candle smell like?

According to this post, it fills the room with a tropical paradise aroma and comes in multiple sizes with season-themed jar colors, with blue as the signature jar.

What does the Kendra Scott Amethyst Candle smell like?

It is described as smelling like flowers balanced with blackberries, and it is recommended as a splurge or a gift.

Where can you find the Himalayan Candle in a Driftwood Tray?

The post notes it can be hard to find and mentions boutique stores, including Puppy Dogs and Cattails in Brenham, Texas, as well as Anthropologie.

Are these blankets and candles good gift ideas?

Yes — the post recommends the blankets as Christmas, wedding, and birthday presents, and notes that the Kendra Scott candle has been given as a gift that everyone loved.

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Whether you are shopping for yourself or hunting for a gift, a soft throw and a great-smelling candle are two of the easiest ways to make any space feel warmer. The picks above are the ones I keep coming back to, and each one works beautifully on its own or paired together.