“My father owned these deeply colored glass candleholders in the winter from the Finnish company Iittala. The Finns and Swedes placed real candles in bright glass votives in every window, lighting the night. My favorite: a deep-red holder with a simple design.” —Steph Zimmerman, Digital Media Manager
Kevin A. Roberts
With its high arms and sturdy cushions, the Chester chair from Intaglio Home & Garden in Maplewood is great for coffee-sipping on a winter’s morning. Add a pillow and a blanket, and I’m sure I’ll find my wife sneaking naps, curled up in a ball in this chair.” —Kevin A. Roberts, Staff Photographer
“When I learned the microfibers from laundering fleece blankets are polluting our waterways and lodging in the intestines of fish, I decided to go with natural fibers for my house. I’m switching to natural linen sheets and pillowcases, like those from Coyuchi. Linen holds warmth in winter and feels cool to the touch in summer. We’re sleeping under old-fashioned wool blankets, too.” —Stefene Russell, Executive Editor
“A long walk in the frozen woods, sunset through bare branches...and then a muddy mess? No! I can’t enjoy winter unless my boots are ready and waiting, along with mittens and a parka. I want this Arhaus cabinet!” —Jeannette Cooperman, Staff Writer
“I’d love a vintage runner for my kitchen. There’s a softness and a rich color to them that you just can’t buy new. I haven’t yet found the right one, but this rug from Link Auction Galleries would be perfect if only a tad narrower and longer. The search continues…” —Kim Gamel, Contributing Writer
“I found a new quilt at World Market that’s perfect for the house I just bought. These quilts aren’t in the bedding section; they’re displayed as home décor. Some brightly colored, others pastel, the floral patterns—mine in pale gray, pink, and lavender—remind me of vintage Indian block prints, more loosely interpreted.” —Katelyn Mae Petrin, Editorial Assistant
“Homeowners rave about heated floors in the winter months, and I’m no exception. The bathroom is a clear choice, but I fancy warmth rising from the floors in the breakfast room. Add a cup of coffee and the day’s headlines—what could be better?” —Veronica Theodoro, Editor in Chief
I like kindling bags and the Safe Lite Fire Starter Squares from Forshaw, both easy ways to get a fire going. Another winter’s treat is pumpkin bread from Deer Creek, which needs to be ordered in advance. Serve at breakfast or as a dessert.” —Sydney Loughran Wolf, Contributing Writer
