At My Cosy Store a concept that we live for is hygge – pronounced “hoo-gah”. If you’ve never heard of hygge let us explain it to you. Hygge is a Danish concept of creating a quality of cosiness that generates contentment and wellbeing through life’s simple pleasures. This is a state of mind and can […]
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Cosy Pleasures – Autumn Drinks
The world is ever-changing, and we are all feeling stress and pressure in new ways. It is becoming ever more important for us all to take a little me-time and enjoy the moment. Schedule a time out and make one of these twists on traditional drinks to give yourself a break to properly enjoy. Even […]
The best bedsocks
Firstly, what is a bed sock? Bed socks are cosy socks that can be worn to bed or generally for lounging around the house. Bed socks are thicker and longer than a typical cotton everyday sock. Ultimately if you want a super cosy sock to keep your toes toasty you need a pair of bed […]
How long does cashmere last?
Ultimately cashmere can last a lifetime if you treat it well! A little TLC – when you wear, wash and store – will extend your cashmere accessories for years and years. When you wear cashmere there will be natural friction which may create some pilling. Pilling is a term to describe the bobbling that appears […]
Is cashmere worth the money?
In a word – yes! Once you have worn cashmere you will fully appreciate the worth of cashmere. Cashmere is extraordinarily soft and warm, yet is also durable, breathable, and lightweight. As cashmere is a natural fibre our cashmere accessories maintain their shape over the years you will have them. If you correctly care for […]
Caring for Your Cashmere Gloves, Mittens & Wristwarmers
When it comes to staying warm and cosy you will have a favourite pair of gloves, mittens of wrist warmers that springs to mind. We frequently wear our gloves and wrist warmers to keep our hands warm and cosy during chilly days. Wearing a Cashmere Gloves, Mittens & Wristwarmers When it comes to keeping […]
Caring for Your Cashmere Beanie Hats
A cashmere beanie hat can be worn all year round and like any cashmere item needs some care for its enduring cosiness. Wearing a Cashmere Beanie Hat The simplicity of a cashmere beanie hat – just put it on your head and on you go! Any pilling that appears on your hat can be […]
Caring for Your Cashmere Scarves
A cashmere scarf is an absolute winter season essential. Caring for your cashmere scarves will give you years and years of cosy comfort from your favourite winter staples. Wearing Cashmere Scarves The beauty of a cashmere scarf is that it is super easy to wear and instantly keeps you warm and cosy! To extend […]
Caring for Your Cashmere Socks
Cashmere socks are a treasured self-care item, and a little TLC can extend the life of your favourite cashmere socks and bed socks. Wearing Cashmere Socks When you wear your cashmere socks with shoes, choose a softer shoe such as a moccasin or slipper to reduce the wear. When wearing your socks there will […]
How to look after your cashmere accessories
There are a few basic rules for care that if you stick to will extend the life of your cashmere and keep you cosy for longer. Well cared for cashmere can last over 30 years! Refreshing Your Cashmere Accessories Cashmere doesn’t need to be washed too often. Cashmere accessories can be refreshed by lightly […]