I had expected to like this book but I did not, I LOVED it. Rarely do you find an interiors and home book written in such a useful and accessible way. Being old and fairly social media phobic , I had not heard of this lady before but she talks such good sense and her ideas are great. I have already ordered the hardback version as then I can write note in it as intended.

Create Your Own Cozy is a very informative book not only about how to make your home cozy, but every area of your life cozy. I like how she gave tIps on creating cozy on every level, on how you can create cozy on your income level and your own design style. My copy of book didn’t included all the pictures, but I’m sure they were very beautiful since I follow Liz on Instagram, and all her pictures are stunning. I love the cover of the book, it would be a beautiful addition to any coffee table. Thank you NetGalley for the advanced copy.

I didn't realize this was a list and not like previous books. It may appeal to some, it just wasn't overly helpful to me personally. There were not as many pictures inside or the inspiration I was hoping for.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for an ARC. All opinions stated in this reviews are my own.

Ms. Galvan has written several books based on her blog (full disclosure, I'd never heard of her or her blog before I read this galley), and this book, like the others, is based on the same. I thought the book would be a decorating book, but it's much more than that. Ms. Galvan has monthly lists of things to do around your home (cleaning chores, for example), although they are more for those living in a temperate or northern climate, and there are only a few references to what those of us living elsewhere should do instead. People trying to organize their busy lives may find these monthly chore lists helpful. There are decorating tips, her personal philosophy and outlook on life, and one of the final chapters is a statement of how her belief in God underscores her life. To be honest, the book read as someone trying to make the leap to national-level fame and money a la the Magnolia House people (who, frankly I can't stand; sorry, fans, it's all too perfect). It's laid out nicely, the photographs are nice, with a brown/green/white cozy calm theme. I guess many people find these books aspirational. I find them sometimes condescending, sometimes irritating (money for someone to come clean my house once a month? I wish!), most often too perfect. My life isn't perfect and I prefer not to be reminded that it falls short of these idealized lives. But for those wanting to reorder their lives and in need of step by step guidance, her monthly lists and 100 themes are perfect.

I'm giving it 4 out of 5, even though it most definitely not my style of book, because it's attractive, nicely laid out, and the mix of structured to-do lists, personal reflections, and 100 topics is well done. For me as a reader, I'd personally give it 1 star, because I find these kinds of books annoying.

I really enjoyed this guide to a cozy living by Liz Marie Galvan.
When asked about my personality, I always include the word cozy because that is how I want to live. I like to romanticize both big and small moments in life. This book is about those moments.

With 100 practical ways to make your home and life more cozy on your own turns. From spending time with family, to bedtime routines, cleaning, food and health. It also includes monthly checklists that I will use in the future.

It is a fun book with many beautiful photos. Not only that, but it is very interactive, so be ready with a pen when you pick this up. It is a perfect gift for the new homeowner, mother or anyone really.

This isn’t just another book on home decorating. It’s more like an idea book and journal on how to turn your home into the cozy place you desire. The many sections contain tips on home decor, gardens, self love, fitness and health, family time, and cleaning. In every section, there are spots to jot your ideas, answer prompts, and make lists and prioritize them. If you love working on your home and journaling/list making, this is such a fun book. I can see carrying it around with me to jot things down when ideas hit.

This book is perfect for the home decorator who meets three criteria— loves to journal with lots of prompts, loves the trendy white “modern farmhouse” aesthetic, and has a decidedly newer, upscale house. While I love to make my home cozy, I don’t fit any of those criteria so it was a disappointment for me. It required way too much journaling, was too one-note (white decor, fake country, affluent influencer vibe), and nothing in the endless checklists related to my hundred year old, beat up but beloved boho colorful mismatched home. This is the sort of style that’s really trendy right now though so I’m sure it will find an enthusiastic audience. It will be a great resource for many.

I read a temporary digital copy of this book for review.

It’s essentially a guide to create a cozy home. I liked the writing prompts and appreciated the checklists. However, I did feel that several of the items included didn’t relate to “cozy”, for me anyway. It was just ok.

I really appreciated that each chapter not only covered a different place to connect with (both in your house and in your heart) but each chapter also started with a checklist of what to do for the month - clean the gutters, change your HVAC filter, put away summer clothing. A really useful tool for a new homeowner. I loved the way the information was presented. The only issue was that the workbook pieces did not really translate to kindle. But I'm sure they're lovely in the print edition.

This is a very useful book, not only does it help with understanding what one wants from ones home, but also has questionnaires along the way to help narrow down the style with your personality. The photographs are great, the ideas are helpful and the end result will be lovely.. Thanks you NetGalley and the publishers for the DRC

So practical! I loved that the tips and suggestions in this book are applicable and easily attainable. I will be referencing this book many times, and I plan on giving it as a perfect Christmas gift!

I received a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a cute book on finding your own cozy! There's prompts to think about what kind of textures you like, how various spaces make you feel, what you use spaces for, and more to learn about what cozy means for you. While some of the prompts are fairly high level, some are helpful in thinking about what would help you feel best in your living space. There's tips on how to put together a space you enjoy, though money isn't really discussed in a way that's practical. Overall it's an interesting read.

Thank You NetGalley for this digital e-book.

I love Liz Marie Galvan, her other books, and her blog. I was so excited to see she had another book coming out and was beyond thrilled when I receive an ARC. This book does not disappoint. The pictures are wonderful and I love the information and the worksheets to help determine your own cozy. I will keep referring back to this book for reference and inspiration.

The author gives lots of ideas to make your home special to you. She gives thoughtful questions to ask yourself to help define what's important to you. A helpful book.

Create Your Own Cozy is the one stop book for creating and maintaining the space of your coziest dreams. The book was refreshingly in depth and attempts to really dive into the aspects that go into building the reader’s idea of cozy. I really liked this, and that the book didn’t push its own ‘cozy’ agenda. The author clearly wrote this book to help people create their ideal home. The book also included detailed checklists for maintaining your cozy home through each month of the year. As someone who flourishes with a good checklist, this was a great tool to have included. I really enjoyed reading Create Your Own Cozy!

I have all Liz Marie Galvan books. I started with the blog and her social media. She has cultivated a cozy welcoming aesthetic and a feel-good one at that also.

What I enjoyed about this book were the lists throughout seasonally and found they were useful. What I didn't like was not the book itself but this felt cluttered decor and also a little like I'm over it. The white, the chippy the clutter. Not the cozy and the white but this one felt a bit pretentious in what can another book bring that the others didn't enough to warrant purchasing another book. This one just didn't meet that criteria for me.

This book isn't different enough from the others and for that, I'm giving it a three-star rating.

I would like to thank NetGalley, the publisher Thomas Nelson for the opportunity to read and review Create Your Own Cozy by Liz Marie Galvan.

Such a great read! 4 stars because this one didn't hit as hard for me as her previous books. I think some of the "cozy" was a bit of a stretch in this.

HOWEVER, still a fantastic read. I have followed Liz Marie for many years and own her other books. She is such an inspiration and I love love love looking at her pictures and reading her tips. This book gave a lot of lists and is like a workbook. It helps you to figure out what cozy really means to you and how to incorporate cozy into your life (through your perspective).

Still a Liz Marie fan, always and forever!

I thought I would like this book when I first started reading it, as it did bring a sense of home into the pages. But as I continued to read, it lost that sense of home and seemed to become a to do list. I thank NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Sordovan for the advance read.

The aesthetic of this book automatically made me want to recreate my home. In Liz Marie Galvan's book, Create Your Own Cozy, we're given an inside look at tips and trades to make your own space everything you want it and more. From organizational tips, to beautiful photos, Galvan also gives reader's a chance to reflect on their own homes and how they can make it the ultimate space of relaxation. This is a great book to keep on a bookshelf or coffee table as a reminder that each space is individual, yet has the capability of being your own sanctuary.

This book helps to organize your home and your family. The author offers up many good ideas and provides pages of blank space to answer thoughtful questions on what your style and wants are.