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Surviving Wisconsin Winters
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items Winter is Wisconsin is brutal! I am the person who is always freezing, and these items are necessities for me.
Sections
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Bedding Essentials
Clothing and Outerwear
Car Needs
Pet Essentials for Winter
For the house
Work Finds
Bedding Essentials
Everything I have on my bed.
This mattress pad is one of my favorite purchases. I have a king bed, and the dual controls work great where I can adjust my temperatures different than my husband. I also love the top and bottom half of my bed can be different temperatures. My feet ...
King Size Electric Heated Mattress Pad - Multi Zone, 10 Heat Settings, Dual Control
You cannot live in a cold state without flannel sheets. These ones work great on our bed and they do not slip up. They are really inexpensive for the size bed I have. They are so soft and help keep me extra warm. They are a must have for cold Wiscons...
Bare Home 100% Cotton Flannel Sheet Set CK
I have this fuzzy warm comforter in the lotus pink. I love the color. And it really is warm. My cat loves it to and when he kneads you cannot tell.
BEDELITE Fleece King Comforter Set - Lotus Pink
When it is in the negatives in Wisconsin and I cannot keep warm, I will use this on top of my comforter. So I will have heat from the top and bottom. I love the dual controls.
Bedsure King Electric Blanket, Dual Control, 10 Heat & Timer Settings, Grey
Clothing and Outerwear
Clothing and outerwear I have and love.
Cuddle duds are the best thermals for me. They are so soft, and extra warm. If I’m going to be outside for an extended period of time in the winter you will find these under my clothes.
Cuddl Duds Womens Fleece Lined Thermal Set
This coat is super warm. I walk outside a long way to get inside work, so I like to have a really long coat. I love the elastic cuffs that way I don't get any drafts, and the buttons on the bottom of each side is great so you can bend and sit without feeling like a mummy.
Women Long Puffer Down Coat Thickened Quilted Jacket
This North Face hat keeps my head and ears super warm. And it is so cute. Most hats don't fit my big head, but this one fits perfectly.
THE NORTH FACE Women's Oh Mega Fur Pom Beanie
These North Face mittens are what I have this year, and I absolutely love them. They keep my hands so nice and toasty.
Women's Winter Gloves & Mittens
I have these UGG boots, and they are so warm, and easy to throw on.
UGG® Classic Short Lunara for Women
I received these Sorel slippers as a gift, and am so happy I did. They keep my feet super toasty and warm.
SOREL Women's Nakiska Bootie
When I have to be out for an extended period and it is in the negatives, I will wear this to help keep me warm. Whenever I'm outside with my dogs, or my son wants to go sledding this is my go to.
Balaclava Windproof Winter Face Mask Fleece
If you have had your eye on a heated vest this is the one to get! I love the Ororo brand. This vest gets so much use. I wear it often to my son's basketball games because they are so cold inside, also during football, and fall baseball. This vest pretty much gets used all year!
ORORO Women's Lightweight USB-C Heated Vest
This Snuggle Sac pajama set gets worn on repeat all week. I really need to invest in another set. They are so warm, and cute that I'm always drawn to wearing it.
Snuggle Sac Women’s Cozy Christmas Pajama Set
Car Needs
All the things for your car during Wisconsin winters
It is so important to have a quality windshield brush for ice and snow. This is the one I have and it works great. I have a larger vehicle and I can reach the top of my vehicle and pull the snow easily off.
POWERJET 39-61” 3-1 Pivot Snow Brush & Scraper
I keep this blanket in my car at all times. You never know when you are going to need it!
EverSnug Extra Thick Sherpa Fleece Blanket
Pet Essentials for Winter
Everything you could need for your pets for winter.
Just like our hands get dry during winter, your dogs paws have it even worse. I use this on all my boy’s paws and nose. It helps them not crack. I use this on my son’s hands too. It works great and is safe for everyone.
Bag Balm Pet Paw & Skin Balm 8oz 2 Pack
When there is snow in the ground I put these on the dogs. Otherwise snow balls up in their feet and it you can tell it hurts. They are super easy to put on and stay in place.
AOKOWN Dog Boots & Paw Protectors
I have these jackets for the boys. They are super easy to put up and you can use your leash with them. And my boys look so cute in them.
Spark Paws Dog Winter Jacket Water-Resistant L
My cat, Leo, loves this warming pad. We have it on the couch and he is ALWAYS on it. It does get warm by itself.
Self-Heating Pet Pad
For the house
This is so easy to put on your windows. It definitely keeps the drafts out.
Duck MAX Strength Window Insulation Kit, Fits 5 Windows
We have these for our front door and patio door and have noticed the floor being a lot warmer by them now. Would highly recommend you trying them!
MAGZO 36in Weighted Door Draft Stopper
Work Finds
This is amazing for keeping my ice cold hands warm. And it is so cute at my desk.
iCasso Heated Mouse Pad XL, 4 Heat & Auto Off
I also have this at work to help keep me warm, because where I work is either too hot or cold. And this helps when I am cold!
Amazon Basics Ceramic Mini Space Heater, 500W, Pink