Decorating Tips That Make Your Home Look Organized & Tidy

If truth be told I get a little uncomfortable when visitors come to my home unannounced even though I've been in the home decor-interior design business for quite a while.  While my house is not dirty it normally has a few things lying around that should be put away but I guess that's how it is when you have a 5 year old and a 3 year old that pretty much have their stuff not only in their bedrooms but the living room, my bedroom and even the kitchen.  Once I get home from work I want to spend time with my children, do a load or two of laundry and get dinner ready.  My mornings over the weekend are reserved for heavy dusting and moving furniture where I usually find the lost Barbie doll one of my daughters was crying about during the week. 

The decorator in me knows that when someone comes to your home when you are not expecting them to does not  even notice the things that I notice.  It's during this time I see the dust on the lamp shade or the sticky fingerprints on the end tables.  If this sounds a little familiar there is no need to panic or feel embarrassed because like I mentioned your guests don't even notice they only see your decor and not the paranoid things you or I see.

Tips To Camoflauge The Little Things

Adding or arranging  decorative accents like candles, books, decorative canisters, etc. in a way that looks natural not only adds personality to your room it helps distract the little things like fingerprints or even dust that otherwise can drive you crazy when you see it.

If your walls are a negative factor in your room consider changing the paint color or try adding texture for aesthetic beauty.

Mirrors are a wonderful design element that if chosen properly can become a unique focal point to your room. 

Decorative Boxes can be used to store items in a hurry and also act as a side table beside a conversation chair or used as a plant container for a nice artificial arrangement.

These are just a few ideas you can do to make your home look more tidy so when someone knocks on your door you'll welcome them with open arms.

If you liked this post or have other ideas please feel free to leave a comment.  You may also enjoy these decorating ideas.

Comments

[Home Ideas]

Thanks for sharing this tip. I have also that kind of problem of feeling uncomfortable when someone visit my home unannounced. This information is great.

[Blackout blinds for bedrooms]

Hi,

we see a beautifully designed and furnished room in a magazine or model home and say, “I want that look for my home!”. Unfortunately it is easier said than done, but there are some things you can do to create the design look you love in a way that suits the style of your home and your budget. Plus, you will be creating good design habits as you learn to decorate your home.

[Sue]

Hi there
I have just come across this site, and have to found it really great, I know how you feel about those uninvited people that just pop in to say hi, and you have stuff lying around even though its not a mess just makes you feel uneasy. You want you home to look a certain way, and have a certain feel.

[Clean Blinds]

Hi

These are great tips. Everyone feels under pressure to have things always in place all the time, but it is not always possible. It is also good to keep in mind that if no appointment has been made, your unexpected guess, probably want to see you and not the way you live. If you work as well as have kids, it is not always possible to juggle everything.