"Clutter is visual chaos
resulting from delayed decision making."
resulting from delayed decision making."
Whoever said that is pretty smart. How true it is. I was going through a pile on one of my surfaces and found 10+ delayed decisions! I hadn't ever thought of it that way, but it's pretty revealing. I do have a hard time making decisions at times. I think it's because I don't want to make the wrong one. I also amass stuff because i might want to do something. I do this because I'm afraid I might not have the opportunity to purchase that particular book (bowl, trinket).
I have a friend who would never post pictures of her cluttery spots in her house. She thinks it's funny that I do. I do this for a couple of reasons. First, it helps me to look at my spaces through the camera's eye. The camera doesn't edit out stuff that I must edit out on a daily basis. Secondly, I know there are people out there like me. You're not alone ;-)
I'm going to be buying some furniture to fix up my office so it's a pleasant room. I will be taking everything out of it and only bringing back in what is essential for "domestic tranquility". I borrowed that phrase from a family member.
So stay tuned. I'll post after pictures in a few weeks. In the meantime this is some good reading...
I have a friend who would never post pictures of her cluttery spots in her house. She thinks it's funny that I do. I do this for a couple of reasons. First, it helps me to look at my spaces through the camera's eye. The camera doesn't edit out stuff that I must edit out on a daily basis. Secondly, I know there are people out there like me. You're not alone ;-)
I'm going to be buying some furniture to fix up my office so it's a pleasant room. I will be taking everything out of it and only bringing back in what is essential for "domestic tranquility". I borrowed that phrase from a family member.
So stay tuned. I'll post after pictures in a few weeks. In the meantime this is some good reading...
7 comments:
Well....Apparently I have lots of delayed decision making going on in my studio!!!! DRAT! My problem is I don't take the time to put things back...as I am working..I feel I need to have it all handy or I won't use it. I hate the cluter though. I'm going to check out your suggested reading and see what they have to say. :)
Have a wonderful day
doreen
Hi Dixie: I must have a lot of "delayed decision making" going on in my studio too!! LOL When I work, I seem to toss wools and other fabrics all over the place...but after the busy season I like to tidy it up and start messin' again!!!
I really like your dolls...what fun! : )
Happy Friday!
Sunnie in Vermont : )
I think this is so true of many artists. I know that when I get going on a project, I tend to have tunnel vision to that project. I get things I need and don't put them away, because I don't want to stop what I'm doing. The result is a "creative mess"!!
Kim
Garden Painter Art
Dix,
You are NOT alone! I am in your same boat. You are brave to post a pic of your studio, although it doesn't touch the clutter that I have in mine. Thanks for posting the link....I have been reading and it is energizing.
Hugs,
Tink
Boy, I can't wait to tell hubs I'm not the only one like this. :> )
I have a tough time throwing out stuff. Because I never know when I "might" need it. Sigh. I can't wait to see your finished project Dix!
~Peanut
Dixie...
Every nook, corner, cranny, shelf, floor, drawer, closet and floor is utterly spotless and organized. 'A place for everything and everything' are words I live by. Do you believe me?
Denise
I took everything out of my studio a year ago Oct. when I was having the hardwood floor refinished. It looked so nice when I just put back in what I wanted in there. Fast forward 15 months, it's an overstuffed room again. Good luck on your venture.
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