10 Tips To ELIMINATE Visual CLUTTER & Create An ATTRACTIVE Space

Today we’re talking about visual clutter! Specifically, how to eliminate it from your home to create a clean and attractive space. If you’ve decluttered your home and are looking for the finishing touch, this is it!✨
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[@AshlynneEaton]

Hey everyone! What’s one thing you like to do to reduce visual clutter in your home? ✨

[@amandalashley3819]

I don't like framed pictures lying around on surfaces, to me it just looks cluttered and collects dust, it drives my husband crazy, he wants to put out all the framed pictures on every surface.

[@AshlynneEaton]

My husband and I often run into a similar issue Amanda! Usually we end up meeting in the middle, but I definitely can relate to that driving you a bit crazy! 😅

[@OldHag73]

I need better organized storage so it's easy to put things away in the right place. Now I just shove them in where I am so tools mixed with work books and jars for my jam mixed with tins and baking stuff so too messy and then I put in more stuff that doesn't belong there like lightbulbs, decor and so on. It's stuff I use regularly but I need to get it all organized better

[@dean0jackson]

@Ashlynne Eaton love your channel it has helped me feel less cramped at home. however, I'm struggling to get rid of certain items I have things that I don't like/need that come in a set or collection and not sure weather to get rid of part of the set if you could make a vid on that I’d be very grateful

[@cateturnbull295]

Hi I chose to use 4 really inexpensive fabric cubes from Bed Bath & beyond to put in the bookshelf in my bedroom to store frequently used items but keep them out of sight. As a rule I don't go into Bed Bath & beyond but I'm staging my home to hopefully sell quickly so I did that as a staging device first and realized I really liked it so I'll keep using them.

[@liolalila5424]

Tipps from the video: 1) don't be afraid of boxes+ baskets 2) embrace color palettes 3) eliminate word signs 4) clear your counter tops 5) straighten all wall hangings 6) use harmonious numbers in decor 7) hide cords from electronics 8) remove dead leaves from plants 9) reduce the number of pictures on walls 10) beware of overstuffed shelves Great tipps, thank you! :)

[@aabdulaziz3551]

Thank you!

[@maxpower3058]

😘

[@geraldinecolvin8662]

Thanks for summarizing this.

[@ashleys3365]

Thank you much!!

[@A.Rose.G]

Thanks for reducing verbal clutter☺

[@sierrafazekas3530]

I had a hard time with depression and anxiety, so I put up word signs to kinda encourage me. I did however choose the signs carefully cause they had to match my room, and pertain to my life.

[@susie7336]

What helps me is to write quotes with pretty colored dry erase markers on my mirror. 💗

[@sierrafazekas3530]

@@susie7336 I love that idea! Thanks! 😀

[@ef4zsv]

Good for you Sierra!

[@vikittyxd900]

I do the same! I have anxiety disorder and depression and having word decor helps me to stay motivated and to smile. Especially because one of the ones I have is a gift from my friends

[@ms.ashley52]

Same here, that’s prolly the only thing I wouldn’t remove.

[@carolc2574]

I live in a very small apartment so I had to choose wisely the storage solutions. All furniture is white, I decided not to use coffe tables or side tables of any kind and all of our storage is closed (no open shelves gathering dust). We also chose soft colours (soft blue, grey and white) and only one picture in the living room and another one in the bedroom. My countertops and all surfaces are empty except for a pop of colour on a desk. And we paid a builder to move several outlets so there are no cords in sight in any place of the house, as our tv outlets are now behind the tvs and so on. So everybody agrees that although the apartment is tiny, it looks airy and relaxing.

[@ruthgoddard6539]

Got to have a table to sit a lamp on and for a drink.

[@floralaura2543]

We tried a basket in the living room. Cat peed in it. Can’t have nice things.

[@b4s1019]

Same

[@linda8485]

Prefer dogs that I can train who want to please me. I had a cat that would try to trip me on the way to the bathroom every morning so I would feed him. After braking my toe and realizing he bullied my other cat all the time , we gave him to another home. Sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do.

[@savetheanimals3085]

@@linda8485 zlol I train my cat basically like a dog as my mums bf is allergic to dogs but not cats so yeah but very true

[@AMcDub0708]

This was happening with our cat too and we lined up someone to take her. I was so tired of it. And then I read something online that said “you need 2 litter boxes for every one cat you own. I had 2 cats and one litter box. I bought 3 more and I haven’t had a problem since.

[@Bea56601]

@Siobhan Fraser because he peed in a basket..? Weird

[@aaqilahs2011]

Finally, I found someone who shares my thoughts on word decor! 😄

[@imaginativecreativeyou8890]

I love the tip of having a color palette for a room. it does look visually pleasing.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Yes! It’s such a subtle yet powerful tip!

[@solazulnm]

I’d be all for having a word sign that says “random!” 🤣 or like a giant word sign that says “subtle!”

[@jragnes]

Like my word signs. They are not going away and my house does not look cluttered. I get many compliments on my signs, wanting to know where i get them(i make them) so lots of orders for signs as these same people have friends that visit their homes and want signs like that. My home is warm and inviting, not cold and sterile.

[@silverfish2341]

I decluttered everything in my home, within a month or so. It s made my life so much easier and cleaning so less of a chore. But I still need to tidy each day. Before going to bed, I make sure everything is tidy and there are no dirty dishes. My kitchen sink needs to be clean at all times

[@MarTinkaBell]

This is so helpful for someone with adhd and feeling so overwhelmed by clutter and solidifies how impactful our environments are

[@aburgheryes]

Great tips! About a year ago, we listed our house in Michigan to be ready for a downsizing move to Florida. Before listing the Michigan house, I went through the entire house and did a purge of over half the items in our closets, drawers, cupboards, garage, and basement. It was the most freeing thing I ever did in my life! When I was finished the house looked amazing and it was so easy to clean! We downsized from a 3500 square foot house and three car garage and full basement to a 1980 square foot house with a two car garage and no basement. Our new Florida house has very little closet space but we are fine with that! We figure it is less space for us to accumulate more stuff for our kids to get rid of when we pass away! We have been here almost ten months now and I find myself still gathering things to donate to Amvets because I’m finding I just don’t need so much clutter - even in my closets or cupboards! It’s so much easier to find everything and easier to get to when everything is in it’s proper place! I don’t have to move things to get a serving bowl from the cabinet or to get my toaster off the shelf. We still have a lot of stuff but it all fits in the space we have. Easy to find. Easy to clean. I wish I had found your videos years ago! You are still rather young, but, older people have a hard time letting things go because so many things bring back memories of when they or their children were young. Clearing out my parents house after they passed away made me realize that I cannot take it with me so why let so much stuff weigh down my life now? I also view too much stuff as more things to dust in my house. I don’t want to be a slave to my stuff. I never thought of minimalism in such a way before. I didn’t even realize I had become a minimalist until I saw your videos! Mind blown! (In a great way!)

[@youttt27]

I grew up in India and it used to be so much a part of our culture to not keep stuff.As I read your comment,I remember my grandma asking me about a million times “Why do you want to keep your dolls/ toys etc.? You can’t take them with you when you go.Let someone else use itonce you have outgrown it “😀

[@walsh5238]

Agree! I cannot tolerate cords. I eliminate the view of any cords at my home. I also need negative space- aka- open space. Counters don’t all need something on them. If only I could 100% control this at work!

[@joshuathinkingoutloud]

🌿 Visual clutter is my enemy. It literally disrupts my focus. Although I am not a traditional minimalist (small kids), minimalism still colors my lifestyle philosophy.

[@lenabruening5942]

Clearing countertops has changed my life! In my “minimalism” journey, I’ve realized I’m not a stark aesthetic minimalist, but I deeply admire minimalist principles and I still use them daily when I clean and declutter! I also love the power of three rule- I use it a lot. Thanks for another great video.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Completely agree with you on this! And thanks Lena! 🤍

[@yolandavandriel9622]

Hi out of curiosity what is the three rule?

[@samirahahmed9431]

What's the power of three

[@lenabruening5942]

Ashlynne Eaton omg thanks for the reply! Hope you are well! 😊🌸

[@kailyndonnelly06]

the rule of three is that three looks the best visually. In general, odd numbers look the best. this is for like decorations plants etc

[@helenascribe210]

I have one item of word art: one of those boards with changeable words. It's on the kitchen counter beside the coffee maker. The extra letters are in a container beside it. When someone comes up with a phrase they want to share, they change it. It's fun to challenge yourself with phrases that you can share with the rest of the family. I don't think I could live with one unchanging piece of word art.

[@paolamura3497]

Great idea!

[@shaynaformity1384]

This video motivated me to finish removing all the clutter from the bottom of my smallish walk-in closet - it's about 4 feet X 4 feet. I was contemplating where the vaccuum cleaner belonged in there, when I decided to try putting in my meditation cushions instead. Yaaaaaaaass! Even though the shelves haven't yet been cleared or organized, it already feels great to sit there. I will find somewhere else to store the vacuum cleaner and broom, winter coats, etc. and hang a serene tapestry from the top shelf to make a relaxing sanctuary. I have wanted a dedicated enclosed space to meditate for almost 30 years, so this is huge for me!

[@raexmo]

Not going to lie, I actually shouted when I saw this title! This video is exactly what I needed!!! So many great tips!! Thank you!!!

[@kierstynstrasswimmer2750]

This is why it's good not to spend too much time in Hobby Lobby 😂

[@AshlynneEaton]

Hahaha yes! With you on that one 😉

[@Retiree1992]

🤭👍

[@EminySanz]

Totally agree with you lol

[@lauramurdock3419]

Ikr lol I 💝 hl too

[@joshuathinkingoutloud]

hobby lobby is awesome. but so gosh dang expensive.

[@anmolnaharr]

* sees the title of the video* * looks around the room * * shrugs * * clicks *

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha love it 😂🤍

[@mariacastillo3090]

Very funny.

[@tnbella7]

I just had bookcases and a fireplace built. My two declutter tips are put outlets on top of the mantel. I originally did it for Christmas lights, but it has been taken over with a sound bar. And two, in arranging the bookcases, I put rows of books on the bottom two to visually hold the rest of the bookcase, scattered books in the rest, only put one object in some shelves and (stay with me here), cut out beautiful wrapping paper and lined the backwall of two shelves on each tower. It needed something to help unify the four towers of bookshelves and move your eye across. Pretty happy with it.

[@mtm00]

4:28 👍Totally agree with you on word "pictures" -- much nicer to keep them in a book! Good tips: thank you for sharing.

[@busybeeme100]

This was a great video with fab tips. I hate visual clutter. I always dry my dishes as i don’t like to see them on the draining board, I always make my bed and I like to keep my worktops as clear as possible. Before I go t9 bed at night I straighten the sofas and throw pillows and make sure everything is put away. It only takes a few minutes and Its so nice to wake up to a clean clear space.

[@joshuathinkingoutloud]

So true. I can't just leave things messy...disturbs my focus. Especially I am trying to be creative 🌿

[@amyhoover9]

I definitely agree that having negative space between items can really make a difference. My desk and bookshelf has gone through many different phases as I like to switch up how they look sometimes, but I always keep to the rule of three and make sure it doesn't look cluttered with too many things sitting next to each other. :)

[@elizabethlangheim9460]

Removing decor sitting on the kitchen counters made a big difference for me. Also, I find people who like houseplants have them everywhere and because they are living don’t consider them clutter but I find more than one in a space visually distracting.

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s a great one Elizabeth! Personally I don’t find plants all that visually cluttering, but if you do then it’s a great idea to get rid of them, or like you said, reduce the number of them you have to just one 🤍

[@elizabethlangheim9460]

Ashlynne Eaton Maybe I would like plants better if I could keep them alive Ha. Except for spider plants, those things won’t die and will take over your home like a jungle takes over your home in a Jurassic horror movie. I’ve had that happen so that’s probably why I only want one plant per space.

[@afrikan_criola1923]

@@elizabethlangheim9460 I get what you're saying, I can't stand houses full of plants, that you can't walk without bump into one, to me is clutter. I always joke that I'm a "fake" minimalist because I don't care about plants and have none in my house but I like flowers.

[@jessicawalls5360]

Same! I have 2 plants in my entire house. That is it.

[@AnjaTodorovic]

Wow! I actually learned a lot from this video! About decluttering and minimalism, I feel everything is already been said and we just upcycle the same tips and information. But here there were tips I have never heard of! Thank you!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks so much Anja! So glad you were able to learn something and find inspiration from this video! 🤍

[@JurbzMUSICoh]

her smile is so positive and infectious.

[@AshlynneEaton]

You are too sweet! ☺️

[@TiannaOuellette]

Yes this was so well said!! I was just saying to my boyfriend I wanted a few blankets but I didn’t want it to look like too much. So now I’ll get a nice basket to put them in!

[@suekoepnick1]

This is one of the best and most helpful home decor videos I've seen. Visual clutter makes me crazy, and I continue to struggle with it. I'm going to try these ideas this weekend!

[@itszoeblossom7685]

You seem like such a genuine person, I literally subbed within the first 30 seconds!

[@chapman1569]

You mentioned crooked pictures frames as a source of mental distraction and when I saw the picture of the Eiffel Towel on the shelf I thought that you were going to remove it. The tower looks out of balance to me. Different folks different strokes. I enjoyed your video, thanks

[@reykaye6096]

Yesterday I got really overwhelmed at how many decorative pieces I still kept through decluttering. Perfect timing for this video to come out! Thanks for the inspiration :3

[@AshlynneEaton]

So glad it inspired you! Hope you can use some of the tips to create a space you love!! 💙

[@LivingForThis]

My appartement is poorly made, I don't have any closed, wardrobe or anything like that, and in the kitchen I only have little cupboards so nowhere to "hide" my stuff (only food and dishes), is drives me crazy ! 😅 When I will own my place, I will create in-built closed storages everywhere to free the mind :)

[@mattalexzweig]

Cords are the bane of my existence.

[@jaimebenson6102]

Thank you SO much for your video content! I am a VERY visual person and what you said regarding word signs and harmonious numbers really struck me. I am incredibly sensitive visually and your insight helped tremendously. Thank you!

[@hunny_bunny2440]

These tips are seriously so helpful! Earlier I never thought of paying attention to such fine details. But it all made sense because of the way you explained. Thanks so much

[@HaloReachMaster11]

Not only do I learn from the information you share, you are so adorable! Love your channel! Thank you for sharing.

[@SimplyMaRa]

I recently embraced minimalism and this tips will help me a lot. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@infinitedusk5438]

For the groups of 3 thing, it works. I actually have a little stool that acts as my nightstand and it actually has 6 items on it, but they are still in "groups of 3" that it looks really good. Group 1 is a thin book with a kalimba on top that is the same size. Group 2 is a tiny fake tree and Chinese medicine balls that are in line with each other. And group 3 is 2 tiny stuffed toys. So while 3 items is probably ideal, if you have more and they fit into 3 groups, it also works.

[@AshlynneEaton]

I love that! Grouping in threes is a great way to apply that advice too!

[@MarigoldSundays]

Great tips. Adding on to not having word signs in your house, I also remove labels on items when possible. It removes visual clutter.

[@grandadslifehacks8992]

Ashlynne, Another way that I learned to eliminate word signs is to use black electrical tape to cover labels on electronics. This will eliminate some small subconscious distractions.

[@fnolealdericar8056]

Everything in this video is simple, yet helpful. Thanks!

[@SamanthaKnott]

Great tips! I have been stressing about my flat this week and how messy it looks. My living room and kitchen are one big room, and it just looks cluttered. I am going to focus on clearing the work tops and sorting out my bookcase! I feel excited to get to it rather than stressing!

[@CubChef]

I don't know why KZbin recommended this video to me, but I am so glad it did. Already subscribed and I hope I can make my home as pleasing as yours 😊

[@michellematthews4303]

Thank you for this video. These were amazing tips!

[@TotyVale]

Wow! I’m impressed with these tips, they’re really helpful!

[@AshlynneEaton]

So glad you found it useful! 💙

[@balotzckdee2052]

hi, Ashlynne! I just bumped into your channel and this is the first video I saw. Your 10 tips are absolutely the best pieces of advice I have ever heard. Thank you so much!

[@nicoledais4129]

Thank you so much for the great ideas! Your voice is so calming 🙂 Just subscribed 😁

[@FamilySmith]

GREAT TIPS that I'm not seeing on other channels! Thanks!

[@annw1395]

Excellent tips. I always like to keep my kitchen and bathroom countertops cleared off -- so much easier to clean, and looks so much nicer! TFS.

[@ralitsahristova2084]

loved this video - really interesting and helpful ideas! i have been on my minimalist journey for about two years now and the amount of things i have learned is amazing!

[@blueflowers.]

I just did this and my room feels so much cleaner and organized 🥰

[@susanrobinson408]

Love your take on counter tops. I used to always leave my toaster out. Why? I used it every day, but for 2 minutes tops!! It is so easy to pull out for that small amount of use and then put away for the next day. And the use of art....someone told me once that you need to leave one wall empty in a room. Art work on every wall is distracting!

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s awesome Susan! I love that tip about keeping one wall empty in each room! :)

[@thetravelingthrifter8174]

Enjoyed these great tips, thank you! 😊

[@Doorto_theriver]

This was so good! Thank you Ashlynne!

[@adrianian8990]

This is the tips that i v been looking for a years. Thanks for making the video.

[@hassiearaya8024]

I do a lot of these already. I only have three coffee makers all different kinds on my counters. I have basket for my cleaning supplies. I have artwork in each room. Great video 👍

[@chandaharkins4418]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing. I LOVE me a cleared off kitchen counter. :)

[@rebeccacartier153]

Omg.. not folding the blankets 😳

[@dinaannnirenstein87]

Your videos are so relaxing to watch. You are doing a great job! 🙂

[@munirasultana2313]

Loved the Video 💖

[@brendanbang6636]

Colour palette is the most essential tip, neutral, cool or warmth tone group together, help the space much more cohesive and intentional.

[@cateturnbull295]

Hi Ashlynne! I love your videos and finally learned how to do comments here 🙄. I left blankets as well and have discovered the trend of blanket ladders I have a very large family room and so I had room in one corner to put a blanket ladder that is slim and sturdy and I fold the blankets and draped them in a little pallet of colors on the ladder. I'm using that to help me stage my family room and keep the blankets neat but accessible.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha yes! That’s awesome Cate! 🥰 I love that idea for storing blankets in a simple, yet attractive way!

[@mandypdx]

Great video!! 💕

[@PenniestoDollars]

I love the color pallet idea!

[@jelly3821]

Love it!

[@blancaypedrochiquifril6569]

Wow how can you be so young and wise? My dougter always telling me the same advices, but you sound more convincent 😉 thank you I"ll try to put them in practice.

[@AshlynneEaton]

You’re so kind! These really are ageless principles I’m sharing 🤍

[@teris3030]

Great tips! And great video. You definitely have a talent for knowing how to make your space look great and also for YouTubing! 👏🏻🙌🏻 Thanks for sharing with the world ❤️

[@rxmw40]

Great content and good reminders.

[@traceyhayes4453]

This was amazing! Thank you!

[@PresbianTier]

Very insightful video!

[@ArtyAntics]

I love bright colours and rainbow, but I make sure there are grounding neutral colours around them and not too much.

[@brookealexander2584]

These are such fantastic tips!!! :)

[@mariacastillo3090]

Love love love this video and your tips. Thank you.

[@AshlynneEaton]

So glad you enjoyed it Maria!! 🤍

[@RBlake1026]

Awesome! Very informative - Thank you

[@reginagrayson2465]

I really enjoyed this video!! Thank you!!

[@maryngshwuling9916]

Thanks for sharing 🌻

[@dahrunriver2924]

Be careful in hiding cords that you don’t create a fire hazard.

[@angelaeichstadt9060]

Love the 3 item rule!

[@Nwadiogo]

I don’t shop word signs, but I’ve been gifted a few that resonated with me (so I kept them). How I navigated them was to put them on shelves, grouped with other sentimental items, so they’re not a focal point on the wall.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Love that strategy + perspective! Thanks for sharing 🤍

[@Hhhh-xo9ci]

Çok güzel, açıklayıcı bir video olmuş. Thanks, I got the point🙏🏼👌🏼

[@beckpender]

I watch a lot of declutter vids, but have not ever heard the idea of the various colors being clutter. thanks. and yes, I hate things on the walls that are not straight..... drives me crazy. Loved your video, first time I've been here, so I subscribed.

[@sadiemiranda5387]

Love this !

[@j.n.cahill1086]

I knew something was bothering me about my mantel--there are an even number of things! I will have to refer back to this when we are redecorating.

[@evelynespoons3185]

THANKS FOR THE TIPS!

[@denisejuergens4145]

This was a very good video for me. I have been struggling with my open concept house. I’m going to reduce the artwork and clear the one shelf that I have. Hopefully that will help. Thank you.

[@karenrich9092]

Nice video. I also realized that I need to dust my fake plants and restore the loose leaves where they belong. I also say, "If something is not decorative or functional in its current location, it needs to be put away."

[@jacobkayla5310]

The tips are spot on.

[@sandyvanstedum9830]

Great Video! Thank you!

[@lifewithana]

Loved it! I have such a love for minimalism I fell in love with your channel! new subscriber ! yay!

[@joshuathinkingoutloud]

I just subbed as well. These minimalism channels are influencing both my personal philosophy as well as creative channel choices 🌿

[@oreonaomi2]

Very good point.

[@LatitudeNorth]

Great advice. Thanks for sharing!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks Kim! ✨

[@anaalves3658]

I totally agree on the word clutter. My husband laughs at me because I read everything!!!!😬😬😬🤦, if he is wearing a t-shirt with something written on it I can't concentrate on the conversation because I keep reading the t-shirt over and over again. My brain has to read every word and number, it's exhausting. Visual clutter really stress me out, my husband doesn't get it!😔

[@joshuathinkingoutloud]

YES! Visual clutter stresses me out too. Wife doesn't get it. Haha.

[@inesperenyi3004]

Hi Ashlynne! I just discovered your channel through Megan, whom I have been following for a long time, and have watched two of your videos - loved them and am subscribing. Great tips and will put some of them in practice immediately, specially the decluttering desk tops, etc,

[@AshlynneEaton]

Hi Ines! So glad you found the tips helpful! ✨

[@sourcandy_1013]

this was very helpful...

[@priscillajimenez27]

I just got my own apartment last month. This comes in handy. Thank you!

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s amazing! And congrats on your new apartment ✨

[@swetha6303]

Very nice information. I feel the same way . Great work . Keep doing . Love from India

[@adorable3kids]

Odd number..more attractive...this is something new to me. Thanks!

[@omodiagbedominicedeoghon4607]

Great video.

[@zoeygirl73]

this was excellent. All principals I follow.