5 Reasons Why You Don’t Have To Rush Decorating!
A lot of us think when it comes to interior design and decorating that everything has to be designed and completed all at once. This isn’t always the case! When a deadline gets put into place, rush decorating can take over!
What do I mean by rush decorating? I mean by filling up the room with furniture and accessories that you don’t actually need or like.
Slowing down the decorating pace a bit can help you save money in the long run and take in an evaluation of what you like and what your space needs.
1. Settle In
It can sometimes be easy to plan out a whole space through Pinterest, on paper, or even in your mind. You have measured up and sized which furniture pieces go where. The furniture fits but is the space functional?
There are just some things you won’t know until you’ve lived in the space for a while. This is definitely true for people who have just moved home. How do you move about the space? Which areas get used the most? What pieces do you need for those areas?
The same thought process goes for colour selection. You might have an idea of what colour you’d like to paint the room. But choosing a colour paint sample is very different from living with a whole wall or room colour.

Do you know what time of the day gets the most and least sun? Is that paint colour going to work with both those light settings? The paint colour you were dead set on may not feel quite right due to the natural light or pieces you might already have in that space.
These are things that you’ll figure out when living in the space. Even if you’ve lived in the home for a while with new furniture pieces you might have a trial period before deciding if it’s staying in that place or corner. Or that piece might leave the house altogether!
2. Buy Once Instead Of Twice
As mentioned earlier, buying things on a whim (especially furniture) can cost you a lot of money down the line. Making rush decision purchases is never good. Furniture and decor are bought on a whim. Certain furniture pieces aren’t available, so instead of waiting you buy something you’re not keen on.
Save your money and hold out for the piece you love instead of buying just to fill the space up.
Waiting that little longer can save you money in the long run and in the end you get something you truly love. There are some pieces that are worth spending that little extra on. At the right time though.
That means finding the patience to say that rug is ok but it’s not quite right. I’ll wait for the right size to come in or a rug that has the right colours in it. Or it might mean widening your search and just waiting a while longer.
3. Organize
Organization plays a huge part in what you do and don’t fill the room with.
Make sure you have storage solutions that work for you while still being functional. Good organization will clarify what you need less of and what you will need to bring in. Are there furniture or decor items from other rooms of the home that might work better elsewhere?
Having a clearout will focus your attention on needs and loves only. Sometimes a furniture rearrangement will help in saving some money.
4. Putting In Your Personality

Yes, you’re picking the pieces. You’re deciding what goes in your home and what doesn’t. Sometimes it can be a little difficult for your personality to come through when you’re choosing things from only a couple of stores. A room can look a little boring when it’s all bought from the same place.
After all your home isn’t meant to be a copy of a designer store. Interior trends can provide inspiration but your home should always be built around your life. Don’t worry about what is new or what is outdated. Unless you’re doing an ultra-modern space, mix it up a bit.
Also what pieces mean something to you? Have you got any pieces that are passed down, or gifted? Or are you planning a future trip somewhere? Bringing a little something back will add a personal touch and memory to your home.
5. Room To Grow
Every corner of the room doesn’t have to be filled in straight away. Remember you are always adding and taking away things in your home. So it’s a natural process to build up your space over time. Just like you are ever changing and evolving so should be your home!
Remember you don’t have to do everything at once! Give yourself some time to test things out and what works best for you and your family.
Chloe

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