How to Have Fun Tidying Your Room

As much as I love tidying my room, I know many consider it the biggest of chores. 

I'm sure there was a time in my life when I didn't love making my bed or organising my desk but I honestly don't recall it. I feel like packing up after myself and making things look presentable are two rules that have been engrained in me from a very young age. My mum definitely played a massive role in this. She's the most organised person I know and I think over time, her tidiness just started to rub off on me. 

If you're someone that finds cleaning their room a mission and a half (and honestly, it's okay if you do!), this post is just for you. Here are four ways to make tidying your room fun!

Incorporate a Theme
A couple of weeks ago, I was cleaning my room and decided I wanted to change the colour scheme. It used to be all about the pastels, now I've narrowed it down to three main colours; pink, grey and white. I think it's important to give your room personality. Your theme doesn't necessarily have to revolve around colour, it could showcase a specific season or holiday, your favourite TV show or a hobby you really enjoy. Your room is a space meant just for you. Don't be afraid to put your own creative spin on it!

Do it With a Friend
Having a friend by your side makes everything 10 times better. Rather than dreading the tidying process, turn it into an excuse to hang with your bestie. I've done this before with a couple of my friends. It's great because after a while it stops feeling like a cleaning job and more like a normal hang out. Don't forget to play some tunes while you're at it. It really helps to keep the mood upbeat. 

Reorganise Decor
If you're tidying your space, definitely use it as a chance to shuffle things around. Tidying doesn't just have to be about putting things back where they belong. You can make it a lot more interesting by rearranging your room decor. I do this all the time. I look at what I have on display and then I like to place it somewhere new to see if it looks better or worse. Reorganising things should help keep you on your toes and stop you from losing interest in the actual cleaning. 

Take a Before And After Picture
I always forget to do this with my room but I've done it with a couple of other things I've tidied. It's nice to have a visual representation of your progress. It also gives you an incentive to clean that little bit harder. The more dramatic the change is between the two photos, the more accomplished you should feel. 

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5 Tips For Keeping a Tidy Bedroom

Keeping your bedroom mess-free isn't as time consuming as it might sound. You don't have to spend hours a week cleaning your room from top to bottom. It's just a tiny thing each day that can keep everything in order. Here are 5 ways you can keep a tidy bedroom. These steps may seem small but I can guarantee you they'll will have a big impact. 

1. Make Your Bed

A tidy bed can give the illusion of a tidy room whether or not everything else is in place. Try fitting this chore into your everyday morning routine. You could do it as soon as you wake up or just before leaving the house. It's a great habit to get into and once it's done, you're more likely to stay organised throughout the day. If you're still struggling to motivate yourself, buy a nice throw blanket and some pretty throw pillows to arrange on the bed for a more decorative take on the task. 

2. Put Things Away Properly

Things get lost when they're left where they don't belong. Even though it only takes a second to throw something on the floor, it doesn't take much longer to put an item in its rightful home. Knowing where things are now will make your life so much easier if you're ever pressed for time in the future and could mean the difference between a ten minute search and a quick grab and go.  

3. Get Rid of Things You Don't Need

Make sure you're not wasting valuable space on things you don't need or use anymore. Go through everything you own and either throw out or donate anything you haven't touched in over a year. 

4. Keep a Hamper in Your Room 

Having a hamper or basket will make sure dirty clothing is kept out of sight. It will also help you stay on top of your laundry if you have all your worn clothes in one place. 

5. Clear Your Desk Space

A tidy desk can give the room a more spacious feel. To get more surface space out of your desk, either keep items off to the side or leave less things on display. Taking the time to organise your smaller items will keep your desk from becoming cluttered. You can either hide these items in draws or store them in containers. For more practical items, such as pens and pencils, keep them in a jar on your desk so they are easily accessible. 

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