Back to Dirty Little Secrets Index Dirty Little Secret Beware! This is the prime starting point where clutter starts and grows… by Maria Gracia Join our newsletter to be notified when the newest Dirty Little Secret is available. Empty surfaces...they’re always the starting point for clutter to begin and grow. Just put one thing down that doesn’t belong there and you’ve initialized a potential clutter mountain. To avoid this, set tables with pretty placemats, napkins in napkin rings, and a vase of beautiful flowers. Place a gorgeous coffee table book or two on your coffee table. Put your framed family photo on your bedroom dresser, along with a lovely silver tray that holds your favorite scents. I know I’m less likely to mess up a surface that looks so pretty! Back to Dirty Little Secrets Index