Spark Joy: An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up (Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up, #2)

by Marie Kondo

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up helps you visualize your ideal lifestyle.

Japanese decluttering guru Marie Kondo has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to usingher acclaimed KonMari Method to create a joy-filled home that works the way you need it to.

Spark Joy features step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets. Kondo also answers frequently asked questions, such as whether to keep “necessary” items that may not bring you joy. With guidance on specific categories including kitchen tools, cleaning supplies, hobby goods, digital photos, and even building your own personal “power spot” in your home, this comprehensive companion is sure to spark joy in anyone who wants to simplify their life.

• ISBN10: 1607749726
• ISBN13: 9781607749721
• Publish Date: 5 January 2016
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Publisher: Random House USA Inc
• Imprint: Ten Speed Press
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 304
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781607749721

Reviews

[adamfortuna]

I should not have listened to an audiobook that has "illustrated" in the title. Although this did go more into some of the order and systems involved in the konmari method, it wasn't as useful as if I'd given it the time to go through a physical copy (ironically enough).

[wyvernfriend]

Actually I found this more interesting than the original book, she's a lot more tolerant of stuff than you think, her idea is that you should surround yourself with joy instead of stress and that clutter is a cause of stress for a lot of people. I would adapt it for myself with a "stop buying crap" and "stop tolerating crap" but sometimes you have to, still it's an ambition.

She works on how to fold things, how to store things and how to get yourself started and working at this, I think some of it is inspiring but some of it is cranky-making for me.