WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

“When I heard that my friend Anne-Stuart had been working to get certified in the KonMari style of living, I had so much admiration! I had read and watched her Marie Kondo's Netflix series and had always been intrigued. Anne-Stuart's personality was perfect for helping me make decisions on every item in my clothing closet. It was so much fun working with her and I am thrilled to still have an organized closet 7 months later. I loved all the container suggestions she gave me and they fit and work perfectly in my space. I can't tell you how grateful I am for her services and support! It is really one of the most satisfying and valuable experiences I have had this year. Especially in these uncertain times, having order and joy in your closet is incredibly comforting.”

— Maureen Lalley, Ruxton, Maryland

“Could not recommend this service enough! Spark Joy, Maryland came to the rescue! I had literally no idea how much stuff I had-my house was out of control. Before working with Anne-Stuart I felt like the stuff in my home was overwhelming and I had difficulty finding things. Wow! The results were incredible! My house is a paradise. I know exactly where things are. My house is so much easier to maintain and keep clean because everything has a place. I didn't know decluttering/getting rid of things could be a pleasant experience, but Anne-Stuart's cheery disposition and little sparks of humor made it a really enjoyable experience. I looked forward to our appointments not only because the results were like night and day, but also because she was so great.”

— M.G. Pahr, Washington, DC

“When we moved into our new home three years ago, we unpacked in a whirlwind to get the boxes out of the house within 24 hours so that our young daughter would enter as settled a home as possible. This of course meant that the focus was on unboxing quickly rather than thoughtfully. Three years later, our kitchen still made no sense - nothing was organized intuitively, and what I could reach was often quite different from what my husband could reach. As someone who loves to cook, I wanted the kitchen to be a source of joy rather than frustration. Anne-Stuart helped us transform our kitchen in a single afternoon into a space that brings me joy every day. By thoughtfully talking through what we use and what we love (and what we don't!), we completely changed the way in which our counters, drawers, and cupboards are organized. We found we had more than we needed or wanted and donated it to those who may need it more. As a result, what we DO want is easier to find, use, and put away. On top of that, our session was FUN! My husband and I genuinely enjoyed our session (and he'd had reservations!), and we were able to take the skills and strategies Anne-Stuart taught us and apply them throughout our home in the following months. Thank you, Anne-Stuart!”

— K. Aghevli, Baltimore, Maryland

“As a Marie Kondo consultant, Anne-Stuart introduced me to the Marie Kondo philosophy that every object in my home should make me happy...'Spark joy'. Patiently working with me, Anne-Stuart worked as I pared down my belongings to items that only added to my life. The results were fewer boxes, more available space in my new home and a happiness with the items that were coming with me. However, the most remarkable thing about working with Anne-Stuart was her total commitment to being there with me. Her expertise and kindness made what seemed an overwhelming task not only fun at times but manageable. The tools I learned working with her, I will carry with me to my new home and beyond.”

— Gail Campanella Snow, New Jersey

“During the pandemic I hired Anne-Stuart Darrell to help me KonMari (organize and figure out what brought me joy) our kitchen.  The bad news is that I live in New York. The good news is that we could work together via Zoom. I wanted to maximize the utility of our small, frequently-used kitchen. Using the KonMari approach, Anne-Stuart directed me as we went through everything in our kitchen. I emptied every nook and cranny of our cabinets and pantry. It was a fantastic and rewarding process. I was able to recapture extra shelves and cabinets by only keeping those items that brought joy. Our kitchen is now beautifully and joyfully organized and much more functional. Throughout the process, Anne-Stuart was incredibly focused and gently kept me on track, as I have a tendency to be easily distracted. She has a special touch and I can’t wait to have Anne-Stuart help us other areas of our home.”

— M. Moran, Harrison, New York