If you follow my blog you’ve probably noticed I don’t do ‘traditional’ weekly spreads – I tend to just use different forms of checklists. These are my go-to tools for making lists: 1. Discbound notebook If I could only use…
50 Cleaning task reminders to add to your planner
January means you’re probably setting up your planner for the year, doing your future log for the months ahead etc. One thing I found myself often forgetting to schedule into my planner… definitely not deliberately… was cleaning tasks. Below are…
Weekly Planning with Happy Planner Inserts and no weekly spread
This week was my first week back from almost 7 weeks away in Europe. Since the whole week would be nothing but lists and crossing things off a to do list, I didn’t even bother with a weekly spread, I…
Recollections Mini Weekly Planner Review
One of the last Recollections planners on my list to review is the mini version! Quick facts Size: 4.75″ wide x 6.75″ high. Laminated cardstock cover Coil binding Dates at a glance page 2 page Monthly calendar (starts on Sunday) 2…
Using an expired weekly planner (Eccolo horizontal weekly + notes layout)
I’ve never been able to stick to using just 1 planner for an entire year… Which means I have a lot of expired planners in my bookcase. Not to worry, a few quick changes and I can use those planners…
50 Themes for your planner or bullet journal spreads
If your planner or bullet journal spreads are getting too same-same, here are some ideas! Colors Using a multi-colored washi tape is a great prompt / done-for-you color schemes. Highlighters can convert a plain spread into colorful. 1 color, 2 colors,…
Creative Year Recollections Planner Review (Horizontal Weekly Layout) – Pros & Cons
I previously did a review of the horizontal Recollections weekly planner but wasn’t too impressed with it. However, the designs for this year are much nicer – including the updated horizontal version – so let’s take a look! Quick facts…
DIY Tutorial: How to Print and Assemble Your Own Planner
If you’ve looked everywhere and can’t find the perfect planner for you – it’s time to DIY your own! 1. What printables do you need? Some of the printables you might want to add to your planner: Budget printables Checklists…
7 Mistakes to avoid when setting up a new planner
So you’ve bought a new planner… now don’t make these mistakes! 7 Mistakes when setting up a new planner 1. Planning the same way everyone else is You’ve probably seen those pretty, no white space, lots of color and ‘stuff’ happening…
Recollections Vertical Hourly Weekly Planner Review (Pros, Cons & Video Walkthrough)
The Recollections Planners from Michael’s are very similar to the Erin Condren planners but with a much more affordable price tag (and nicer colors). There are more and more cover options, sizes and layouts each year. I’ve previously reviewed the…
Recollections Planner Review (Horizontal Weekly Layout) – Pros & Cons
After seeing the Recollections Planner all over the internet I really wanted the horizontal version! Quick facts Size: 7.5″ x 9.25″ high Coil binding Laminated cardstock cover (multiple designs to choose from) Dates at a glance Important dates Contacts Different…
Trying out the Recollections Vertical Weekly Planner
So I know I’ve said on numerous occasions that I hate vertical planners.. but I didn’t have much to plan this week so opted for a decorative spread… in a vertical planner. Before the Pen The recollections planner reminds me…