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May 5, 2020

Review of the Plum Paper horizontal lined with notes weekly planner (pros, cons and pen test)

The Plum Paper horizontal lined with notes is one of my favorite planners that I use to pre-plan my week. I’ve talked about this planner quite a bit but realised I’d forgotten to do a post with a review of…

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October 28, 2019

Recollections Mini Weekly Planner Review

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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…

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February 14, 2019

Creative Year Recollections Planner Review (Horizontal Weekly Layout) – Pros & Cons

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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…

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November 28, 2018

Recollections Vertical Hourly Weekly Planner Review (Pros, Cons & Video Walkthrough)

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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…

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October 11, 2018

Recollections Planner Review (Horizontal Weekly Layout) – Pros & Cons

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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…

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September 25, 2018

Trying out the Recollections Vertical Weekly Planner

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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…

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August 23, 2018

Plum Paper Planner Comparison: Colorful versus Neutral (Which is better?)

Plum Paper is one of my all time favorite planner companies! In my last order I purchased my favorite layout (the horizontal lined with notes) in colorful and neutral. It was a good excuse to choose another pretty cover design…

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January 9, 2018

Joyful Heart Planner Review (Pros, Cons & Video Flip Through)

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When Deb, the creator of the Joyful Heart Planner reached out to me about doing a review of the planner, I took one look at the weekly spread and said yes – I’m always on the hunt for more unique weekly spreads…

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October 3, 2017

Similar and Cheaper Alternatives to the Erin Condren Life Planner (Planner Roundup)

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The Erin Condren Life Planner is nice, but in my opinion very over-rated and expensive. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to the E.C. planner in a similar size and layout, here are 7 alternative planners! 1. Plum Paper…

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July 1, 2017

Using the Plum Paper Vertical Weekly Planner (52 Planners in 52 Weeks – Week 17)

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For Week 17 of the 52 Planners in 52 Weeks Challenge I did something I don’t normally do: use a vertical style weekly planner. As someone that used the vertical Erin Condren Life Planner for far too long purely because…

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