You know that feeling when life gets so busy that your planner turns into this chaotic mess of scribbled notes and highlighters? Ugh, I feel that deep in my bones! I’ve been on this quest to craft a creative planner for my appointments, something that not only keeps me organized but also sparks joy and a bit of inspiration. I mean, why can’t my to-do lists feel a little more like art and a little less like chores, right? Remember that time you missed a friend’s birthday because you lost track of the date? Yeah, that hit hard! I want a planner that not only tells me what I have to do but makes me feel excited about it too—one that feels personal, even a little magical. Is it too much to ask for a touch of whimsy in my everyday grind?
Items You’ll Need
- Planner Notebook
- Pens
- Sticky Notes
- Highlighters
- Stickers
- Ruler
- Laptop or Tablet
- Calendar App
- Printable Planner Templates
- Art Supplies
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather My Supplies
First, I lay out all my supplies: my planner notebook, a variety of pens in different colors, sticky notes, highlighters, stickers, a ruler, my laptop, some printable planner templates, and my art supplies. Everything is ready for me to start crafting!
Step 2: Choose a Theme
I decide on a theme for my creative planner. It could be something that inspires me, like a seasonal theme or even my favorite colors. I pick a summer sunset theme with warm oranges and yellows!
Step 3: Create a Layout
Using my ruler, I draw out the basic layout for my planner pages. I make sure to leave spaces for appointments, to-do lists, and notes. I sketch it lightly with a pencil first.
Step 4: Transfer to Final Page
Once I'm happy with my layout, I take one of my colorful pens and go over the pencil lines, adding playful touches as I go. Each section is labeled clearly, so I know exactly where to place my appointments.
Step 5: Add Seasonal Decorations
Now it's time to make it pretty! I use my stickers to add small, themed decorations around the margins. I find some cute sun and beach stickers that fit my summer theme!
Step 6: Highlight Important Dates
I look at my calendar app for any important upcoming dates. Once I have them, I use my highlighters to mark those days in my planner. Bright yellow for birthdays and light blue for events!
Step 7: Create Fun Notes Sections
I grab my sticky notes and create fun notes sections where I can jot down ideas or inspiration. I stick them randomly around the planner pages, making sure they fit the theme.
Step 8: Personalize with Artwork
With my art supplies, I draw small doodles in the corners of my pages. I add little suns, waves, and smiley faces to match my theme. This makes it truly my own!
Step 9: Print Templates
I use my laptop to find printable planner templates that match my style. After printing, I cut them out and paste them into my planner where needed, enhancing the overall aesthetic.
Step 10: Set Up a Monthly Overview
Finally, I dedicate one or two pages to a monthly overview. I sketch out a small calendar grid where I can write all my monthly appointments and events at a glance.
Step 11: Enjoy and Use My Planner
Now that my planner is all set up and beautiful, I can't wait to start using it! Each week, I’ll sit down with my planner, add new appointments, and keep it fun and engaging.