Planners are a hot trend right now and hybrid planning takes customizing a planner to a whole new level. The planner trend has really taken off over the past year and for crafty types like myself this has opened a whole new area for creativity. Creating planner pages that fit my current needs as well as a few creative touches keep me motivated to stay organized.Last year, as part of the Documented Life Project, I created my own calendar pages each week. I admit that I felt overwhelmed by always working on the calendar for the current week. This year, I have opted to use a mix of calendar pages and adapt the content to my current needs as I go. This loose option works best for me so that I do not feel stressed about keeping things current. I generally create and print a month of pages in advance, and then embellish the pages as I have time.Some weeks I keep it simple by … [Read more...]
Organize Your Pad: Calendar Planning
This year I set a personal goal to get organized. One thing that was a real mess was our family calendar. Keeping up with a busy schedule for a family of five can be a daunting task. Jotting notes on the dry erase board or the nearest scrap of paper were no longer working. I decided to turn to my digital and hybrid skills to create a planner that was practical, but also pretty. Having a weekly calendar that fit my current style kept me interested in using the planner all year long. I take my planner everywhere and update it often. This small step in organization has been such a great tool.Are you a planner? Do you enjoy giving calendars as gifts? This year is quickly coming to an end and with the new year arriving soon it is time to think about planning ahead. Let's talk calendars! There are so many amazing products available in the store to help you customize your … [Read more...]