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Junk journaling looks like it needs a cupboard full of supplies. It does not. Most of what you see in a finished spread is paper you already had, held down by three or four things you actually bought. Here is the short list, in the order it is worth buying.The four things you genuinely need1. Something to bind. A book to work in. This can be a bound notebook, or loose pages held on discs so you can add and reorder as you go.2. Something to hold the loose bits. Ticket stubs, tags, offcuts and photos need somewhere to live,...

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Scripture writing is copying Bible passages out by hand, one a day. Here is what you need, how to do it, and a free 31-day plan you can start today.

How many Bible tabs you need by canon, and the step-by-step method for getting all sixty-six on straight, evenly spaced and stuck down for good.

Not sure what Bible journaling supplies you actually need? Here's the short list of essentials — tabs, stickers, a vellum pocket, and washi tape — plus a few tips before you start your first spread.

Most people discover disc-bound systems for daily planning, but the same flexibility that makes discs great for a planner makes them just as useful for a dozen other projects. If you've got a punch and a few discs sitting around, here are some creative ways to put them to work beyond your everyday planner. Build a recipe book that actually grows with you A disc-bound recipe book solves the biggest annoyance with traditional recipe binders: you can add a new recipe anywhere in the stack instantly, pull out one that didn't work, and reorder sections by cuisine or meal type...

One of the most common questions we get about planner discs is simple: "will these actually work with my planner?" Disc sizing isn't perfectly standardized across brands, so it's worth understanding how compatibility actually works before you order. Here's what you need to know. Why disc compatibility varies by brand Unlike ring binders, which are governed by a handful of universal ring sizes, disc-bound systems were popularized by a few different brands independently, each with slightly different disc diameters and punch patterns. That means a disc from one brand isn't always a perfect match for pages punched for another. The...

If you already have a ring binder planner you love the layout of, you don't have to give it up to switch to disc-bound. With the right punch and a set of discs, you can convert your existing setup in one sitting. Here's exactly how to do it. Step 1: Choose your disc size Before you punch anything, decide on your disc size. Our 28mm discs hold roughly 120 pages with front and back covers, while our 32mm discs hold closer to 160. If you're converting a fairly full binder, size up to 32mm so you're not stuck removing content...

If you're choosing a new planner system, you've probably noticed there are really three main contenders: ring binders, spiral-bound notebooks, and disc-bound planners. Each has real trade-offs, and the "best" one depends entirely on how you actually plan. Here's an honest breakdown to help you choose. Ring binders: flexible, but bulky Ring binders let you add, remove, and rearrange pages freely, which is their biggest strength. The downside is bulk: the rings themselves take up space, pages can tear at the punched holes over time, and larger binders get heavy fast. They also don't lay flat as easily as other...

You don't need to buy a pre-made sticker kit to have a cohesive planning setup. With a blank notepad, a few sticker sheets, and about twenty minutes, you can build a custom kit that's tailored exactly to how you actually plan. Here's how to do it yourself. Step 1: Start with a blank base Pick a plain notepad as your foundation, something with enough pages that you won't run out mid-project. Our Pastel Perfection Notepad and Get It Done Notepad both work well as a base layer for a DIY kit since their clean layouts leave room to build around....

If you're shopping for someone who always has a book going and a stack of "to be read" titles waiting their turn, a few well-chosen stationery pieces can be a genuinely great gift. Here are some of our favorites for the reader in your life who also loves to journal. A mug that says it out loud Our Books Are My Social Life mug and I'd Rather Be Home Finishing Up My TBR Pile mug are perfect for the reader who would genuinely rather stay home with a book than go out. They're a low-effort, high-impact gift that gets used...

Loose stickers and washi tape have a way of taking over a bag, drawer, or planner pocket if you don't have a system for them. Bent sticker sheets and unraveling tape rolls aren't just annoying, they're avoidable. Here's how to actually keep your collection in good shape. Use a laminated pouch for sticker sheets Full sticker sheets get bent and creased more easily than almost anything else in a planner kit, so they need their own home. Our laminated vellum sticker pouches, like the Moon and Stars Laminated Vellum Sticker Pouch and Rainbow Heart Laminated Vellum Sticker Pouch, are laminated...

Staring at a blank monthly spread is one of the most common reasons people give up on sticker planning before they even get started. You don't need dozens of sticker sheets or an elaborate system to make a month look put together. Here are five simple layouts that work well for beginners, using just a couple of sticker sets each. 1. Dates only, clean and simple The easiest layout to start with is also the most functional: just drop a set of Monthly Date Stickers onto your calendar grid and stop there. No decorating required. This layout is ideal if...

Washi tape is one of the easiest ways to make a planner spread feel more finished, and you don't need any special skill to use it well. If you've got a roll sitting in a drawer and aren't sure where to start, here are ten simple ways to put it to work. 1. Frame your week Run a strip of tape along the top or side of your weekly spread to create a clean border. Our Moon and Star Holographic Foil Washi Tape adds a subtle shimmer that catches the light without overwhelming the page. 2. Divide your days Use...

Scroll through any planner community online and you'll hear these two words constantly: functional and decorative. If you're new to stickers, it's easy to assume they're just two names for the same thing. They're not, and knowing the difference will help you build a spread that actually works for you instead of one that just looks nice in photos. What "functional" stickers actually do Functional stickers carry information. They mark a date, a task, a habit, or a reminder, and they replace handwriting so your planner stays fast to fill in and easy to scan at a glance. Our Monthly...

If your planner is still stuck in summer mode, it's time for a spooky-cute refresh. We pulled together our favorite ghost-themed pieces (all in stock right now) to help you build a Halloween spread that's equal parts functional and adorable, whether you're decorating a weekly layout, organizing loose stickers, or just want your desk to feel like October. Start with a sticker sheet Every good planner spread starts with stickers. Our Spooky Boo-Cute Ghost Sticker Sheet is a matte, high-quality sheet sized for planners, journals, scrapbooks, laptops, or happy mail. Pair it with the Cute Ghost Coffee Drinker Die Cut...

If you're new to disc-bound planning, the rings (or "discs") holding everything together can feel confusing at first. What size do you need? Does the shape matter? How many discs come in a set? Here's a straightforward guide to help you pick the right planner discs the first time. What are planner discs, exactly? Planner discs are the plastic rings that hold disc-bound planner pages, notebooks, and journals together. Unlike a spiral or ring binder, a disc-bound system lets you pop pages in and out anytime, so you can rearrange, add, or remove sections without any tools. All you need...