Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. Opinions shared are mine.
In college, my friend Laura had a BIG planner that she carried everywhere. She called it “My Life” and it wasn’t too far from the truth. As my life became more multi-dimensional — mother, teacher, wife, blogger — the need for a user-friendly planner became a big priority. Whether you’re trying to keep up with doctor appointments or applying for scholarships, it’s so important to stay on top of important dates.
Over the years I’ve used many planning strategies. I’ve used Erin Condren planners, thin pocketbook planners, bullet journals….they’ve all worked well in their own ways. For me, though, part of organizational success comes from great planner accessories. These little goodies make it fun to USE my planner, therefore I want to write in it more often.
Pretty pens have always been my writing downfall. Colors, grippers, and smooth ink have me gazing in the stationary aisle like a kid wandering around F.A.O. Schwartz. My favorite pens are Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens and Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Retractable Pens. These styles offer beautiful colors at an affordable price. The InkJoy Gel pens dry almost instantly, so no more smudging! These pens are also easy to hold which is important when you spend hours grading essays and student papers.
My childhood love of stickers has never quite gotten out of my system. Lucky for me, there are plenty of grown up stickers available! Make your planner happy by using sticky flags and washi tape stickers. These make your pages pop, drawing your attention to big events. You can also use these to tape in special items like photos or receipts.
It might seem shallow, but a pretty planner makes all the difference for me. I can deal with pages and overall size, but if the planner itself isn’t attractive, I don’t want to use it. I like the sites that allow you to make a customized cover, but those aren’t always budget friendly. A composition book works well as a bullet journal, and you can easily find these for as little as $1.
What are your favorite planner accessories?
me & my BIG ideas Create 365 The Happy Planner Important Sticky Notes
I like the Me & my BIG ideas Create 365 The Happy Planner Important Sticky Notes .
There were a lot of great planner accessories. I like the Me and My Big Ideas Planner Pouch.
I love the Fineliner Color Pen Set,0.38mm Colored Fine Line Point,Assorted Colors,10-Count. I think that I’m treating myself to these little darlings. They are $5.78.
The happy planner wash sticker pacm
I like this me & my BIG ideas Create 365 The Happy Planner Note and Graph Paper, 7×9-Inch
Thanks so much for joining the hop! Being able to use fun pens and other accessories is one of my favorite parts of planning!
-Lauren
I need both the Me and My big ideas expander rings and the hole punch.
I like the me & my Big Ideas Create 365 The Happy Planner Washi Sticker Pack, 5 Sheets.
I LOVE paper planners but I’m only recently getting into the idea of making my planner more like a journal. I did a bullet journal this year, and just bought a Happy Planner for 2018. I like the idea of making it look pretty/making it a keepsake, while also having it be functional, like I NEED it to be. I would get some accessories for my Happy planner for sure! 🙂
I love colorful pens, is what I use most on my planner. I like the gel pens. 🙂
Great post!
I like the me and my big ideas planner punch!
I like the me & my BIG ideas Striped Storage Case Planner
I like Heidi Swapp Memory Planner Large Gold Foil Stripes Planner 122 Piece
I love the Happy Mind Happy Life and the Always Believe in Yourself planner! The journal pens are awesome too!
I’d love to get those carpe diem planner essentials mini stickers or some more washi tape!
me & my BIG ideas Create 365 The Happy Planner Expander Rings, Pink.
I like the Laws of Attraction Success Planner because Success! Success! Success!
Colourful positive theme, very nice to look at. I like the pens.
I love to use sparkly pens when I write in a planner.
Love to have these looks nice
I’d like to have this: me & my BIG ideas BOX-116 Create 365 The Happy Planner Box Kit 12 Month Undated, Big Rainbow Foil (Horizontal)
I Love my planner & I love to decorate it! 🙂
This would really help me get organized. Love the colorful pens
(Make your planner happy with these goodies) I like that you can pick out your own cover of the planner book, the cute stickers, and those awesome colored markers too.
I love pretty pens and paper! I like to make to-do lists with color!
Bright & fun pens, they make categorizing easier.
I like variety and that goes for book covers, clothes, shoes, pens, etc. I’m not a huge fan of stickers, but my grandkids are – so I keep some on hand to decorate their birthday cards and other cards that I give them. They like them. Variety is the spice of life!