I just can't wait any longer.... I had been planning for some time to share this with you for the new year, however 2011 is just around the corner... a mere 6 weeks away and I think we need to start now!
I need organisation in my life and this year I have been trying out a few different systems to keep me organised, tidy and focused. As I love to journal and keep track of my projects, tasks goals and achievements, I was looking for an easy peasy way to keep everything together, close at hand for daily access.
Well the result was
SOMETHING I called
'My Crafty Journal' and I would love to start sharing it with you! Not only is it a place to journal, it's a calendar, an organiser, a chronical, a log book, a filing system, a notebook, a memory keeper, a project planner and more in one complete package.
It works for me, and I'm sure
'My Crafty Journal' can work for you too!
I know we are already well into November, but there is no better time than now to start setting up your journal and getting in the habit of utilizing it day by day.
The best news is am going to help you every step of the way!
To begin......
YOU WILL NEED...an A4 size 2 or 3 ring binder, what ever you prefer. My choice is one with clear plastic insertion pockets on the outer sides and spine and half pockets on the inside like this. Of course you can use any folder you choose and decorate accordingly or make a fabric slip cover to show off your craftyness.
OR you can use the print outs I have created for you!
YOU WILL ALSO NEED... a home printer, A4 copy paper, cardstock or page dividers, plastic protector sleeves, paper trimmer or scissors, glue and anything else you can think of to make this work for you.
I like to use 190gsm Colour Copy paper ~ Yes brand is a good choice, or Epson or Cannon Matt Photo paper around 170gsm for printing the dividers, tags and calendar pages. Pages can be printed in black and white, draft or colour whatever your preference.
THE REST IS EASY..
simply download the first first set of pages I have design to share with you and print them out!. If your printer is capable of duplex printing you may like to use that feature to print both back and front of the pages, or you can do single sided prints and use the reverse plain side for attaching notes, photos, clips or cuttings etc. It's totally up to you. All pages have been designed for punching holes on either the left or right side of the page... except for the calender.
WHAT YOU WILL GET... practical, well designed pages for you to use daily, weekly and monthly throughout the year to create your very own 'My Crafty Journal'. They will include pages for journaling, planning projects, tags and labels, tabs for page dividers, a monthly calendar that can also be used as a wall planner, to do lists and so much more! PLUS there will be lots of ongoing tips to help you use your journal effectively throughout the year.
WHEN WILL THIS START.. Right now! JUST CLICK HERE FOR THE LINK in pdf format for your very own
'My Crafty Journal' with November pages, inserts for the covers of your binder, plus labels and tags to make page dividers. You will also receive a bonus 12 X 12 paper jpg file!
*88MOST IMPORTANTLY...Please leave a comment if you are grabbing the download and feel free to ask any questions or make suggestions along the way.
Over the coming days, weeks and months as we move into 2011, there will be more pages and pieces for you to collect and use in your journal. I truly hope that you will enjoy using your '
My Crafty Journal' as much as I do, and book mark or follow my blog for future installments and lots of other crafty goodness!
.....I will actually be back tomorrow with ideas on how to use the pages and elements in your first installment.
xxox Deb