My 2020 Bullet Journal
When I first heard about a bullet journal or BUJO for short…. I realized it was something that I had been doing for a bit - but it just wasn’t as fancy as the others I have seen.
I didn’t have a full index in front, but it was a book that I used to keep myself organized for work and life in general. I had my own ways of knowing what I needed to do, things I wanted to keep track of (like my water intake) and so BUJO was working.
I was not as artsy and did not do alot of doodling unless I was in meetings that didn’t pertain to me. (shhhh)
So, I am starting my 2020 BUJO (yes, I know it’s after New Years) but that’s ok. The good thing is that you can start anytime you want to.
My basic starter items for my bullet journal
Now, you can go down a Pinterest rabbit hole and find so many different checklist that you need or want and that’s a great resource!
It’s how I got interested in adding Hand Lettering to my bullet journal this year - you know...to “girl it up”.
I came across www.twoeasels.com and she had some really great free worksheets that you can use to start practicing if you are a beginner like me. It’s nice to make sure you want to practice before you invest in paying for some of the practice sheets are a bit more difficult. Check out her link HERE.
Hand Lettering Practice Sheets from @twoeasels.com
This is why I have the Crayola Super Tip Markers - they are cheaper than the Tombow brush pens and I can use these while I practice and increase my skill.
I chose the dot paper - but you can use lined paper if you choose. I like to connect the dots and it helps when drawing new things. I liked the blue - it’s similar to the color of the year for 2020 which is Pantonome.
The washi tape is to help decorate the pages if you want - you can use stickers too! I couldn’t realize decide on those and will grab some along the way. My theme normally changes month to month depending on how I am feeling. But this year, I am starting out with the basic black, white and greys. Kind of like a clean slate.
Target and Michaels are having amazing sales - so I have created a list of items that I used for my new bullet journal that you can shop at the bottom of the post - (as with full disclosure they are clickable links and I get a small commission if you purchase them with no cost to you!)
I listed items in my Amazon store in case the stores are sold out and on LikeToKnow.it. Today - I got EVERYTHING on sale or with a coupon. I didn’t pay full price for anything and it cost me under $30!
Happy Journaling!
~Nicole
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