Why I Love Planning: Planning looks a little different for everyone, and over time,
I’ve found that using more than
One planner helps me keep life feeling calmer and more joyful.
I use different planners for various
aspects of my life, faith, Website, daily tasks, etc., so nothing feels overwhelming
or gets forgotten.
This page shares the planners I currently use and how I make each one work for me,
in case it helps or inspires you in your own planning journey. I hope it does help.
How I Use My Planners Together
Instead of putting everything into one planner, I used to do this, and I got so overwhelmed with it,
So I came up with separating my planning into categories:
Bible study & faith
Blogging & Website
Daily life, appointments & chores
This system helps me stay focused while still enjoying the creative side of planning.
I will post all my planners and provide information about them.
With pictures, layouts, and so forth. Truthfully, I don’t use many stickers or washi tape.
But stay tuned; I think in the coming weeks I will get some stickers,
washi tape, etc., and try to do some layouts each week.
Yes, I will take pictures and add them here for you. 🙂 This should be fun.
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- Paper Studio Agenda 52 Planner
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Bible Study, Faith Notes & Scripture Writing
This planner is dedicated to my time in the Bible and spiritual growth. It’s a peaceful space where I slow down,
reflect, and spend time in God’s Word.How I use it:
* Bible study notes
* Scripture writing
* Prayer lists & answered prayers
* Bible-related information
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Livewell Planner
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Daily Tasks, Blogging & my website
This planner serves as my primary hub for organizing ideas, content, and daily tasks.
It keeps my thoughts flowing while helping me stay productive.How I use it:* Daily task lists
* Blog post planning
* Content ideas & brainstorming
* Ad and promo planning
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Planner Update: I’ve Switched to a Tula XII Planner!
After much thought, I’ve decided to make a change to my planner! 💜
I have officially switched from my Happy Planner to a Tula XII Planner. I have the XL one,
and right now I have 3 inserts. I need to order the bands, another insert, and a pen.
I’m excited to start this new planning journey. I will post pictures soon.While I enjoyed using my Happy Planner, I felt it was time to try something different that
better fits my current planning style and organizational needs. One of the things I love about
planning is that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. What works well during one season
of life may change over time, and that’s perfectly okay.I’m looking forward to exploring all the features, layouts, and accessories that
Tula XII has to offer. I’ll be using my planner to help organize my blog,
website content, social media, projects, goals, and everyday tasks.As I spend more time with my new planner, I’ll be sharing my thoughts, tips,
favorite accessories, and honest reviews right here on Crafting Lifestyles by Mary.
If you’re a fellow planner lover, be sure to follow along!
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Have you ever switched planner brands? I’d love to hear what planner you’re currently using
and what you love most about it.
Happy Planning! 🌸💜
Here is an unboxing of my planner and putting it together, Tula XII
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I just got more inserts for my planner and a few other things 🙂
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Where to buy the planners I use!
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I found this video of a flip-through I did of a Happy Planner 2023 🙂
Flip-through of the Style Life Planner
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🖊️ Planner Supplies I Love
Some of my favorite planner supplies include:
* Sticker books
* Washi tape
* Mildliners and highlighters
* Pens and markers
* Sticky notes and tabs
I enjoy using soft pastels, cozy colors, and simple decorative elements.
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Planner sizes
Planner Spreads & Inspiration
In this section, you’ll find planner inspiration, such as:
* Weekly planner spreads
This is before the pen on week 13 – 19th of July
* Monthly planner setups
* Seasonal planning ideas
* Functional and decorative layouts
bands to hold staple-bound booklets featuring layouts such as weekly calendars, to-do
tracking, and goal planning.
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- Weekly & Daily Spreads: Month-on-two-pages or week-on-two-pages formats
providing ample writing space comparable to a standard composition notebook.
- Weekly & Daily Spreads: Month-on-two-pages or week-on-two-pages formats
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- Productivity Trackers: Specialized booklets like the To Do Now & Later or
Tropical Leaves Social Media Tracker inserts.
- Productivity Trackers: Specialized booklets like the To Do Now & Later or
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- Lifestyle & Hobbies: Custom additions for meal planning, fitness logs, budgeting,
and Bible study.
- Lifestyle & Hobbies: Custom additions for meal planning, fitness logs, budgeting,
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- Elastic Band System: Slide booklets directly over the central elastic strings instead
of using rings, making it easy to swap or remove individual sections.
- Elastic Band System: Slide booklets directly over the central elastic strings instead
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- Decoration: Enhance large XL pages using sticker kits, seasonal deco sets like
Spring Breeze, or washi tape to add color without sacrificing writing space.
- Decoration: Enhance large XL pages using sticker kits, seasonal deco sets like
Simple & Cozy Planning Tips
* Keep layouts simple and flexible
* Avoid overfilling your pages
* Leave space for rest and downtime
* Use realistic, achievable checklists
* Adjust your system when it no longer works
Your planner should support you—not add stress.
Help Me Out
Planner FAQ
What type of planner do you use?
I primarily use paper planners, including the Paper Studio Agenda 52 planner for blog planning
and the Livewell 2026 planning calendar for everyday life.
Do I need a decorative planner to be organized?
Not at all. Decorative elements are optional. A simple, functional layout can be just as effective.
How often do you update the content in your planner?
I update this page and related blog posts regularly with new spreads, tips, and reviews.
Are your planner recommendations beginner-friendly?
Yes. I focus on gentle, realistic planning that works for beginners and experienced planners alike.
Stay Connected
Be sure to check back often for inspiration and updates.
Thank you for visiting my planner page and planning along with me.
Planner Information – Here is where I keep all the planner information,
including details about the planners themselves.
Planner Accessory Must-Haves – I did a page on all the must-haves for Planner accessories!
