How to Create Your First Planner Spread - Avoiding Overwhelm for Beginners

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  • Опубликовано: 25 янв 2025

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  • @kenzielogic9405
    @kenzielogic9405 4 года назад +94

    I actually got into planning because of your videos. I fell down the YT rabbit hole one night and somehow found you and was like "What is this planner stuff all about?" and two days later I left Michaels with a classic vertical planner, the Essentials and Basics sticker books and a tube of washi. I watched every single Planner 101 video you did, but it took me a good three months to work up the courage to even comment to you because even though you are so friendly and open, I'm a bit of a wallflower. This was back in September of last year. Even though I'm no longer a beginner it is SO helpful to go back and watch this playlist and videos like this because it's kind of all overwhelming at first and you miss stuff or forget stuff, so it's nice to be reminded of the basics. They're even helpful if you find yourself having "planner's block". (Is that a thing? I feel like it's a thing. lol) Thank you for introducing me into this wonderful world and for providing such amazing instructions and inspiration. You often say we have no idea how important we are to you, but Mary Ellen, you honestly have no idea how important YOU are to us. 💜

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +9

      Kenzie Logic thank you so much!! This is really great to hear. ❤️

    • @walkingwiththelord777
      @walkingwiththelord777 Год назад +2

      Kenzie, I second everything you said. I happened upon a memory journaling video and wanted to try that and that somehow led me to Planning with Bumble and after watching one video, I couldn't stop.
      I held off on buying a planner for a couple of months because I wasn't sure if I would follow through and I didn't want more "stuff" laying around but last week I finally bought two planners on clearance and I'm so excited to get started.
      Last week was my birthday so for my first spread I want to go back and do last week for my birthday.

    • @GloriaSkipper
      @GloriaSkipper Год назад

      I wanted to start planning and found you almost immediately and, man, I just LOVE your spreads! I’ve invested in a planner (starts 2024) & a few sticker books and I’m ready to begin BUT……I’m truly scared to lay it down! 😂😂 how many times have I watched this video!?

  • @soverycarrie8834
    @soverycarrie8834 4 года назад +34

    When I did horizontal style, I used the top row for "At Home" items, the second for "To Go" activities, and the third for "Journaling". That way I stayed more focused on what my day would be. But it's wonderful that everyone can figure out what works for them! Love my Happy Planner.

  • @nativelady5
    @nativelady5 4 года назад +24

    Thank you this was very informative for beginners. I bought the planner and a couple of sticker books and got overwhelmed and they just sat where I put them down. I now want to try it out.

  • @beverlystotz5652
    @beverlystotz5652 4 года назад +9

    I started out in the classic teacher planner because I thought I needed the "sections". After a few weeks of having to redate and not really having enough stuff for the sections, I realized this was not the layout for me! Of course I'm still in it but have supplemented printable formats throughout. My new planner that starts in July is the classic dashboard. I have found that I "fit" in it best. It gives me space to decorate and still provides function, but since I'm retired, I don't need massive space for "things". I started this journey in August 2019 and trust me, I've learned so much from you over the months, even without this video!!

  • @Lemetria35
    @Lemetria35 4 года назад +18

    I actually like your first planner pages because I like to write in my planner

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +5

      LemetriaBH I always write in my planner!

    • @biggirlchronicles365
      @biggirlchronicles365 4 года назад

      😆

    • @kelil1750
      @kelil1750 3 года назад +4

      I think the decorative aspect overrides the functional aspect. For what I need is decor, yes, but for it to be functional more so.

    • @SemekiIzuio
      @SemekiIzuio 2 года назад +2

      Old comments but what I've seen majority of these youtubers mask the use of their planner with decor and only buy these planners to decorate them with one or two things written in 5 boxes out of 12. So basically they are decorating on a more expensive paper book 🤣

  • @carah444
    @carah444 3 года назад +4

    I’ve been a Happy Planner for a few years now and follow you for your creativity and style. I learn so much from watching your videos. This is a great refresher video. Thank you!👍🌻

  • @PersonalizeMyPlanner
    @PersonalizeMyPlanner 4 года назад +5

    Thank you so much for sharing your first planner spread with us! It was really inspiring to see how far you've come with practice. I'm always blown away by your planner spreads- they are gorgeous! 👏

  • @kerrireinholt1702
    @kerrireinholt1702 4 года назад +6

    Just starting my planner journey and enjoy your videos so much! You give me a lot of hope that I can, someday, create the beautiful spreads you do! Thought this video was super helpful.

  • @catherinemccallen7982
    @catherinemccallen7982 4 года назад +13

    Love you right now for thinking about what sorts of videos would be useful and encouraging for all of us planners stuck at home right now lol!! I have been trying different spread ideas and just having fun with it recently since actual plans have become so limited ❤️

  • @hobbsheather8057
    @hobbsheather8057 3 года назад +5

    Can someone explain where you find time to do all this? I need a planner because I'm busy. I don't have time to sticker.
    Can you show the planner being used practically?

    • @Savannahbakly
      @Savannahbakly 2 года назад +3

      Exactly! I’m super confused about why all the stickers are used. Seems a bit of a waste of time and pointless. If someone wants to do stickers then how about a scrap book. I use my planner to plan things and not dink around to make it look all aesthetic

    • @unachica7162
      @unachica7162 6 месяцев назад

      Search for functional planning. I decorate when I'm done and when I feel like it, which is not often. I don't mind boring. Color coding helps.

  • @debpritjay
    @debpritjay 9 дней назад

    Thanks so much I’m new and these have given me great ideas and start up.

  • @miniscenesgb
    @miniscenesgb Год назад

    Great video :) I had no idea planning could be so creative. New subscriber

  • @walkingwiththelord777
    @walkingwiththelord777 Год назад

    Honestly, Mary Ellen, if my first spread is as good as your first spread I would be happy. But hopefully it will be even better because I have such a good coach! You make the best spreads.

  • @breebeal3344
    @breebeal3344 5 месяцев назад

    This was a very helpful video! I learned a lot from watching this. Thank you. And my planner looks amazing now 🙂🦋💜

  • @TheMoodyHouse
    @TheMoodyHouse 2 года назад

    I love your spreads. I've been Journaling since I was 11 years old. I save them all but I'm not sure why.

  • @missbilbybadinage1199
    @missbilbybadinage1199 3 года назад

    I’ve watched plenty of these type of videos, plan with me’s, etc (mostly to decide which planner I like best) and so far your 1st without stickers (1:56) is one of my favourites, I like very little clutter.

  • @UFOCrochet
    @UFOCrochet 3 года назад

    Thank you so much!!! I would have had no idea where to begin on how to decorate without your video.

  • @korichamberlain
    @korichamberlain 3 года назад +45

    But see, your very first spread looks like an actual planner, with real to-do lists and notes and such. Some of your eleaberate scrap book style layouts are beautiful, but there's so little space for information that it's hard to imagine that it's functional. I'm sure it is for you, since you made it, so you know where you put your lists and such, but theses early ones look more like what I'm after. No need to talk them down, they might be exactly what some of us need.

    • @Secondhandmomdotcom
      @Secondhandmomdotcom 2 года назад +11

      Here spreads are amazing but I would never get work done if I spent that much time making it so pretty.

  • @mmcneil-smith2890
    @mmcneil-smith2890 Год назад

    Hoping this doesn't sound corny though am speaking from my creative heart. While listening to this video initially I felt inspired to do a creative spread for my family's memory book (done in my vertical big). Fast forward to multiple times later repeating this video , I felt so much courageous to try putting stickers down on paper. This morning I completed my first decorative spread in my family's book and am so happy with the results. Thank you Mary Ellen for teaching us in the community. Thank you for inspiring us. And ultimately making us feel we can do this hobby well. You are amazing! Have a wonderful day!

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  Год назад +1

      Not corny at all, such a nice comment. Glad I can help and inspire you! Thanks so much for watching!! ❤️

  • @walkingwiththelord777
    @walkingwiththelord777 Год назад

    Yay! I got my Planning with Bumble fix today! Thank you! This was very helpful. I mentioned in another comment that I got two planners. Hopefully I can do my first spread soon.

  • @elizabethmarie9023
    @elizabethmarie9023 3 года назад +3

    I had to buy an extension pack to start mine in June because it went from July to July. I accidentally bought a fitness extention, so I'm using stickers scrapbook paper and washi tape to change the layout to vertical. It looks great 👍 thanks for all the ideas 💡

  • @peggyhoogstoel2208
    @peggyhoogstoel2208 2 года назад +2

    It is so helpful to hear your train of thoughts when planning. This year is my first year of planning ... and I bought a planner that isn't really allowing for much creativity with stickers (I won't mention the brand because I don't want to be negative about anything ... positive vibes only), but next year it is HAPPY PLANNER all the way (if I can wait that long ... ) :-)

    • @peggyhoogstoel2208
      @peggyhoogstoel2208 2 года назад

      And I couldn’t wait for that long 😂 I got myself not 1 but 2 HP (welness planner and a dashboard layout) and a Happy Notes … and I am loving it! Finding ways to use my spreads so they would bring value to my life took me a few weeks, but I am happy with what I have going right now.

  • @V.I.C.
    @V.I.C. 4 года назад +3

    This was EXTREMELY helpful!! Thank you soooo much for sharing this love!! 😁😁

  • @giakingbeauty
    @giakingbeauty 4 года назад +3

    This was really helpful to me because i couldn’t decorate a vertical spread even if this is now i bullet journaled prior to shifting to happy planner. I’m currently using a dashboard and horizontal layout. Now, i think i can tackle the vertical again. Thanks! :)

  • @sabinerie
    @sabinerie 4 года назад

    Today my first Happy Planner arrived. I am so happy with it. Now I have to watch your videos and get inspirations. From Germany best wishes, Sabine.

  • @planandtravelwithdumont9967
    @planandtravelwithdumont9967 4 года назад +2

    I definitely became a fan of your videos. Thank you and I am already following you on Instagram. 😊 I could hear cute lil Bumble.

  • @QuieroCake
    @QuieroCake 3 года назад +2

    I like sticker planning but I rather write.. looks very pretty though.

  • @tinaferguson672
    @tinaferguson672 3 года назад +2

    I actually like your early pages as well. I like those early stickers.

  • @bubenspitzle
    @bubenspitzle 3 года назад +2

    Hey Mary Ellen, I just finished your beginner playlist! Thank you for these extensive tips and instructions, it helps me a lot! Based on your experiences, I bought my Happy Planner and some accessories 😊. It's a little more difficult and the selection isn't that huge here in Germany, but you showed me that this isn't all that dramatic because I can change everything about my planner that I don't like 😅. Thank you for the inspiration!

  • @meganfackenthal3116
    @meganfackenthal3116 4 года назад +4

    Awh, your first spread was not bad!! Also, the dog in your introduction is sooo cute! I love your videos but I would watch your videos for that dog alone ;)

  • @millionairemama1311
    @millionairemama1311 3 года назад

    I am new to the planner world, a little less than a month. I have been binge watching all your videos. I love how you put things together. ❤️ I think I am going to follow a “step by step” as you create one of your spreads. You are super talented!

  • @kathygermack1990
    @kathygermack1990 4 года назад +1

    BUT.....You have beautiful writing, printing AND you can draw!!!!! I can barely draw a stick figure!!! LOL Not kidding. You're so, so talented!!!! I am learning so much from you, but the writing part... You are meant to do this!!!! Xo

  • @thoughtsofhamp8692
    @thoughtsofhamp8692 4 года назад

    Hi there Mary Ellen...thanks for inspiring me. I had stop using my planner because it was so overwhelming to me n my mind was going faster than my hands...lol. So, I divorced the planner a while. This break down was VERY!! Helpful. Thanks. Gv Bumble huges n kisses please...lol

  • @nykkelly9459
    @nykkelly9459 4 года назад +5

    I'd consider myself a life long beginner. I don't have the eye you gals do...but I adore your videos!!!♡♡♡

  • @christyb7455
    @christyb7455 4 года назад +3

    This is great information for beginners or maybe even people that just feel stuck!! Lol thought the doodle was mug of beer!!😂 Thank you for another super useful video!❤

  • @tammmygraves4317
    @tammmygraves4317 Год назад

    Your first spread I loved it ❤!! I wished that I could be that creative!

  • @calamity716
    @calamity716 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for another great video....and I have been watching commercials ads now too :)

  • @shar6310
    @shar6310 2 года назад

    I like how you know which sticker book has the things you need. I just bought a HP and it's so pretty, I love it. I didn't see your video until the actual planner said to look on YT, Instagram etc..for more info and tips. Looking at your Planners for Beginner's I should of bought a dashboard because that's more my style for planning but I really love the one I bought which is the vertical(thanks to you I now know the different types💃).... Im going to try it! Thank you for your help! You have great ideas and tips. I love your Demostrations.

  • @jurienafrans3328
    @jurienafrans3328 4 года назад +1

    This is a very good video for newbies. 💖💖💖

  • @Solaeandcraft
    @Solaeandcraft Год назад

    I’ve always loved the idea of this and this was amazing explanation

  • @kimpedroli8183
    @kimpedroli8183 4 года назад +2

    Thank you! Very helpful to me being fairly new! Love your channel!

  • @karenposselt8275
    @karenposselt8275 3 года назад

    Thanks for all of the creative ideas! I hadn’t seen it done this way before.

  • @LatriceSteward2015
    @LatriceSteward2015 4 года назад +4

    I put stickers in the box but I don’t use too many stickers I write a lot in mines but I want to decorate more

  • @andudontstopyo
    @andudontstopyo 4 года назад +5

    I use washi tape all the time. I think it helps the spreads pop and brings more of the colors you want to promote in your spread. I think this beginners spreads looks fantastic.

    • @walkingwiththelord777
      @walkingwiththelord777 Год назад

      I've been doing Dollar Tree planner spreads to practice and I've been using only washi. I think I'll be someone who uses washi a lot

  • @monacunningham2776
    @monacunningham2776 4 года назад

    I just found your videos. They are great 🐱.I saw Va appointment in your planner. I'm a veteran too. I was in the Air Force and the Navy. I went to your Amazon page. I liked the stencil. Thanks, Mona from Saint Louis

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +1

      Thank you for your service. I’m not a vet but my Kate husband was a navy SEAL

    • @monacunningham2776
      @monacunningham2776 4 года назад

      @@PlanningwithBumble Wow that's so cool. Merry Christmas to you both!

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад

      @@monacunningham2776 oops that was a typo. It should have said late husband, not Kate husband. Lol. Thank you though. Merry Christmas!

  • @brendanieves5522
    @brendanieves5522 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for this! It's so helpful and encouraging! 😊👍Especially since it's hard to stay motivated to do much at all these days❤️

  • @Nedecha
    @Nedecha 3 года назад +1

    Thank you, this was very helpful 😊

  • @katheysplan3833
    @katheysplan3833 4 года назад +1

    👋🏼 Mary Ellen... who made Bumble mad, she has been barking the whole time😆😍. Awesome spread as always!

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +2

      Kat's Creations haha who knows! It’s the neighbor dogs, typically

  • @Chroniclesofacashstuffingirl
    @Chroniclesofacashstuffingirl 3 года назад

    Lol I already have a TON of washi tape I bought for other crafts so I'll definitely have plenty to choose from for my planner. Good video thanks 😊💕

  • @brendawilliams1975
    @brendawilliams1975 2 года назад

    This was very helpful. Thank you😊

  • @obarraguarido
    @obarraguarido 4 года назад +17

    Me: I dont own a single sticker book
    Also me: I wach your videos as if they were going to ask their content in an exam
    😂😂

  • @Vintagecomfort
    @Vintagecomfort 4 года назад

    I'm new to planning - the terminology is just beginning to make sense to me ;). I enjoy your videos and am learning, thank you.

  • @lenabellamy1262
    @lenabellamy1262 4 года назад +1

    What would you do for a first time planner that is a Classic vertical hourly?

  • @flowercitaschnauzer1033
    @flowercitaschnauzer1033 4 года назад

    This was a great video. Very informative. Im a new planner and love your spreads

  • @mil8903
    @mil8903 3 года назад

    Ugh I can’t wait to start Thankyou 💓💓💓

  • @calimama2874
    @calimama2874 3 года назад +1

    How would you recommend setting up your planner if you're a college student? I am also a stay at home mom/ home maker.

  • @walkingwiththelord777
    @walkingwiththelord777 Год назад

    I'm wondering if you would recommend the big mushroom punch or if you think that the single punch is just fine. I'd like the single punch because it would cost less and take less space but I'm concerned about lining it up properly.

  • @irhonda31
    @irhonda31 4 года назад

    These were some great basic tips! Thank you!

  • @vo5782
    @vo5782 2 года назад

    I much prefer horizontal planners. Do you have videos specific to horizontal planning?

  • @MandyAmelia
    @MandyAmelia 3 года назад

    Cool planner! Where do we get the rings at that hold the binder together?

  • @joywinnett6192
    @joywinnett6192 2 года назад +1

    Can you tell me the pens you use I have issues mine bleed thru

  • @angiepayne6104
    @angiepayne6104 4 года назад +1

    I'm not a beginner, but this was a great video!

  • @GHJasamGH08
    @GHJasamGH08 4 года назад

    Thank you for making this video :) gave me so many good ideas:)

  • @YehowahDaughter
    @YehowahDaughter 3 года назад

    Where can you get a full planner refill for a happy planner classic

  • @Patricia-e9k2j
    @Patricia-e9k2j Год назад

    Qué lindo planer!!

  • @nelidaquinones7027
    @nelidaquinones7027 2 года назад

    Thank you love it

  • @michaelakehr9700
    @michaelakehr9700 2 года назад

    I am new and got a “vertical hourly” and I have no clue what to do with it 😞 advice on how to do that kind of format?

  • @adelepolinsky3472
    @adelepolinsky3472 2 года назад

    How munch are the stickers for beginners/starters

  • @nicoleglanvill6022
    @nicoleglanvill6022 4 года назад +1

    Hi. Love your videos. Which planner are you using in this video?

  • @agittleson434
    @agittleson434 4 года назад +1

    What size pen do you use to do the checklist?

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +1

      I usually use a .38 muji these days

    • @agittleson434
      @agittleson434 4 года назад

      @@PlanningwithBumble Thanks! I am very excited! I was finally able to order a stencil from HP! It has been out for a while. I can/t wait to try it!

  • @rachelcarter2443
    @rachelcarter2443 4 года назад +6

    I'm new to this hobby. I.love washi tape and don't care if it's out of style. Thank you.

    • @novairene6880
      @novairene6880 4 года назад +2

      My first year planning. I use SO much washi. Mostly because my planner pages have colors that don't match anything (I will do a better job looking at that before I buy my next planner). But I LOVE washi! It is my planner and I don't have to impress anyone. Glad I am not alone, Rachel.

    • @helenmoorhouse270
      @helenmoorhouse270 4 года назад +1

      Is it out of style? I am so behind the curve!!!

  • @judigo830
    @judigo830 3 года назад

    Thank you

  • @SimplyJacey216
    @SimplyJacey216 4 года назад +1

    hey mary ellen question for the doodle of the day why are you only putting them on the left ? im not trying to be mean but i was just curious

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +3

      Jacey Li's pixel art I got mixed up with which videos were airing on which days. So they are kinda out of order 😬

  • @darlenegodfrey5186
    @darlenegodfrey5186 4 года назад

    Thank you so much.

  • @lisamyatt5203
    @lisamyatt5203 4 года назад

    What size is this planner pages

  • @karliann1
    @karliann1 3 года назад

    Today Dec 14 2021 Michael's website has planner punch for only 20 bucks. Praying they still have it tomorrow when i get paid lol

  • @nykkelly9459
    @nykkelly9459 4 года назад +1

    Do you-or anyone you may know-decorate the guided journals? It's literally a blank page!! I don't even know where to start!! I'll just keep watching...

  • @lizaa89
    @lizaa89 2 года назад

    seems a lot of work but so cute and make me excited lol

  • @daniellewesley7679
    @daniellewesley7679 4 года назад +1

    I dont know how to find her link she keeps talking about....I want to buy some of the things so she gets credit but I'm not a good computer/cell person.

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for thinking of me, links are always in the description box of the video of you scroll down past the video itself. Here is my Happy Planner link: bit.ly/30kjXYh

  • @mirika-excellenceasstandar7504
    @mirika-excellenceasstandar7504 3 года назад

    This was so so so HELPFUL in capital Letters,as i need to understand the purpose of doing this in the first place. But could you please do another video similar but in more depth as to importance of doing all this, with a planner. So sorry to sound awkward an awful but i really love how it looks, but don't seem to have made that connection to wasting all these beautiful stickers only to have them in a diary. I would like to have what others find interesting about planning, as it still does not make sense to me. I really hope i did not upset anyone... Im just struggling with it all.

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  3 года назад +1

      If it doesn’t make sense it may not be for you! And that’s ok! For me it’s a creative outlet and it makes it more likely that I’ll use my planner.

  • @flowercitaschnauzer1033
    @flowercitaschnauzer1033 4 года назад

    Please tell us what's your etsy page?

  • @biturner
    @biturner 4 года назад

    Hi! I'm new to the HP world and your channel, it's super helpful, thank you! In the video, you mentioned something about how stickers are organized in the books, and how they will match. Is there a video for that? Having trouble with my spreads matching, as well as being functional. I'm learning this is a process. Thanks so much!!!

  • @Explorebeforeidie
    @Explorebeforeidie 2 года назад +1

    i love your videos
    the only little thing i was kinda annoyed by - you said something like "getting good at it" - i like your first spread. i think "finding your style" or whatever. i dont think im good at it - but it doesnt really matter cuz i love my planner - cuz its my planner

    • @PlanningwithBumble
      @PlanningwithBumble  2 года назад

      Agreed! This video is a couple of years old and I’m more careful about my wording now…definitely not what I meant though!

  • @lwalt7120
    @lwalt7120 2 года назад +1

    If you aren't using your planner as a calendar or to do tracker, then it isn't a planner - it's a scrapbook. Not sure how this isn't obvious.

  • @RhiUrso
    @RhiUrso 4 года назад +1

    Happy Birthday to someone today! :) Is it you?

  • @Margaret-g4n
    @Margaret-g4n Год назад

    Sounds like a lot of work I just don't have time to sit down and figure out where to and what sticker to put where

  • @plannininmypjs7869
    @plannininmypjs7869 Год назад

    I’m a planner coach and washi tape is very much still in

  • @LatriceSteward2015
    @LatriceSteward2015 4 года назад

    This is cute I like washi tape

  • @TheodorouC72
    @TheodorouC72 2 года назад +1

    This makes me dizzy

  • @marthalacomba3306
    @marthalacomba3306 4 года назад +1

    This video is still stressful.

  • @jaytee2642
    @jaytee2642 29 дней назад

    1:44
    If my spreads looked that good, I'd be thrilled!
    As it is, they look like an orangutan got ahold of my planner!🦧🤣🤣
    I have lots of room for improvement....onward!!💪🏼

  • @patriciadimarco8378
    @patriciadimarco8378 2 года назад

    Thank you so much.