How to Start a Bullet Journal
Are you looking for a list of what you need to start a bullet journal? If so, read on!
You’ve seen all of the gorgeous spreads on Instagram, and searched for inspiration on Pinterest. You’ve researched all the hashtags, and picked out a handful of journals you’d love to try out. You’ve collected a few new accounts to follow and you’re ready to take the plunge into the journaling community. You’re next thought is, ”Where do I start?”
Great question! When you are searching through all of the beautifully staged and edited photos, you feel like you have SO much you want to buy Now! Once you start shopping and adding to your online cart, you can start to feel overwhelmed by how much this journaling thing is going to cost. I’ve been there. It can be enough to make you stop before you even start.
Here’s the thing… You can start with a few things that you may even have on hand to get you started!
My goal in this post is to help you get started with a list of things you can pick from to get your first journal going! Once you’ve read this post, head over to these posts to keep you going:
Choose a Bullet Journal
This is the most important piece of journaling to consider.
Buy a quality journal that YOU WILL LOVE!
If you don’t love your journal, you won’t have fun!
I have had poor quality journals that were so bad I didn’t want to put anything in them. It’s frustrating when you sit down to write or create, only to have your pen bleed through to the other side and you can’t use that page.
I recommend looking at reviews of journals you are interested in before you buy!
My two favorite journals for quality are Archer & Olive and Dingbats Notebooks.
**I will have a review available on both of them soon! Stay tuned.
NEW! >> You can now read my review on the Dingbats A5+ Earth Collection journals HERE.
You can purchase Archer & Olive products at a discount here by using code: HOLLY10 at checkout.*
You can purchase Dingbats Notebooks products at a discount here by using code: HOLLY10 at checkout.*
*If you do purchase any Archer & Olive or Dingbats products, THANK YOU! I do receive a small commission through their affiliate programs.
Choose Your Bullet Journal Materials
Everyone has their own style, and their own ideas. Some love black and white spreads, some use beautifully designed color pallets to fill their pages. It’s entirely up to you!
I started with a simple pencil for sketching out my layouts, and Micron pens. I like to draw my own details, so a pen and pencil was all I needed at first. If you don’t like to draw, there are thousands of stickers and washi tape options for journaling that add a beautiful touch to your spread. Stencils are also a great option!
READ: 7 Inspiring Ways You Can Use Bullet Journal Stencils for inspiration!
If you like more color than black and white, highlighters, markers, or colored pencils are a great option!
READ: 25 Best Pens & Markers for Your Bullet Journal to see my top picks!
Click HERE to head over to my Instagram gallery wall to see some examples and inspiration!
There you have it! It’s really simple to get started with journaling. Once you start and find your unique style, you can start adding fun items to your collection!
Here is a list of journaling supplies I love and use often:
Dingbats notebook (A5+; dot-grid)
Archer & Olive notebook (A5+; dot - grid)
Micron pens (all sizes), or fine liners*
Pencil & eraser*
Gel pens*
Colored pencils*
Stencils & ruler
*You can shop some of my favorite journaling supplies here at my Amazon store. (I am an Amazon Influencer and I do receive a commission from any purchases made.)
If you’re already a journaler, what are your favorite go-to journaling supplies? I’d love to hear from you!
