Welcome! Are you looking for inspiration for your upcoming weekly spreads? Whether you are new to bullet journaling or needing fresh inspiration because you have been bullet journaling for a while, this post will help!

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This weekly spread was created by @hannahmariaplans on Instagram. Visit her feed for more!

In this post, I will explain what weekly spreads are and the different ways you can use them to fit your needs. I will also include photos of spreads I find inspiring to help get your creativity flowing!

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Materials for Getting Started

The great thing about bullet journaling is you only need a few things to get started right away. So here are my favorite go-to items you need and a few optional items just for fun!

What You Need:

Bullet Journal (Archer & Olive is my favorite choice!) *Affiliate Link
A pencil with an excellent eraser.
Your favorite pens (Micron Fineliners are my favorite!) *Affiliate Link
Ruler or straight edge.

Optional Materials:

Stickers
Stamps
Washi tape
Markers or brush pens
Colored paper or craft paper

If you want to know my top 25 Pens and Markers for Bullet Journaling, Read This Article.

A Weekly Spread Vs. Daily Pages & Monthly Spreads

This weekly spread was created by @dutch_dots

Visit her Instagram by clicking on the image.

If you wonder what a weekly spread is, also known as a weekly log, I want to cover that here.

A weekly spread is covered on one or two pages typically. You can set it up however you would like by making 6-7 sections for the days of the week. For example, use 6 if you want to make sections for Monday - Friday and use one section for the weekend. Use 7 sections if you want one for every day of the week. (See examples further down this post)

A weekly spread allows you to see your entire week at a glance. Weeklies are most helpful when you have a busy week ahead and many reminders and tasks to keep track of. In addition, weeklies help to migrate tasks easily as opposed to daily pages.

Daily Pages / Daily Spreads / Daily Logs

Some people prefer to use daily pages. A daily page is a one-page per-day setup. You can include all of the same stuff in a daily as you do on a weekly spread. You can also include daily journal entries along with your planning. Dailies do take more pages, however, and you will go through journals more quickly if you use them this way.

Monthly Spreads / Monthly Log / Monthly Calendar

Here is an example of a monthly log I created in my bullet journal.

A monthly spread is great to see your whole month at a glance like a calendar. You can add events, appointments, and reminders and keep a running to-do list on the side even. They are not as functional as a weekly spread, but they are beneficial in looking at the entire month.

Weekly Spread Styles to Try in Your BuJo

Vertical Columns

The vertical layout is my favorite type of layout! I love long boxes for list-making and daily tasks. They also look so neat and clean on the page!

This spread was created by @menwhobullet on Instagram. Tap the picture to see his profile! He did an amazing job of making this spread fun, functional, and clean.

Horizontal Layouts

The horizontal spread is a popular layout for one-page weeklies. These are great if you don't have a long list of tasks to accomplish but want to keep track of things for the week.

This is an example of a horizontal spread I created before I changed my name to @joyfuljournaler. I didn’t have a lot going that week and this spread worked great for my planning needs. I was also able to keep track of my habits on the same page.

Circular Spread

Get creative with a circular layout! I've seen many creative circle layouts that people use for their weekly spread. You draw a circle in the center of the page or between two pages. Then, put the days of the week around the circle.

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Dutch Door Spread

Dutch door spreads are fun and clever to use when you have a lot going on. Dutch doors provide more space than a typical spread over one or two pages. For example, when I was moving and had a lot to do the last week, I made the spread below to keep a list of to-dos on one side of the door and my house cleaning checklist on the other side. How would a dutch door help you?

Freeform

A freeform spread is exactly that! No particular layout is used, and you just created space where you need it and go with the flow.

If you want to see more inspiration from three months of Harry Potter spreads and collections, check out this post next>>

“Magical Harry Potter Bullet Journal Collection.”

Squares, Rectangles, Shapes, or Empty Spaces

I love using vertical rectangles the most for each day of the week. You can also use square boxes. Both fit together nicely on your bullet journal pages. If you have a fun theme, you can consider using other shapes and forms for your days to keep it fun and functional!

I created this spread using hexagons and oragami shapes. It was so fun to try something different! What shapes would you try in your spreads?

Creative Weekly Spread

Creative spreads are entirely up to your imagination! Just take a look at this fun example from @PlansThatBlossom. How inspiring! How creative would you be if you tried?

@plansthatblossom’s take on the adorable Sweet Shop theme is so delicious! Click the picture to visit her Instagram.

Minimalist Spread

Going back to basics with the heart behind bullet journaling, created by Carol Ryder, is minimal spreads. Minimal weekly spreads are the bare basics of what you need in a weekly spread without all the fluff! Check out this example from @bujobycrystal.

This beautiful one-page weekly spread was created by @bujobycrystal. Click the picture to see all of her work!

How to Make a Weekly Spread in Your Bullet Journal

Pencil Sketch Your Outline
- To create your weekly spread, always start with a pencil sketch of the layout you have in mind. Sketching it in pencil first allows you to see if everything fits. Once you have your entire layout sketched out, you can move on to the next step!
Outline Your Spread
- Next, outline your sketch with your favorite pen! I prefer to use a waterproof fineliner. They will not smudge once it's time to erase your pencil lines.
- If you want to read more about my favorite pens to use in your bullet journal, CLICK HERE.
Add Your Personal Touch
- Now that you have your layout outlined, it's time to add a personal touch to make it yours!
- Here is a list of ideas on how to make your weekly spread unique:
  - Add washi tape
  - Add color with markers, pens, colored pencils, or paint.
  - Add stickers
  - Use stamps
  - Add colored paper or craft paper.

Tips for Making Your Weekly Spread

Here are a few tips to help you decide what you would like to include in your weekly spreads.

This incredibly functional spread created by @teanbujo on Instagram, has everything! It all fits beautifully on the page, it looks neat and clean, and her personal touch of creativity shows. Tap the picture to visit her Instagram profile.

When making your weekly spread, be sure to make plenty of space for the days of the week and their dates to keep you organized.
Include enough space for the number of tasks or events you will have that week. This can be adjusted week to week depending on how busy you will be.
Add a reminder column for upcoming events, deadlines, or tasks you do not want to forget.
Add a small calendar somewhere for quick reference.
Use a grid spacing cheat sheet that will help you build your weekly layout from scratch.

What should I write in my weekly spread?

If you are new to bullet journaling, you may be asking, "What should I write in my weekly spread?" Here is a list of ideas you might want to include in your weekly planning to get you started.

This is an after the pen shot of a weekly spread from my bullet journal. This can give you an idea of what I like to include in my weekly setup!

Ideas of what to include in your weekly spread:

To-do lists
Reminders or notes section
Ongoing tasks log/important tasks
Weekly goals
Appointments
Meetings
Important dates (i.e., Anniversaries & Birthdays)
Plan for next week
Small habit tracker/weekly trackers
Meal planning
Daily journal entry

I am sure there are more things you could include for a whole week, but these are just a few ideas to help get your creativity going! I hope it is a helpful list. You certainly do not need to include all of these things! Don't make your bullet journal overwhelming to you. It is yours, and you should include only what you need.

How do you use a weekly spread?

Here is another example from my bullet.journal on how you can use your weekly spread.

If you want to see how I create my planner tabs like the picture above, head over to this post: “Easy DIY Planner Tabs for Your Bullet Journal.”

The best practice for using your weekly spread is to include what you really need for the week and make it a daily habit to open it and start writing or tracking. Remember, this is your planner, and it is there to help you feel more on top of things and keep yourself organized.

I open my bullet journal every morning to see if I have anything scheduled. Then, I migrate any unfinished tasks from previous days and write down any new ones I would like to accomplish for the day.

Use your bullet journal in whatever way will help you the most!

More Inspiring Weekly Spreads to Try in Your Bullet Journal

Now that we have covered all of the bases on bullet journal weekly spreads and layouts, I have compiled a collection of weekly spreads to inspire you!

Minimalist Bullet Journal Spreads

There is an overwhelming amount of bullet journal ideas out there. However, for some, a simple spread is less overwhelming and more practical for your weekly journal. For example, check out this simple weekly bullet journal spread by @paperythoughts.

I love this spread by @paperythoughts, because of it’s simplicity and creativity. Adding the craft paper squares was a nice touch to bring life to a simple spread. Visit her profile on Instagram by clicking the picture.

Sometimes, a simple design is best! Like this spread from @journalbymir. I love her minimal use of colors and how she created a one-page weekly on the left page with flower doodles. A little bit of color is perfect with spreads you don't have much time for. A one-page weekly like this one is also great when you do not have much space left in your journal!

Visit @journalbymir on Instagram by clicking the picture.

Creative Weekly Spreads

If you are an artistic person, bullet journaling may appeal to you because of the creative flexibility it gives you. This is me! I am an artist, and I love that every week can be different. The sky is the limit here, and it is a fun way to enjoy planning and organization. Here are a few examples of creative bullet journal planners and spreads.

The first spread was created by the talented @hellobonjournal! The following three were taken from my journals.

My Favorite Weekly Layouts

I wanted to share some of my own weekly spreads that I consider my favorites! For more, you can follow my Instagram!

Final Thoughts

If you are new to the bullet journal community, welcome! I believe you will find it is a supportive and fun community that will inspire you every day! Being a part of the bujo community is a great way to learn from others, gain inspiration, and find support. As you can see, there are countless creative ways you can create different spreads in your own bullet journal. There are some pretty amazing weekly spreads in this blog post and across the internet, you can try.

This spread was created by @magicalbujo. Click the picture to see more of her work on Instagram.

For more weekly layout ideas, take a look at some of my own journal spreads HERE. I had so much fun sharing my favorite things about building weekly spreads with you! Whether you want to take the minimalist approach with a simple layout or create a work of art and a masterpiece, I hope you found some new ideas to try. Remember, this is your bullet journal, and it is up to you what you do with it.

Bullet journaling is an ongoing process, so keep going, and I hope you find joy in journaling!

29 Inspiring Bullet Journal Weekly Spread Ideas