Goodbye Hobonichi & What’s Next

[@MorganDenning]

The moleskine weekly was my ride or die for a solid 7 (8?) years...until March of last year. Nothing changed, the paper was the same, my pen was the same, but it just stopped working for me. And it really threw me off!! I went back and forth for a solid month trying to figure out what to do and ultimately adapted to my Hobonichi weeks (it was my first year with one and was originally using it to track health/fitness stuff) but sometimes I still miss parts of the moleskine. I'm back in the Hobo weeks this year (and somehow seem to have dodged the bad paper bullet, so far at least!) but all that to say- so much love and grace to you as you figure this out. Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, has a "thing" or maybe many "things" that if they were to change suddenly or without notice, would be upsetting and throw them for a loop. Maybe it's not planners and paper for them, but I guarantee that they have something like that. If people have a hard time seeing you walk through this, they can keep moving. Being vulnerable on the internet is so hard and can also be so rewarding. I, for one, really appreciate your transparency and recommendations (I found Jenika's Journals because of you and OMG- LOVE). Chin up, shoulders back, eyes ahead, deep breath! You got this.

[@samplans]

First of all, THANK YOU so much for your words of encouragement. This weekend was ROUGH for me. I see lots of videos, planner and not, that the creator or the content isn’t for me, and I simply stop the video and move on. I don’t even take the time to leave a 👎🏻. I know I’ve bounced a bit (but who doesn’t?!) and was so happy to finally find my peace with carrying the Weeks daily AND having it be my keeper of memories. So yeah, this was a freak out moment the last couple of weeks. I noticed that most of the negativity came from first time commenters. So maybe they don’t know me. I’m REAL, and a regular viewer knows that. Nothing manufactured. If I’m dramatic it’s because I’m feeling dramatic. If I’m peaceful it’s because I’m feeling peaceful. I try to be real and raw. No scrips, I just pour out what’s in my heart. So yeah, to have hurtful comments lobbed at me and to insinuate I’m making up a situation for views is insulting to someone who walks with integrity daily. I’m so happy that you are finding your way in the Weeks, and I’ve decided to try and stumble along, maybe just maybe because a comment told me to “do the world a favor and never use a Hobonichi Weeks again” and also because I think I’ll be sad if I don’t have it on my shelf at the end of the year. It’s not bringing me joy yet, but maybe I’ll find the combo. Maybe one day you’ll find yourself back in the Moleskine, and at the very least you know where to go for a cover for it! I have multiple “things” that bother me for sure, but I’ve never tried to say I’m not extra. 😂 Thank you again for your kindness, you have no idea how much I needed it.

[@Bob-nj3rq]

I detoxed from planners when my life fell apart. 2024 I used a Hobo MegaWeeks. Have extra pages . Now I'm using a 2 dollar dated planner. Have muji, TN passport, standard and regular notebooks. Cannot journal bad things in life, I couldn't. So I write what I hope for.

[@robininthebox6689]

I divorced myself from the planner community, put my planners away and used my phone for my appointments - planner detox. Surprise, that worked! I needed a strategy to cope with my to dos (future planning). So a bullet journal wasn't for me. So I switched to a daily Moleskine Planner (B6 I guess). A chunky Boi (and I really don't like the bleed-thru paper!)... Now I'm in a pocket Malden with ugly daily inserts. No decoration, just functionality. That's less toxic than all the stress with millions of planner-options. How much money I spent the last couple of years is INSANE... Sometimes it's better to let everything go and don't make a big deal out of the planner-thing. Good luck!

[@samplans]

I’m so happy for you! That’s where I *was* until the new Weeks. I’ve thought a lot lately about leaving social media entirely as far as planners go, but then someone tells me how much seeing my struggles and wins has helped them. I absolutely adore the pocket Malden and really hope I can scale back down again to that size (well, pocket plus). I do agree that less is more. Enjoy!

[@Ashley-d1m]

You literally spoke what my whole self has felt and recently gone through! I spent so so much and agonized over digital planning past few years and now recently going back to pen and paper because the digital planning felt so stressful, I got a ton for myself because I was just looking for something perfect. Two Hobonichi cousins and the paper started to lift from the binding and then Hemlock and Oak is my latest in a minimal weekly planner and I could care less if it works or not because this is it! I do and have always enjoy some light planning with a family of four it does help a little. I was sucked in to a ton because I’m a mom and work full time and don’t have a hobby currently so I have been looking for a creative outlet but I’m done! I’m keeping a little journal at home in case I want to document or focus on anything, my weekly planner comes with me to work and such and if I’m out then I use my phone. I’m just over it all

[@joannemarkov]

I have consistently said that if Moleskine just got rid of all the random beginning pages that don't seem useful AT ALL, they could have a month on two pages.

[@samplans]

YES!!! Those tiny monthlies make no sense!!

[@fishheads08]

You sound like you're at so much more peace! I'm so happy to hear your voice sounding that way! Good luck pressing forward -- I look forward to your next video!

[@samplans]

Thank you so much!

[@ziggy2255]

Thanks for sharing Sam. I appreciate that you choose to take time out to create videos and share your thoughts. I know how much time, effort and at times, vulnerability that is. Many people here get it. Including me! Some could do with appreciating it's different for them, but your truth, is yours. Valid.

[@samplans]

As I just replied to a pretty brutal comment, I appreciate your comment so much. I’m not trying to be an influencer, I’m just being a real person. 💔🫶🏻

[@ziggy2255]

@ and that’s why you are my favourite KZbinr. Keep doing you, we love you x

[@samplans]

🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@mollyfender9816]

Sam ... don't beat yourself up ... going with the flow of change is ok. It's not only ok ... it's a process to embrace ... Hang in there.

[@samplans]

Thank you so much for your grace. Some of the comments today have me questioning sharing my struggles. I appreciate you!

[@marylublankenship6398]

My hobo cousin paper feels nice! There is some shadowing, bleed through with 0.7 and fountain pens. I’ve decided to embrace it cause I love the layout of the cousin! I have found muji 0.5 gel pens to work really well on this paper.

[@sistergoldenhair0727]

Same! I use the uni .38 pens and they work great on the new paper.

[@MummyBrown]

14:05 I have this multi-pen as well and I really like it for taking on trips. It covers all of the bases!

[@samplans]

It really does!!

[@Stacy_Plans]

Hi Sam! Currently in just a Day Designer pocket monthly for the important stuff. Medium moleskine for journaling and memory keeping. Sticky notes for to do’s and lists. 😊❤ I’m simplifying and ‘trying’ not to overthink it

[@samplans]

Trying to not overthink can be tricky! I hope your system works perfectly for you!

[@sabsk122]

I've been using my cloth and paper planner for years now. I just replace the inserts. I don't journal in it i don't put stickers or embellishments in it. I just plan. Pen and paper. And it works

[@cakebakerish]

Sam, I want you to know that you are not alone. My planner (s) are also more to me than just planners. I understand your situation. You know what doesn’t help in my own opinion?…it’s all the planning influencers who have a “planner stack” a mile high. ❤ having one planner is my goal too. I currently am testing out a Leuchtturm1917 as a BUJO, a weeks mega, a Hobo a6 English original, a classic sized happy planner and a mini happy planner. I am narrowing things down slowly.

[@samplans]

I could never handle that many planners. 😅 Multiple books can make sense, like I keep a notebook at church for sermon notes, but that isn’t a planner. I definitely don’t feel “less than” having one planner, but the stacks seem to get the views! I see them out there but don’t watch…gives me anxiety just thinking about it!

[@nereidagomez]

Im using two hobonichi weeks this year and a commit 30 (journaling). I just played around with different pens and highlighters until i found a combination that works in the weeks. Im very happy with my system right now. It seems like you've found something that will work for you.

[@samplans]

I hope to do that but goodness it took me forever to find this pen combo! Enjoy yours!

[@donnam2769]

What works, in your opinion, for the pen/highlighter?

[@nereidagomez]

@donnam2769 for the weeks that I have I use gel pens for the brand zebra sarasa dry and write on. The only "highlighters/markers" that worked were the tombow dual brush pens. I'm actually not a fan of them but I'm getting used to them. I'm trying to look at it in a fun way. If I purchase pens or markers that don't work on the weeks I don't get upset because I know that I can use them in other things I have like my journal. My zip color dot pens also seem to work ok. Of course there is shadowing but no bleed through so I'm ok with that. I should note that I don't highlight right away I write everything down then wait a little bit because it will smear. That's just how gel pens are no matter what kind of paper you use. I've always used the zebra sarasa dry pens so I'm happy that I found a way to use them. But I would suggest to do your own pen test because every planner doesn't seem to be the same. I hope this helps 😁

[@norabolger9683]

I’m confused, why wouldn’t you use the Uni Jetstream in your weeks? There’s no bleedthrough at all with that ballpoint pen, it was made for that paper!

[@samplans]

I don’t like the way I write in the Weeks with that pen, I’ve tried!

[@alexialira3839]

I don't get it either. She was also complaining about minor bleed through in the weeks, but says she's OK with minor bleed through now in the rings paper 🤷‍♀️ That said, imo this video just sounded like "cope"....her trying to convince herself she's OK with the new choices. I say this with good intentions and in general...it's not good or normal to have stress and anxiety over choosing a planner or journal....defeats the purpose of a planner/journal which is supposed to help us keep track of things...any paper and ink will do that. I'm convinced many (not all) viewers and youtubers in the planner community suffer from mental health issues....where they overspend, overthink, stress, then create excuses for buying a bunch of planners and stickers. Viewers and youtubers then egg each other on in their "addiction." Some think it's funny or cute. Sure, some youtubers do it for the money and to promote their stores (stickers, own planners) bc without viewers' addictions they don't get $$$, but a good chunk just has unresolved issues, in my opinion.

[@norabolger9683]

Oh, bummer! I’ve had good success with the RSVP ballpoint pens, even in the new TRP paper, which is so different this year.

[@juneseghni]

​@alexialira3839 I think the same, all the anxiety over 'spoiling' the page or not doing it 'right' in the Hobonichi world. Same in Bujo which really only needs a pen and paper. What ought to be a helpful tool becomes just another problem.

[@samplans]

Maybe you haven’t listened. It’s fine for you to “not get it” but I’ve explained all of these things that you’ve listed to be points against me. My Weeks is a memory keeper for me. Rings pages are not something I generally keep. So if there is bleed through on a rings insert it doesn’t really matter. I’ve also been very open about anxiety, depression and a traumatic childhood. For you to sum all of that up and insinuate that I’m here to be “egged on” for views or dollars is hurtful and insulting. I’m a real person, with real feelings and struggles. This video wasn’t about “coping” or convincing myself I was okay with choices. I share my struggles and wins authentically, and if you knew me in real life you’d know how very much that means to me. It’s comments like this that make people like me not want to share.

[@moniques.journal.corner]

Always a joy! I understand that lots of people can switch pens, but not all of us. The pen/paper combo is a huge deal when you have a groove. Ahhhh, Jenikas covers are amazing. I thank you for introducing me to her work. I have two smooth toasted marshmellow, but i need a pebbled for sure. Im saddened and disenchanted with my weeks, so I've been in my A6 stalogy and my pocket Paper Tess. January has become a trial month. I hope to settle into a better rhythm by the end of it! You seem settled, so yay 🫶🫶

[@samplans]

Thanks for saying that. I wish I wasn’t particular about my pen choice in the Hobonichi, but it’s the only book that’s like that for me. TRP is a blessing and a curse. I hope your books work out for you too, in whatever gorgeous cover you chose from Jenika!

[@00tlo00]

I wish the makers of TRP planners would switch to 68 gsm. I switched my work planner to Take a Note, and the paper is so much nicer. Yes, it’s a little thicker but it’s worth it to have better paper and more options for pens.

[@samplans]

If I’m remembering, TAN doesn’t have a Horizontal layout, right? I just saw a comment that the Weeks is not even 52 gsm this year, but I haven’t confirmed that.

[@esthereley6808]

I use digital planners (Haus of Planners 2025 one) in Goodnotes, so paper issues don't affect me. But the amount of time that we spend in our planners means that if something is winding us up every time we pick it up, we have to change it! Good luck in your new any-pen-goes set up.

[@esthereley6808]

Also, apparently the paper in the Weeks is thinner in all the produced Weeks at 42gsm this year, according to another disgruntled fountain pen user: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5CvcmaYi9SMo5Ysi=3sFltUHqGeEzVzBi

[@samplans]

I like the idea of digital planners, maybe one day! And thank you. 🫶🏻

[@samplans]

Oh my goodness?! I wonder why in the world they did that?! It does feel thinner to me, and the edges of the page curl up a bit too. Makes sense.

[@esthereley6808]

@ Yes, it makes no sense. They are going to put many customers off their products.

[@missfl0werstar]

I have this rule that I can buy any planner to use for the year, I can even buy alternatives to check or try out, but once I settle into a planner, I'm in it for the year. It's mainly because I have small kids and a full time job so backplanning is just not reasonable, plus my brain is so scattered, I absolutely need my whole year in a book. And I could go into a whole litany why that needs to be a bound book.🤷‍♀️ Sooooo, this year I'm sticking it out in my faulty Tomoe River planner, luckily I've found a pen to work in it. The reason I'm saying all this is that I totally get what you mean. I'm also hypersensitive (what people call particular lol) and that's precisely why I set this rule a few years ago to avoid confusion and heartbreak. As long as I know there's no choice to make during the year, I can focus on planning instead of looking for options. As I said though, luckily I hate rings, so there's none of that too tempt me.😊

[@bonnieshapiro3511]

I wonder if hobonichi will fix the paper issue next year. I heard the paper was a bad batch for some people. I haven’t started in my 2025 hobonichi yet because my sterling ink a6 horizontal came which is replacing a hobonichi weeks. Little wider and more space. I have used pencil in last year’s hobonichi a6. I was fine with pencil. But people really like their favorite pens. I’ve also used a .3-.5 erasable Frixion pen which helps me write better in the small grid. I haven’t seen bleeding either. I don’t know if these comments are at all helpful. I have decided that my preference is hobonichi even over Sterling ink which I do like too. I’m glad she made the print darker this year which is important to me. I feel bad for you because you love the weeks so much. I love the uniqueness of the week’s covers but didn’t get one this year. I struggle with the small narrow space and no grid on the left. So tor me a sterling ink weeks would be a better choice since there are grids on the left although using a pencil board does help keep the writing straight. I opted for a travelers size N1 monthly booklet for my travelers notebook and an a6 monthly booklet for my purse. I think the planner community has gone a little crazy with all the choices. But some people like their stack of books for their different needs and there is nothing wrong with that either. Going forward next year I do like hobonichi the best. I think for me an a5 and an a6 for on the go is good for me. I hope you find your sweet spot again. We don’t know until we try out the actual book we are going to be working in. Good luck on your journey. Let’s hope hobonichi addresses the paper issue.

[@Andi.Plans2]

Great video! Now I want the planners you didn’t like so I can challenge myself to see if I can make them work!!!😅

[@shannonschuster7584]

Hi Sam. I am pretty disappointed with the paper as well. I’ve loved Hobonichi and used them for years - so when I started using my 2025 weeks and found the paper to be no longer fountain pen friendly I felt so sad. I bought a new cover for this year as well - so I’ve decided to keep using the weeks with other pens and try really hard not to think about it. I am glad that it’s not just me - thanks for your video. Hoping to find other fountain pen friendly weeks size notebooks for my cover.

[@samplans]

I did a little back filling yesterday for this week because part of me knows I’ll be sad if I don’t but I just didn’t enjoy it. Maybe if I keep pressing I’ll find a combo…

[@shannonschuster7584]

@@samplans I did yet another pen test to experiment with a different section of my weeks - my fine fountain pens are like thick markers - double broad . . .

[@jessplansandwrites]

I’m glad I didn’t buy any Hobonichi planners for 2025 and I’m sorry for everyone affected by the bad batch of paper! Since my own planning/journalling system didn’t survive 2024 (no internal reason, just a change to a full-time job with less time that also requires me to use a different set of technical tools and skills than before-I ended up not being drawn to planning/journalling *at all* for about half a year or so), I decided on a whim to use the PaperTess Designs Pocket notebook. When I saw your system, I actually laughed because I realized that what I’m doing now is very similar to it: Mostly, I plan in the weeklies and journal in the dailies, but I also told myself that if I need a To-Do list, I’m just going to use the dailies for that purpose. Also: Month on two pages; undated monthly overviews on one page that I designated for forward-planning (Jul-Dec; it’s a half-year planner). By the way, the cover I’m using is the one you once designed for Chic Sparrow and I love it a lot! 💜 Wishing you good luck that the system you’re using now will stick around for a while!

[@elistia]

I didn't buy one either and have been suffering serious fomo...but so many people have been disappointed by the paper, I guess it was a blessing in disguise? I didn't buy because I've discovered my preferred notebook size is B6 and Hobo doesn't offer that size. A6 is too small, A5 is too big. So I just said no. But now I can't find a notebook that I love/connect with. 🫤 I wish it didn't matter so much. Aaargh.

[@samplans]

@elistia I wish it didn’t matter so much… I feel that! I LOVE B6 as a size too!

[@lauracorsi3309]

Way to go Sam! That system seems really functional.

[@samplans]

Thank you!

[@suecathcart4687]

it's not just the hobonichi that has the issues with the tomoe paper - it appears that most of them have some bad batches - mine luckily seem OK at the moment

[@samplans]

I’m so happy for you that seem to be marked safe from the bad paper. I really hope they do better this next round!

[@tifosiye]

I thought you didn’t like ballpoint. But since you are usin uni jetstream now, have you tried it in your weeks? New to the channel here, watched your previous weeks video (planner curse) and this one.

[@samplans]

Hi there! I actually used to hate ballpoint, but really like it now…everywhere but the Weeks. I have actually been trying it out this week but it just doesn’t seem to be the pairing I’m after. I’m going to keep testing things though. I REALLY don’t want to give up yet.

[@SandraHines-e4s]

Very disappointed with the ghosting and bleed through in my 2025 Weeks. I use a Pilot Vanishing Point extra fine nib. Trying to figure out what I’m going to switch to. I am not planning to buy Hobonichi for next year.

[@noop5_plans]

I used a Hobonichi weeks last year and loved it, but I switched jobs and now I have no idea what I need. So I’m just kinda winging it with my weeks for now. Feels very unsettled

[@ehayys]

LOVE the cover you're using around the stalogy! is it also jenikas journals?

[@samplans]

YES!!

[@katsmith8263]

I'm using my pocket Holborn filofax with store-bought and cut weeklies and dailies and loving it

[@samplans]

The Holborn is 😍

[@TheDenmarie]

The Hobonichi paper this year sucks lol... there is just no way to sugar coat it lol ... I chose a Weeks Mega to be my one-and-only planner this year... imagine my surprise when the paper made my Pentel Energel Clena (my perfect pen) write like a .5 when I use .3 ... definitely still getting used to the paper but I am sticking it out because I know myself well enough to know I won't be happy in any other planner ... I have been in it since the last week of November 2024 and just THIS week did I feel like I am finally accepting the paper (although I still think the paper sucks lol) Or maybe I just got one of the "bad batch" because my goodness my Clean Color Dot marker went right through! I have been using the Weeks for years and have always used Dot markers ... so there is definitely a problem here 💯 Final thoughts? I REALLY hope Hobonichi fixes this!! 🙏🏼

[@samplans]

Oh I hope so too! My fingers are crossed that they do…and hoping it isn’t too late for me to go back by then.

[@patriciamcelroy3581]

I wanted to use a Weeks this year for health but one of my main staples is the color dot and it bleeds right through. Heavily. 😢 It’s a no-go.

[@yourplanningmentor]

@TheDenmarie Oh! Thanks for making that comment! You are right about the Clena writing like a .5 instead of a .3 I didn't even register that, but instantly changed to the uni jetstream in .38. I didn't like how the Clena was writing in my Weeks but still like it in my Sterling Ink A5!

[@priyasambasivan2249]

Omg that pocket cover ❤ excited to see how it goes!

[@samplans]

Isn’t it lovely?!

[@hawkeyegirl2003]

Glad you are in a good spot now! I could tell it was rocking your planner world last week.

[@samplans]

Last week was *rough*!

[@Felicia_Plans]

I love my hobonichi weeks too much! (Thanks for introducing it to me)❤ I started in November and didn’t notice any paper problems. Now that it’s January I’m still doing fine. I only use fountain pens mainly a pilot capless (thanks to you). I also use a Malden (thanks for introducing me) as a budget planner. I’m sorry that you are having a hard time this year but we all can benefit when you try new things. I enjoy watching your explorations in stationery I end up finding a gem or two for me! ❤

[@samplans]

I really do hope I make my way back to it, it’s been a great companion! Enjoy yours!

[@kristyeperez2052]

I love these. Idk why but they calm me down since I too over analyze my systems. 😆 it’s nice to know it’s not just me!😊

[@delle3955]

Same here! We're not alone, and we can all get beyond planner frustrations.

[@samplans]

Definitely not alone!!

[@donnad5986]

Hi Sam.! I am so glad you are finding some peace.! U are right, after years of using the weeks & cousin, this has been a whirlwind.! I am continuing in my Midori B6 Slim, for my food journal/snippets of life and the Travelers Co TNs for memory keeping, and their weekly and monthly books as well.!! However I have decided, I will be using one of the Weeks I bought for my financial book/checkbook register, bills etc as I can use a ballpoint pen and be fine. So Lets stick together and Hang in There.!! This too Shall Pass.!! Stay warm, its Bitter Cold & Snowy here in North East Pennsylvania as well.!! Stay safe, and May God Bless you Sam.!

[@loriray3680]

She sent me a sample of the toasted marshmallow with my order and I fell in love with the color. I have already ordered 2 covers and may end up getting a 3rd.

[@samplans]

Isn’t it GORGEOUS?!

[@janetkadlec5624]

Why didn’t you get a Sterling Ink planner in their weeks size?

[@samplans]

I mentioned that! Some people mentioned they had the same issues with her paper.

[@watchuslead]

I’m using the pocket daily planner by Papertess as a daily planner. It’s been great so far. Hoping you give yourself grace as you find your flow. If you have a chance to grab one, then maybe that can be an option in the future for you.

[@tuomi1154]

I have personally decided to stick with my Hobonichi cousin despite the paper, since changing the lay out would be a bigger deal for me than the change in the paper.

[@samplans]

I hope you find a good combo. I decided last night I’ll try to fill mine in once a week to not have regrets, but so far I’m not enjoying it and that is so unfortunate.

[@tuomi1154]

@@samplans I hope so too.

[@allisonflora1831]

Hey Sam! Glad it sounds like you found something that will work for you! Just wanted to mention, have you seen the creffective paper weekly notebook? They have a weeks size, it’s a hard cover, and uses the marshmallow paper! Might be a good option!! Enjoy all your videos!

[@samplans]

Hi! I feel like I’ve looked at that one before? Is that the one that arranges the right side for you? If so, that’s probably why I haven’t tried it, but I’ll check again!

[@allisonflora1831]

@@samplansit’s pretty much like the Hobonichi weeks! Week on the left and open grid page on the right!! 😊

[@AuntieAlexandra]

Literally every person who has looked at that Moleskine planner has wanted the monthlies on 2 pages! It’s a mystery no one can understand.

[@samplans]

I really wish they’d listen to us on this one! Make it useful!!!

[@lisahessabi4089]

I've also ditched the Hobo Weeks because of the inconsistent paper quality and am using a Traveler's Company inserts. They never let me down.

[@samplans]

It’s such a shame, but I’m glad you have a go to you are happy with!

[@csikomas8910]

I LOVE what you did with rings, that layout kills.

[@samplans]

THANK YOU!!

[@Jolynn777]

Hi Sam. My hobonichi weeks is behaving pretty well with my fountain pens and my Clena 0.5. My biggest problem with hobonichi is the price. My memory journal is the a5 Day Free. On Amazon, it is $47! I tried the Wonderland 222 notebook, and that is a pen and washi nightmare for me. I'm using a stalogy for scripture writing, and I love the paper, but there are no monthlies in the front. First world problems for sure! Lol. I'm praying for the families that lost their homes and lives in the CA fires😢

[@samplans]

Expense is very much an issue and after this year I think many more will pause before trying again. Praying for CA with you.

[@solascripturamjc9681]

I've been searching for the perfect pen, planner, stickers, journal for years and years......I'm about to give up, lol!

[@angiepayne6104]

I like your new system!

[@samplans]

Thank you!!

[@marcyodell3373]

I’m loving my sterling ink for work - I think I got the L1 horizontal - so bigger than the weeks which I need - the grid on the left hand size is a game changer and it just feels so clean without all the hobonichi quirks which I know you said you like ❤ still using my weeks for my personal on the go… had wanted it to be pretty but time hasn’t allowed, so - functional messy it is. For memory keeping, using the sterling ink - forget what it’s called but it’s the one like the cousin, just no dates on the back pages. I also have the midori hibino which I would love so so much if it was a5 size 😫 havent used it yet but the intent is to use it just for ME - all about Marcy 😂 journal, etc… we’ll see. Although while I was watching this, I went to Amazon and put the moleskine a5 daily soft cover in my cart. Why do I need it, idk - I just WANT IT okay? 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

[@samplans]

Look at you with the planner lineup!! I had put a SI in my cart, but left. Maybe next year? And YES!! You need that Moleskine. 😅😅

[@witchywendywoo9553]

I loved seeing you set up your Hobonichi for 2025 when I did. My seventh year in it. So sad 😢 When did you fall out of love with the Frixion? I always found it the partner for the Weeks. Xx

[@samplans]

I will add the Frixion to my list of pens to test again. I’m going to try to keep attempting in the background because I don’t want to regret not trying. I’ll let you guys know if something clicks!

[@NannaLynne]

While watching this I noticed another video pop up on my feed!! Jennifer Harvey has just created a personal size notebook with Tomoe River paper and a 5mm grid!!! AAAAAGGGHHH!! 😄😄

[@samplans]

That’s a good grid size. 😊

[@slothmode08]

Did you try contacting Hobonichi?

[@lkessler1]

Hobonichi semi addressed the issue (not very well). The paper issue is wide spread, other planner companies who use this paper are experiencing the same issue, so it’s not really a Hobonichi issue, but a paper issue.

[@slothmode08]

@ ahh.. thanks for letting us know. I ended up switching to just using ballpoint pen so I don’t have an issue. 0.5 gel point pen seems to do okay as well. Hope they fix the issue next year !

[@lkessler1]

@ it’s unfortunate, it will be interesting to see if it truly was just a bad batch of paper, or if this is the new norm for the Sanzen paper. I too use ballpoint mainly, but I do enjoy fountain pens, so I’m just figuring out which inks will work and which I’ll have to use in other journals with thicker paper.

[@samplans]

I haven’t but I’m pretty sure they were only replacing certain lines of planners.

[@TheJadefox640]

I had a reaction to paper and I am looking for something different

[@samplans]

I’m so sorry!!

[@waggermama]

❤❤❤ ochre Malden ❤❤❤

[@samplans]

🫶🏻

[@sistergoldenhair0727]

I despise rings. I quit using them in the 90s. I knew you were a rings fan. I don’t like or need to move pages around and I don’t want to figure out how to archive all those loose papers. Too fiddly and stressful. So your rings actually wigs me out a little bit. But it is your planner and you have to do what’s best for you. I’m just saying I have a visceral negative reaction to rings planners.

[@samplans]

I don’t plan to archive the loose pages, that’s why I transfer the more important/meaningful to my memory keeper. Rings is just a place to dump the things out of my head onto paper. To each their own.

[@kimberlyriley6496]

If you have nothing nice to say - Keep it to yourself and move along!!!

[@samplans]

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[@plannerbrittany]

I love you Sam! I totally relate to your thoughts so much! I found myself over analyzing my planners and everything for years! I’m not sure what clicked for me but I’ve been in discs and actually content somehow. I told myself like “okay, don’t overthink it, you like it now use it and be happy” 😂😂

[@samplans]

Aww, I’m so happy you found discs to be “the one”. And I love you back. 🫶🏻

[@NonprofitAce]

I couldn't believe all the "switch your pen" comments on the last video. I received a Hobo Cousin that is from the "bad batch." I purchased the techo to use fountain pens and ink in, but over half of the inks I own bleed horribly on this paper. So people telling you to change pens infuriated me. This will be my first and probably last year in a Hobo. I am very disappointed after spending all last year wishing I had a Hobo. 😡 I am glad you've found, hopefully, planner(s) that work for you. As for me, I will spend the rest of this year hating my choices and the brand that has let me down.

[@samplans]

I’m so sorry your Hobo was part of the bad batch too! I’m proud of you for sticking it out, that’s exactly what my husband would do. My husband saw those comments and was like, they must be new here. 😅

[@NonprofitAce]

@@samplans I am new too, but I totally get not wanting to change your writing tools. I have a 2023 notebook by Hobonichi and I love it and expected the same quality out of my Cousin. I am too stubborn to admit defeat. I will stick it out...but not happily 😩 I just ordered a bunch of ink samples, so here's to hoping some work in my planner 🤞At least DeAtramentis Document Black does not bleed, so there's one 😅

[@samplans]

I hope something you ordered works perfectly!

[@dlmarsh1916]

I have never seen anyone as stressed over a planner as you are. I am happy for you that a planner is the thing in life that you struggle with this much because things could be so much worse. You are blessed. Here's wishing you planner peace

[@samplans]

Hmm. Not sure if that was a criticism? We are all different. You have no idea how difficult my life has actually been. Some highlights would be abuse and murder. But thanks for pointing out how easy my life must be because I share planner struggles. PS- I was in the same and only planner last year for 8 solid months.

[@midlifeinprogress]

Wow... this was a very passive-aggressive comment. Do you even know her, to know how "much worse" her life is? Some empathy would be nicer.

[@Higgler16]

If you don't care for the video, why not just move on and dispense with the mean comment. Not cool!

[@dlmarsh1916]

​@PlannedShenanigans I trust that was directed to @samplans. I agree with your comments.

[@emdeehogan5078]

@@PlannedShenanigansAnd yet you are apparently still watching Sam’s videos. You must be getting something out of them to have stuck it out with her for 3 years. Impressive.

[@janiewilliams2750]

We have 13 inch in central Ohio. Lots of planner videos lol. I was telling my husband that it is so important to have the right pen and paper. Thanks for your content.

[@samplans]

I’d LOVE that much snow!! Thanks for watching. 🫶🏻

[@sistergoldenhair0727]

Still in all my hobonichis. I just changed my pens. Problem solved🤷🏼‍♀️

[@samplans]

I’m glad you are able to switch yours. I’ve talked a lot about why that’s more difficult for me.