How to Setup a Commonplace Pocket Notebook!

[@SeaweedKisses]

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[@melso3]

I love how you take something so simple and affordable and show how you can make it work for you. ❤️ So encouraging for those on a tight budget or ones that can't afford the most expensive stationary! Great video! 😊

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! Yes, I'm all for budget-friendly methods. Speaking from past experiences (and many notebook fails), most of the time, less is more. ;)

[@Headtalk]

I read Writing Down the Bones, a sort of advice and self-help book for writers, a decade ago. And while all of her advice for writers was amazing, probably the most directly impactful was her admitting that she writes in 75¢ notebooks for similar reasons as you. I prefer different setups now and use multiple notebooks at once, but I never would’ve really gotten started as a writer if she hadn’t helped me to stop viewing my notebooks as precious.

[@imperfect_pages5331]

I like these little spiral notebooks too! I can’t afford a cover for them, but I use a binder clip to keep it closed, that way it doesn’t get as beat up when I throw it in my bag

[@SeaweedKisses]

Binder clips is a good idea! In the past, I used elastic bands as well. So happy to hear you enjoy these lil notebooks as well! They need to get more love!

[@mahzabinnn]

hot gluing elastic string on the back would work

[@ank4154]

I’ve always used packing tape on the cover to enforce it. 😊

[@calisongbird]

@@ank4154*reinforce 😉 I do that too

[@sarahmccarty2035]

I LOVED this video 😍 so many amazing ideas! I wonder if Pen and Gear is confused as to why this notebook is selling like hot cakes all of a sudden. 😂😂

[@belleburns9671]

New subscriber! I love how you make planning less intimidating by using budget friendly notebooks. Thanks 😊 !

[@Neveronline2024]

I’ve been journaling for a few years and I’m currently in 10th grade with 4 journals. It’s so fun and it’s the best to look back on memories.

[@pawsandbrush]

I love your little notebooks, instead of always taking my phone to note stuff and end up with very boring memo notes I never read again I would write in that kind of notebook, I want to do this!! thanks for the inspirations!!

[@HP_Texas]

I absolutely love these series! Please don't stop sharing these fabulous ideas!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! I'll try to share more as time goes on and setups evolve. :) Appreciate you watching.

[@debbielee93]

My aunt taught me the good Ole 25 cent notebooking way. The one subject full size. Over the years I have moved down in sizes and tried fancier ones but I keep going back to these you show and the bigger cheapies. I find they get more use than the pricier ones.

[@SeaweedKisses]

Yes, exactly! Sometimes less is more (and better)!

[@loveyourself1803]

What is the 25 cent way?

[@ninetyfour04]

I legit squealed when I saw a new video from you (I was slightly embarrassed) hahaha. You just inspire me like no one else. I've picked up a few p&g memo books for myself and have started using it and am trying to figure out my system. At the same time, I don't feel pressured to make it perfect, in fact, I feel so excited to use it however I want until I find my journaling style. I've always loved the idea of journaling, but have made many mistakes. Starting with the fact that I bought bigger journals when I know I don't journal as much and I feel intimidated to fill them up. These little memo books were the perfect solution!!! Thank you!!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Aww, wow! What a heart warming message to wake up to! I'm so happy that my videos inspire you. Hopefully these lil notebooks will do the trick and help break through any journaling intimidation.

[@menm_91]

Such great ideas, as always! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and time. I especially agree with your "breaking the blank page" philosophy. I do have the silly fear of "ruining" a notebook, or "wasting pages," and the anxiety increases in direct proportion to the price of the notebook. So that has been extremely helpful for me. Slap on a watercolor wash, some stickers in the corner, or do some stamping, and my fear decreases dramatically. I'm 100% sure it has to do with my need for perfectionism 😮‍💨

[@SeaweedKisses]

Yes, breaking a notebook in a little with personal touches definitely helps "break the ice!" Thanks for watching!🥰

[@JT1358]

Yup, that fear is real - a new notebook (especially a pretty one) is way too perfect to write in, just incase...

[@anacosta5635]

Crafting life isn’t easy 😅!!! Thank you for this delightful video. Inspirational & I loved watching it!

[@tristantaylor9989]

I went to my local Walmart today and they had a ton of these. I only bought 3 to try. Super excited to play with them

[@adriannefluet5980]

You could also use candy wrappers to decorate your journal

[@marleneschultz3065]

I'm a baby fountain pen fan (my TWSBI pen should be arriving today!!), but I got the pen + gear notebooks after you recommended them, and I tried them with my cheap little Ooly fountain pen. Oh my gosh, the quality is so good!!! I would never have known! Thank you for showing them off!!

[@roloverkitty3336]

I’m new to journaling and wanted to thank you for the ideas. I appreciate you making the process approachable, less intimidating, and sustainable. This format will help me reap the benefits of journaling without letting perfectionism get in the way of letting thoughts and ideas flow. 💕👍🏻

[@melanieannplans2666]

Hello! New subscriber here. 😀I love how functional and decorative you make these smaller notebooks. Also, the packing tape idea is genius! I'm glad I read the description box as well for the Blue's Clues reference, that honestly made my day lol. Have a great weekend!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Hello, and welcome! Thank you so much for watching. Haha, glad someone caught that reference! hehe

[@melanieannplans2666]

@@SeaweedKisses I was maybe a year or two older than the intended audience when Blue's Clues came out, but Blue is just so cute! I'm a grown woman and when I get an actual letter in the mail, I still sing the "We Just Got A Letter" song with no shame 😂 It's nice to meet you!

[@AllieScraps]

I just found you when I saw someone on IG say that the memo notebooks were the new "it" thing ;) and I went to KZbin to see how the cool girls are using them! I'm OBSESSED with how you make planning cute and fun and AFFORDABLE! Love it! And your voice is so soothing! :)

[@SeaweedKisses]

Hi there! 😊Thank you so much for your kind words and for finding your way to my journal channel! I'm thrilled to hear that you came across these little notebooks. They've been my personal favorite for over 2 years and so nice to see how others are inspired to give them a try too! 📔✨

[@ChrisSaenz13]

Thank you - there is so much inspiration here!!!! I have a small CVS caliber notebook I can use for December 4x6 and then next Walmart trip I'm definitely picking up one of the Pen and Gear notebooks ... they are the right price and size and enough paper! I'm so afraid to use paper in my hardcover A6 Dingbats notebook ... plus I don't end up feeling bonded with the books since they are great quality and all but not personalized. Happy December to you and thanks for the wonderful content/inspiration/ideas!!!!!!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you, Chris! Appreciate it. Yes. If possible, try to get your hands on these lil notebooks. Surprisingly, fountain pen inks hold up really well within the pages! P.S. Love watching and hearing about your fountain pens. Found your channel thanks to another commenter's suggestion!

[@menm_91]

@Seaweed Kisses Hey, that was me!!! So glad you like Chris (and that Chris found you) 🤗🤗

[@SeaweedKisses]

@@menm_91 Yes, thank you!!💕

[@janaldr8472]

I love your videos about these little notebooks! I’ve had quite similar ones lying around for some time now and never really knew what to do with them but now I’m quite inspired, so thank you

[@kukichik2553]

I dont know why but every time i try to watch your vlog the video’s keep breaking?

[@teemom78]

Would that little notebook fit in a common passport holder?? Loved this video!!

[@SeaweedKisses]

No, unfortunately. A bit too wide with the spiral coiling.

[@carole5071]

How do you keep/store all of the past notebooks, or do you throw away?

[@Higgler16]

I love little notebooks, and you've given me lots of ideas I am going to try😊

[@SeaweedKisses]

Yay! Hope this video has inspired your own setup!

[@bryanstark324]

That's a bullet jounal not a commonplace book.

[@Eversew139]

I really appreciate this video and your Try These video. I like a good stationary enabling and fancy product just like most of us but it is so good to go back to basics sometimes. I like to be reminded that I can accomplish much with even the humblest of supplies. Thank you, now where did you get that sweet bunny pencil case, ha ha.

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you for watching! The bunny pouch was from a stationery shop I visited in Seoul, Korea years ago!

[@calisongbird]

Very creative! btw, that first C in “accessorize” is a hard C, like in “cat.” Pronounced “ak-cessorize.” 😉

[@SeaweedKisses]

Oh thanks! hehe. I talk so fast and require speech therapy every now and then..😄

[@heyitsam9414]

I love crinkle crinkles 😂

[@SeaweedKisses]

Yeeess!!! Crinkle sounds inspire me to use and flip through the pages more...hahaha!!

[@adriannanorth]

Thanks to you, I have one of these by my bed, I sloppy journal in it before bed.

[@SeaweedKisses]

Yes! Perfect place for them!

[@MariaShelleyCraft]

I really love this size and the smoothness of the paper. Have you found anything like this in grid or graph style? That's my preferred to line

[@SeaweedKisses]

But this brand, no, unfortunately

[@BethieDarlin]

Awesome video! So helpful!

[@priyasambasivan2249]

Just love all your videos. Thank you for this content! Love the ideas for the jotter setup :)

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! Hope to have more ideas to share in these upcoming weeks. Appreciate you being here~

[@jensplannersandjesus]

It costs $1.37 at my Walmart.

[@alyssam7359]

I love the way you talk about things and how your voice sounds. Very relaxing vibe. I’ll watch more videos like this! ❤

[@ceevee9632]

I’ve been using this exact notebook for a few weeks now and I’m obsessed. I have several going for different uses and one comes with me everywhere. Thank you for sharing!!

[@ramondominguez862]

Pen + Gear is one of the best notebook brands i've used. They have great quality and low price, sadly in mexico i can only get them once a year.

[@mikewadley2700]

I just ran across this video and it was very timely. I want to get in the habit of carrying something to write in everywhere I go. There are some good tips in this video that I am going to use. Thanks Michelle! You are a blessing to many people.

[@deborahmeyers551]

Love your process Michelle and thank you so much because you were the one who shaped how I decorate my diary before I use it ofcourse I put my personal spin on it too to make it mine love your videos and how you own your authentic self all over the pages 😊 thanks for your awsome videos 💜

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you, Deborah!! Seeing your encouraging comments always make my day! Got your 2023 lineup all set? ;)

[@deborahmeyers551]

@@SeaweedKisses yes I have 💜

[@elenajopp5128]

Looking forward to the next one on how you use it. I could’ve sworn I left a comment earlier, but maybe forgot to hit send

[@JR-_-2010]

Loved this video a lot. New subscriber here, Keep up the great videos. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@kromsnavelfun]

An idea that occurred to me is to partially cut up the first page and use adhesive tape or glue to create a pocket on the outer flap. Of course, it can also be done at the back

[@aliciahazerian1276]

Love your GREAT Idea!❤

[@SeaweedKisses]

Appreciate you for watching!🥰

[@YehowahDaughter]

Where did you get the ruler from please?

[@SeaweedKisses]

You can find it by searching “Hobonichi Stencil”

[@starling_stitches8157]

I just found these for .78 at Walmart

[@SusanGW]

So is this what you use for your planner?

[@SeaweedKisses]

It’s a daily task organizer. I’m using this together with a Filofax planner at the moment

[@ellelala39]

Love the creative and productive tips!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! There's just something about connecting with a notebook you love. Creaticity jumps out so eagerly.🎨😂

[@Popsicle_Girl]

Hi! I just started journaling and watching your all videos every day 😂 Thank you for sharing your tips! btw, can you give me an information about the fountain pen you used in this video? Looks so smooth, I'd like to order the same one 🖊️

[@SeaweedKisses]

Hello! Thanks for watching. The fountain pen is the TWSBI 580 Diamond Smoke Rose Gold (with a Fine size nib). Ink is Heart of Darkness by Noodler's Ink. Love this pen so much as it writes so well! I just posted a video about it today. If you're interested, check it out.😃

[@mommyingBetchay]

This personalized journal seems like a good gift idea.

[@calmandcharming1599]

Very nice! I just discovered your channel. I like the leather notebook covers. I need some in my life! 😁💚

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you for watching and being here. Welcome to the journal madness! hahaha!

[@anjichurch4406]

Oh man I remember those label stickers from your trip! Oh how I wish those were available in the US!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Oh, good memory! Yes, these label stickers have been part of my collection for years! When I visit Korea again next year, I'll definitely need to restock. When I do, I'll be happy to send you some more, Anji!

[@gwarlow]

Setup starts here: 9:52

[@GHOSTtf-dy2br]

I love how it looks but now it’s not actually a pocket notebook

[@SeaweedKisses]

It is pocket sized, not considering the spiral coils

[@melissabrown4958]

How do you archive them..would love to see how you do so:))

[@SeaweedKisses]

For now, they’re stored on my shelf

[@wendyhoward2699]

Great video! I love your notebooks. Blessings.

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! Much appreciated it.

[@chantalrobinson4013]

I absolutely love ittttt!!!!!! I can't wait to see how u use it all the timee can't wait or the next videoooo!!!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! I'll try to share more as the pages get filled up! :)

[@chantalrobinson4013]

@@SeaweedKisses yayyyyyy awsome I can't wait!!!!!

[@karihuitt9754]

Inspirational indeed!

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@55rodeo]

Thank you for the explanation of the flags. I absolutely loved this video. Such great ideas!!! 💚💚💚

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thanks for watching! Love me some page flags! Lol. They're all over my notebooks & journals!😅

[@CydPiper]

This is wonderful Michelle! Thank you for bringing us your amazing & inspirational content! Love this! very much appreciated & welcomed! 😍🌹

[@SeaweedKisses]

Thank you, thank you! There are so many ideas I want to share...so little time in my day! haha.

[@CydPiper]

@@SeaweedKisses Keep sharing as much as you can please xoxo