the attic archives | ep. 57 ✸ a quiet week chipping away at things at home ✨🛋️

[@theo.s]

‘Very low stakes’ in the section about ‘My Roomate is a Vampire’ made me cackle

[@CamilaRodrigues-dk2zq]

I am loving the attention the hobonichi is getting ❤

[@contrapasso]

The vibes of this video are very much how I’m feeling haha. Still having residual psychosis from an episode that I can’t seem to get rid of. My brain is so tired. Trying to keep my spirits up. Hope next week is better for both of us ❤️‍🩹

[@happynotes5106]

It took me a year to feel normal again after my episode, please hang in there ❤❤

[@AmeliasxExistentialxAnthology]

I love your spreadsheet! You put a lot of time and thought into what you're looking for. I was having a lot of problems with planners and journals last year. Ultimately I did a mind map for what I need. And I started this year in a TN and haven't looked back. The ability to customize was appealing while having it be "bound". Archiving is a lot easier. Also, each booklet lets me change when I need to, while also organizing and committing longer than a few weeks. It's so flexible but also helps me stay committed. I hope you're doing well and giving yourself grace! We are ever-evolving, and it makes sense our planners (who are a reflection of US) are also evolving. ❤

[@AmeliasxExistentialxAnthology]

To add, as I watch further in your videos, I also use sterling ink booklets. They are amazing quality and I really have zero complaints. Their monthly and weekly booklets are great, too. The onyx and forest colors are gorgeous in person. I hope you enjoy them as well. I do enjoy watching you try new things, though I know it can be stressful.

[@k-lingon-berry]

I think whenever the current notebook system causes friction it's tempting to try another system, I definitely feel that. From your spreadsheet the TN system does seems to have all the features you want (at least on paper). Personally I could never really get on with the whole elastic + thin booklet thing, I also disliked storing them. But the fresh start of a new booklet could be really nice, I also enjoyed decorating the booklet covers. When I used a ring binder I archived my pages in chronological "packages", not separated by topic, and just bound the pages together with string - using some stiffer paper as a "cover". I loved the aesthetic of those page packages and kept them in a pretty shoe box. Much slimmer than PVC binders, but idk if that'd be your cuppa. Anyway, I'm looking forward to seeing how you get on with the TN. And omg, Tamagotchi Corner Shop, such a blast from the past! I loved that game on the DS lite. My favourite mini-game was making those fried dough balls with octopus inside, I forget what they're called.

[@knitwitchcraftingpodcast]

tamagotchi corner shop was everything!!! so excited for the spooky uni

[@margueritemoore2603]

You said "September" and little bell dinged in my heart. LOL, barely even started summer here. Can confirm that Gathering Moss is quite interesting. Love the summer stickers. They have a feeling of looking at the bright world through sunglasses.

[@nathaanatos]

A potential idea for filofax archiving that I've thought of but never tested myself---- Since you can buy rings separately, could you buy those and a decently thick sheet of cardstock and make a sort of craft binder folder? That may be a big more work since it isn't a one-and-done binder solution, but the sizing of it could be completely customizable. You could probably hold it closed with treasury tags or just a rubber band thing.

[@lila3618]

My first ever hobonichi just arrived like 5 minutes ago... and the pages are THIN 😅 I did not know tomoe river pages were this thin. It will take me some time to get used to it but I like how soft smooth it feels ♥️

[@katiemarshall8033]

Oh cool! You have some fun crinkling to look forward to

[@lila3618]

@@katiemarshall8033 I didn't write anything on it yet, but I keep picking it up and flipping through the pages cause it is so satisfactory ☺️ love the crinkling 👌

[@lilyandpoppies]

i love how you move your hands!! it just looks so so graceful and like emphasize how you articulate your words, i find very comforting 😊

[@six2917]

I laughed so hard at the spreadsheet, because... I just had a massive rant to a friend today about a system. I'm literally in planner shambles and have been for the longest time. It's actually making me think (from your previous videos), I have something going on as well, because you mentioned something about diving into different planners to have a sense of control and man... I think I have the exact same "issues". It's fun but then becomes stressful with what you waste, what you don't use, what you don't enjoy, what you spent money on, etc... I needed this today. Thank you. Genuinely think I'll be making a massive spreadsheet list too. I'm currently stuck on what to do for a bullet journal, long time Archer and Olive (and similar brands) user, but I'm kinda burnt out on it all. Definitely come to appreciate stats and information more over excessive drawings (that I'm not that good at anyway!). Which made me swap to a Midori, then back to my first notebook I ever used an LT1917, hated it, went back to the Midori, hated that too... Keep logging everything in the Hobonichi weeks (first year trying that brand) and... I don't know if it's working. Got my first A6 techo this year, thought I'd hate it, cause I was used to thick paper, didn't hate it... Ordered the cousin... Both as daily journals. Loved the idea of having more space to write because sometimes I just wanna word vomit, however, the small A6 just seems more convenient... THEN... Traveler's notebook came back into the picture. Seems like the perfect size between the Hobonichi A6 and A5... And I hate it. My poor wallet. I ordered the passport size a while back and hated that, it's just too small. So I've considered the regular now... What I've done is just ordered a grid and dot grid insert, I'll try and keep it as my daily writing (along side whichever hobonichi for now) to see how I like it, if I end up liking it I might have to sell a kidney and get the TN standard size. Ahem... About that spreadsheet. I'll be going now.

[@CrimsonKas]

I’m excited to see how the Traveler’s notebook works for you. I hope you feel better soon!

[@cheezleweasel661]

hope you feel well soon, and that sleep returns to a more manageable place. also, finding your videos last year convinced me to finally take the dive and try to start selling my art, and i had my first ever market stall recently with another one coming up soon ! always telling my friends to go watch your videos because they've been the calm encouragement i really needed. and a really nice way to spend my saturday or sunday morning ^_^

[@tuyetanliu]

hey megan! i don't mean to send you on another planner journey, but have you considered a more standard size of filofax like an a5? i think it offers you solutions for a lot of the issues you have with it and provides the benefits of the hobonichi a5. the archival solutions are much more abundant (i use jumping fox design or a set of three plastic ones similar to school binders and an expanding accordion file). i think the page size will also allow you to create larger pages that have both a daily journal entry and a commonplace on the same page so they're not out of context. i think one of the issues you hit with the personal/franklin covey personal is that the archive solutions are less abundant due to the uncommon sizing.

[@scenemime]

It's so cool to see you working things out, I'm defo inspired to make a planner spreadsheet!

[@esque-fd9zn]

Have you considered secondhand filofax binders for archiving? The non leather ones are usually pretty affordable, are still aesthetically pleasing and you could color code different kind of archives?

[@chaoswitheris463]

Wonderful video!!!! Perfect for a chill Saturday morning! I'm excited to binge watch all of your attic archives! I hope you feel better soon and the sleep issues ease ❤

[@moonsandbears]

stoked to hear you mention traveler's notebooks! it has been my main system for almost a year now. I have a notes book, journaling & prompts, commonplacing, DND related things, etc etc. sometimes I just yeet a book out because i don't use it and it's a joy. I use a hobonichi for creative memory keeping (very messy, no planning, just vibes, ephemera, memories and pictures). I have a Louise Carmen roadbook for my TN (they are a special size, so a bit wider than traveler size - a5 moleskine sized basically but any TN stuff ALSO fits which is cool? my books are mismatched), they are not cheap but the customization is sooo so endearing.

[@chronicallyembarrassed]

The TN looks awesome!

[@tiny-yaga]

i love that you have a cushion with the london transport fabric! ❤ wishing you a speedy recovery 🍀🍀

[@hometoheather]

You might enjoy "Braiding Sweetgrass" It's a book of Canadian Indigenous wisdom and there is a lot of info about natural elements, ponds, maple trees etc. woven into memoirs. Not specifically bogs, but you may still enjoy it.

[@morgannj5380]

So nice to see another in the trenches I call TN vs Filofax. I’ve been fighting all year between the two and have been scrambling to keep the hobo weeks up to date as an “important info” archive… hopefully I’ll figure it out by the time I need to pick a system for next year

[@alegmr97]

I really love your videos and your presence 🖤 thanks!

[@alegmr97]

I know that i always say the same things but I just love all the things that you do and all the things that you have. Makes me feel like home, like I see you and I see me through you idk. Is just like a vibe and I appreciate that. I have seen all your videos and I just can watch them and heard them in the background all day because it makes me feel in peace and thank your for that.

[@lucklessghoul]

i preordered that tamagotchi just the other day!! had to do it off a small american site since im canada zoned and nothing ever gets released here for ages haha. i will admit in the back of my mind i was like 'oh i think petite gloom would love this'

[@doctorfrogmonster]

I hate to muddy the waters but a5 Roterfaden might be a solution? You could put the day free and two thin booklets in? It would fit your system but maybe not your aesthetic.

[@erininspace]

Sorry you aren't feeling well - hope it's a quick one. For coffee with gloom: two options in case either are video-worthy. (1) How do you find your own balance - i.e. protect your space without then also feeling isolated? (2) How do you find having a dog vs a cat? Care-wise and peace-wise - is it a lot harder? I love Wednesday (and dogs in general) but have always had cats.Thank you for your videos - I am glad YT sent me here early last year. ☕

[@minapomelo]

Tamagotchi corner shop is sooo good🥹💖

[@sambbbb]

I love Sterling Ink, and I'm so excited you're trying them out

[@ChantelleArts]

This is so satisfying, what a stunning video☺☺

[@nexbatista]

Can you link the article about our relationship with the dead please? Would love to read it!

[@MyNomadPlanner]

I love the aesthetics of your pages, they are super inspiring. Can I ask, how do you find time to write so much? I try to write through the day, but my pages do not look nearly as full as yours. Beautiful books!

[@daisyinmydays]

I have kinda similar book band pen case, and it's very comfortable!! I wish i had this when I was at university...

[@sophiaisabelle027]

Your space looks nice. For the most part it complements your personality and whatever goals you have in mind that you plan on achieving.

[@agatastachura8200]

Hi, I've been watching your videos for quite a while but I am a quiet type, almost never leave comments. I would very much like to see another Q&A! I also have a little suggestion, take it into concideration if you please, if not - leave it, I won't be upset. I would love to see your tamagotchi collection, maybe a little guide for people that are interested but never had the chance to try it out. Thank you for everything you do, you are making my life brighter

[@WitchPaper1]

I would LOVE to know more about the origins and details and whatever you want to share about your Sherlock Holmes special interest!! Btw some Sherlock Holmes lore is mentioned in the book The Lost Rainforests of Britain :)) which I highly recommend

[@Limbothy]

Omg please update if/when you get the tamagotchi!! I don’t know if I’ll be able to get the monster when it comes out but I want it soooo bad

[@seireep]

Thank you for the video, and happy June, I hope you get better soon❤‍🩹 Very random question, do you have any inclination towards or thoughts about cosmic horror? Asking because my comfort space is HP Lovecraft's books (I know, yikes) and other old sci-fi books that send me into an existential dread that makes me feel so tiny I forget my everyday worries.

[@MilliPidi]

Have you read Frankenstein? By Mary Shelley. I haven’t heard of cosmic horror before and will be looking into it 😊

[@seireep]

@@MilliPidi I have, in fact, but in school many many years ago! Maybe I should read it again

[@Sam.v726]

Hope you start feeling better soon! I'm curious about how you've been liking your new pen?

[@Aqua_Metztli_Janus]

Hope you feel better soon!

[@cintiagarsan8946]

Hi! Can you share the name of the article that you mentioned? Thank you!! Loved the video, they always bring me peace and calmness✨✨

[@thejournaldiaries]

Question - where do you get your articles that you print or write in your journals please

[@yolandaorta1272]

First time writting you, salutations and hope you feel better, i dont know if you seen The Aesthetic Dollar binders she has binders with short and long rings I understand 😅

[@thenunujournals]

Coming to the UK in August, and I can finally order your stickers 🎉😊yayy

[@earthyurbanite]

Is your coach bag the soft tabby?

[@ashmelville]

ah yay I've been hoping for another coffee with gloom! ⭐ My question is: do you deal with negative self-talk around your dyscalculia? and if so, have you found something that helps you? I have dyslexia and a specific learning comprehension disorder and I often feel like a “defect factory toy” lol :’) so any mindsets or tips you may have in your experience? 🤍

[@yesseniaortiz3971]

Hey Megan! All the way from Mexico! 🇲🇽 Loving every second of your videos. ❤️ How do you get that aesthetic in your videos? Would love to see more “Vlogs”

[@raijaynehearse]

Pleeeease tell me, how do I get Tamagotchi Corner Shop on my Switch? I loved that game soooo much xx

[@christinanovelle]

What is the thing called that you used with the letters (the label maker)

[@MilliPidi]

Hii! Hope you start to feel better soon. Also wishing you the best on your sleep study 🫶🏻 #coffeewithgloom 🌌☕️ 🌧️📠🧸💌 What do you use to create layouts? I was wondering about how you get the articles you print to be that size. What printer do you use? What kind of computer do you have? Do you use anything for digital archives to back up pictures and articles and spreadsheets you make? Such as hard drives?

[@dianaclara9065]

I admire your bracelets. Where are they from? And can you take them off?

[@dibdiblicious]

hello, can u make a video how u edit and colorgrade your video? so nice

[@amywoolsey6591]

Hi Wednesday 🐾

[@TamiMartins]

I love your content. And I know u said u would not change the music because it’s overwhelming, 🥲 But maybe you could vary between 2 or 3. 😬😬😬 I can’t handle listen to this one forever 😬 please 🙈 ❤️ Love love everything else.