My DIY Holiday Planner Setup :: How To Make a Cover/Dividers/Pocket Folder :: Classic Happy Planner

[@ziapaige5751]

Now I know EXACTLY what to do with double sided scrapbook paper that I LOVE but don't want to cut up!!! THANKS lady!

[@squairdplans]

happy to share!

[@Duner99]

Love the idea of a customized holiday planner! I am inspired to try making my own planner covers. I appreciate your honesty about how you would do something differently the next time and letting us learn from you, not just reshooting those parts of your videos so that everything is perfect. Thank you for the creative ideas and sharing all your tips as you work through projects!

[@squairdplans]

My pleasure! I like to see the real life production too! 😉❤️💚

[@dmbascom35]

I have never tried to laminate just the tabs through my laminator. I have the same one as well, but the dollar store sells small laminating sheets for like IDs. You could cut what you need and iron it using the sheet that comes in the package. Just an idea!

[@squairdplans]

Ooo, love the dollar store option! I will be look out for them. TFS!

[@DreamingTinyDesigns]

I haven't laminated tabs with the laminater but I use heavy duty packing tape to cover the tabs and that works well. The last set of dividers I made I just laminated the whole divider

[@squairdplans]

Great tip! TFS!

[@DreamingTinyDesigns]

@@squairdplans my pleasure!

[@SemanadePapel]

I came to suggest the same! I use heavy duty packing tape.

[@laurie2385]

Yes! I use heavy quality pacing tape to “laminate “ gift tags for my handmade gifts.

[@LongWaster]

SUCH a good idea do have a seasonal planner! I'm really looking forward to making ones for easter, halloween, thanksgiving, and Christmas

[@squairdplans]

Oooo, sounds like fun times! If I had more going during the holidays, I'd definitely make more planners. Happy Planning!

[@CreativeDesignbyJessica]

Yes I have laminated one side of my dividers, actually do it all the time. I like creating a wet erase on opposite side of the divider to be used over and over which worked great. One tip is to use scrap paper for the excess plastic to grab on to so it doesn't melt in your machine. TFS Be Blessed

[@squairdplans]

Thanks for the tips, Jessica! 😁👍🏼

[@orc1459]

I just found this video and I am so glad you shared how to do this!! I've been trying for 3 days to figure out how to put a planner together haha. Thanks so much!

[@squairdplans]

So glad it was helpful! I love a good compilation video myself. ;)

[@flowersafeheart]

So festive!! Lots of smart holiday content. Thanks for the DIY tutorials!

[@squairdplans]

My pleasure! Glad you like them!

[@mariacastellano6610]

You made my day! I love what you've done for us. It was so hard to get this project started but like always you provided not only what but how. Thank you and God bless you.

[@squairdplans]

I'm so glad to share, Maria!

[@karinwebster5694]

This is fantastic. I have been wanting to "build" my own planner because I'm just not pleased with the selection lately. I love this! You make it look so easy, I only hope it goes this well when I try it. Thank you so much.

[@squairdplans]

You can do it! Just have fun!

[@nicnack3629]

I've used the self sealing adhesive laminate to cover just tabs. It's thinner, but still works well.

[@squairdplans]

Thanks for the suggestion! :)

[@ritahertzberg5762]

Oh, this is just gorgeous! As a Rabbi, I do not celebrate Christmas but I can see that your wonderful ideas could easily be reworked for winter Jewish holidays. Thanks so much for sharing your creativity. May your Christmas be blessed with infinite joy and light!

[@squairdplans]

Yes, definitely! So many ways to customize this. Blessings to you this holiday season!

[@annefrance9282]

That's a real beautiful looking planner! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@squairdplans]

Happy to share!

[@CoolCraftyCreations]

This is why I love your channel, you provide ways to save economically. Thanks so much! With the price of planner supplies sky rocketing we have to shop our stash and DIY! I purchased a ton of regular undated inserts and extension packs so I don’t plan on purchasing anymore planner stuff. Although I will purchase your inserts on Etsy!

[@squairdplans]

From one frugal gal to another, happy to help!

[@debunger5055]

Stephanie you continue to amaze and delight me! You are so talented and creative and sharing that with us is a true gift. Thank you!!!

[@squairdplans]

Aww, thanks Deb! Happy to share!

[@goldenretrievermom7945]

You are incredibly talented, I had so much fun watching this!

[@squairdplans]

So glad to hear it! Thanks so much! ☺️❤️💚

[@lynetteplans7974]

Love your holiday planner cover. Very pretty. Great instructions. Thank you Stephanie.🎄

[@squairdplans]

Happy to share, Lynette!

[@lenicelacourdia]

Most well out neatest DIY planner I’ve yet to see. Just neat and organized. I would say this was bought but since I know it’s put together from scratch, this is by far one of the best DIY planners I’ve come across.

[@squairdplans]

Thank you so much!

[@kathleenspeegle3517]

Beautifully done!!!

[@squairdplans]

Thanks Kathleen! ☺️❤️💚

[@elizabethbovender7550]

I use tab stickers by We R Memory Keepers..

[@squairdplans]

I'll have to look into those! I've used some tab stickers in the past, but I like the idea of things being all one sheet.

[@lunarbloom3587]

Great video, your planner turned out so beautiful and functional too! 🎄

[@squairdplans]

Thanks so much! 😁❤️💚

[@sarahssassyplans7736]

This looks so pretty!! Awesome!! 💗

[@squairdplans]

Thank you!! 😊

[@ChappyPlans]

I’m obsessed with this! It turned out gorgeous!!! You did an amazing job!

[@squairdplans]

Thank you so much!!

[@michellegallagher8956]

Wonderful and put me into the Christmas spirit already :) Hoping this year we'll be together with those we love as before!

[@squairdplans]

Thanks! And I hope for that too! 🤗💕

[@stickerplansmd7814]

You could try using those self laminating sheets precut it and lay it on one side and fold it over

[@squairdplans]

Thanks for the tip!

[@maureenmccrackin6933]

This is a terrific project! It looks so festive too. In addition, you have given me an idea for a special Christmas gift for my adult daughters. I will try to make them family recipe books following your methods. I may make one for myself too! :)

[@squairdplans]

Great idea! 👍🏼 Happy creating! 🤗🧡

[@reallyfijateperocomocono1131]

I absolutely like really want one of these!!! I LOVE IT! Like I’m floored! AMAZING 🤩

[@squairdplans]

Thanks so much! Glad you like it!

[@nataliecorbin567]

I really enjoyed this video.

[@squairdplans]

So happy to hear it! ☺️❤️💚

[@heatherlawson1699]

Just finding your page and loving it. Disappointed that the Christmas printout is no longer on the Kiki site.

[@squairdplans]

Thanks for checking out the channel! It's a bummer about the Christmas printables, but maybe see if Kiki k released a newer version. ☺️👍

[@Wadecindyj]

THIS is the DIY Christmas planner tutorial I have been waiting for!! Love it!

[@squairdplans]

So happy to hear it, Cindy! 😁❤️💚

[@johnchan6191]

Wow, gr8 planner. Truly custom design 2 any1 delights. Thx 4 sharing yur design technique on Utube.

[@squairdplans]

Thank you so much!

[@tonya-mariejablonski8804]

When sizing my pages for my Classic HP I use 80% and it works great....Love this video...I'm so glad I found your vlogs.....

[@squairdplans]

Scaling works great…glad it worked for you! Thanks for sharing!

[@tonya-mariejablonski8804]

@@squairdplans Where did you find your embellishments??? I love them....I tried searching myself and cant find them....

[@squairdplans]

@@tonya-mariejablonski8804 I’ve had the washi (Heidi swapp I think) and the snowflake punch (recollections) for a long while. The paper pad was from last year. All are from Michael’s.

[@tonya-mariejablonski8804]

@@squairdplans Thanks Im in love of the Classic Truck with the Christmas tree and wanted to find it....

[@kimcham9949]

👍🏾😃 STUNNING!

[@squairdplans]

Thanks so much! 😁💚❤️

[@kimcham9949]

@@squairdplans: 👍🏾

[@mysweettlife]

Loved it!!!

[@squairdplans]

Glad to hear it!

[@Elleffe]

I am so excited!! I have been waiting for this video since summer!!! 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@squairdplans]

YAY! I hope it helps you get things setup!

[@justlaura7177]

This is my newest project now! After watching your video, I knew I had to do this! Your themes in the planner for dividers were SO inspiring too and I am definitely including a reflection tab. Great stuff as usual!

[@squairdplans]

Yay! Thank you!

[@michalchapmanramsey450]

Fabulous!

[@squairdplans]

Thank you! 😁❤️💚

[@deanneghoreishi8605]

I’d like to buy one off you! Nice job!

[@squairdplans]

Well, you can get my printable holiday planner at least. 😉

[@amynorris6390]

I love the design, so cute!

[@squairdplans]

Thank you! 😁

[@ajewelddesign]

Now I'm tempted to make a holiday mini section this year!

[@squairdplans]

A little section is a great way to try it out and see if it works for you!

[@ajewelddesign]

@@squairdplans loved your freebies last year. I had like a month at a glance page in my December section for bucket list and traditions.... Songs. Movies etc... Thinking about doing more pages this year .

[@squairdplans]

@@ajewelddesign I started out 2019 with similarly compact setup. Then last year it expanded and now I’ve got a dedicated planner. I think the most important thing is finding out what you really need and what brings you joy. 😁💚❤️

[@DeeDee_Bean]

This came out really wonderful. Question 🙋‍♀️ could you have put the pocket folder in another sheet of laminate after you placed the washi and the embellishments and ran it through sealing it all up to keep the glitter in?? Or would that be too thick or just not worked hmmm 🤔 Also will you be doing a process video of how you make your Christmas cards and I’d you do can you do it early so we can learn? You give great instructions. Thanks for this video it came out great

[@squairdplans]

First, the double lamination is a good idea, though of course I have not tried it yet. And second, I didn't realize there was interest in non-planner stuff. If' I can get things together far enough in advance, I'll create a video of the process. :)

[@DeeDee_Bean]

@@squairdplans I love anything crafty and you explain your projects so well. Thank you

[@abbylynn8872]

I second any other crafts you'd love to share with us. 💕

[@Goldenplannerbabe]

Wow! 🤯🤯🤯

[@squairdplans]

Thanks! 😁❤️💚

[@marshamindu9696]

This is beautiful!! New subscriber

[@squairdplans]

Thank you, Marsha! Happy to have you onboard! 😁👍🏼

[@anabeanonamission]

Thank you Stephanie! I absolutely LOVE this video!!!!!

[@squairdplans]

Yay! You are so welcome!

[@wendyhoward2699]

This is amazing! Thanks so much for sharing. Blessings.

[@squairdplans]

Thanks Wendy!

[@lcarls71]

Thanks for sharing. Lots of ideas for what I want in my holiday planner.

[@squairdplans]

Yay! Happy Planning!

[@Rachellemiano]

Such a cute idea! I’ve got to get a laminator!!

[@squairdplans]

Yes! I don’t know why I waited so long! 🤗📒💕

[@susanrodriguez8808]

I would use the clear Smead label protectors cut to size for the tabs.

[@squairdplans]

I'll have to check those out! TFS!

[@dazzlingcreativevibesandpl6774]

This is all so gorgeous & simple to do, Stephanie..Thank you so much for the ideas..

[@squairdplans]

Always happy to share, Priya! 😁💚❤️

[@monicab28]

There are some self-sticking lamination sheets that are 4x6. You could use those for the tabs.

[@squairdplans]

Thanks for the suggestion! 😁👍🏼

[@sophiaallen8964]

I’ve cutout clear glossy sticker paper to place over the tabs.

[@squairdplans]

Another great suggestion! TFS! 😁👍🏼

[@JessicaAnderson-yd8xv]

This is amazing!!! Thank you so much for sharing how you did this and how you thought it through, etc.

[@squairdplans]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lesliesilverman6430]

This is amazing!! It looks great.

[@squairdplans]

Thank you so much!

[@jessicakent4265]

Great video! Love how you did everything. I once seen CraftyGirl use a gift bag as her covers with the laminating machine. When I get a laminator I'm so doing that.

[@squairdplans]

That would be such a good way to recycle cute gift bags! 🛍🤗💕

[@Rach_makes_a_plan]

Loved this video!! Great suggestions and content.

[@squairdplans]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed! 😁👍🏼

[@oliviap.vazquez3232]

Beautiful and super helpful. 😊 thanks

[@squairdplans]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sandrabarrientos556]

New to your channel and really liked your tutorial. I planned on doing my first December daily/journal and wanted to use the Happy Planner style and you gave me some great ideas. Thanks.

[@squairdplans]

Awesome! So glad it was helpful!

[@amberturner5986]

Awesome job!!!!!! I got my Christmas planner out last week before going shopping to see what decorations I had listed last year that I wanted to purchase this year. I'm so ready to plan for the holidays.

[@squairdplans]

That is awesome! Glad to hear you are putting your planner to use.

[@karenlaw2002]

Beautiful!

[@squairdplans]

Thank you! ☺️🧡

[@katheysplan3833]

Love, Love,Love it!

[@squairdplans]

Thank you!!

[@laramauss1968]

very nice, twice laminating is - acc. to my opinion- better with a second laminating sheet? Then, the wholes will stay firm.

[@steppy3736]

I'm going to try that! Do you punch the 1st pouch before you laminate a second time, or do you punch all at the end?

[@squairdplans]

thanks for sharing Lara. I will have to try that! Also interested in the process Steppy mentioned.

[@Scrapin2012Designs]

Thank you for the ideas awesome planner

[@squairdplans]

My pleasure! ☺️❤️💚

[@TT-de7wb]

Hi! Love this idea! Can you offer any video help with the sizing for cutting all the pages and the cover out? Also, is there a specific measurement for the placement of the disc holes? I would so appreciate any help in this as I would love to make this! Subscribed and liked!! :)

[@squairdplans]

I just put up my lineup video which walks through cutting and punching printables from my shop: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGbXYWiobNufaac As for the the kikki k planner, my advice would be to crop the pages by hand in your PDF software to the page size. You will likely need to duplicate the pages since most are 2 page spreads. Then once you have a clean file of single pages, scale them up to your desired page size at print. I know it is not a video but hopefully that will help you get your project going.

[@lildea06]

I'm having an adulting is hard moment... Here's Stephanie is planning for the holidays... I'm sitting in my car sulking and eating lunch, in the back of my head praying I just make it through October without cussing out somebody at this college... Trying to decide if I want to quote my Like grandmama this holiday season... I'mma get in my bed, pull the covers over my head, and sleep through the holidays. #adultingishard

[@squairdplans]

Aww, girl. I can tell you had a bad day. Things will look up…just take things one day at a time. Hugs…🤗💕

[@lildea06]

@@squairdplans yes... Yesterday was so rough.. thanks for the hug.

[@UFOCrochet]

I was curious about trying to laminate the tabs only. I have the same laminater you do and amazon basic laminating pocket sheets. I had a laminating sheet that I was trying to laminate by itself to make a clear bookmark and I had to pull the page out mid way because it was getting jammed. So it wasn't laminated all the way. I also had a divider I made out of scrapbook paper. The 1st try I cut out a square of un laminated page bigger than the tab and and ran it through the laminate holding onto the tab tightly, 1 square on each side that was not connected, until it was caught by the feed. The back piece still fell off but the front laminated fine. I cut it down and tried again. This time I cut out a bigger rectangle and folded the laminator sheet peice over the tab. Holding on tight when it was caught by the feeder the edge caught and folded up so it created its own little tab sticking off but the rest laminated fine. Due to the edge folding over I don't have a clean laminated tab. I didnt try a 3rd time. I was able to peel the laminated sheet off the divider very easily after it cooled down. The paper was fine the laminated sheet us pulled off the gold foil that was part of the paper design. I still feel the self laminating sheets would be best. But I don't have any to try

[@squairdplans]

hmm, I had a feeling things would not go as smooth trying to do just the tab. Good idea with the self laminating sheet, though.

[@bonnytiley3998]

Love your channel! Where do you get your arrow pen holders?

[@squairdplans]

Here is the info (also in the description): The Happy Planner Pen Holders, Pink/Black: amzn.to/2J3gpS3

[@rutdiaz]

How do I print the pages to fit my classic happy planner?

[@squairdplans]

So the easiest way to resize the planner is to use print scaling. Here is the formula you can use to find the correct scaling for any inserts: desired planner page size (use either length or width) ÷ actual printable size (corresponding length or width) × 100 = % So, for example, if you want to resize a letter printable (8.5” x 11”) to personal size (3.7”x 6.7”), here is how you would do it: 3.7 ÷ 8.5 × 100 = 43% (width) or 6.7 ÷ 11 × 100 = 60% (length) Use the lower percentage (43% in the example) to ensure nothing is cut off. The closer the percentages are, the better the printable will fit in the desired planner page size. Hope this helps!

[@rutdiaz]

@@squairdplans thank you, it does! but how about this kiki.k free printables? they print two pages in one page, we tried everything to make it happen but we can't figure it out with my sister in law 🤔

[@squairdplans]

@@rutdiaz I used adobe indesign to crop the pages and reformat for classic size. If you have a pdf reader that will crop, you can crop the pages manually before printing. You will need to duplicate the pages somehow so you can get both sides of each sheet.

[@rutdiaz]

@@squairdplans Thank you!!!

[@monicab28]

What kind of paper did you use to print the planner sheets on? It looks like it’s a little thicker than regular printer paper. I LOVE this planner!

[@squairdplans]

The paper I use is HP Printer Paper Premium 32lb, 8.5x11: amzn.to/2rKM19o It’s very bright and thick enough for double sided printing, however any 100-120gsm paper should work just fine. Hope this helps!

[@bonnytiley3998]

How did you change the pages to print classic size?

[@squairdplans]

So the easiest way to resize the planner is to use print scaling. Here is the formula you can use to find the correct scaling for any inserts: desired planner page size (use either length or width) ÷ actual printable size (corresponding length or width) × 100 = % So, for example, if you want to resize a letter printable (8.5” x 11”) to personal size (3.7”x 6.7”), here is how you would do it: 3.7 ÷ 8.5 × 100 = 43% (width) or 6.7 ÷ 11 × 100 = 60% (length) Use the lower percentage (43% in the example) to ensure nothing is cut off. The closer the percentages are, the better the printable will fit in the desired planner page size. Hope this helps!

[@terrieduvall8052]

What brand label maker did you use in this video?

[@squairdplans]

DYMO is the brand. There is a link to it in the video description but here you go: DYMO Label Maker: amzn.to/2M1WCmW

[@vanny100178]

I've never tried laminating just the tab portion, but I do know that because they dymo label maker is thermal, laminating at this point WILL discolor your labels turning them black. I once made some top dividers and laminated after the labels were added. BAD IDEA on my part. 😂

[@squairdplans]

TFS! I will definitely make note of that! 👍🏼

[@vanny100178]

@@squairdplans Anytime! 😊

[@teairraweiss4195]

Does your laminater work well? I’ve been looking for one & I love this!

[@squairdplans]

It’s still pretty new but it has performed well so far. I thought about getting a more expensive one to handle 10mil laminate but I couldn’t justify the cost. I think this one is a great budget friendly option for casual use. 😁👍🏼

[@teairraweiss4195]

@@squairdplans Thank you! Yeah, I hear you about the pricing. I’ve been looking for a cheap one too. Crafting is expensive!

[@jenniferbrooks--planj5459]

Do you find that the we-r-memory keepers punch doesn't punch EXACTLY like the HP punch? I find pages hard to turn on HP discs when I punch them with that punch. I've heard the stem of that punch is narrower than the HP punch.

[@DreamingTinyDesigns]

I use it and haven't had any issues. Maybe just trim a sliver from one side of the stem part if you have trouble? My HP punch barely punches through paper anymore so I use this a lot more now.

[@DreamingTinyDesigns]

Oh also it may be slimmer because the different brand punches are all slightly different (I have used a lot of them) sized.

[@squairdplans]

I have not had any issues with turning pages, etc. but like Christine said, widening the tails will help the papers turn smoother. I have found that the discs you use do make a difference on how the paper fits within it so, also keep that in mind.

[@abbylynn8872]

@@DreamingTinyDesigns use the folded foil trick to sharpen your punch. Fold over several layers and punch away. Then do several more times. This is an old trick from scissors and craft punches.

[@DreamingTinyDesigns]

@@abbylynn8872 I have tried it but maybe I didn't make it thick enough...I will try again!

[@atreides10]

What software do you use to customize things? Photoshop? Illustrator? Something else?

[@squairdplans]

I use both of those and InDesign as well! Just depends on what I am trying to do. I imported the a5 planner pdf into a classic sized indesign file to size them up and make adjustments. I edited the cover in photoshop.

[@planermama4570]

Which font did you use for the quote? It's beautiful!

[@squairdplans]

@@planermama4570 a font called Strings I got on creative market. 😁👍🏼

[@karinnazarro]

Loved your planner! Can you tell how you turned de A5 kikki k organizer into HP size?

[@squairdplans]

Thanks! So the easiest way to resize the planner is to use print scaling. Here is the formula you can use to find the correct scaling for any inserts: desired planner page size (use either length or width) ÷ actual printable size (corresponding length or width) × 100 = % So, for example, if you want to resize a letter printable (8.5” x 11”) to personal size (3.7”x 6.7”), here is how you would do it: 3.7 ÷ 8.5 × 100 = 43% (width) or 6.7 ÷ 11 × 100 = 60% (length) Use the lower percentage (43% in the example) to ensure nothing is cut off. The closer the percentages are, the better the printable will fit in the desired planner page size. Hope this helps!

[@karinnazarro]

@@squairdplans thank you!

[@elopez-wilkin43]

@@squairdplans Thanks for the formula/directions. I do not have fancy software to enlarge the print, but copying on my printer while resizing to 120% did the trick to get from A5 (5.8 x 8.3) to HP Classic size (7.0 x 9.25). These are very cute dividers. Thanks for the link to kikki’s blog.

[@zahrahmillenia]

Self laminating sheets would probably work easy on the tabs

[@squairdplans]

Thanks for the tip! 😁👍🏼

[@64titch]

I am wondering if I can make this into a personal size and if you could tell me how to resize it please...

[@squairdplans]

So the easiest way to resize the planner is to use print scaling. Here is the formula you can use to find the correct scaling for any inserts: desired planner page size (use either length or width) ÷ actual printable size (corresponding length or width) × 100 = % So, for example, if you want to resize a letter printable (8.5” x 11”) to personal size (3.7”x 6.7”), here is how you would do it: 3.7 ÷ 8.5 × 100 = 43% (width) or 6.7 ÷ 11 × 100 = 60% (length) Use the lower percentage (43% in the example) to ensure nothing is cut off. The closer the percentages are, the better the printable will fit in the desired planner page size. Hope this helps!

[@64titch]

@@squairdplans thank you I'll give that a go

[@YehowahDaughter]

Where do you get the inside for your planner?

[@squairdplans]

Check the description of the video for details and links! 😁👍🏼