My New Filofax, Part 1: Calendar Organization

[@tarnz1684]

One of the best planner channels i used to watch. I hope you are doing well :)

[@ArtJourneyUK]

This video is over 4 years old now and it's still one of my favourite planner videos. :)

[@fidesfloris]

I agree.. but i also love all the planner videos Jen puts out :D

[@TheYoungscrapper]

Mine too! A breath of ‘fresh’ air in all the sticker loaded planner videos! Love the functional planning in thuis video!

[@keatondamien9975]

instaBlaster...

[@TheLadyTWells]

Thanks for the mention of the Magnetic clips from the Container Store. I bought them and they are the best for holding the pages in my day planner. They make a big difference.

[@efutch7]

You and I are so similar is so many ways! I also have social anxiety, and I am also very organized and cannot function without my "lists" and organizing my life. I have a binder system right now, maybe I will make a video showing it one day. I have a family binder, my daughters binder, kitchen binder, and my "life" binder (for goals, to do lists, organization, schedules etc...) but after watching your video I would love to get one of those filofax organizers! I am in love!!

[@ShariMason-Sewn_in_Sunshine]

I really enjoy these videos you do in the breakfast room - its more casual...like we're all sitting down having a cuppa and chatting!

[@scrapper900]

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY JEN! I hope you had a fabulous time on your getaway! Love your Filofax! I have to see. it in writing as well. I have really tried to love my iphone calendar too, but I just can't love it, like it maybe sort of sometimes...but I just don't love it. I LOVE your nail polish in this video too! It goes lovely with the binder...LOL

[@Stef6788]

Unbelievable. Every time I watch videos like this with planners and organizing I feel so motivated! But then I always think: there's not a lot I actually do so why plan it out? What are the things you plan in it? I mean sure, I've got my work (shift work) but except for that I wouldn't really know what to put in there...even though I would love to be as organized since I'd feel like I'm actually doing more than sleeping, eating and working! Love your vids! Soo glad I stumbled across your videos!

[@Imanthepeep]

I have a moleskin and a Filofax but now after seeing this video I just want to go play with and organize my Filofax;) I love the personalized sticky notes. I also love the idea of the pouch that keeps all in one place. I enjoyed this video a lot and wanted it to go forever :) love, Iman

[@18marcie18]

How Endearing are you, what a lovely Soul you are...Thank you so much for sharing your Organising wisdom with us all...so glad I was guided to find you ..... you were the first video I was drawn to for when researching about getting myself organised...really excited now for me to get my Finchley too.....how can I not subscribe....many blessings to you and your family x

[@kishakisha17]

Happy Belated B-Day Jen..........! wishing you many more years of happiness and success.

[@LibbyWithnall]

So glad a found your channel a few weeks back. You're like a SUPER organised version of myself....in that I also keep my calenders and to-do lists. I have 2 kids and suffer with arthritis so am no-where near as organised as I used to be, or would like to be, but you are providing me with lots of inspiration. I'm using my resting periods to watch almost all your old videos :-).

[@BambiandLily]

I can't wait till you and Don have a child!!!!! I am so excited to see how you manage life with a baby, i have a two year old and she wears me out.... lol I get so many ideas from you, thank you so much for putting these videos up for us!!!!!! Love you Jenn!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@southerncouponista]

I have become so addicted to Filofax! I have gotten 3 Filofax organizers (A5, pocket, and flex) that I use for different things at work. LOVE how yours turned out and all the inserts and accessories to go with it :)

[@chonky818]

LOVE,LOVE THIS VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much Jen!!! you are just adorable!! thank you for all of the inspiration!! Can't wait to see your project sections!!! :)

[@TaunX2]

I have an A5 Filofax as well and I'm constantly changing the way I use it. Since you've been using the Filofax for over 6 months now, I'd love to see what tweaks you've made to your system. Can you do an updated video? Thanks!

[@RedCardinalCrafts]

Can't wait to see your craft room update!!

[@HBkaleecee]

I have watched many of your videos and find that you are so much like what I am . I do more of the planning part of organizing than really organizing. I love all the pretty planners and tools for the planners, but tend to not use them as i should. All in the best of intentions. I am a pretty paper user and a pen hoard. I love writing things down and do my best to be organized, but only do it when I have the time.I have 6 kids and was obsessed w/ planners, they're my so-called "bible". TFS!!!

[@3Dprint4you]

An iPad with an organizer app. I can also use the calendar program that comes with and it gives you a better view. You can also use the week or day view and print out all the pages you want. Love the reminders too.

[@ephuynh2010]

Thank you for your videos on Filofax they were very informative and thorough. You've help me decide on a planner and how to organize my thoughts and goals. Keep up the good work!

[@Leannnnn]

I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one who uses different color pens on calendars and to-do lists! When I explain my "system" to people, they look at me like I'm crazy. I try to explain that it helps relieve anxiety to everything done that way, but they don't get it.

[@Legomamato6]

I got the Domino last month, still tweaking(may also go with a snap closure) it to work. I used to use Franklin Covey but find that their binders are soooooo much heavier. Love my Filofax since it is so much lighter. Can't wait to see how the project managment section turns out. Debi

[@Smead]

Great to have your New Year's Resolutions handy in the front of your planner!

[@YennSk]

Hi Jen, this is a great video, I have only watched half of it so far but already found 3 great tips I have never thought of before and I am sure they could help me with my organization. Thanks a lot!

[@Traci.Johnson.Francisco]

I used to be a major planner and organizer but I have strayed a bit. Thanks for getting me inspired again!

[@jesslovespolishes]

Hi Jen! I came across a show on the Style network that I love! "The Amandas" it's so me and reminds me of you. Now if only I had lots of extra cash to implement some of their ideas! Slowly...but surely. : ) Hope you get to watch and enjoy!

[@SLPtoMD]

Jen I picked up my very first filofax at the post office today!!! :D I'm sooo excited, I got the Finsbury A5 one in raspberry :) soo pretty. You inspired me to do this!!

[@icclepippa]

I love love LOVE this video!!! Your so likeable, and I found this video really helpful, thank you x

[@BooBooLuv01able]

THANK YOU! I whole-heartedly agree with you on how hard it is setting a designated "clock or punch-out time" at the end of the day work period. My bf, family, and friends don't seem to understand or agree with me. Also it's way harder to schedule "me or down time", since I live in the same place I work. Thanks for your video.

[@roxyfur]

How much time to you take in the evening/morning to write up or update your to-do list? Also, how do you space out housework? Do you spend one day cleaning the entire house or do cleaning every day? Is that schedule something you would be willing to share?

[@nepheliad7638]

Same as the comment below, I have both a Moleskine and a Filofax. I have been using my Moleskine because it's slim and I can throw it in either my large bags or my smaller ones, but the filofax is just so pretty! I just may have to start using it again haha

[@zokally]

I lo ve yogur channel so much! I had been using todoist and iCal for organization until recently. When I realized I needed a Filofax I got it and immediately came home to watch this video again cause I knew you' d have helpful tips. Thank you so much!!!!

[@beautybuff820]

I like that "notebook within a notebook" idea, Jen! And I love the purples. I have to say, I just discovered your 2 channels this last week, and I am totally diggin' 'em! I, like you, am a newer housewife (atleast I think you are newer) who loves organization and planners! I'd love to connect with you and talk sometime, but I am all the way in CA, and I think you are in another state. Take care, girl, and keep up the inspiring videos. ~Courtney

[@3Dprint4you]

You're like my sister that likes to make her calendar and organization things "crafty". :-) love it though and thanks for sharing

[@ShariMason-Sewn_in_Sunshine]

This particular organiser (Filofax Finchley style) is still available on the Australian Filofax website! So pretty - love the red one.

[@uglybobswife]

the uglyone got me a pretty red one as one of my birthday gifts in Oct... I couldn't wait til Jan so i could start using it... there is something very gratify about a paper planner ... i tried to use my iCal but found i missed things.... i did make a rotary perpetual birthday calendar planner ( from a scrapbook paper collection and a large rolodex ) It's very pretty and sits out my craft desk

[@ekatlam23]

Sorry if you have a video on this somewhere already, but when you were talking about how you saved your lists and whatnot from years ago, where/how do you store things like that? Is it as simple as putting them in a box and sticking them in the attic? I get so overwhelmed by things piling up that I end up throwing away or recycling, even things that I'd like to keep...like old birthday cards or whatever, I end up just throwing away. I'd love to see how you store your old belongings.

[@thespongepuppy]

Next year, I'll be beginning my first year at college and one thing I am worried about is managing my time for studying. Do you have any advice/suggestions on how to keep organized for college aged people? I know that you went to college and I kind of need all the help that I can get! :) Thanks Jen :)

[@sharirohde]

Hi Jen! I love your videos, (I am an organizedlikejen addict) and was wondering if you could do a 6 month "heres what worked with my filofax and here is what I changed" video. You inspired me so much with this video, I was hoping to see more. Also, can you do a video on how you organize your meals and your grocery shopping trips? Thanks! You are the best!

[@littledebs2011]

I love your videos and your approach to organizing. I have a smaller filofax but after seeing your system I am considering the A5. Since its been awhile since you did this video I was wondering if you are still happy with your system or not. Have you made any changes to it

[@JudithLeenen]

A little late but: HB2U! I love your system... I started using a Filofax (imitation) too because i'm starting my new job in march and don't think i can manage with my iCal alone. And starting it i figured that i can use it as a todo list too! Mine is not as nice and special as yours but it's OK for now...

[@Romcommunist]

I like to print off my iCal and use that as a physical copy! Loving your videos, just discovered you!

[@rmconway50]

Your just the greatest, love your video...you are glowing today.....looking forward to seeing your up dated craft room...Love you Jen. Rose Marie

[@PatHB2]

I see all the colors used in these planners. My question is how do you decide what color to designate for what subject??? I need to use the color coding (and with the pens too)

[@Danz273]

Could you please do a video on your weekly cleaning schedule and what you do on each day, to keep on top of things? Thanks :)

[@TheGLOSSette]

really into organizing lately and im so glad i stumbled upon your chanel... i subbed right away :) i'm in the process of making my own agenda cuz i dont have much money now so seeing what is in people's agendas and how they organize it is really helpful

[@JustCallMeMeghan]

Happy Belated Birthday, Jen!!

[@Avia66]

You will love your filofax, I do nothing without filo!

[@fanfare78]

I came across this a year later haha! I've bought most of the things you've bought or have but never did I get organized. But by your enthusiasm maybe I will give another try this year. Good video and how things for you this year? Sincerely me

[@lwiener67]

I love your planning videos!!

[@yasjencon]

This gave me many great ideas since I am a pen and paper girl. Can I ask, is there a reason why you like those pens? Thinking of buying them. Also can you please tell me where the clips are from?

[@TaraAE]

Love this video. Filofax paper can be pretty thin, do those colored pens bleed through at all? I'm always looking for a reason to buy more colored pens! I feel a Filofax reorganization in my future. Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@ratbag113]

Hi, I live in the UK and I just wondered if you knew of anywhere I could purchase those magnetic bookmarks/paper clips from - that deliver to the UK possibly? I've looked on Amazon and things but can't find any that look strong enough for this purpose! Thanks

[@misskimberly5]

i really enjoy your videos. i have implemented some of your ideas into my own routine over the past few weeks. keep it up jen, you have great ideas that are helping a college student stay organized. (:

[@emilyanneeeeeee]

If you like keeping track of your week you should d/l the WeekCal app on your iphone! You can see a weekly view of your events, something the default calendar lacks. And it also has a "mini month" view where you can view the month but instead of those colored dots it actually shows what you typed in for that day. I love it!

[@michellejones1665]

Container store has a multicolor week at a glance pad for 15.99, 50 sheets f paper. It's not sticky and u may have to cut it but it is sooo pretty that I find it motivating. It's great for meal planning, so if Don does more of that or you do it together I thought you might like to chk it out. Although, u prolly already know about it!! Lol

[@PurdyBear1]

I love the filefax, I have a few. I use one to put all my family history etc. I also agree with the working at home thing. Im a carer and its a very long day and its hard to get that cut off period. Im using a A5 page per day for the todos at the moment, its the first year Iv done that so I may change it for next year.

[@ashleyamandadesigns]

Happy Belated Birthday Jenn! Just a tid.. have you heard of Quo Vadis? I'm looking into their planners

[@Ruby2020-h1j]

This video was really helpful. Some of the refills didn't have images for on the Filofax website.

[@Krys72599]

Jen, don't you find it a waste to manage a digital AND paper calendar? I find myself spending more time recreating the same appts, copying them from one to the other. I must own dozens of calendars/notebooks/apps & and I'm still trying to find the right one or combination. One hint from a pro organizer I worked with: when you work with a to do list, once you complete an item, HIGHLIGHT it rather than cross it off. It's easier to see and so much easier to read when you have to refer back.

[@ashleyamandadesigns]

Ugh I just ordered the whole filofax system! Your a bad influence Jen ;) I can't wait to get more organized. I too was battling between my iCal and my coach planner. The coach planner was too small and I kept forgetting my appointments. But your right about iCal! its not the greatest calendar app! Thanks so much for this video!!

[@boek88]

and: Your filofax looks good, and very convenient for all the project planning.

[@liveintentionally1]

so happy to see a video from you! What did you think about Tiffany's coupon video?

[@Stef6788]

It's High School..if they'll find something about you to find weird ;-) Just do what you think will work for you! I wish I had that much sense about being organized when I went to High School!! And after all it doesn't have to be the rather pricey filofax organizers if you're worried about that, you could start off with a cheaper one that basically has the same system. Hope you don't mind me answering but I love getting fast answers and Jen's got soo many things to read and answer!

[@cdimples2]

would love to know where your friend bought the post it gift box.

[@95482jamie]

what color nail polish are you wearing i love it

[@vlasianiotis1452]

I love filofax's. So I'm just starting highschool... do you think it's okay to have a Filofax? would other students think its weird?? it's just that I've always wanted to get better organized... ?

[@sweetgram2011]

i definetly gotta get one of them dont know which one yet

[@Haeschen05]

Hey Jen, I just saw your video and I'm desperately looking for the iphone case you have. Could you tell me where I can get it. Like a website because I'm from Germany ;) please please please answer me! Thank you, Lena

[@SharonHKim-bz7nx]

thanks for all the vids. how are you using your planner? do you like it or not? video plz :) ^^

[@missbreeza]

did u get all those stationary accessories from thecontainer store too?

[@LaToyasLibrary]

This question does not pertain to this vidoe, but i doubt u would have saw it on your old video. How do you color code your clothes. Do you follow a color or well or something? I am really interested

[@Yvonneb_]

Hi, I am used to you on the other channel lol. youtube just offered me this to watch its over a year old lol. Do you still do the filofax ? I would love one but they are so expensive in the UK so I use a cheaper version ( a notebook ) I do intend getting one when finances allow ;-) xx

[@533134]

She does off and on.

[@crimsonsun73]

i LOVED this video and i am sooo happy that i've found you. not that i thought i was the only person crazy about planners, organization and time management but i didn't realize i would find it on youtube (and i'm on here all the time) i haven't quite perfected organization yet, i go through phases, and you just put me in the perfect mood to get it together, thank you, thank you, thank you! [Subscribe] ps. you are a beauty which is a plus since i'll be watching every single one of your videos :)

[@mysummertouch]

Could you show your gratiotude journal, please?

[@3lifetimes]

Thanks for a great review. I am new to your channel. Is this system still working well for you?

[@loveenusia28]

Cant tell you how much i love this video..just AWESOME! xx

[@enjoyette]

Was waiting for this video. Glad it's here and long! Thank you.

[@maniago98]

Jen, I am waiting for my A5 Malden to get here. Currently backordered which makes me sad, but it is what it is. This will be my first Filofax ever. I really wanted to Finchley but since that is not possible I am very excited for the Malden. My question is that I too love the inserts you put into your FF. How many day pages can you get in at once (being able to turn the pages), and did you get a whole year of monthly? Please forgive me if you answered this. Kat

[@bankomeister11]

I love this iphone calendar app because it has a ton of views that are completely customizable. For some reason I can't post a link. It's called "Week Calendar" by UtiliTap. There are other nice calendar apps for iPhone but I like this one best.

[@ForTheLoveOfBooksx00]

you live in glenview?? i live right next door in des plaines. So cool!

[@boek88]

Take a look at app Week Cal for your iPhone, its much more convenient, has a week-view, mini-month and colors.

[@dreamdesignmom]

Thanks for this video!! Happy Birthday!!

[@Miauuu71]

Hi Jen!Your video inspired me,to get a Finchley,too!Now I am absolutely "burning"for ff ;o))

[@shahana_dutt]

Hey hey hey! JIC Jen doesnt answer you, I think Cellairis sells a case like that. Its SORTA expensive.... but yeahhh I am not sure but i think so so yeah hope this helps :D

[@twinsmammy]

Jen-the container store doesn't carry the Oli magnetic bookmarks anymore! Do you know where else they can be purchased? I've looked and looked!!

[@MsHydrolove]

I know your comment is rather old, but for everyone who is still interested maybe: You can find those magnetic bookmarks on Etsy :) In various colours and sizes!

[@melissabutland7081]

Hey Jen, love your videos. I am looking to set up my own Filofax but can't find day on a page for A5 anywhere. Do you get your calendars directly from their website?

[@alicecgong]

try calvetica for ur phone. it provides u a monthly view like a filofax (aka show u events in a monthly view and u dont have to click on it) i recently got a filofax too but i'd still like to keep my digital copy just because it's convenient and all :/ but i really like the feeling of planning everything on paper. and phones/tablets are such distractions when im trying to work

[@mlokrongly09]

I'm just curious.. do you have a life journal? I really want to start because I regret not having one as I grew up. It sounds kind of silly now that I'm writing it down, but I feel like I almost need motivation to start journaling! I follow the Shaytards on yt and a part of their lifestyle/religion is that they keep a life journal. It sounds like such a good idea, but I really don't know where to start. I don't care for physically writing things down so maybe if I journaled on my computer?

[@ilovebeinagirl]

What color nail polish are you wearing?

[@Zinetha]

I only have this Burde college student calendar. it has a personal info page, whole year page with name days and national holidays, three week scheldules (which I can't use since our schedule changes every week at least a little.. i might rip them off), four test result pages, whole year from july to next july week-on-a-page 2012-2013, half year-a-page july 2013-june 2014, two years a page 2012-2015, some student info, a internet-page, 12 empty pages and 4-page address/e-mail/phone thingie. :)

[@love1749]

whered you get those colored pens at?

[@Zinetha]

I would love a day-on-a-page calendar

[@Leannnnn]

@drawn2love Haha! It's so much easier and quicker to read when you know red means do today, blue means this week, green means this month, or whatever. Plus it gives me an excuse to buy pretty colored pens!

[@amybamy10]

hope you dont mind me asking but how much was your filofax?

[@Pixie82]

I got your Holiday card today :) Love your video.

[@Inguteliute]

Love love love your videos!!! I'm also mad about organization so feels good to know that I'm not the only one like that:DD

[@elisabeth3597]

you remind me so so so much of lea michelle!

[@SuperLunchable]

it looks like one of the cases from elle & blair for cellairis

[@Twiland7]

I think it's from the Elle and Blair Cellairis line

[@jaymelorakeet]

OMGosh I LOVE Le Pen