Too Much To Do?

Check out these planners to start your new year off right:

2017 ONE DAY AT A TIME MEDIUM AGENDA

$28.00 swoozies.com

Fun features include a double-sided satin ribbon placeholder, two perforated sticker pages, color-coded month tabs and an elastic band closure.

CONTINENTAL LARGE

2017 SOFTCOVER MONTHLY PLANNER

$18.95 calendars.com

New years are for new beginnings, so why not turn a new page (literally), and plan your days and weeks in a planner designed to organize and prioritize?

Critical planning is important for various reasons, including reducing your stress quotient. When you visualize a feasible plan of action in writing, you already have the proper mindset that your goals are attainable. You will also have a clear illustration of whether or not you are staying on schedule—never underestimate the power of a to-do list and check marks.

As a welcome present to 2017, most stores will line their shelves with fresh planners. The level of organization you choose to take in your planning or the type of planner you choose is up to you—it can be as easy or detailed as you want. There are so many products and methods out there that it can be a bit overwhelming. (Have you seen Bullet Journaling in action? If not, check it out here: bulletjournal.com.) In fact, most craft stores now have a whole aisle dedicated to planners and the art of creating a perfectly organized to-do list. Crazy, right? But if you’re just looking for a simple calendar with a pretty cover to write down your work appointments, child’s soccer game and grocery list, that’s OK, too. Explore your options and find what works best for your lifestyle.

Here are some ideas for sprucing up your to-do list in 2017.

› REUSABLE TO-DO SHEETS. Laminate your to-do lists and make them reusable. You can choose a design and print out the PDF for a personalized approach. These are easy to insert into planners or hang up on the refrigerator. Have a marker handy to add tasks to the list as needed—and an eraser to wipe off those you complete.

› WASHI TAPE. A durable planner is important. Applying washi-tape to the corners makes for a stylish planner as well as one that will last a whole 365 days.

› PLANNER TABS. Making your own planner? Free printed planner tabs are also available online. Choose from a variety of floral patterns or solids, and customize the tabs for the ultimate organization.

Includes a monthly planning section and a phone/address section with ample space for notes and reminders. Plus, each new month features a famous quote for extra inspiration.

GRACEFUL GARDEN

2017 PLANNER

$34.00 anthropologie.com

Choose from a pink or red motif—both get the job done. This organizer is also equipped with a section for notes and contacts, and includes a pocket folder.

2017 ERIN CONDREN LIFEPLANNER

STYLIZED ORGANIZER erincondren.com

The ultimate planner to keep life organized. It’s completely customizable; choose from three layouts, two color themes, four coil colors and multiple cover options. Plus there are loads of extras in the upgraded version.

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