Thursday, December 7, 2017

My 2018 Planner with Plum Paper

*This post is sponsored by Plum Paper.  Thank you for supporting the brands that support Lindsay’s Sweet World.

**UPDATE AS OF MAY 2018 - UNFORTUNATELY THE COUPON CODE IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE!  SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE!**

‘Tis the season for… planning for 2018!

The new year is right around the corner which in my book means… TIME TO GET ORGANIZED!! 


I have used a paper planner my entire life.  When everything went digital many years back I tried using a digital planner on my phone for a few months and nope, BIG mistake.  I dropped the ball on many things almost right away, so I immediately resumed my love affair with all things paper.  I’m a very visual person and I like to be able to see everything lying out in front of me.  I also like tangible things.  And highlighters.  And fun colored pens.  The digital way was just not for me, so yes, I am one of those weirdos that still carries a paper planner in 2017.

As most of you long-time readers know, I have been a faithful Erin Condren user for the last 3.5 years.  However, since the kids have started having different activities this year, I found that my ECLP wasn’t cutting it anymore, mostly because the layout no longer suited my needs. 

I started doing a lot of research on some of the other brands of paper planners, and the one that stood out the most was the planner from Plum Paper.  They have so many customization options, y’all!  It’s unbelievable!  I ultimately decided on that one and absolutely cannot wait to use it.

Want to take a peek inside?  You know you do!

The cover is very sturdy and also water resistant which is great since we have two littles, one who spills everything. 


When you open the planner there is a yearly calendar so you can see the entire year at a glance.  There are also very sturdy tabs for each month, similar to my ECLP.



Each month begins with an overview page where you can list goals, birthdays, events, and things to remember for each month.  There is also a plain lined page to use for whatever you want!  When you flip the page over, there is also a monthly view which is a must have for me.  I like to be able to see all of our appointments, etc. at a glance for the entire month.


Turning the page, you will see the individual days.  I chose the weekly layout and it is arranged very similarly to my ECLP in that there is a single column for each day.  However, the kicker with the Plum Planner is that they allow you to divide each column into however many sections you want AND YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE EACH SECTION.  Y’all!!!!  This was the absolute selling point for me.  It makes my Type A heart so flipping happy I can’t even take it. 



As you can see, I divided each day into the following categories:

Brian – tennis matches and practices, work trips, etc.

Lindsay – appointments, meetings, lunch dates, etc.

Jacob – soccer practices, games, notes for school

Olivia – future extracurricular activities, notes for school (no more forgetting to bring something for Show & Tell on Fridays – haha!)

Blog – post that’s going live that day, link-up reminders, things to do for future posts

Other – section for miscellaneous to-dos that day

Daily – what I’m cooking that day, exercise I did that day, etc.

And the columns have lines!!  #GameChanger

Y’all, I’m giddy.

Behind all of the months I opted to add some blank notes pages.  I will be adding tabs to these for budgeting, Christmas lists, party planning, and other blog stuff.


Behind my blank notes pages, I also opted to add some To-Do List pages.  I have no clue exactly what I’ll use them for yet, but they were so pretty I had to have them.  I love me some list-making!  I am the queen of lists!


Side note, Plum Paper offers oodles of different add-ons – wedding planning pages, budget planning pages… it’s amazing.

Finally at the back of the planner, there is a two-sided folder with pockets.  I typically keep my master to-do list folded up in there along with stamps, and some fun stickers. 

Y’all, I am so excited to get this new planner set up for 2018 and I’m even more excited about putting it to use in January!

I’ve had numerous people ask me to do a post about using my paper planners and I’m hoping to finally do this in the new year!  I will keep you guys posted!!

*Linking up with Sparkles and Lattes for Confessional Thursday and Home of Malones for Thoughts for Thursday.


95 comments:

  1. OH MY GOSH! I love it!! I plan to use 2 planners in 2018. I have my ECLP for my Blog/Etsy Shop and a Day Designer for everyday life....
    Man, I wish I would have seen this and it would have been perfect for BOTH with the customizable tabs...maybe 2019 :)

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  2. Funny I just got my plum paper planner in the mail this week! I used one for 2017 and loved it. I love the custom sections and have mine laid out very similar to yours haha. Cute cover choice!

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  3. I am such a paper girl too!! I have two planners. One for appointments and such that is smaller so I can bring it with me to everything, and then on for blog which is much bigger. I'm hoping to do more pre-planning with my blog so I'm excited about that.

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    1. That is a great idea! I'm thinking eventually I might have to get a planner just for my blog because it takes a lot of work to keep it organized!

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  4. I have a Plum Paper Planner and I love it! I got mine with a meal planning add on and it's the best thing ever! Paper planners just make my heart so happy, I love writing all of the things in them. And I love all of the options for Plum Paper's cover options - they are absolutely beautiful! A few months ago I found a planner on sale for super cheap, so I'm trying it out this year, as much as I love Plum Paper, I love a cheap price for a cute planner even more ;) I'm curious to see how you use your planner in the months to come - that's always the fun part :)

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  5. Oooohhh! I'm loving this planner. Ever since I was little I'd write out lists and not much has changed in adulthood. This planner looks like it has plenty of room everything! I like the idea of having a planner at the beginning of the year. I've had one for the last three years start at the beginning of the school year, so I find this one to be interesting. I'm right there with ya, girlfriend - digital just doesn't cut it. I'd love to see your planner in full effect once you've written everything down! Happy planning!

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  6. I had a plum planner last year! I switched back to EC this year because I got a good deal on the hardcover version.

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  7. I cannot wait for my new planner for next year. I definitely prefer the paper and am ready to get things into it and started. This one looks super neat with all the customizable options. Love that you were able to have a section for each of the family and then more!

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  8. I am such a paper planner gal! I’ve tried using apps on my iPhone and I just can’t do it. Give me the paper and some colored pens! This is a beautiful planner and I love the layout. Thank you for sharing!

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  9. Love how you customized it :) so excited to start afresh this year

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  10. I'm currently using my first Plum Planner and LOVE it!! So awesome you got to work with them!

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  11. I'm obsessed with my Plum Planner! But I had no idea you could customize the pages like you did with your kids! I'm totally doing that next time!

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    1. You definitely need to! It's awesome! That was the deciding factor for me in choosing this one!

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  12. Hi! I was wondering if I could get the 10% promo code you mentioned in your post? Thanks! Nikki

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    1. Hey Nikki, sure! They require me to send it via email so can you please send me your email address? If you don't want to comment here you can just email it to me at lindsayssweetworld@gmail.com

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  13. Thank you! I just sent it! Let me know if you don't get it! And I hope you enjoy!

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  14. Could you email me your promo code if you still have it? Tori@meister2.com

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    1. Just sent it! You should receive the email from Plum Paper!

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  15. Could you email me the promo code as well if it's still available? vikkipass@gmail.com
    Thank you!

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  16. Hello! Just wondering if the coupon code is still available? After I saw this post about customization, I'm sold!!

    Thank you :)
    jayme.norum@gmail.com

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    1. I hate being a bother..it's not working with that email. Can you send it to a different email for me? jcnorum@sourdoughexpress.com
      I appreciate it SOO much!!

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    2. No, it's no bother at all! I just sent it to your new email address!

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  17. Would you please send me an email with your code as well? sharon@h1naz.com

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    1. Hi Sharon, I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper!

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  18. I'd love the code. This is the exact cover I want too :) adaye1015@gmail.com Thanks!!

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    1. Hey Amanda, I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper! Thanks for reading!

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  19. I'd love 10% off please! amclaughlin0128@gmail.com

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  20. Coupon code still active? rachelkathrynbaxter at gmail.com

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  21. I would love to buy a plum paper planner! Can you send me the code? kayleespeer12@gmail.com

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  22. Love this post! I'm looking at buying a Plum Paper Planner. Will you send me your code? tanyalyn@sbcglobal.net

    Thank you!

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  23. Could you please send me the code??
    Bebarcio@gmail.com

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    1. Just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper.

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  24. Love it
    Can I have the promo code
    SarinaSarter@me.com

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    1. Just sent it to you, too! Look for an email from Plum Paper. :o)

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  25. Hello I would love the code as well :) manonlison@hotmail.fr
    I love your blog :)

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    1. Just sent it! And thank you so much! You're so sweet!

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  26. Hi! Could I have the code sent? 22biancal@gmail.com

    Thank you!

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  27. I'd love to get the code as well if it's still valid? Thanks, Lindsay! :)

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  28. Oops! My email address Is: conniemotz@zoho.com - thanks! :)

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    1. Hi Connie, I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper. :o)

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  29. Hello! Getting ready to place my order! May I also have the code? georgiafarrior@hotmail.com

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    1. Hello! I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper. :o)

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  30. Hello! Can you please send me the coupon code? Love your breakdown! erinmward9@gmail.com

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    1. Thanks, Erin! I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper. :o)

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  31. Loved reading this! you convinced me to buy my own! could you email me your coupon code to sarah.thomas62@gmail.com

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    1. Hi Sarah, I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper. I hope you love your planner!

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  32. please email me too if the code is still available: dakaferlady@gmail.com

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    1. Thanks Lindsay, unfortunately I'm receiving an error code stating it's an invalid referral source?

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  34. Hello! Thank you for the review, please email me the code if still available. Turtles3339@gmail.com

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  36. Hey! I was wondering if the code was still available! If so, would you mind sending it my way? clairelove3@icloud.com thank you so much!

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    1. Hi Claire, I just sent it! You should receive an email directly from Plum Paper.

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  37. Is the code still available? Don't know why it took me so long to find this planner. Your review is spot on! Thank you! elissa@couchco.com

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  38. Would you mind sending me the code as well? I would appreciate it! doubleh79@hotmail.com

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  39. Would you send me the code, as well? I'd greatly appreciate it!

    curtissa2@me.com

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  40. Hello! Could you please send me the coupon code as well?? Thanks so much!

    alliegartland@gmail.com

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  41. I would love to receive the coupon code. I have used EC every year till last year when I started using Plum Paper because I like the size better. But, if I can get the EC planner cheaper, I might have to go back. I would love to stick with Plum Paper, so if there is a coupon code, I would love it.

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  42. Hi!

    I'd love to use code as well, my email is mimosa.k@gmail.com. Thanks!

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  43. I have used Erin Condren for 2 years, but they are sooo big! I love that Plum Paper has smaller sizes available! I’m so exited to design one! I would love your coupon code. katiem_10@hotmail.com

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  44. Thanks for this review - I had no idea you could customize all the sections like that. I'm planning to buy one and wondered if you could send me the coupon code? My email is kdurden@gmail.com. Thank you!!

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  46. I love your review and you have convinced me to give the Plum Planner a try!! can you send me the coupon code?? lakingery@hotmail.com

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  47. I would love the promo code as well! jbengtson97@gmail.com thanks!

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  48. could you email it to me as well?! jbengtson97@gmail.com

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  49. I would love a coupon code! My email is slamarre25@gmail.com

    Thanks! Look forward to reading more! :)

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  50. May I please get a code? I'm going back to school! marlenadesmet@yahoo.com

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  51. May I get the code please? stephlauren16@gmail.com

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  52. Can I please have the code too? angieroper@mac.com

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  53. I would love the coupon code!! My email is johannaquijano@gmail.com. Thank you!

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  54. I would love the coupon code as well! MLM5429@lausd.net

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  55. Wow I love your post!! I was also curious if you might still have your promo code so I can try it out? I would really appreciate it! My email is bmpingel@gmail.com if you do!

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    1. Hi Bethany, unfortunately the code is no longer available. I apologize! Thank you for stopping by, though!

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