Sometimes I have empty pages in my bullet journal and there is no such thing as a wasted page in a bullet journal. Have you got empty pages and no ideas on how you can fill them? If so, this post is for you. I am going to share 5 creative ways you can fill your empty bullet journal pages.
1. Doodling
Practising doodles is a great way to fill empty pages in your bullet journal. I am by no means an artist, but I love to doodle. So using an empty page I have in my bullet journal to practise is a fun creative activity and it definitely makes my bullet journal a lot more artsy. I like using doodles to decorate my weekly spreads throughout my journal, so using the blank spaces means I can experiment with designs and colours.
2. Washi Tape Swatches
Not only is this a good way to fill empty pages in your bullet journal but a great way to use some washi tapes. I like to swatch my washi tapes, so I can refer back to them when designing my weekly spreads. It is so much easier than routing through all my washi tapes.
3. Title Designs
When designing weekly spreads and trackers I like to experiment with different ways to title the page. Using an empty page to trial different writing styles with different pens and colours. Finding fun ways to title pages, can make your bullet journal look colourful and creative.
4. Brush Lettering Practise
I have recently started practising my calligraphy and brush lettering. I love how beautiful the lettering looks in journals and how pretty and elegant it can make the layouts. I have recently brought a Tomboy Dual Brush Pen and a Tombow Fudenosuke Pen. Practise makes perfect as they say! I have a variety of different brush pens in different colours, so I can design a variety of styles. You can see some of my lettering in my posts I shared here and here.
5. Gratitude List
Using a page to write down a list of what I am grateful for, is a great way to fill an empty page. It allows me to reflect on the positives and how lucky I am. This idea works so well especially if I am having a bad day or my anxiety is bad, I can read my list and reflect on positivity and focus my mind. You could also use this idea to list things that make you happy or activities that make you feel happy.
What ways do you like to fill empty pages in your journal? Have you used any of my 5 examples? I’d love to hear in the comments.
Brilliant! Sometimes I use colorful cutouts from magazines to cover some of my blank pages.
That’s another good idea!
I need more wasi tape… haven’t been happy with the selection. May have to order online!!!
Yeah there are plenty of places online that sell it. Happy shopping!
Great ideas! 😊
This is another reminder for me to actually start using a bullet journal.
I keep saying I will but never get around to it.
Love Lozza xo
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It is good fun as well as a great way to be organised. You should definitely give it a go xx
I love this! I would love to bullet journal but wasn’t sure how to fill the pages. These ideas are brilliant!!
Thank you! I hope you have fun with your bullet journal if you decide too take it up x
These are some great ways to fill up extra space in your journal! I am always looking for ways to fill in half pages and such.
Thank you for reading and commenting! I’m glad you like some of these ideas!
Absolutely loved this post, what a great way of making use of the back end of a journal, plus I think it’s important because sometimes there isn’t necessarily emotional space to write anything so it’s useful in that sense 🙂
Thank you so much. Can you send me your blog so I can have a read x
I love all of these ideas to populate into a bullet journal. Your calligraphy is so cute. YESSS on starting a gratitude list – this comes in handy when you are feeling a bit down, there are things to look forward to and appreciate :).
Nancy ♥
Thank you so much. I am trying my hardest but still need more practice. Yes definitely. Xx
I’m going to order some tape it’s stunning.
Definitely should
Thanks for these ideas Lauren! I need to fill up my bullet journal for sure – I think I defo need lettering practice and header designs practice!
Great post
-Lena
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That would be good fun, be good to see your lettering practice xx
Ahh, this makes it look so bright and colourful, I love it. There’s some great suggestions here.
Thank you so my h
That’s great! It’s so much fun isn’t it! Thank you for sharing! Xx
I love your doodles! I need to get back into practising my art skills, so would love to give that idea a go … every time I stop by I’m always inspired to try something new with my journal 🙂 xx
Thank you so much! Aww that’s really sweet of you to say! Thank you for reading and commenting! Xx
Such great ideas! I love to doodle and end up doodling around my notes and making it look messy, so a dedicated page would be great. I like the idea of writing down what you’re grateful for too, it helps you to bring some positivity into your everyday life! I like using pages to test out my pens too so I know what shade they are or whether they still work!x
Thank you for reading and commenting. Pen swatches are a great way to use empty pages too. X
Aww tag me in pictures if you do, I would love to see. Thank you for reading Lisa xx
I look forward to seeing any content on your bullet journal if you decides to share it. Thank you for reading and commenting x
Mine isn’t great, but I am still trying to get there. Aww thank you so much! Thank you for reading and commenting! Xx
I love this post! I have started a planbet/journal over the last 3 weeks and I really enjoy it! I’m going to keep these tips in mind.
That’s awesome! I hope you try some! Thank you for reading and commenting
I hate wasting paper; something about it drives me crazy to the point I use scraps for notes! So, I love your ideas on how to not waste those lovely, empty pages and fill them with something original and beautiful. My favorite pastime is doodling!
Thank you for sharing, reading and commenting! I hope you get to use the ideas!
I am sure I will; all good things take time!
Definitely!!
I like the idea of brush lettering along with doodling. Of course, I would like to add washi tape designs too in the bullet journal.
Thank you! I love being creative. Thank you for reading and commenting!
Beautiful! You’re very creative. I enjoy doodling while watching TV or during a training event/lecture. Its meant to help you remember better! I adore washi tape too and always keep a gratitude journal, but I use an app. Great post 👍
Aww thank you! Oh really what app do you use? Xx
Its called Gratitude Journal. Free and super easy to use. It has a red heart logo ❤
Brilliant. Thank you ❤️
Look at all of your pretty pages! I am jealous of your creativity and skill. Especially with your lettering! It’s incredible.
I’d love a doodle page, but I’m crap at doodling haha. Yours looks amazing.
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You are so kind, thank you! I am rubbish too, but I do it anyway haha x
Nice! I haven’t been consistent lately. I just use it for writing and some doodles. =)