Leuchtturm released three planners for the 2012 planning year. In addition to pen-friendly paper and adhesive labels we are accustomed to with Leuchtturm notebooks, the planners feature a few extras that you won't find in other planners. One of the most unique features is the fold-out project planner in the front of each planner, perfect for scheduling long-term projects. Read More

Ciak 2011-2012 Daily Academic Planners are Now in Stock at JournalingArts.com. Each planner features a daily planning format with sections designed specifically for students. Colors available are red, black and orange. Read More

While the clean, virgin pages of a new journal are typically where the bulk of creativity happens during the journaling process, the covers can be equally compelling. The vast, empty space just begs to be embellished. Whether you are artistic or not, there are many things you can do to make your journal uniquely yours. I discovered that a Ciak journal has a sublime surface for decoration. Not only is the surface of the cover rich with color, but it is smooth and accepts solvent-based inks and markers as though it were made for this type of embellishment. The cover is soft and leather-like so it can be embossed, painted, decorated with metallic pens, or even rubber stamped.

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If you want to organize your notebook but you don’t want to deal with sticky tabs or other items that poke out from the edges of your notebook, this hack is for you. With a marker, you can create sections by coloring the edges of your notebook. Use a water-based or a non-bleeding marker if you don’t want the color to seep into the pages. If you prefer a monotone look, use a black marker instead of colored one for a uniform, monochromatic look.

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Moleskine's newest Cover Art Weekly Planners have arrived! Cover Art illustrations by Sergey Bakin and Mattias Adolfsson add an exciting look to the planners while giving you world-class planning at your fingertips.The leather-like, oilcloth `moleskin' cover is adorned with illustrations both front and back, giving you a unique planner that will stand out from the crowd. Each Cover Art Moleskine Planner comes with a ribbon place holder and a pocket on the inside back cover for holding for holding photos, tickets, notes, etc. An address book keeps your contacts close at hand. Dated January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012 with a horizontal planning format across each 2-page spread.

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A thorough and informative review of Leuchtturm journals at Lady Dandelion’s blog answers the question about notebook paper and fountain pen compatibility. Armed with Leuchtturm, Moleskin and Rhodia notebooks along with fountain pen and ink, she shares the results of writing in each journal. For those of you who love writing in journals with fountain pens, find out how Leuchtturm compare to the notebooks you are using now. “As most people who like to write and are conscious about which pens they write with – I’m on a perpetual hunt for a real good notebook. I find it harder to find a good notebook with fountain pen friendly paper than to find a reasonably priced fountain pen with a pleasant nib or a beautiful ink. . . Let us know what you are using and what combination works best for you by leaving a comment including your pen, ink and notebook preference. Excerpt published with permission of Lady Dandelion.

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Anticipating the new Rhodia Webbie 3.0 notebook? If so, head on over to the Whatever blog and read Julie’s review of the new Rhodia Webbie 3.0. While you are there, be sure to leave a comment by Saturday, August 28th for a chance to win one. The givewaway is open to everyone worldwide and you could be the winner! I have these on order but still have a few of the previous version at clearance prices at journalingarts.com. Prices good while supplies last. Read More