Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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April was full… just not always on paper.

In this April journal flip through and planner flip through, I’m sharing a very real look at missed pages, busy weeks, and what it looks like to start again after falling out of your journaling routine.

You’ll see blank spreads, skipped days, and a mix of creative journal pages from a month that didn’t go perfectly—and honestly, that’s kind of the point.

If you’ve ever felt behind in your planner, struggled with consistency, or stopped journaling for a bit, I hope this encourages you to keep going without trying to catch up.

There’s no perfect system here—just turning the page and starting again.

✨ IN THIS VIDEO:
– April planner flip through
– April journal flip through
– Creative journaling pages (real life, not perfect)
– Missed planner pages + blank spreads
– Getting back into your journaling routine
– Flexible planning + creative habits

✨ MENTIONED / USED:
– 7x9" (HP Classic sized) creative journal
– Monthly “crafty capsule” supplies
– Mixed stationery + small shop finds

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// KIT I USED THIS MONTH //
COCOA DAISY KITS | bit.ly/45XNd90
// You can see the detailed contents of these kits HERE: @christine_everett

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HPC MONTHLY AND WEEKLY INSERTS |
"HINT OF STRUCTURE": bit.ly/4dfPPSG

GRID DOT PAPER purchased from AMAZON:
Letter size, which I trim down and punch myself: amzn.to/4uYJEJW

Highly Recommend THIS punch - it allows paper to flow on discs sooo easily:
bit.ly/4tIe7uE

// INKS I USED THIS MONTH //
CP = Catherine Pooler
SBC = Scrapbook(.)com

—CATHERINE POOLER In the Park—
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/3PNADUE
(CP website): bit.ly/4tiWUs4

—CATHERINE POOLER Clay Mask—
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/4ccwYZd
(CP website): bit.ly/4bU3NJ8

—CATHERINE POOLER Polished—
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/46dC0BE
(CP website): bit.ly/4tLQAKE

—CATHERINE POOLER Skylight—
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/4r0gkRf
(CP website): bit.ly/4bA1f4g

—CATHERINE POOLER With an Olive —
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/4v2T9sw
(CP website): bit.ly/3Q77pAb

—CATHERINE POOLER Cashmere—
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/4bZt8TG
(CP website): bit.ly/3ZICJqv

—CATHERINE POOLER Amber —
Scrapbook(.)com: bit.ly/4uTsY7v
(CP website):bit.ly/41yUUzT

—CATHERINE POOLER Getaway—
(CP website): bit.ly/4dKz6sw

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// STASH I USED THIS MONTH //

Stop the Blur March 2025 Kit: bit.ly/4ckYnZ7 (current)
Everyday Explorer's Kit: bit.ly/4sNL3CU

Variety of digital items printed onto Avery Clear Full Sheet Shipping Labels (Inkjet): amzn.to/3mmfaDv

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// STAMPS I USED THIS MONTH //

HAC Tianne Alpha |
bit.ly/4dQZMrr

RHM Mega Textures |
bit.ly/4aRr5is

CP Natural Flourishes Stamp |
bit.ly/3NNkZIo

CP Bold Bits and Patterns Stamp |
bit.ly/47sKRzQ

HAC Sama Lower Case |
bit.ly/43Nv0Jc

Heidi Swapp Story Tellers Outline Set | (large numbers)
bit.ly/4mahqZE

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My Etsy shop: bit.ly/4cRek8n
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Facebook Group: bit.ly/FBplan2create
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Pinterest: bit.ly/2sT2w3j
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Affiliate links may be used which means I get a small commission if you decide to purchase, but there is NO additional cost to you. All products were purchased by me … occasionally I’ll be sent products from a company with no expectation of endorsement. This video was NOT sponsored, requested, or paid and I did it only because I wanted to share what I enjoy using in my planner. :) #etsycreatorco