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5 Ways to Use the Archer and Olive Kit Club
05/31/25 5 min read

5 Ways to Use the Archer and Olive Kit Club

Not sure how to use your new kit club subscription? Elizabeth (@thejoyfulsojourn) is here to show you 5 different bullet journal or planner layouts that are fun decorate with your monthly kit club!

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Wellness Check-Ins: The Perfect Way to Use your Journal to Check-In with the Quality Activities that Improve your Life!
03/22/26 3 min read
Wellness Check-Ins: The Perfect Way to Use your Journal to Check-In with the Quality Activities that Improve your Life!

Hi, Nolana here to share with you a quality-based wellness check-in layout. Using any wellness-related layout is a great way to incorporate journaling into your daily wellness.

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How to Start A Daily Art Journal
12/06/25 2 min read
How to Start A Daily Art Journal

Hi, I’m Amanda and today we are going to be starting up our daily journal for the new year. If one of your new year’s resolutions is to be more creative, here are some simple art journal ideas to get yourself started. Creativity is something that needs to be practiced, so let’s get into an artistic routine! 

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Everyday Journaling Practices for Calm, Clarity, and Creativity
11/08/25 3 min read
Everyday Journaling Practices for Calm, Clarity, and Creativity

Hi! Today I am excited to share some easy everyday journaling practices to start today. Whether you use an Archer & Olive dot grid notebook, a pre-made planner, or even a few pages from a notepad, these small daily practices can help you find calm, clarity, and creativity, without adding pressure or perfectionism.

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Overcoming Anxiety of Starting a New Notebook
09/13/25 3 min read
Overcoming Anxiety of Starting a New Notebook

Do you ever feel hesitant starting to put words or marks in your new, pristine notebook? I have, and after asking some people about it, I found I'm not alone. Do you need some ideas for breaking through the hesitancy to begin in a pristine, beautiful notebook? In this post you will find some easy ways to push past the apprehension or even fear of 'ruining' such a beautiful journal. 

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Creating An About Me Page In Your Journal
04/13/25 3 min read
Creating An About Me Page In Your Journal

Hello, Keisha here. In this blog I will be sharing what an all about me page is, what tools I use to create it, and how I designed the page. Let's get into it!

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How To Set Up A Memory Keeping Journal Spread
12/07/24 3 min read
How To Set Up A Memory Keeping Journal Spread

Hello Keisha here! Today we’re creating a memory journal in the Archer & Olive 8X8 sized square journal. This memory keeping journal will help you capture those special moments each month. I will be sharing three amazing ways to document your memorable moments with hand drawn art, words and photos.

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Practice Daily Wellness in your Journal with "Notes to Self"
04/14/24 3 min read
Practice Daily Wellness in your Journal with "Notes to Self"

Hello - my name is May Flaum Archer & Olive Brand Ambassador, and I’m here to pump you up! My first article for A&O was all about journaling concepts I use when I’m feeling low energy. Today we’re going to discuss a concept I touched on in that article (see...

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50+ Ideas For Your A6 Notebook
04/13/24 6 min read
50+ Ideas For Your A6 Notebook

Hi, Jess here! The most overlooked size of journal is definitely the A6 notebook. It's actually a brilliant size for a lot of uses, so we're going to look at why the A6 journal size is awesome, how you can use a smaller pocket sized notebook, and some general bullet journal layout ideas for a compact A6 bullet journal.

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Five Ways To Journal When You Are Low On Energy Or Time
12/10/23 5 min read
Five Ways To Journal When You Are Low On Energy Or Time

When energy is low, or your mental health is suffering it can be difficult to stick with your normal creative routines. Do you have prompts and starters ready to support you with quick and easy journaling ideas? If not, I’m so excited to share with you some tips, tricks, and ideas to keep journaling fun and consistent even when low on energy!

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How To Hand Embroider Paper Tutorial
07/02/23 3 min read
How To Hand Embroider Paper Tutorial

Hi there! Today, we are embroidering on paper! Embroidery can be such a fun activity to do, and when you mix it with journaling it creates a whole new world of creative possibilities. This is a step by step tutorial on how to prep the paper, offer stitch techniques and create a gorgeous embroidered floral quote page.

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How To Easily Incorporate Watercolor Into Your Journaling Practice
05/19/23 15 min read
How To Easily Incorporate Watercolor Into Your Journaling Practice

Hi! I am super excited to share with you how I am incorporating simple watercolor designs into my everyday journaling. I’ve been journaling (almost) every morning for years now - and the practice of daily journaling has made SUCH a huge impact on my life! Recently I decided I wanted more artwork in my journal, these easy watercolor ideas do just that!

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Recipe Journal Inspo + FREE Fruits & Veggies Printable
05/17/21 2 min read
Recipe Journal Inspo + FREE Fruits & Veggies Printable

Hi loves! It's Kate from @journalwithkate on Instagram! As an Archer & Olive Design Team member I've accumulated a lot, and I mean a LOT of bullet journals! Shout out to Archer & Olive! I'm living the bullet journal addict's dream!! I've been thinking...I have to think of ways to fill...

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