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Your Monthly Curation | December 2023
"December: A month of lights, snow, coziness, and feasts; time to make amends and tie up loose ends; finish what you started and make your wishes come true." — Anonymous
As we near the end of the year, it only makes sense that your planning journey is equally fulfilling as you prepare for renewal. For the month of December, the Cloth & Paper community is cozying up, finishing what we started, and making wishes come true.
Cloth & Paper's Expert Holiday Shopping Hacks
As the go-to destination for all things planner-related, we offer a wide range of products that are not only stylish but also practical. In this post, we will share some expert holiday shopping hacks that will help you navigate through the season with ease and find the best gifts for everyone on your list.
The Best 2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Planning
The holidays are right around the corner and it’s time to start working on your gift lists for the stationery and paper lovers in your life! We’ve put together the best 2023 holiday gift guide to make your loved ones’ holiday experiences the most memorable yet. From luxe, upscale planning products to lifestyle collections – and even chic stocking stuffers – we’ve curated choices for everyone on your list. Time to step into the world of luxury and sophisticated taste.
Your Monthly Curation | November 2023
November traditionally signals shifts in the human spirit, may our kind actions in gifting seasons transcend our culturally attended timelines...to consistently circulate the ethereal fluid of 'mindful love'...” ― Dr. Tracey Bond
November. The time of quiet, mindfulness, gratitude and warmth. Accompanying the introduction of this month, we’re ready to set the tone. Read more to see how you can embody the spirit of November this month with specialized planning tips and Black Friday/Cyber Monday excitement!
Create Your Own "Getting Things Done" Planner
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed with tasks and commitments? Do you find yourself constantly forgetting important deadlines or struggling to prioritize your to-do list? If so, it's time to embrace the power of the "Getting Things Done" (GTD) method! In this week’s blog post, we'll explore how you can create your own GTD planner to increase productivity, reduce stress, and achieve your goals with ease. Whether you're a seasoned planner enthusiast or new to the world of organization, this guide will provide you with all the tools and insights you need to make the most out of your planning journey.
How to Stop Procrastinating and Start Planning
How often have you procrastinated on a task that felt overwhelming, and then once it was completed felt relieved? This emotional process is normal and actually means that you care about your work! Let’s explore how you can take the negative emotions behind procrastination and transform them into positivity and action.
Your Monthly Curation | October 2023
“I remember it as October days are always remembered, cloudless, maple-flavored, the air gold and so clean it quivers.” - Leif Enger
Ah, October. The month of cozy possibilities, soft excitement and nostalgia. Crack open a window, light a candle, and sip on cider as we delve into a curation full of warm comfort.
5 Ways to Start Planning as a Student
“The love of learning, the sequestered nooks, / And all the sweet serenity of books”
― Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The aesthetic of academia is appealing, and a secret to capturing it is by surrounding yourself with the academic life you seek! If you’re considering starting a planner or academic-centered workspace as a student, we have five exciting tips for furthering your love of learning and maintaining the aesthetic around it.
How to Annotate Like a Pro
Annotation is a fun, engaging learning method that academics, professionals, and readers alike enjoy! By definition, annotation is an active learning strategy used to enhance your comprehension of text and retain the information learned. You’re more likely to remember what you’ve read, improve your observation skills, and enjoy the time spent with the text if you practice annotating while reading. Let’s consider how you can annotate academically, professionally, and personally – like a pro!
Your Guide to Essential Planning Basics
Sometimes to find our most organized routine, we need to take it back to the basics. But what is essential for planning? In this week’s blog, we’ll explore what “planning essentials” may look like for you as well as the tried-and-true basic planning tips that elevate planning to its most effective.
Your Monthly Curation | September 2023
"It was a lovely afternoon—such an afternoon as only September can produce when summer has stolen back for one more day of dream and glamour." – L.M. Montgomery
We forecast for you: lovely days ahead. Accompanied with a Cloth & Paper September Curation that inspires dreams and glamour, dancing with September noons.
How C&P Affiliates Are Building Their 2024 Planners
We've interviewed C&P's planning pros to learn about their 2024 planner setups and tips for refreshing your planner. Read more for in-depth details about their planning routine, creative processes, and helpful methods for both planning beginners and veterans!
