Last Updated on October 21, 2024 by Kari
I first wrote this Happy Planner review about 8 years ago. I have consistently used the Happy Planner since then as my only planner. I’ve boughten way too many stickers since then as well. Now I only buy the big Happy Planner because it suits me best, but the things I love about the Happy Planner have not changed. I’ve just enjoyed them for longer.
5 Things I Love About The Happy Planner
The Happy Planner is a functional planner that can be tailored to your needs. I like the BIG Happy Planner because it fits regular sized paper in it and… well, because it’s bigger. Then I can create planner inserts on Canva, such as a reading list or monthly goals, print them off, and use them in my planner. But it comes in 5 different sizes and many different layouts, including vertical, horizontal, and monthly. I like the vertical the best because it is the most functional for me.
1. They Make Planners Geared Towards Specific Things
I found the perfect birthday present for my planner obsessed friend. She is very religious and has a daily faith routine, and one of the Happy Planners is focused on faith. Basically, that means the covers and dividers will be focused on faith (she already told me how much she loves some of the scripture that they have on the covers).
They also have:
- Productivity planners
- Wellness planners
- Budget planners
- Meal planners
- Wedding planners
- Fitness planners
- Recovery planners
- Pregnancy and baby planners
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2. The Stickers
With both my Happy Planner kits, I got stickers that are related to the planner of choice. For instance, this planner is just a basic planner for life. So I got stickers related to life!
For my friend, the faith planner kit will have stickers related to faith.
And, there are so many other stickers to choose from that you will end up buying too many and have them for years, like me and my friend.
You can check out all their stickers here.
3. You Can Take The Pages Out Without Ripping Them Out
I don’t know why, but I can’t get over this. I love the fact that you can take the pages out, write on them or decorate them, and then put them back in. Or, if you want, move them around in your planner.
4. The Discs
The discs are so unique to me, and they are so smart. They are strong, pretty, and they give you an easy way to customize your Happy Planner. In the fitness planner the discs were silver and in this planner, they are gold, which I like. But the pink, black, and blue that they also have available are tempting!
5. The Customization Appeal
These planners are pretty basic on the inside, but they leave SO much room for customization. I’ve seen people doing their spreads in completely opposite ways, and I’ve gained so much inspiration for my own planners. In fact, I turned a few of my boring old into fun planners.
I really like the vertical approach to the planner. You can break it down so many different ways. You can do three separate boxes for each day or you can kind of blend them into each other or you can just make a few boxes pretty or motivational and leave one box for important notes… the possibilities are only limited by your imagination.
Following is a great video of how creative you can get with the weekly spread.
The Happy Planner Has More Than Just Planners
While The Happy Planner may be known for its trendy and customizable planners, there is so much more to the brand than just that. From stickers and washi tape to accessories and organization tools, The Happy Planner has everything you need to elevate your planning game.
Accessories include:
1. Stickers – The Happy Planner offers a wide variety of stickers to help you decorate and personalize your planner. They have everything from functional icons to cute illustrations, making it easy to add some flair to your weekly spreads.
2. Washi Tape – Add some color and patterns to your planner with their selection of washi tape. This versatile tape can be used for borders, headers, or just as an accent on your page.
3. Stencils – If you want the same icons over and over again without having to buy the stickers, you can buy different stencils from the Happy Planner, including travel, stargazer, journaling, and seasonal stencils. And they snap right into your Happy Planner so you can keep them with you wherever you go.
4. Notebooks – The Happy Planner also offers a variety of notebooks for all your note-taking needs. From lined to grid and even dot grid options, there is something for everyone.
5. Planner covers – I have had the same big planner cover for years. It has little pockets to put stuff in and keeps my planner safe when I take it out.
6. Pocket Folders – Keep important papers or receipts organized with The Happy Planner’s pocket folders. Available in different sizes and designs, these folders are perfect for storing loose items in your planner.
7. Dashboard Inserts – Customize your planner even further with the dashboard inserts from The Happy Planner. These can be used as dividers between sections or as dashboards to hold sticky notes and other accessories.
In short, I don’t know why you would need to use anything but the Happy Planner. They have everything you need to plan, take notes, and keep your life in order. And, with the Big Happy Planner, you can print off any template you want onto a letter size paper and pop it into your planner. You do need to buy the hole punch for the Happy Planner discs, but it’s worth it. I’ve used it countless times over the years.
