Introduction to Illustrated Bullet Journaling
A course by A Journal by Annie
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Glasgow, United Kingdom.
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Learn how to create a handmade, stylish, and functional bullet journal using illustration and hand lettering
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- 97% positive reviews (704)
- 13181 students
- Audio: English
- English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
Learn how to create a handmade, stylish, and functional bullet journal using illustration and hand lettering
- 97% positive reviews (704)
- 13181 students
- Online and at your own pace
- Audio: English
- Level: Beginner
- 19 lessons (3h 25m)
- Available on the app
- English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
- Unlimited access forever
- Certificate upon completion of the course
Equal parts simple and creative, bullet journals help you organize your daily life while also serving as a potent mindfulness tool to keep you grounded and centered. Through bullet journaling, Scottish artist Annie provides a space for her love of lettering, illustration, and art.
In this course, learn the key components of bullet journaling. Discover the different organizational techniques and processes to implement this system and help organize your present life, remember your past, and plan for your future. Annie teaches you about the various logs used in bullet journaling and how to create your own calendars and trackers.

What will you learn in this online course?
Course table of contents
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U1U1. Introduction
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U2U2. Preparing to Start a Bullet Journal
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U3U3. Starting Your New Journal
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U4U4. Next Steps
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U5U5. Bullet Journaling Tips
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FPFP Final project
Start the course by getting to know Annie, her artwork, and how she began bullet journaling. She then shares with you some of her influences.
Take a look at a variety of journals that are popular to use in bullet journaling to learn about paper weights and types, ways you can use a journal, and the materials used in this course.
Annie teaches you about some of the first pages you can create to start building a bullet journal. Learn how the bullet journaling system works and how to implement it. Understand the concepts of page layout, lettering, and how to incorporate simple illustrations in your journal.
Deepen your knowledge by discovering some additional pages that are popular with bullet journalers: monthly trackers, unique collections, and artistic cover pages. Set up a contents page and learn about migration, what it is, and how to use it to remain productive.
Annie shares some tips to help you keep up with your bullet journaling practice, some methods to correct mistakes in your journal, and some pointers when sharing your work via social media.
What is this course's project?
Create a bullet journal consisting of a journal cover page, content pages, a future log, a monthly calendar, a monthly log and task list, a monthly tracker, a weekly log, and a personal collection.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This is a beginner’s course, aimed at anyone interested in bullet journaling.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is needed. You’ll need a pen, a notebook, some scrap paper to practice on, and any other material you wish to use in your bullet journal.

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A course by A Journal by Annie
Annie Weir - the artist behind A Journal by Annie - specializes in bullet journaling. She studied graphic design at university in her home country of Scotland, but Annie never went on to work in graphic design roles and instead chose to pursue her love of painting and traditional illustration. In 2017 she discovered bullet journaling by chance on Instagram, and fell in love with the activity. So much so that in 2018 Annie started her first ‘proper’ bullet journal and created her Instagram account @ajournalbyannie to share her journaling online.
It wasn’t long before brands and potential clients began noticing her work and she was able to turn A Journal by Annie into a business. She has collaborated with various brands and publications including Rescue Remedy, My Life Handmade, Gaston Luga, and Simply Lettering Magazine. As well as this Annie also sells her artwork and products online.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Influences
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What Will We Do in This Course?
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About Me
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U2
Preparing to Start a Bullet Journal
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How Journals Can Be Used
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All about Journals
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Materials
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U3
Starting Your New Journal
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Future Log
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Monthly Calendar, Log and Task List 1
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Monthly Calendar, Log and Task List 2
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Using Symbols, Daily Logs and Creating a Key
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Creating a Weekly Log
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U4
Next Steps
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Creating a Monthly Habit Tracker
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Creating a Personalised Collection 1
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Creating a Personalised Collection 2
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Contents Page and Migration
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Creating a Journal Cover Page
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U5
Bullet Journaling Tips
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Sharing Your Journals on Social Media
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Dealing with Mistakes
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Maintaining a Bullet Journal Practice and Effective Planning
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Illustrated Bullet Journaling
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ladaespa97
Me ha encantado este curso, el material adicional es excelente y los ejercicios prácticos me han gustado mucho!
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francesca_fanchini
Consiglio questo corso sia a chi vuole approcciarsi per la prima volta al mondo del Bullet Journal, sia a chi, questo mondo, già lo conosce. Annie spiega tutto in modo molto chiaro, semplice ed esaustivo, regalando spunti creativi interessanti, non perdendo mai di vista l'aspetto funzionale del BuJo. P.S. adoro le sue grafiche minimal!
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crumpinbox
I enjoyed this introduction to bullet journaling. I especially liked the clear, crisp and concise approach of the tutor. I now feel like I can start bullet journaling and not feel intimidated by the artistic element that seems to, though not necessarily, come with it.
g_riga75
Il corso mi è piaciuto molto,Annie spiega molto bene,ho preso molti spunti per approfondire i miei interessi artistici e anche musicali.La semplicità spesso aiuta a rilassarsi e questo corso mi ha regalato molta serenità.Consigliatissimo per chi vuole iniziare a fare bullet journal in modo chiaro e semplice.
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silviatorres40
Me ha encantado el curso. Esta bien explicado y tiene un montón de material adicional muy útil. Lo recomiendo cien por cien.
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