The Art of Planning and Journaling Kit was first released in August and it was a HIT! So we are continuing on with the next kit with asome fall florals and tea in the garden! I am so in love with the simplification of this product line with a all inclusive kit. This month’s theme for the Art of Planning and Journaling kit for November 2024 is Tea in the Garden
Check out below what all of the items are that come in the new Art of Planning and Journaling Kit. If you would love to read more about what the pages look like in the Art of Planning and Journling Insert you can read more here:
THE ART OF PLANNING AND JOURNALING
- a themed insert
- two sticker sheets (with one dated element)
- a journal card (the only other dated element in the kit)
- a themed stencil
- a die cute
- a coaster
Tea in the Garden: Embrace Calm and Creativity with the November Art of Planning & Journaling Kit
As the crisp chill of November settles in, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm cup of tea and savoring the beauty of a garden’s last bloom. This month, the Art of Planning & Journaling Kit brings you the calming essence of “Tea in the Garden.” It’s a theme designed to help you slow down, enjoy the present, and plan for the month ahead with a sense of peace and purpose.
Whether you’re a seasoned planner or someone just beginning their planning journey, this kit offers something for everyone. With a collection of pages including a calendar, routine layout, blank squares, dot grid, and habit tracker, you’ll find that each element invites you to blend planning with the tranquility that comes from a quiet moment with a cup of tea.
1. Setting the Tone: Planning Over a Cup of Tea
Before diving into the specifics of the kit, let’s set the stage. Imagine carving out a moment in your day to plan—a time when you can relax with a warm beverage in hand. This is your “Tea in the Garden” time. The idea is to slow down, breathe, and allow your planning to be a ritual of self-care rather than just a task.
Planning Tip: Set aside 10-15 minutes each day for a planning tea ritual. Choose your favorite tea blend—perhaps a calming chamomile or invigorating mint—and find a comfortable space. Make this your dedicated planning time, where you can reflect, organize, and set intentions for the day or week ahead.
2. The Monthly Calendar: A Garden of Possibilities
The calendar page in the Tea in the Garden kit is your opportunity to create an overview of your month. Much like tending to a garden, you can plant seeds of intention and watch them grow as the days progress.
How to Use It:
- Seasonal Goals: Write down your goals for the month—these are your “garden seeds.” They might include finishing a book, completing a work project, or dedicating time to a hobby.
- Important Dates: Mark key events, appointments, and deadlines. Use small icons like leaves or teacups to add a decorative touch while making your calendar visually appealing.
- Self-Care Days: Dedicate specific days in your calendar for self-care, mirroring the theme of enjoying a peaceful tea break. This could include a spa day at home, a nature walk, or simply an afternoon where you unplug and unwind.
Planning Tip: Consider color-coding different aspects of your life (work, personal, social, self-care) using markers or stickers. This will help you visualize your month at a glance and ensure a balanced mix of activities and rest.
3. Routine Layout: The Art of Nurturing Daily Habits
The routine layout in this month’s kit encourages you to establish rhythms in your life, much like a garden thrives with daily care. Whether you’re looking to build new habits or reinforce existing ones, this layout is the perfect space to map out your daily flow.
How to Use It:
- Morning Routine: Start your day with intention. Create a morning ritual that could include stretching, a healthy breakfast, or a brief meditation session—something that sets a positive tone for the day.
- Evening Routine: Wind down your evenings with self-care practices like journaling or sipping tea. Record these activities in your routine layout to help establish a sense of closure to your day.
- Planning Sessions: Schedule a short “tea time” planning session in your routine. This could be a moment to update your calendar, reflect on the day’s accomplishments, and set intentions for the next day.
Planning Tip: Use the dot grid feature in the routine layout to create a visual tracker for your morning and evening rituals. Fill in leaves or teacups each time you complete a step in your routine—it’s a simple yet effective way to stay consistent.
4. Habit Tracker: Cultivating Consistency
The habit tracker is a powerful tool for building and maintaining habits. Think of it as tending to a garden—you water the plants regularly to see them grow. Similarly, tracking your habits allows you to monitor progress and celebrate consistency.
How to Use It:
- Track Your Daily Tea Ritual: Since tea is the central theme, use the habit tracker to mark down each day you take time for a tea break. This serves as a gentle reminder to pause and find peace in the small moments.
- Personal Goals: Track habits like reading, exercising, or even moments of gratitude. Decorate each day with a small symbol—a teacup, a flower, or a leaf—each time you complete the habit.
- Wellness Routines: Use the habit tracker to record activities that support your well-being, such as drinking enough water, taking daily walks, or practicing mindfulness.
Planning Tip: Review your habit tracker at the end of each week. Celebrate the habits you’ve maintained and identify any that may need a little extra attention or adjustment.
5. Blank Squares: Your Creative Tea Garden
The blank squares in the kit offer you a space for creativity and expression. Picture this as your own mini tea garden where you can plant ideas, track reflections, or map out new projects.
How to Use It:
- Gratitude Squares: Dedicate each square to writing down one thing you’re grateful for daily. Decorate these entries with tea-related doodles like tea bags, leaves, or small teapots.
- Recipe Collection: If you’re a tea lover, use these squares to jot down your favorite tea recipes or blends you’d like to try. This can be a fun way to explore new flavors and make your tea rituals more special.
- Mini Journal Entries: Use the blank squares as small journal spaces where you can reflect on your day. Consider prompts like “What brought me peace today?” or “How did I take care of myself?”
Planning Tip: Keep your blank squares varied—use some for creativity (like doodles or recipes) and others for reflection. This allows you to capture a holistic view of your life throughout the month.
6. Dot Grid: Planning and Dreaming in Harmony
The dot grid pages are your free space to dream, design, and plan however you like. This section of the Tea in the Garden kit is perfect for both structured planning and creative exploration.
How to Use It:
- Project Planning: Use the dot grid to outline larger projects you want to work on this month. Break down tasks into smaller steps and assign them deadlines, creating a timeline that feels manageable.
- Vision Board: Create a visual representation of your goals and dreams for the month. Draw tea-inspired elements like tea cups, flowers, or herbs to symbolize what you wish to cultivate in your life.
- Weekly Planning Pages: Set up weekly spreads using the dot grid layout to organize your tasks, priorities, and reflections. Include small boxes for each day to track your progress.
Planning Tip: Don’t be afraid to experiment with the dot grid. Whether you prefer structured layouts or more creative designs, this space allows for flexibility, so you can adapt it to your changing needs.
Sip and Plan: Your Monthly Ritual
The Tea in the Garden theme is all about finding tranquility and inspiration in the everyday moments of planning. By infusing your planning sessions with the calmness of a tea ritual, you create a sense of balance and mindfulness that extends beyond the pages of your journal. Whether you’re mapping out your month, building daily routines, or cultivating new habits, this kit is designed to bring a sense of ease and enjoyment to the process.
Ready to make tea time a part of your planning practice? Our Art of Planning & Journaling Kit for November offers the perfect blend of functionality and relaxation to help you slow down and savor the moment.
What Items Match the Tea in Garden Art of Planning and Journaling Kit
I would be missing out on a geat opportunity to give you a well rounded way to put together your Tea in the Garden themed insert if I didn’t share with you all of the amazing fall inspired products we currently have right now.
But let’s take a minute to talk specifically about some crafty type items that you can use with your art of planning and journaling kit:
All of this amazingness is only available until October 31st. If you have found this article after the above date and want to know the newest and latest Art of Planning and Journaling kit available check it out here:
Join the Harmony Hero Craft Hub
The truly awesome thing about learning about the Art of Planning and Journaling kits with Cannin Plannin is that you get an exclusive offer to join our team Harmony Hero Craft Hub. In the Craft Hub you have the chance to learn different ways that you can actually USE the Tea in the Garden Planning and Journaling Kit. It is about helping you to expand not only your planning journey but maybe even the creative and crafty side as well. You don’t have to be a Brand Ambassador to join. Any customer is welcome to follow our crafting journey as well.
And if you aren’t quite ready to join our crafting community you can always find crafting ideas with the Tula XII Corporate YouTube Channel. This is an opportunity for you to see the Tea in the Garden Kit in action, and any additional creative, crafty, organizational and planning ideas to spark your own planning journey.
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