5 Tips for Memory Planning

One of my greatest creative achievements in 2020 was keeping up with my memory planner. I completed a spread for every week last year in my 2020 planner collab with Archer and Olive. It wasn’t a perfect process; there were many days I didn’t work in my planner at all, and I certainly had to play “catch up” more than once. 

You can watch my 2020 Planner Flip Through video here on my YouTube channel

2020 was such a difficult year, but looking back through my planner, I’m reminded of so many joys, big and small, that I’m grateful for. I will be continuing this creative project this year in my new 2021 planner with Archer + Olive. Make sure you’re following me on IG where I share my weekly spreads and subscribe to my YouTube channel for planner flip throughs, process videos and tips and tricks!

If you want to start memory planning (it’s never too late!), check out these 5 tips: 

1. Use your supplies.

Don’t be afraid to fill up blank spaces. I used to feel discouraged when I’d look back and see so many blank spots in my planners and journals. To me, they represented failures to log my days “properly.” Now, I get excited when I see them because I realized they’re actually opportunities to add stickers, embellishments, and put those colorful pens or markers to use with your own personal touch.

Amy Tangerine Memory Planner 2021 Archer and Olive Collaboration. Memory Planning Inspiration and Ideas. 5 Easy Tips for Memory Planning.

2. Play with new techniques.

Try multi media for a “dimensional” look of layering. Don’t hold back. You can add watercolors, then stamps, then stickers, die cuts and washi tape to create the perfect multi-layered masterpiece.

3. Do what works for you.

If you see someone else trying a unique color combo or fresh technique, use it as inspiration! Experiment to find out what you like and don’t. It can be fun to put your own twist on things.

5 Tips for Memory Planning | Amy Tangerine 2021 Planner Archer and Olive Collaboration | Memory Planning Inspiration and Ideas | Creative Journaling | Weekly Planner Spread

4. A little goes a long way.

If you feel you are short on time, look for pockets and try to carve out just 10-15 minutes a day. Make some marks, record some gratitudes, stick down some stickers. Remember, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, so all those little things will add up.

5. Have fun and don’t overthink it.

When we’re kids, we remember to have fun on a regular basis. As we grow older and take on more and more responsibility, we forget how important it is to do something just for the sake of it. Savor, play and enjoy the process. Remember, it’s about progress, not perfection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of planner do you use?

I’m using my 2021 Archer and Olive Planner Collaboration in the green, dated version. Shop here and save 10% off any purchase with code AMYTANGERINE.

Where do you get your stickers?

I love my monthly Pipsticks Sticker Subscription! (AMYTAN15 for 15% off) But I also frequently use stickers from my collections with American Crafts. My latest collection just launched and will be available online and in stores very soon!

What pens do you use to write with in your planner?

I use a combination of Tombow USA pens (AMYTANGERINE15 for 15% off your order!) and the Acrylograph Pens in 0.7 mm (the tropical set is my fav) from Archer and Olive.


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Here are 5 Tips for Easy Memory Planning. Get memory planning inspiration and ideas from Amy Tangerine for effortless memory planning! Be inspired by Amy Tangerine’s weekly planner spreads in her 2021 Archer and Olive planner collaboration!

What other memory planning tips would you add to this list? Let me know in the comments!


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