In a world filled with tasks designed to keep us busy, do we really need to buy a printable Christmas planner?
In theory, printable Christmas planners are a great way to be more efficient during the busy holiday season. It can help you stay organized and on track with your holiday preparations so you don’t forget anything. You can use a printable Christmas planner to track gifts that you need to buy, family traditions (new and old), your holiday budget, and even recipes for the holiday season. The possibilities are endless.
In reality, printable Christmas planners have the potential to be a nightmare to use. They can be so confusing and overwhelming that they just make you even more stressed out. For this reason, it is important to know a few tips upfront before purchasing your Printable Christmas planner.
Tips for Using a Printable Christmas Planner:
1) Before buying a Christmas planner, review the planner listing as thoroughly as possible to make sure it has the pages you are looking for. Also, read the fine print in the listing to be certain of exactly what you will receive with the download. Sometimes pictures in listings don’t match what is actually delivered.
2) Once you download the printable Christmas planner you purchased, go through it page by page on your computer and write down the page numbers you actually think you will use and want to print. I promise you will NOT need nor want all the pages.
3) Once you print out the pages go through them again and think about each page and how you would use it. Then ask yourself if you will actually follow through with using that planner page.
4) Put the pages in a systematic order you think will work best for YOU. You do not need to keep them in the order the creator has them. Make it your own.
5) Hole punch the pages and depending on the size, find an appropriate size binder or folder.
In Conclusion…
There are so many great reasons to purchase a printable Christmas planner. I personally LOVE using mine during the holiday season. but I caution you from using one if it is going to add unnecessary stress by way of added “work” or guilt from forgetting to use it or going off plan.
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and reflection. In the hustle and bustle of the season though, it’s important to remember to show yourself compassion and love as well. It’s also important to plan your expectations & set boundaries so that you can enjoy this time of year without feeling guilt or regret when it ends. You deserve just as much care as those around you; so take some to practice self care. Stay organized with a planner if that suits your life right now. Take care of yourself.
I’ve included a page from my printable Christmas planner as a free download. It is the “Christmas Bucket List” page. It is US letter size. Just remember that the colors may vary due to monitor colors and printer differences.
If you do download the freebie or purchase my Christmas Planner, I’d love you to leave me a comment with feedback!
