It is planner planning season! This is another post in a series of planner-focused blog posts.
In this blog post, we introduce day-free-type planners and tell you why we love them.
In a world full of rigid schedules and pre-printed boxes, day-free planners offer something rare: space. Space to breathe, to think, to plan on your terms. Whether you're a minimalist, a creative, or someone who prefers flexibility, these planners are designed to meet you where you are.
As we reach the halfway point of 2025, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on how my journaling system has evolved. In this mid-year Techo Kaigi—a personal planner conference inspired by the Japanese journaling community—I’ll walk you through the notebooks, planners, and creative tools I’ve used so far, what’s working and what’s not. This post offers a peek into my analog setup and creative process. Grab a warm beverage and read more below.
A few years back I contacted Marina (instagram @the.insignificant.days) to ask if she'd be willing to write something for Jonna Studio blog. I had admired her art journals for a while and wanted to find out more about her process and experience with journals. Fast forward a couple of years, and we happened to get in touch with each other again. This time, she agreed to answer a few questions for my studio blog :) Grab a cup of tea or coffee, and read more below.
In a world increasingly dominated by screens, writing with a fountain
pen offers a refreshing return to mindfulness, creativity, and personal
expression. Whether you're journaling, taking notes, or just want a more
enjoyable writing experience, using a fountain
pen can transform how
you connect with your words.
It was almost a year ago when I wrote a post about my first impressions with my 2024 journals and planners. Now it is time for a more thorough overview of how I used my favorite journals last year. So take a cup of tea or coffee, and join me with my 2024 techo kaigi below. I will also briefly discuss my journal plans for 2025 :)
The MD Paper 1 Day 1 Page Diary is a beautifully minimalist
and practical tool for anyone
looking to combine organization and
creativity in their daily life. Known for its premium quality MD Paper, this diary features a clean design that lets your ideas shine.
Ever since the birth of my daughter four years ago, I’ve discovered a powerful refuge from the chaos of daily life in my paper crafts. What began as a creative outlet quickly became a source of solace, offering me a calm, meditative space amid the whirlwind of parenting and everyday responsibilities. My collage practice has not only nurtured my creativity but also brought unexpected mental health benefits, providing me with a sense of balance and mindfulness. In this blog post, I’ll share how the simple act of arranging paper can do the same for you.
We continue our series of interviews with journalers and paper artists, and I’m
delighted to bring you an interview with Maarja (on Instagram as
@papermoor).
In our fast-paced lives, planners have become essential tools
for organizing tasks, setting goals, and maintaining a sense of order. But how
often do we pause to reflect on whether our current planner setup is still
serving us well? Enter the concept of a Techo Kaigi, an insightful
self-meeting where you evaluate your planner needs, preferences, and goals.
Unlike the traditional Techo Kaigi gatherings, which involve a community of
Hobonichi Techo users, this version of Techo Kaigi is a personal experience—a
self-check-in with your planner to ensure it aligns with your current life. Besides, planner season is upon us, so now it is a great time to hold your very own techo kaigi. Find our more below.
House plants not only add a touch of greenery to your living space but
also offer a myriad
of benefits that go beyond mere aesthetics.
From improving air quality to boosting mental well-being and reducing stress, these green companions are more than just decorative elements.
However, caring for houseplants can sometimes be challenging,
especially for beginners. That's where a house plant journal comes in
handy. This blog post idea aims to explore the concept of a house plant
journal and how it can be a valuable tool for plant enthusiasts.
Jieyanow Atelier was founded
in 2018 in Malaysia. Jieyanow Atelier provides a wide
collection of rubber stamps and paper products to add sparks to your
journals and crafts, a space for self-love and self-expression. All their products are made with love and packaged with attention to detail.
Jieyanow Atelier was one of Jonna Studio's first brands and I am grateful for all their generosity and inspiration over the past years. The brand has also won the hearts of the customers of Jonna Studio in Estonia and abroad, so we are
delighted to bring you an interview with one of the founders of Jieyanow Atelier, Jieyan of Jieyanow Atelier. The interview was conducted via email in January-February 2024.
One of my favourite creative journalers on Instagram is Alice of @dustyrose_journal. I asked her a few questions about her journaling practice and you can find her answers below. This is the first post of an interview series with various designers and creative journalers. I hope you'll enjoy it!
When we find a new hobby or develop a strong interest in something, we tend to collect many items or materials related to it. This is because we are typically unsure about the exact tools required, the preferred style, or the materials that we will use the most. It is the same with papercraft and journaling, we just accumulate a lot of supplies over time, and then possibly forget what we already have. We might also feel distracted and overwhelmed by the choices when considering all our supplies at once and might struggle creating our best works. I am looking for ways to use my stash more effectively, so I came across the concept of stationery capsule box. Read more on the topic below :)
In this article I will briefly introduce two types of decorative tapes used in scrapbooking, journaling and other paper crafts: washi tape and PET-tape. What are they and how to use
In this short article, I will briefly introduce Jieyanow Atelier, a Malaysian stationery brand that has a special place in my heart. It was with Jieyanow Atelier that Jonna Studio began, and I am so thankful to Jieyan, the founder of Jieyanow Atelier, for her inspiring work, and her generosity and trust in us. Read more below...
I wish to write a bit about bullet journaling in this blog article. I love the versatility of a bullet journal. Do you need a planner with enough space to sketch or to write down notes? No problem. Do you want to set up the big housekeeping book with a chores rotary, meal ideas and shopping lists? The Bullet Journal method will help you do it.
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