I decided to try bullet journalling for 2025, and started right on cue, January 1st.
Dingbats Notebooks
This requires a notebook suitable for the task. Prior to starting, I came across a notebook manufacturer, Dingbats. Their website shows an impressive range of notebooks, ethically made, and the Wildlife Collection also includes a donation to the World Wildlife Fund.
I decided to order the Grey Elephant Dingbats Hardcover in A5+. This size gives a little more width than the standard A5. As I am going to use this for bullet journalling, I opted for the dot grid edition.
My notebook arrived within 48 hours and, upon opening the package, I was delighted with it. The notebook is 100% vegan, and eco-friendly. Below is a quotation from the website:
“Each page of your Dingbats* is 100gsm cream coated, acid-free and totally fountain pen friendly. With FSC® (FSC-C105099) certified paper that adds up to 96 sheets in total, or 192 pages for those who of you need a little extra creative space, you can scribble, doodle, journal and jot down your ideas and notes for years to come, as longevity, preservation and care always come first for Dingbats.”
The paper is super-quality and ideal for fountain pens, which pleases me greatly. In the back is an expandable pocket to hold any loose papers. Found in this pocket is a small brochure from Dingbats, a sticker to decorate the book, and a unique serial number in case of quality issues (a nice touch).
The paper can be lined, dot grid, ruling grid or plain, so there is something for everyone’s needs. My notebook is also complete with a ribbon bookmark, elasticated pen holder, and elastic closure. All of these making it very practical.
It’s a joy to hold this notebook and the paper is superb to write on.
We are now well through the year and I have used my Dingbats Notebook every day. I am thoroughly enjoying, not only the experience of Bullet Journalling1, but using this excellent notebook. It really is a joy to use. It stands up to daily use and will no doubt last for years. As I develop my use of the Bullet Journal method I expect to write more in it, but as I write this I am about halfway through.
Let me know which are your favourite notebooks and if you use the Bullet Journal Method by leaving a comment.
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