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Planners and Journals

Here are the recommended specifications when printing custom planners and journals. Tap any line to learn more.

Recommended specsCost-effective, with a premium look and feel.
Proven on real projects.
Paper65lb to 100lb uncoated offset paper in white or ivoryLearn more →
CoverHardcover 80pt, 100pt or 120pt board; softcover 10pt or 12pt; tabs 9pt or 10ptLearn more →
BindingWire-O, concealed Wire-O, spiral and smyth sewnLearn more →
ColourBoth black-only (1/1) and full-colour (4/4 CMYK) printing are common for planner interior pages, depending on the design, functionality and budget of the projectLearn more →
Page countDivisible by 2 (wire-o, spiral) or 4 (smyth sewn)Why? →
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Real projects

School agenda with colour tabs
School agenda with colour tabs
Wire-O planner
Wire-O planner
Wire-O planner with ribbon markers
Wire-O planner with ribbon markers
Wire-O journal with elastic closure
Wire-O journal with elastic closure
Concealed Wire-O planner
Concealed Wire-O planner
Planner with matching gift box
Planner with matching gift box
Linen cover with canvas tote bag
Linen cover with canvas tote bag
Vegan leather Wire-O planners
Vegan leather Wire-O planners
Spiral planner
Spiral planner

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Watch

Video
Picking your planner paper
Short
Planner cover examples
Short
Order a planner swatch kit
Video
Choosing your planner binding
Short
Spiral or Wire-O?
Webinar
How to print a planner: 5-step framework
Playlist
Custom journal and planner examples
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