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January Bujo Ideas

Need some inspiration for your January Bujo spread ideas? Whether you’re embracing a fresh New Year vibe or leaning into a cozy winter theme, there’s plenty to explore! From January themes and cover pages to habit trackers and creative layouts, this guide will help you craft a setup that inspires you for the month ahead.

January marks the beginning of a new year, making it a perfect time to fill your bullet journal with themes of renewal, goal-setting, and winter wonder.

Whether you’re inspired by crisp snow, cozy nights, or the promise of new beginnings, January offers endless creative possibilities for your Bujo spreads.

For those in the Southern Hemisphere, we’ve included summer-themed ideas to suit your seasonal mood.

And if you’re short on time, don’t worry! At the end of this post, you’ll find our FREE January Bullet Journal Printable Bundle to help you get started quickly and easily

January Bujo

Looking for inspo to create your own personal January Bujo theme?

We love taking a closer look at what makes this month special to spark unique and fun ideas for Bujo spreads.

Here are some interesting facts and days in January to get your creative juices flowing:

January Facts

• January Birthstone is Garnet, symbolizing protection, friendship, and trust
• January Flowers are Carnation and Snowdrop, perfect for delicate winter vibes.
• The Zodiac Signs in January are Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) and Aquarius (January 20 – February 18).
• The Quadrantis meteor shower with it’s bright fireball meteors happens in early January
• The first Super Bowl was held on January 15, 1967
• The moon landing by Apollo 14 occurred in January 1971.
• Howard Carter opened Tutankhamun’s tomb on January 3rd, 1924.
• Ellis Island opened January 1st, 1892.
• The London Underground was first opened on Janiary 10th, 1863

These January facts could spark some fun Bujo themes for January, how about a space theme, gorgeous Egyptian spread or a fun London Tub theme…”Please Mind The Step”!

Famous birthdays for January is another place to get some great ideas for your January Spreads.

Here are just a few, of course there are lots more. 

Famous January Birthdays

• Muhammad Ali
• Stephen Hawking
• Jeff Bezos
• Elvis Presley
• David Bowie
• Oprah Winfrey
• Betty White
• Rowan Atkinson
• Alexander Hamilton
• Martin Luther King Jr
• Jim Carey
• Dolly Parton
• Issac Newton
• Benjamin Franklin
• Bradley Cooper
• Florence Pugh
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Nicolas Cage
• J.R.R Tolkien
• Kevin Costner

A fun way to use these birthdays, is quotes from your favorite star or create a whole theme around them. Maybe a Lord of The Rings bujo theme for Tolkien, Yellowstone for Kevin Costner or a Hamilton Bullet Journal spread.

You can also use special days in January to inspire your Bujo pages.

Here are a few we liked:

January Dates

• New Years Day – January 1st
• National Science Fiction Day – January 2nd
• National Spaghetti Day – January 4th
• National Vision Board Day – Second Saturday in January. Find lots of Vision Board ideas here. 
• National Bird Day – January 5th
• Bubble Bath Day – January 8th
• Martin Luther King  Jr Day – Third Monday in January
• National Rubber Duck Day – January 13th
• National Bagel Day – January 15th
• Winnie The Pooh Day – January 18th
• Popcorn Day – January 19th
• Penguin Day – January 20th
• Polka Dot Day – January 22nd
• Pie Day – January 23rd
• National Puzzle Day – January 29th
• National Croissant Day – January 30th
• National Hot Chocolate Day- January 31st
• Chinese Lunar New Year – Dates change

There are so many ideas you could try from this list!

January is the start of an exciting brand new year so be sure to incorporate a goals spread, habit tracker to make them happen, word of the year page and of course a vision board too. 

January Bujo Theme 

January Bujo Theme Ideas

January is full of potential themes to explore. Here are a few ideas:

• New Beginnings: Incorporate motivational quotes, goal-setting spreads, and resolutions

• Winter Wonderland: Snowflakes, frosty trees, and shades of icy blue

• Cozy Vibes: Hot drinks, fireplaces, and warm blankets

• Celestial Magic: Moon phases, constellations, and stars.

• Fitness & Health: Habit trackers for workouts, meal plans, and mindfulness practices

• Minimalist Elegance: Clean lines, muted tones, and simple layouts.

• Floral Frost: Carnations, snowdrops, and delicate floral designs.

• Time and Clocks: Reflect the passing of time with intricate clock motifs or a timeline of the month.

For Southern Hemisphere readers, here are some summery themes:

• Tropical Paradise: Beaches, palm trees, and vibrant colors.

• Sunflowers & Bright Blooms: Celebrate nature with cheerful floral spreads. Find lots of floral Bujo ideas here

• Ice Cream Dreams: Add a sweet touch with ice cream cones and popsicles.

Let your Bujo reflect what excites you most about this time of year, whether it’s the crispness of winter, the promise of personal growth, or the warmth of summer days.

Just a quick note: Some of the images in this post were created with the help of AI, so they are not an actual photo or hand-drawn artwork. Think of them as fun inspirational designs to fuel your creativity!

January Bujo Spread ideas

We love to look at other Bujo creators to get ideas.

Here are some of our fav Bujo examples to give you even more ideas on the amazing Bujo spreads you could create for December.

January Cover Ideas:

A striking cover page sets the tone for your journal. Consider these ideas:

• Snowy Landscapes: Mountains, trees, or cabins in a serene snowy scene.

• Fireworks Display: Bright, colorful bursts to celebrate the new year.

• Winter Florals: Carnations and snowdrops with frosty accents.

• New Year’s Symbols: Hourglasses, clocks, or a calendar theme. Find New Year cover page ideas here.

• Abstract Minimalism: Clean designs with muted colors or monochromatic tones.

Try our cute scarf doodle tutorial to get you started with this cozy January Bujo Page. 

A Fireworks cover page is super simple but looks so effective. Create it in monotone or your favorite colors.

Learn how to draw Ice Skates here. 

Snowy cabin:

Snowflakes:

Snowflakes are such an easy doodle, and you can make them as simple or as intricate as you like. We have some snowflake doodle ideas here to try. 

Want to try this January cover page? We have a post on this January Bujo set up here. 

Checkout our step-by-step snowflakes drawing tutorial.

This Cover Page idea uses the birth flower for January, the Carnation. 

Candles and Moon:

Space Theme:

Winter landscape:

Florals:

Polar Bear:

Pine trees and snowflakes:

Penguin:

January Bujo Calendar & Weekly Spreads

January is a great time to get organized, make your goals and set intentions for the year. Here are some pages you might want to include to make this year your best yet!

• Calendar Spread: Create a calendar with space to add your goal action steps.
• Monthly Overview: Create a classic calendar spread, adding seasonal borders like snowflakes.
• Weekly Spread: Keep your week organized with a well set out weekly spread.

Remember, you don’t need all of these pages just the ones that work well for you!

@veronicajournals has created such a pretty January monthly spread with washi tape, stickers and gorgeous Bujo Fonts. 

Try some new Bullet Journal fonts here. 

If you like to keep it simple, you could try our January Bujo pages here. We used a gorgeous metallic pen to make the whole monthly setup sparkle.

January Printables 

Short on time this month? Try our Essential Planner Bundle with 27 pages to help you design your monthly Bujo. Customize each sheet with your personal details like dates, habits, and moods, and create the perfect journal to suit your style and needs

January Bujo Habit Tracker 

January is the best time to start tracking your habits. It’s such an easy way to head towards your goals and the life you want to create.

• Snowflake Tracker: Use snowflake shapes with each section representing a habit. Shade in or decorate a snowflake arm for each day completed.

• Icicle Drops: Create a row of icicles, with each drop symbolizing a day.

• Firework Explosions: Track habits by filling in sections of a firework burst for each completed day.

• Clock Motifs: Use a clock face to represent the month, marking off hours for each day a habit is maintained.

• Winter Floral Tracker: Draw carnations or snowdrops, with each petal representing a day.

• Minimalist Grid: Use clean lines with frosty blue and gray tones for a simple yet elegant layout.

• Hot Cocoa Mugs: Add marshmallows or steam swirls to mugs for every day you stick to a habit.

• Goal Mountain: Design a snowy mountain scene where each step toward the peak represents progress in your habits.

For a Southern Hemisphere twist:

• Sunny Skies: Track habits with sun rays extending from a central sun.

• Beach Waves: Draw a wave for each day you stay on track.

• Ice Cream Scoops: Add a scoop to a cone as you achieve your daily goals.

  
  

 You can use a Year In Pixels tracker to track anything you wish, from moods to habits you want to cultivate over the whole year. 

Having a gratitude tracker near your Habit tracker like this spread from @creativemindscoffeegrinds is such a great way to lift your mood and stay positive. 

@tabi.journals

January Bujo Mood Tracker 

• Snowflakes: Draw a large snowflake or multiple smaller ones, with each section or flake representing a different mood.

• Fireworks: Each spark or burst corresponds to your mood, creating a vibrant display by month’s end.

• Mountain Peaks: Chart your moods as a series of peaks, valleys, or trails across a mountainous landscape.

• Hot Cocoa Mugs: Decorate a cozy scene by coloring in mugs of cocoa to reflect your feelings.

• Celestial Phases: Use a moon phase or constellation theme, marking stars or planets for each day’s mood.

• Ice Crystals: Sketch frost patterns, shading different sections based on your mood.

• Winter Village: Add color to houses or trees in a winter village, representing daily emotions.

• Calendar Doodle: Create a mini illustration for each day, capturing your mood in a fun, creative way.

  
  

For Southern Hemisphere readers, here are some summer-inspired ideas:

• Sun Rays: Draw a large sun and shade each ray to match your mood.

• Ocean Waves: Use different wave patterns or colors to track your emotions.

• Floral Blooms: Color in petals or flowers to show how you felt each day.

• Beach Umbrellas: Add a bright and cheerful umbrella for each mood.

  
  

 

Try this snowflake mood tracker here. 

@csenge_illustration

 @dulcetjournals

January Bujo Collections

Health and Fitness Pages: With lots of New Years goals involving health, a dedicated health tracker is a great idea.

You can find out more about this fitness tracker here. 

Digital Bujo

Thinking of trying Digital for your New Year Bullet Journal?

Find out more here about how you can create a personalized Digital Bujo…even as a beginner!

 January Doodles For Bujo

Try our super easy cozy winter doodles with step-by-step tutorials everyone can follow along with!

January Bujo Supplies

Why not start the year fresh with some new January Bujo Supplies?

Here is some of our favorite Bujo stationery and supplies to fit the monthly themes. 

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