21 Captivating Notebook First Page Ideas
Are you starting a new notebook and looking for Bullet Journal page ideas for your front page? You’re in the right place!
The thought of writing in a blank notebook can be both exhilarating and intimidating. It’s so full of possibilities!
But at the same time, it’s wide open, with no real direction or guidance on what to write first…
What should you put on that all-important first page?
Well, have no fear – I’ve got some ideas for how to get started filling those pristine pages. Today we’ll talk about creative ways to create your own unique ‘first page’ spread in your notebooks.
Whether you are looking for a simple design and format or want to go all-out creative and put personal touches on this introductory page, there’s no shortage of ideas out there!
I have compiled some fun and inspiring ways that will help bring your new Bullet Journal to life.
And don’t forget to scroll until the end of the post to get your free front page printable.
21 Notebook First Page Ideas
Here are 21 unique ideas for the perfect Bullet Journal first page that are sure to make your creative dreams come true.
It’s important for the first page of your notebook to set an inspirational tone that will help carry your thoughts and ideas throughout its pages.
The first page seems very intimidating, and it definitely can be something that would hold you back from starting your journal right away, so let’s look at a few ideas that will definitely spark your imagination.
- Wishlist
Why not start your journal with a wish list? Something you want to happen in the upcoming year, or maybe something you want to change in your life. Or it could be a wish list for things you want your journal to help you with.
- About me page
This is my favorite way to start a Bullet Journal! There are many things you can do with this page, but my preference is to use it as a little milestone with information about where you are in life at the moment you start this journal.
- Contact details
In case you ever misplace your journal, adding contact details might be a good idea to make sure when people find it; they know who to give it back to.
- News headline from today’s day
Kind of a different way to do it, but why not? Especially if you can find a headline that speaks to you. Plus, you can get so creative with this idea!
- Word of the year
This is a really fun practice to pick one word that would be kind of your mantra for the upcoming year.
- Your favorite poem
This would definitely help you set up the mood for your journal and make it more your own since our favorite poem tells a lot about you.
- Collage
Why not have fun with your first page and create a little collage? Pick a different colored paper and some stickers you have in your collection, and try to put it all together and create something unique and pretty.
- Key
Key is one of the basic Bullet Journal pages, and chances are you’ll need to include it in your setup anyways, so why not use it as your first page?
- Prayer or affirmation
Speaking of starting a journal on the right note, why not add a prayer or affirmation, something you can look at every time you open the journal that would cheer you up?
- Notebook theme
You can create Bullet Journals for all types of purposes, for work, for your daily planning, and for memory keeping. Maybe spend the first page clarifying what type of journal this is.
- Gratitudes
Gratitude pages are very powerful, and it’s always a wonderful reminder of all the amazing things you have in your life, so it’s an inspiring idea to turn them into your first page.
- Year at a glance
This is kind of a type of future log, and I always find that it’s a very useful page to have this outlook for the upcoming year.
- Yearly goals
Chances are, you probably have some goals you want to achieve, so why not write them down on the front page of your journal? That way, you can always look at it and remind yourself what you’re working towards.
- Quote page
A good quote can motivate and inspire! And quote pages are very fun to create and are a great way to jump-start your creativity.
- Write a letter to yourself
Doesn’t it sound like a fun idea? Start your journal with a little letter to yourself, talking about your dreams and aspirations for the person you will become.
- Journal name
That’s a very fun idea I first heard from Caitlin Da Silva. Just give a name to your journal! Doesn’t it kind of add extra personality to it?
- Current year
An easy way to start your journal is to write the year when you’re starting it. It will be a good way to catalog your journals as well.
- Add a photo of yourself
Or maybe even create a collage with different pictures of yourself and the people around you at this point in your life. It’s a great way to keep the memories and connect your journal to what is happening in your life at the moment.
- Level 10 life
This is a fun exercise to do a quick life evaluation and set your goals. This will be a fun way to start a new journal, so you’re very clear about where you’re going with it.
- Bullet Journal “why”
Starting a journal is like starting a new habit; there will be challenges in staying consistent and getting the most from your BuJo. What I found the most useful is to be clear on why exactly you are starting your journal and what it can help you achieve.
- Skip the first page
You might give yourself a lot of anxiety trying to find that perfect idea and make sure your first page is perfect. So my final idea for you is to just skip the first page!
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Stationery Recommendations
You know me, I always have to include some stationery recommendations for my posts. I can talk stationery for hours, and I really love sharing my favorite supplies and helping you curate a collection of pens and markers you’ll love using every day.
So here are a few of my all-time favorites:
- Sakura Pigma Micron – a good set of fineliners will make sure all your designs have a crisp black outline to them, and these are amazing.
- Sakura Gelly Roll Metallic – I love using metallic pens to add accents, especially if you’re using a lot of back or even black paper. Sakura Gelly Rolls are some of the best gel pens out there!
- Tombow Twin Tone Markers – if you feel like you want to add some color to your pages, these markers are definitely a great tool to use. And they come in so many different colors that you can always find something that fits your aesthetics.
- HP SProcket – this is my go-to mini printer for adding pictures to your journal. It doesn’t require any ink and the paper already comes as a sticker.
- Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pen – brush lettering is a great way to add interest and character to your pages, and these pens are great for that and many more things, such as drawing.
Free Printable Notebook Front Page
You know I wouldn’t leave you without a freebie, so already in the Resources Vault you can find a free printable first page idea.
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If you’ve never used printables before, be sure to check my post How To Use Printables In Your Bullet Journal.
It’s pretty basic, and you can find all the supplies you need in my post Supplies For Using Bullet Journal Printables.
More Resources
This post might’ve left you wanting to learn more about some of these ideas, so I’ve gathered here a few more posts that I think you’ll love.
Read these next:
- 15 About Me Bullet Journal Page Ideas
- How To Create A Quote Page In Your Bullet Journal
- Why You Need Personal Word of The Year & How To Choose It
- Creative Bullet Journal First Page Ideas
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