You know we’re big bullet journal fans around here and when it comes to planning there isn’t really a bigger and more important project to keep track of than your wedding!
So today I’ve rounded up more than 30 creative spreads and trackers you can use to plan your big day. With a few reminders along the way to “journal” in your bullet journal, because this is one of the most important stories in your life too!
How to use your Bullet Journal to plan your wedding
The first thing you need to do is gather up your supplies. You'll need a notebook to journal in and maybe some cute planner stickers and a wedding magazine or two for inspiration!
This cute wedding ring tracker is a great way to countdown the months until you say I do. You could even use it as a mood tracker, because wedding planning is super stressful and you need to remember to monitor your emotions as part of your self care routine.
Grab your colored pens and go crazy with a brainstorm of all the ideas you have and actions you need to take.
Use a spread like this one to break your wedding tasks down by month so that you won't miss an important deadline.
Here's another way to set out your wedding timeline, this time in a gantt style chart so you can see what's due when.
When you're about a month out draw yourself a fresh timeline with the deadlines you have left so it's easier to keep track of them.
Set out some pages to keep a running task list of everything that needs to be done. I love the last entry on this one!
Don't forget to put the "journal" into bullet journal and tell your story, with words and photos!
One day your kids will ask when you met, and where you got engaged so be sure to write down those key dates..
There are certain official things you'll need to do in order to get married, so be sure to find out what they are for your state or country and make a list.
Use a spread like this to make notes about the venues before and after your tours.
Make a list of all of the different questions you need to ask during your venue visit so you don't forget anything.
Create a little map of your venues so you know when you're going on venue visit day.
You'll be surprised at the sheer number of things that cost money when you are planning your wedding so be sure to start with a detailed budget breakdown so you don't get caught out!
It's unlikely your budget will stretch to everything on your dream wedding list so right at the outset draw up a list of what is really important to you so you can see where you can save money.
Try the dollar a week savings challenge and keep track of it in your bullet journal.
Or make a cute wedding cake shaped savings tracker spread like this one!
You can also save money by DIY-ing some of your wedding, whether it's the favors or the flowers or even your shoes! Make a list fo what you think you could make.
Whether you doodle it or glue in some pictures from magazines, be sure to set aside some space in your journal for thinking about your wedding dress!
Keep a running list of photographers and videographers you want to speak to, as well as how much they charge.
You'll also need a venue, and a dress, and flowers, and a cake... so make a list of all the wedding suppliers you'll need as well as questions to ask them.
This handy tracker spread will help you keep track of your guest list, whether you've sent out save the dates and invites and whether they have sent back an RSVP.
Friends and family will want to pitch in and help with the planning so be sure to keep a running list of who to thank and what for when the big day arrives.
Draw out your seating charts and think about your decor and floral arrangements too.
If you're going to DIY your table centerpieces you can use your bullet journal to design them.
Use a spread like this to note who will be giving a wedding speech and in what order.
When you see something you like in a magazine cut it out and make an inspiration spread.
Here's another example of how you can paste images into your journal to form a vision board.
Be sure to paste in a Save the Date card as well as your wedding invitation and other stationery items so you have your own copies to look back on in years to come.
Start a list of the songs you really want to hear at your wedding reception.
You'll need a few signs to help guests know where to find things so set aside a page to plan them out.
The planning doesn't end on the day of the wedding, because afterwards you'll have to spend some time changing from Miss to Mrs officially. So make sure you make a list of everything you'll need to do so you don't forget something important!
Doodle a cute cover page and mark the big day on your calendar!
Don't forget to document the details of your wedding day.
