My Minimalist Bullet Journal Toolkit

Over the years, I’ve drastically changed my arsenal of favorite bullet journaling tools.  Keep reading to see exactly what I keep in my pencil pouch.

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1. Leuchtturm1917 Medium Size Hardcover A5 Notebook – Dotted Pages – Black

I adore my Leuchtturm 1917 notebook in the color anthracite.  The thin, creamy pages make it last longer than other competitors, and I adore the lived-in feel that comes when I use more of the notebook.  This is the classic bullet journal option, and I’m happy to start my year in it.

2. Muji Gel Ink Ball Point Pen, 0.38-mm, Black, 10 Pcs

I can’t stop singing the praises of this pen.  It still has that pitck black, inky gel pen look that I love; although, it’s delicate, precise, and never blots on the page like other gel pens I’ve tried.

I have this pen in both 0.38 and 0.5 for finer work or long-handed writing.  There’s a reason this is featured in so many of my Instagram posts – it finally gave me pen peace!

3. 2 Count 6″ Stainless Steel RulerW

The mini ruler is the unsung hero, the backbone of my bullet journal.  This two-pack is an essential part of my toolkit becuase I can leave one on my desk and one in my pencil pouch.  

I may look a little crazy when I whip out one of these in the middle of class to draw a straight line, but once you start carrying a ruler, you’ll never go back.  

4. Tombow MONO Hybrid Correction Tape, 10-Pack.

If you’re sensing a theme here, I love the ten pack so I can keep one of these white-out dispensers anywhere I use my bullet journal.  

I had tried every brand at stores like Walmart, but nothing compares to Tombow.  This dispenser is easy to use, comes with plenty of tape, and hasn’t failed me once. 

5. Tombow MONO Permanent Adhesive Applicator, 1/3-Inch by 472-Inch (62106)

Yet again, Tombow is my go-to brand.  This permanent adhesive is simple – just glide and stick.  If you enjoy pasting photographs and other pieces of memoroblia in your journal, this is far superior to folding pieces of normal stick or using messy glue.  

Even if my journal is more minimalistic, this tool is a staple on my desk.  I use it to firmly attach sticky notes or paste pages together if I made a mistake and want to hide a spread without ruining the binding of a notebook.  

6. Zebra Mildliner highlighter pen set, 20 Pastel Color set

Mildliners are a cult classic in the bullet journal world.  They add a perfect pop of color without bleeding through the page.  I actually own two of each color so I can have one set on my desk and a seperate mobile set in my backpack.  You’ll see these all over my spreads on Instagram.

I often use the bullet side for writing titles, and the chisel side for highlighting or accenting in spreads.

Looking for more writer’s notebook inspiration?  Check out more of what i include in mine.

7. Pencil Case, Yloves Big Capacity Pen Pencil Bag Pouch Box Organizer Holder for School Office Supplies with 2 PCS Index Tabs (Pink)

Last but not least, the pencil pouch itself.  My favorite feature is the double zipper – the front flap holds my favorite pens, where the main compartment holds the other tools for easy access.  I have this lovely pink color!

Check out some of these amazing products as you build your own toolkit for 2019.  Each of these items hold a special place in my bullet journaling routine.

The Bullet Journal was created by Ryder Carroll, and you can read more about it on its website.