Win! A Paperchase ‘Get things done’ Planner

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If you’re a regular reader to my blog, you’ll know that I’m quite ‘big’ on being organised, and living in a (fairly) organised home. This past month or so, I’ve been decluttering (you can see more of this here, and here), and generally spending January house-wise pottering about and deciding what can be done to keep our lives running smoothly. 

Don’t get me wrong, I love my home to be fun, filled with people and am happy for the kids to enjoy it and get messy. But when it comes to making sure the bills are paid, my work is done, emails are answered, and everyone has everything they need and is in the right place, then I need to be on the ball!

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I’ve always been a sucker for a pretty notebook to write my ‘to do’ lists in, and this brilliant ‘Get Things Done’ planner from Paperchase has really caught my eye! 

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With pages to write your priorities for the days ahead, daily hour-by-hour pages, and space to write your notes and general lists, this has definitely made the cut when it comes to keeping myself on top of all life throws at me. No mean feat, what with 2 young children, 2 jobs, an Etsy Store, a home to run and life in general to organise! 

To be in with a chance of winning one of these brilliant planners, simply fill in the Rafflecopter below, and enter using as many options as you’d like.

Good luck!

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Terms and Conditions: Competition closes at 12.00am (midnight)  GMT on Sunday 28th February 2016. Entries received after this time and date will not be valid. UK residents only. Entrants must be 18 and over. Winner will be selected at random via Rafflecopter after the closing date and will be notified within 5 days of competition end. Only entrants received via the Rafflecopter widget will be considered valid.The prize is a Paperchase ‘Get Things Done’ Planner- no cash alternatives to the stated prize will be offered.

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166 Comments

  1. Heather
    February 7, 2016 / 9:29 pm

    Oh my, I need one of these so badly. I currently have just been using notebooks, but this would make it so much easier and neater, Thank you!

  2. Rachel In Real Life
    February 7, 2016 / 9:31 pm

    Oh this is beautiful! I love a pretty planner me. I use a planner to keep myself on track although I go through periods of not using it, then I get flustered and stressed before I start using it again.

  3. Tracey Peach
    February 7, 2016 / 9:38 pm

    Make notes & lists & put them somewhere you will easily see them every day 🙂

  4. Riri
    February 7, 2016 / 9:39 pm

    I try to be organised with planners. I always have a calendar too. 🙂

  5. Sue C
    February 7, 2016 / 9:40 pm

    Well this planner is just great because my tip for getting things done is kind of doing what this planner does. If I’m feeling overwhelmed I write out a list of things I need to do while I’m having breakfast and have different rows of today, tomorrow, this week.

  6. Sarah Robinson
    February 7, 2016 / 10:50 pm

    A great diary with different parts for remember different things! A good list always helps too!

  7. Megan Kinsey
    February 7, 2016 / 11:32 pm

    I love having a physical list and being able to tick things off as I go! I have been known to start the list with something I’ve already finished so it feels like I’ve achieved more!

  8. Suzanne
    February 7, 2016 / 11:33 pm

    Just write everything down and prioritise.

  9. Lynn Bellamy
    February 7, 2016 / 11:41 pm

    Lists lists lists! Every little tiny thing I need to do goes on my list for the day. I just love the satisfaction of ticking things off!

  10. Samir Lola
    February 8, 2016 / 12:19 am

    Post it notes…. Everywhere

  11. Henry B
    February 8, 2016 / 3:30 am

    Getting up at a consistent time and attempting to put a plan down at the start of the week

  12. Jo Ineichen
    February 8, 2016 / 6:20 am

    Always make lists!!

  13. Tracy Nixon
    February 8, 2016 / 6:35 am

    Keep a planner and a wall chart for the family!

  14. Kay T
    February 8, 2016 / 6:49 am

    Need a planner otherwise I forget !

  15. Jo m welsh
    February 8, 2016 / 6:56 am

    Writing everything down its the only way

  16. Sally Collingwood
    February 8, 2016 / 7:21 am

    Buy a few concertina files and and keep all receipts, documents, warranties etc in order and lable appropriately.

  17. Alix Smith
    February 8, 2016 / 7:53 am

    Sort out post as soon as it arrives rather than putting it on a pile for later on – I am also an avid list maker so this would be a dream prize!!

  18. Barbara Knight
    February 8, 2016 / 8:30 am

    Just tackle things little and often.

  19. ValB
    February 8, 2016 / 8:32 am

    Im a big fan of To Do lists – always have a notebook on the table and write things down as they occur to me

  20. Jennifer Haden
    February 8, 2016 / 8:44 am

    Making sure I write down everything I want to get done and making a plan to achieve it in a reasonable time.

  21. helen tovell
    February 8, 2016 / 9:32 am

    Make a note of things in a place where you constantly pass or look at

  22. Laura Asplin
    February 8, 2016 / 9:49 am

    I use my diary on my phone to remind me to do things as I always have it on me

  23. February 8, 2016 / 9:56 am

    I leave post-it notes in places around the house to remind me to do things!

  24. Rachel H
    February 8, 2016 / 9:59 am

    Always think ahead – know what you have to get done today, next week and next month.

    Have a book with all the special dates you need to remember written in for each month and heck twice a month so you can buy , write and post cards in time.

    Work out what meals you will have each day before you go shopping so you know exactly what you need to buy.

    Write lists of things you need to do and check the lists every day – this book looks perfect to help with that!

  25. Barbara Handley
    February 8, 2016 / 10:27 am

    Put everything away as soon as you can. This is one of the easiest ways to stay organized.

  26. Ashleigh Allan
    February 8, 2016 / 10:39 am

    Have a planner!

  27. Claire
    February 8, 2016 / 11:10 am

    This is a way better idea then scraps of spare paper I resort to at the moment.

  28. Angela treadway
    February 8, 2016 / 11:12 am

    Actually mine is writing everything down….so this comp is quite appropriate! X

  29. Ellie Woolmore
    February 8, 2016 / 11:17 am

    Lists, lists and more lists!

  30. lorraine
    February 8, 2016 / 11:38 am

    I have a wall planner and make lots of lists. I love the clock pictogram, would probably waste my day colouring it in for different activties/tasks

  31. Annabel Greaves
    February 8, 2016 / 12:49 pm

    Write a daily task list and tick things off when they are completed

  32. Sarah Parkin
    February 8, 2016 / 1:14 pm

    Make a list every night for the next day

  33. Christine Caple
    February 8, 2016 / 1:37 pm

    Keep a diary and lists. This would be ideal for keeping everything together.

  34. Michaela Smith
    February 8, 2016 / 1:47 pm

    I’m a big list writer and like to stick bright coloured post it notes on things as reminders! Would love to win this beautiful planner 🙂

  35. samantha price
    February 8, 2016 / 2:24 pm

    writing things down helps

  36. kate knight
    February 8, 2016 / 2:31 pm

    write lots and lots of lists!

  37. Holly Gibson
    February 8, 2016 / 2:43 pm

    Lists with absolutely everything!

  38. claire griffiths
    February 8, 2016 / 3:27 pm

    mine is have what needs doing wrote down in different places so one in diary one on calendar etc

  39. Sophie Spiby
    February 8, 2016 / 4:09 pm

    A Diary with lists

  40. k dunn
    February 8, 2016 / 5:00 pm

    to clear up every evening

  41. clair downham
    February 8, 2016 / 5:40 pm

    doing a little every day so you dont get piled up

  42. Andrea Fletcher
    February 8, 2016 / 5:53 pm

    Make lists and make a note of this on a calender.

  43. MANDY DOHERTY
    February 8, 2016 / 6:49 pm

    Make lists & use post it notes x

  44. Charlene P
    February 8, 2016 / 7:49 pm

    Use an electronic calendar!

  45. Adeline M
    February 8, 2016 / 7:56 pm

    TO-DO lists are my go to!

  46. Lisa Evans
    February 8, 2016 / 8:03 pm

    Writing lists, putting important dates on the calendar

  47. Michelle M
    February 8, 2016 / 8:17 pm

    I find writing lists really useful. Whatever your method you need to make sure you put aside time every day or week to plan.

  48. claire woods
    February 8, 2016 / 9:38 pm

    making lists

  49. Katie skeoch
    February 9, 2016 / 12:23 am

    Definitely a planner & some motivation of my own!

  50. Rachel Craig
    February 9, 2016 / 1:28 am

    For me, my fiancée reminds me of events, appointments etc. We do use a calander to assist memory, organisation etc. But I certainly could do with assistance, I do lists sometimes.

  51. harriet
    February 9, 2016 / 3:01 am

    Have a paper and an electronic diary

  52. Stevie
    February 9, 2016 / 7:18 am

    I’ve writing on my hand really does help.

  53. Ruth Harwood
    February 9, 2016 / 7:42 am

    I have a notepad on the fridge that I write important stuff on so I don’t forget 🙂

  54. charlotte qualter
    February 9, 2016 / 11:51 am

    i have a calender with plenty of room for each day have 4 kids! i keep my calender on the back of my downstairs loo door its the one place i can guarantee it will be read every day xxx

  55. aaron broad
    February 9, 2016 / 12:15 pm

    Once you are on top of it do little and often to keep on top of it

  56. Lyla
    February 9, 2016 / 12:34 pm

    To do lists – although they never seem to get any smaller!

  57. karen salisbury
    February 9, 2016 / 12:56 pm

    this would be great for days i forget appointment

  58. Hayley Lynch
    February 9, 2016 / 1:53 pm

    Get up half an hour earlier each day and say that 6 times aday you are going to give yourself an extra 5 mins back to catch up on outstanding jobs or 30 mins slot somewhere else x

  59. laura stewart
    February 9, 2016 / 2:58 pm

    i write everything down x

  60. Paula Barker
    February 9, 2016 / 4:06 pm

    Lists!

  61. Allan Wilson
    February 9, 2016 / 7:38 pm

    Diary and keep it always handy

  62. karen scammell
    February 9, 2016 / 8:30 pm

    Listing things for the next day before you go to bed

  63. Joanne Blunt
    February 9, 2016 / 11:14 pm

    Write everything down – making lists helps me.

  64. don erwood
    February 10, 2016 / 2:00 am

    Check the kitchen and bathroom cupboards for expired dates and get rid.

  65. Liam Bishop
    February 10, 2016 / 11:04 am

    Keeping lists on your phone, you always have it handy to add something on so you don’t forget!

  66. lynn r
    February 10, 2016 / 11:38 am

    A to-do list that you constantly refer to.

  67. BEC F
    February 10, 2016 / 2:52 pm

    I use the 2 minute rule -if it takes less the 2 mins do it straight away and then you stop things piling up.

  68. Monica Gilbert
    February 10, 2016 / 3:01 pm

    I need to write everything down to be organized.

  69. Tressa lapham-green
    February 10, 2016 / 5:07 pm

    Write things down and create lists. It is the only way I remember things!

  70. Amanda
    February 10, 2016 / 5:38 pm

    Lists for everything!

  71. Donna W
    February 10, 2016 / 8:22 pm

    As somebody who has always been disorganised, I learned when planning our wedding and then the birth of our baby, that making lists and sticking to them is the only way to be completely organised.

  72. Julie Ward
    February 10, 2016 / 9:10 pm

    I wish I knew, unorganised r us

  73. K KAUR
    February 10, 2016 / 9:55 pm

    Make a realistic to do list with your top 5 things you want to / need to do!

  74. Katie leavy
    February 11, 2016 / 12:00 am

    To do lists and colourful post it notes are a lifesaver

  75. Michelle O'Neill
    February 11, 2016 / 6:33 pm

    i write everything on my calander x

  76. Miranda
    February 11, 2016 / 8:25 pm

    I have a whiteboard to write everything down on at home and a planner for when I am out

  77. Sarah Ann (Things Sarah Loves)
    February 12, 2016 / 2:57 pm

    So Cute! I’m definitely a list maker and that’s how I stay organised! Nothing more satisfying that ticking everything ogg your list!

  78. Solange
    February 13, 2016 / 1:06 am

    Lists, calendars, diaries and Post Its

  79. Jess Mary
    February 13, 2016 / 8:40 am

    Post It notes work best for me!

  80. richard scholfield
    February 13, 2016 / 10:19 am

    Relax

  81. Gemma Massey
    February 13, 2016 / 2:10 pm

    I use my white board to write important dates and things to do for the day, as its on the wall and easy to see. Also post it notes are handy fab giveaway thanks for the chance x

  82. Melissa B
    February 13, 2016 / 9:51 pm

    I try to stay organised by writing EVERYTHING down.
    Then I end up losing all my notes and become even more confused 😉

  83. Maggie
    February 13, 2016 / 11:55 pm

    Notes on my desktop and iPad homescreen

  84. Susan B
    February 14, 2016 / 5:41 am

    Put things away as you go and don’t be tempted to leave things in a heap for later. If you need better storage, invest in some.

  85. Layla Thomas
    February 14, 2016 / 8:53 am

    I make lists, it’s the only way I can make myself get things done some days.

  86. February 15, 2016 / 1:37 am

    Post it notes everywhere and a large chalk board in kitchen

  87. Tracy Gladman
    February 15, 2016 / 4:37 pm

    Don’t overload yourself with tasks. Do a little every day. You can only do so much and if you have a massive list it will become overwhelming.

  88. Sarah Hughes
    February 17, 2016 / 10:50 am

    List everything you need to achieve in categories

  89. Becca Staples
    February 17, 2016 / 3:08 pm

    Forward planning and lists! x

  90. kim neville
    February 19, 2016 / 2:38 pm

    I write lots of reminders on post-its and to do lists

  91. Lynne Robinson
    February 19, 2016 / 2:38 pm

    Handle any piece of paper ONCE. Either file it or deal with it, do not put it down on a pile, also waiting to be dealt with!

  92. Kim M
    February 19, 2016 / 4:12 pm

    Like making lists

  93. EJ Dunn
    February 20, 2016 / 4:41 pm

    LISTS!

  94. joanna butler-savage
    February 20, 2016 / 6:34 pm

    write everything down twice

  95. Karen R
    February 20, 2016 / 8:37 pm

    Be disciplined and take time out to think and plan the next day’s activities

  96. Hannah Ingham
    February 21, 2016 / 10:41 am

    Lists! I couldn’t live without them, though I then have too many bits of paper flapping around!

  97. Nicola Lynch
    February 21, 2016 / 1:24 pm

    I have a list that is for everything that I need to do which constantly gets updated, but then will write out the top few that need ding that day to prioritise things. It helps to not be so daunted by a massive list too. I find this works at both home and when I was working as a PA.

  98. carole n
    February 21, 2016 / 2:54 pm

    follow a plan

  99. donna l jones
    February 21, 2016 / 7:39 pm

    a good quality diary

  100. Jade
    February 21, 2016 / 11:52 pm

    I like to have a big calendar on the wall with clearly marked important dates to have things done by. It really helps give you a visual reminder of what you have to do for particular days.

  101. karen hutchinson
    February 22, 2016 / 12:34 am

    make lists but not very organised so need this prize !

  102. sadie coffin
    February 22, 2016 / 9:15 am

    Make lots of lists and focus on one thing at a time – I should really take my advice!

  103. Sadiyya maryam
    February 22, 2016 / 11:39 am

    Making lists and declutter!

  104. Anne Dalzell
    February 22, 2016 / 2:13 pm

    My head works at 100 miles a minute – when i think of something that needs doing (anything from a bill needing paid to birthday card sent) i write it down there and then. So it might be that i have a list on my computer, on my phone, on the back of an envelope and on our calendar. I just need to remember to check those lists!!!!

  105. Lauren Old
    February 22, 2016 / 6:20 pm

    Making lists! It feels good to tick stuff off when you’ve done them

  106. Rachel Butterworth
    February 22, 2016 / 9:04 pm

    A planner, like this one coincidentally.

  107. Sarah
    February 23, 2016 / 11:39 am

    We rely on a shared Google calendar so we can both access from our phones and add reminders to – but sometimes you can’t beat writing things down, this planner looks great!

  108. Ruth Tesdale
    February 23, 2016 / 8:36 pm

    When you think of something that needs doing write it down and check your list regularly adding notes as the task progresses along with contact details and so on.

  109. Robyn Logan Clarke
    February 23, 2016 / 11:24 pm

    Don’t make your to do list too long

  110. Vicki
    February 24, 2016 / 11:06 am

    Keep a diary (or use the planner on your phone), AND use a calendar that everyone in the family can see. Make sure they tally up so everyone knows and can see what’s going on.

  111. Donna Lawton
    February 24, 2016 / 2:52 pm

    Not having children! Lol (Am expecting second child)

  112. Samantha Atherton
    February 25, 2016 / 12:07 pm

    Lists lists & more lists, it’s the only way I get anything done.

  113. Adrian Bold
    February 25, 2016 / 7:19 pm

    Lists and more lists. Have dates and times to do things – and stick to it!!

  114. lynn heath
    February 25, 2016 / 8:54 pm

    I have post it notes and a calendar that must not be moved, or else no one knows what they are doing!!!

  115. February 26, 2016 / 7:58 am

    use the calendar on your phone, that way you can step up notification to remind you of things

  116. February 26, 2016 / 10:34 am

    Lists, lists and more lists

  117. carol boffey
    February 26, 2016 / 11:42 am

    I write down things i have to do

  118. Helen Humphries
    February 26, 2016 / 2:31 pm

    I am inveterate list maker and aim to get about 80% completed. I don’t beat myself up for not getting everything done as it’s always tonnes more than if I don’t start out with a list in the first place!

  119. February 26, 2016 / 3:54 pm

    Have a small diary and carry it in your bag at all times. Fill it in as you go. Always keep an eye on the next fortnight or so and what appointments etc are booked so you don’t have any last minute surprises.

  120. Angy pangy
    February 26, 2016 / 8:30 pm

    I have a notepad app on my phone with shopping and to do lists on it

  121. Sarah Ballantyne
    February 27, 2016 / 12:00 am

    Lists, lists and more lists! On the fridge, in my diary and on my desk. If it’s not written down I forget it.

  122. February 27, 2016 / 7:30 am

    My tip is to spend 15 minutes every evening planning for the following day, I use a bullet journal but you could use a notebook a diary or a journal.

  123. kirsty szekeres
    February 27, 2016 / 8:20 am

    To not touch the laptop or go online before getting jobs done!

  124. jo liddement
    February 27, 2016 / 9:06 am

    Have a calender and stick to a list

  125. Donna Coleman
    February 27, 2016 / 11:24 am

    Lists, lists and more lists! There’s no greater satisfaction than ticking off a list!

  126. Rebecca Powell
    February 27, 2016 / 1:49 pm

    I have so many to do lists on my phone – this book would be perfect for me

  127. Kristyn Harris
    February 27, 2016 / 3:44 pm

    My tip for staying organised is to write everything down!

  128. lynn neal
    February 27, 2016 / 4:17 pm

    Tidying, sorting and filing, little and often!

  129. John Pring
    February 27, 2016 / 4:48 pm

    Sort mail as soon as it arrives and file it straight away (or bin/shred it)

  130. Victoria B
    February 27, 2016 / 5:07 pm

    Have a plan and a routine and stick to it.

  131. February 27, 2016 / 5:42 pm

    Lists lists and more lists

  132. Alison Johnson
    February 27, 2016 / 7:33 pm

    I don’t have one! I am really disorganised so could do with all the help I can get.

  133. Sue Dorking
    February 27, 2016 / 7:39 pm

    make lists and break tasks up into 15 minute chunks that cab easily divided up throughout the day

  134. jessica cook
    February 27, 2016 / 8:17 pm

    make lists and check off

  135. Hayley Perry
    February 27, 2016 / 10:23 pm

    Mine is to right my to do list before bed for the following day not only do I have my list I’ve also got all my thoughts onto paper and therefore have a better nights sleep!

  136. Natalie Gillham
    February 27, 2016 / 11:02 pm

    If you haven’t used it for 6 months get rid of it, make lists to keep on track, use a file system for paperwork and documents x

  137. Kirsty Woods
    February 28, 2016 / 8:28 am

    Write things down, and check it every day

  138. Jean Vaughan
    February 28, 2016 / 8:50 am

    I use my Paperchase e-co notebook to make lists and put my own dates in but love the design of the giveaway, perfect organisation for me.

  139. Shannon Snell
    February 28, 2016 / 9:36 am

    This is lovely! I need to be more organised.

  140. Alison Barker
    February 28, 2016 / 10:15 am

    Write lists.

  141. emma sewell
    February 28, 2016 / 12:02 pm

    Always have a to do list for the week and spend time filling in what you are doing on each day , i tend to compete with myself then to get the jobs done that are due at the end of the week done at the beginning so i can have some me time !!

  142. Karen Harrison
    February 28, 2016 / 12:40 pm

    Make ull use of diaries and planners otherwise I’ll never remember anything!

  143. Julie Camm
    February 28, 2016 / 1:18 pm

    Write everything down, jobs at home to be done, appointments, things I keep forgetting to buy…….birthdays…

  144. Carol Peace
    February 28, 2016 / 2:30 pm

    Write things down but in bite size pieces so you are not making too big challenge for yourself each time.

  145. laura bean
    February 28, 2016 / 3:31 pm

    we have a board and my whole family contributes and looks at it to remind eachother. or more mum (me) keeps the organisation!

  146. jackie curran
    February 28, 2016 / 4:10 pm

    I make lists for everything

  147. Zoe g
    February 28, 2016 / 4:22 pm

    I reward myself for getting certain tasks done!!!

  148. February 28, 2016 / 4:31 pm

    I like lists 🙂 and plans with lists lol

  149. Ruth Wollerton
    February 28, 2016 / 4:57 pm

    I make lists and tick them off when I am done

  150. Lisa Tavendale
    February 28, 2016 / 5:02 pm

    Post its and to-do lists, and stick to them!

  151. Natalie Crossan
    February 28, 2016 / 5:17 pm

    I always try to organise paperwork as soon as it comes
    into the house x

  152. Pam Francis Gregory
    February 28, 2016 / 5:26 pm

    Get some storage boxes

  153. Karl Borowy
    February 28, 2016 / 5:39 pm

    write it down and plan well

  154. Julie
    February 28, 2016 / 5:44 pm

    Making lists and trying to score things off each night

  155. Kay Broomfield
    February 28, 2016 / 5:57 pm

    I’m not that organised but a to do list of a sensible size helps me get stuff done!

  156. Laura Kevlin
    February 28, 2016 / 6:15 pm

    Use your ‘spare minutes’ to get little tasks done i.e. while you’re waiting for the toast to pop up put in a load of washing or empty the dishwasher. Do mundane things when watching TV like folding the washing so you’re still productive even though it’s leisure time 🙂

  157. Cara Holmes
    February 28, 2016 / 6:51 pm

    Lists lists and more lists

  158. February 28, 2016 / 7:02 pm

    Once you pick a piece of paper or something similar, deal with it there & then, either recycle or file

  159. February 28, 2016 / 9:23 pm

    Do something when you remember to do it and don’t put it off.

  160. Anni Large
    February 28, 2016 / 9:24 pm

    Utilising sticky notes to make lists and put them somewhere that you look at first thing in the morning i.e. the mirror. 🙂

  161. Jodie W
    February 28, 2016 / 9:33 pm

    stop procrastinating!

  162. Holly Neale
    February 28, 2016 / 9:46 pm

    I like to file away all my important letters. A stylish notebook also helps me to stay organised!

  163. Patricia Fraser
    February 28, 2016 / 10:49 pm

    I always find that writing lists helps, otherwise i would never remember anything x

  164. Victoria Dixon
    February 28, 2016 / 11:09 pm

    At the moment I use a paper diary and write everything down that I need to do then tick off each thing once its done, I can’t get used to the organised apps on my phone

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