If you are tired of the traditional, rigid daily to-do list that leaves you feeling overwhelmed by mid-afternoon, it is time to talk about the Alistair Method.
Originally designed by Alastair Johnston for tracking future log events in a Bullet Journal, this brilliant, minimalist framework has been adapted by the stationery community into one of the most flexible weekly planning tools ever created. Instead of assigning tasks to specific days right away, you list your tasks in a single column, with a series of small columns right next to it representing the days of the week (or specific categories). You simply dot the day you hope or intend to get it done. If things change, you just move the dot. It gives your week breathing room while keeping everything on one clean page.
Because this method is an absolute game-changer for staying organized without the pressure, I am incredibly excited to announce a brand-new line of printable planner inserts featuring the Alistair Method!
Whether you love a tiny pocket companion or room to sprawl out, I have engineered these precise dot-grid layouts to fit perfectly across a variety of popular planner sizes:
- A6 Size: Perfect for compact, highly portable setups.
- B6 Size: The ultimate sweet spot for portability and writing space.
- Weeks Size: Sleek, elongated, and ideal for horizontal weekly tracking.
- A5 Size: Maximum room for detailed tasks, notes, and creative doodles.
- Traveler's Notebook (TN): Slim and perfectly scaled for standard TN inserts.
Each printable download is meticulously designed to align beautifully with your favorite paper grids, allowing you to print, cut, and slip them right into your current rotation. They are live on the shop right now, ready to give your weekly routine a serious upgrade in flexibility.