How to Spark Joy with Creative Washi Tape Ideas
Fall is here! We’re back in the seasons of pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters, and a calendar that’s suddenly brimming with school events, sports, holidays, and more. While this season can feel overwhelming, it’s also the perfect time to bring a little creativity and joy to your family planning routine.
Our Colored Washi Tape (available in both 5-pack and 10-pack sets) is such a simple way to transform your family’s calendar into a tool that feels organized, easy to read, and uniquely yours.
Here are a few ideas to get you started with this functional tool:
Color-Coded Seasons of Life
Use different washi tape colors to highlight big categories on your Quarterly Wall Calendar. For example:
- Orange tones for school projects and due dates
- Greens for meal planning or family gatherings
- Blue tones for sports, musical rehearsals, and practices
This quick visual system makes it easier for everyone in the family to see what’s coming at a glance.
Block Off Family Time
Fall weekends can fill up fast! Use a strip of washi tape to block off “non-negotiable” family time, whether it’s a cozy Friday night movie, a trip to the pumpkin patch, or downtime at home. Seeing that colorful stripe across your calendar is a cheerful reminder that rest and togetherness matter too.
Create Mini Timelines
Instead of writing “Fall Break” on every single day of the week, run a strip of washi tape across the days to show the whole block of time. It’s tidy, visual, and saves you from rewriting the same event multiple times.
Layer with Dots Stickers for Details
Pair your washi tape with our Dot Stickers to add extra detail. For example, place a dot on top of a washi strip to mark a game day within a sports season, or to call out the one day of the week when practice runs late. The tape creates structure, and the dots add those finer details. Together they make your calendar both functional and fun.
Add Seasonal Flair
Washi tape isn’t just practical, it can be playful too! Use it to frame the month, decorate for holidays, or even let kids add their own little touches to the family calendar. When your planning tool looks cheerful, it’s easier to keep everyone engaged.
Finding Calm in the Chaos
Planning your fall with washi tape isn’t about making your calendar look perfect, it’s about creating a system that brings calm, clarity, and even a little joy to the everyday chaos of family life.
Ready to spark joy in your family’s planning this fall? Grab your Quarterly Calendar, pick your favorite Washi Tape colors, and start creating a season that’s as colorful and intentional as it is cozy.
P.S. As the holidays draw near, don’t forget that organization-themed gifts are both thoughtful and practical. If you’re not sure what to choose for a friend, neighbor, or teacher, we also offer Gift Cards. The most simple way to spread the joy of calm planning.