August Bullet Journal Inspiration: 30 Themes Worth Trying
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As we approach August, it’s time to start thinking up what to put in your next bullet journal spread. There are so many amazing ways you can transform a blank page into a gorgeous August calendar or tracker. Here are 30 fantastic ideas to help spark some inspiration!
Get Ready for August
Find Inspiration
Be the next Avatar
We just finished rewatching the Last Airbender and Legend of Korra, so you know I had to include this one!
Visit the stars
Look to the stars this August, and bring your bullet journal to life with this space theme.
Keep it simple
Some times, all you need is a few simple flowers and some dashes of color to create a gorgeous monthly.
When life gives you lemons
I know they're just lemons, but I really do love the vibe of this setup! Every time I look at it, I can't help but smile.
Cherry Blossoms & Corgis...
This is the definition of a theme I did not know I needed until now. I can't get enough of this absolutely adorable setup!
Have some fun
Not every setup has to be serious. Sometimes, you just need to create something just for fun.
Moon phases
Bring the moon phases to life in your August bullet journal!
Be the king of your jungle
The realism in this piece is truly incredible. Even if you can't make something quite this beautiful, nature is a great place to find inspiration.
Float away
Float away from all of your troubles with a hot air balloon August Bullet Journal setup!
Go on a tropical getaway
Even if you can't travel right now, that doesn't mean you can escape for a while in your August setup!
Keep it black & white
You know I love adding tons of color to my bullet journal, but this setup is proof that you really don't need to in order to create something beautiful.
Save time with stickers
Stickers are a great way to spice up your bullet journal! Here are some sticker ideas if you're looking to expand your collection.
Go retro
I'm not sure it's possible to look at this spread and not smile.
Try it, I couldn't do it.
Light up the night
Fireflies are one of my absolute favorite things about summer, and this spread really does capture the spirit of summer for me.
Abandon the traditional
Sure, you can easily do a traditional monthly setup, but why not try to switch it up a bit? Sometimes I really like doing a series of weekly spreads, and just skipping the monthly altogether.
Black it out
If you haven't tried a blackout journal yet, I highly recommend it! They are so much fun to work with and create some stunning spreads like this one.
You can see my full review of the blackout journal here.
Get lost in the galaxy!
I love galaxies, and this one is fantastic! Have you ever tried to make a galaxy? They look super hard, but they're really not that difficult, you can see how to do it here.
Venture into the deep blue
The ocean is always a great place to find inspiration.
Add some washi
It's amazing how much a simple washi tape border can really bring a monthly setup to life!
Pastel, pastel, pastel
Keep it simple with a nice cool pastel theme to help you stay cool this August!
We all scream for ice cream
What's better in the heat of summer than ice cream?
Bust out the watercolors
You can never go wrong with watercolors, and if you're afraid of watercoloring directly in your journal, this spread provides the perfect solution!
Create the perfect landscape
Landscapes are great because they can be as complicated or as simple as you'd like. Because of that, they are a great choice whether you want to throw together a quick spread or you want to get really creative with it.
A few lines and some color
Don't overthink it, especially if you're in a hurry. All you need to create a monthly is a few lines and a bit of color.
Go all out
Throw caution to the wind this month, and really put your journal to the test!
Let the mushrooms bloom
I'm actually a bit obsessed with mushrooms. I don't know what it is about them, but I absolutely love them.
Bust out the florals
The linework on this piece by @hayleyremdeart is truly amazing, and because of that, this spread feels like the perfect spread to end on!
Get a Free August Calendar Printable
Want an August bullet journal spread that’s colorful, beautiful, and requires zero effort? Grab my free August printable for your bullet journal! This cute, bright freebie will be sure to add tons of life to your planner.
All you need to do is sign up for my Fox Den Resource Library to get instant access to this printable (along with dozens more). Then it’s all yours!
Wrap Up Summer Right
We may still have some warm months ahead of us, but August feels like the end of summer is approaching. Make sure to have fun with your August set up and squeeze the last drops of summer from these weeks. Before you know it, we’ll be enjoying autumn again!
These are all so beautiful. Although I do not have a bullet journal yet these are still so fun to look at. Thank you for sharing them.
I’m so happy you enjoyed them, Ella!
These are lovely, thanks for sharing inspiration! As I’m heading home to a Southern Hemisphere winter my plan was to do something wintery with mountains and your number 26 looks like perfect inspiration! Thanks again 🙂
I’m so glad you found some inspiration! I hope your trip goes smoothly and safely 🙂