Whenever a new year starts, it’s great to start fresh with an awesome new journal. It’s like a clean slate, just waiting for all kinds of wonderful possibilities! If you have a woman in your life who likes to record her thoughts and dreams, then you need to check out our top ten picks for diaries and journals for her. Be sure to read the descriptions to find the one that’s the perfect fit for her!
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Best Leather Journals
Leatherbound journal set. This journaling set has an aged, vintage/rustic look and would be great for journaling, for use as a travel diary, or for a portable sketchbook. It has blank, cream-colored paper, and comes in 3 different sizes.
Leather journal with lined paper and pen. This journaling gift set comes in a box with a lined journal. It also includes a pen to “jot down daily events, inspiration, hopes & dreams!”
Faux Leather Journal Gifts
Refillable faux leather journal. Faux leather with a magnetic closure and pen loop. It comes in brown, blue, & white, & our panel loves all 3 color choices.
Dragonfly faux leatherette journal. Another soft, beautiful and refillable faux leather journal.
Start Where You Are Journal Prompts for Women
Start Where You Are journal. Filled with art and prompts, this reviewer said it perfectly:
“The artwork is gorgeous. Some of the drawings (they’re more like paintings) are absolutely frame-worthy. They appeal to both adult women and teens because they’re somewhat whimsical while still giving off a modern feel. The colors are so vivid and bright, they almost jump out at you. The quotes are all very thought-provoking. And the prompt questions really got me thinking…” Amazon reviewer
Wreck This Journal – A Unique & Creative Journaling Experience
Wreck this Journal. This particular one is great for all age groups – kids, teens, and younger /older adults love it. It’s a creative take on journaling and writers’ block that some say even relieves anxiety as well. Take a look at this google review to get a feel for what it’s like!
“For anyone who’s ever wished to, but had trouble starting, keeping, or finishing a journal or sketchbook comes Wreck This Journal, an illustrated book that features a collection of prompts, asking readers to muster up their best mistake- and mess-making abilities to fill the pages of the book (and destroy them). Acclaimed illustrator Keri Smith encourages journalers to engage in “destructive” acts-poking holes through pages…painting with coffee, and more-in order to experience the true creative process. Readers discover a new way of art and journal making-and new ways to escape the fear of the blank page and fully engage in the creative process.” – Amazon reviewer
Mom Journal – Q & A a Day
Q & A a Day for Moms. This is a wonderful journal for the busy mothers in your life. They will just need to turn to the current date, and answer one question. She doesn’t have to think of something to write, which can be stressful when trying to journal as a busy mom. As she fills it up, all of those answers will become a treasured keepsake of her family’s life.
One Line a Day – Five Year Memory Book
One Line a Day 5 Year Memory Book. Does she dislike writing and journaling, but would love to have something to look back on? This one is for her! This reviewer describes it perfectly:
“This is my second One Line A Day Five Year Memory Book. I started the first one the day I got it…no reason to wait til Jan 1–that’s the beauty of it! I just finished five years and purchased a second one. I really do like the journal because I HATE journaling and this is totally manageable…An attached ribbon makes it easy to keep your place.” – amazon reviewer
Beautiful & Elegant Journals
Elegant blue azure journal. A high-quality journal that is in the turquoise family of color, with a gorgeous scroll design. This is an absolutely beautiful journal and keepsake for her. (If you’ve read any of our other articles, this is a favorite color of many women – you can never have enough turquoise!)
Turquoise Faith Journal
Everlasting love journal. This beautiful turquoise journal is made of Luxe leather – which is a faux leather with the look and feel of real leather. It features scripture from Jeremiah 31:3, lays flat, and has a matching ribbon place marker.
Journaling Pens – Pens that don’t Bleed
We’d be remiss if we left out great journaling pens to go with these amazing journals. She’ll definitely need (and love!) pens that won’t bleed through pages easily. Be sure to grab some to round out your gift!
Papermate Flair Ultra Fine Point. These are very popular & highly rated “no bleed” pens, perfect forall of her her journaling or note-taking endeavors.
Happy journaling!
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