For the love of paper planningnoreply@blogger.com (Laurie)Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:53:29 -0400Blogger http://www.blogger.com72191700https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/en-usnoPhilofaxy 2016-2018Planner,Organiser,Organizer,Travellers,Notebook,PlannerverseGetting the most out of your planner or organiser to help streamline your lifeThe Hitch Hikers Guide to the PlannerverseSteve Morton & Karine Tovmassiansteve@philofaxy.com Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassianhttps://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/pen-loops.htmlPen LoopThu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3834527900600864926Often there is no choice, you buy a particular brand or model of organiser and it comes with one or two pen loops. Some brands always give you two pen loops on an A5 organiser, others only give you one no matter what size organiser it is. I was prompted to think about this issue the other day when I was using my Lefax City 10/6 slimline organiser which doesn't have a pen loop, or a 4steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/video-web-finds-wednesday-9-september.htmlVideo WebWed, 9 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4133844261281084190I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Planner Set Up | Personal Rings - Diana LynnUnboxing || New Planner Covers! - Courtnee Heart and The HoneybeeFlipping through new inserts - Tonya PlansStarting a new month -&0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/free-for-all-tuesday-no-814.htmlFFATTue, 8 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3842330155702645034 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/krause-bensons-koloman-handler-ring.htmlringsMon, 7 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3660783117917206581If you have bought a non-Filofax branded organiser in the last few years what make of rings it is fitted with can be a bit of a puzzle. The ring mechanism as we know it now has been around since about 1915 in one form or another. The only major change has been the grouping of the rings so that they all open at once rather than the groups of 3 rings opening separately. See my earlier post on 6steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/silent-sunday.htmlSilent SundaySun, 6 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6752200653804718756 Heavy Duty ~2" net Jeppesen Airway Manual (Half-Letter FC Classic Format) Thank you Hans1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/web-finds-saturday-5-september-2026.htmlWebSat, 5 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1373467755798717556It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 29 August 2026Silent SundayPlanning for a medical emergency with your organiser.Free For All Tuesday - No. 813Video Web Finds - Wednesday 2 September 2026Highlights for 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/free-for-all-friday-no-930-by-steve.htmlFFAFFri, 4 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8438860595851370956Having a large collection of Filofax organisers is not quite as unusual these days as it was say 15 years ago. My own 'collection' hasn't grown that much in the last few years compared to say 10 years or more ago. My organisers are in varying sizes, mostly A5 and Personal size. Having changed to Personal size this year I have been using a variety of organisers, in some cases I've owned 8steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/highlights-for-august-2026.htmlHighlightsThu, 3 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1650780702300565460Here are the highlights for last month. We published the following posts. General Posts: Highlights for July 2026William Hannah A5 & A6 InsertsDates for your diary Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 AugustFilofax Inserts (Reproduced)Inserts for 2027?Philofaxy Video Web Finds, Your Help Is RequiredSummer ReadingKnow Your NumbersPlanning for a medical emergency with your organiser.Free For All 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/video-web-finds-wednesday-2-september.htmlVideo WebWed, 2 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5270451843661116875I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. New Horizontal Planner Inserts - Tonya PlansPlan with me in my Filofax - mariam's leaf Does your planner always end up in a drawer? - Franklin PlannerMid-Year Planner Burnout 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/09/free-for-all-tuesday-no-813.htmlFFATTue, 1 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1617210051536072860 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/planning-for-medical-emergency-with.htmlEmergencyMedicalMon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3969216504138285275Back in 2020, I had an unexpected stay in a local hospital, not unpleasant by any means, but just unexpected. In fact it was only my third ever stay in a hospital, and the longest as far as I'm aware. My previous hospital stay was back when I was only seventeen! Yes, decades ago. Add in the fact that this was a French hospital and because of COVID-19 I was on my own, it tested my French language7steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/silent-sunday_0516219881.htmlFilohaxSilent Sundayvintage on vintageSun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2558141826745668426 Observers book with Winchester Iguana in tan5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/web-finds-saturday-29-august-2026.htmlWebSat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-301260659077125344It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 22 August 2026Silent SundaySummer ReadingFree For All Tuesday - No. 812Video Web Finds - Wednesday 26 August 2026Know Your NumbersFree for All Friday No. 929 by NanHere are 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-friday-no-929-by-nan.htmlFFAFFri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-561717194466978015A new academic year is approaching in some parts of the world. How do you change your organizer approach to meet your needs as a student or teacher? - Do you switch to a larger format now that break time is over? - Do you have a separate academic organizer, or do everything in one? - Do you use your organizer for taking class notes, or do that separately? As always on Friday, 2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/know-your-numbers.htmlMedicalThu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7599946985105298385When did you last have your blood pressure checked? Do you 'know your numbers'? Having your blood pressure checked is quite a simple thing to do on a regular basis. If you don't have your own monitor to do the check your local pharmacy will have one or you can buy one, they aren't too expensive. High or low blood pressure gives rise to lots of other medical conditions. I'm no medical 2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/video-web-finds-wednesday-26-august-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7568932694071386192I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Set up a new month with me - Franklin PlannerDO THIS When You Can't Focus - Carl PulleinWhat's Happening Now - and Plans For the Future - FlatabilityFilofax: Plan with me, weekly 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-tuesday-no-812.htmlFFATTue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7657969603936849447 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/summer-reading.htmlBooksReadingMon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4601500571215564943During the recent hot weather I have been doing a lot of reading. Catching up on my 'To Be Read' stack of books!I'm not a fast or as fast a reader as some people. I often get so absorbed in a book or a series of books I forget the title of the book I'm reading. To take the strain out of know what books I've read or haven't read yet I created a few different Filofax inserts which I hope you 3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/silent-sunday_01907132949.htmlSilent SundaySun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8619148227948600211 Filofax Tool Time - Actual Size! - Hans5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/web-finds-saturday-22-august-2026.htmlWebSat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1478881810894486345It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 15 August 2026Silent SundayInserts for 2027?Free For Tuesday - No. 811Video Web Finds - Wednesday 19 August 2026Philofaxy Video Web Finds, Your Help Is RequiredFree For All 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-friday-no-928-by-laurie.htmlFFAFFri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1903965913899738320Do your friends or family ever say you spend too much time using your Filofax? Mine have said this occasionally over the years (with my husband even saying I should "live life outside the book"), and yet I am the one they turn to when they need to know something. I'm the one who knows when everyone is due for the dentist, dates when things happened, passcodes to shared accounts, etc. I also 3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/philofaxy-video-web-finds-your-help-is.htmlPhilofaxyVideo WebThu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4073302647686846378You might not have noticed the change to the weekly posts, but since Google/YouTube changed the format of their site, it has become harder to assemble these posts. They have removed the ability to sort the results in upload order. I can still restrict the results to the last week or month. But what comes out is a bit of a jumbled mess, and often includes posts that have no relevance to 11steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/video-web-finds-wednesday-19-august-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-275644428654080261I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Meet the new MeePlus Portfolio Insert - MeePlusThis stationery is PERFECT for left-handers! - JetPensThis week's releases & restocks (w/o 17 August 2026) - Gillio FirenzeHow I 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-tuesday-no-811.htmlFFATTue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8540895112655868309 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/inserts-for-2027.htmlDiary InsertsMon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2661281792180562919I have seen a lot of 'chatter' on-line about what inserts/planners people are going to use in 2027 and on the odd occasion people have already decided what they are using and also for 2028. I'm not quite that advanced, but I do know that on Philofaxy we have inserts already available for 2027 and 2028. I will soon be sitting down to start on the 2029 inserts for you to download and print etc1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/silent-sunday_031647734.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7325582833305277111 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/web-finds-saturday-15-august-2026.htmlWebSat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-715552831186589330It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 8 August 2026Silent SundayDates for your diary Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 AugustFree For All Tuesday - No. 810Video Web Finds - Wednesday 12 August 2026Filofax Inserts (1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-friday-no-927-by-eve.htmlempty pagesFFAFfunctional planningPlannerplanner theoryplanningFri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4700020122413655964 Why Empty Pages Can Feel So IntimidatingLet's talk more planner theory. Does anyone else get weirdly intimidated by a brand new, freshly opened planner? At first it feels exciting, right? Fresh pages, clean layouts, untouched tabs, all that possibility laid out in front of you. Your handwriting is suddenly neater. Your life feels about 12% more under control just by opening the thing!5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/filofax-inserts-reproduced.htmlInsertsvintageThu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3752837437803856230Thank you to Kevin for sharing these reproductions of older no longer available Filofax Inserts, mainly from the late 1980's and the early 1990's They are available to print on A4 or US Letter size paper in Personal and Pocket Filofax Sizes. ISO Paper Size.Filofax 1987 Personal Filofax Pocket 6-ring 1987-style 31 lineFilofax Pocket 6-ring 1987-styleFilofax PocketA 4-ring 8steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/video-web-finds-wednesday-12-august-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6523159693373893102I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Set up a new month with me - Franklin PlannerWhat 20 years of Thinking On Paper taught me - Rachelle in theoryBack- to- school sorted - Franklin PlannerWhy you keep buying new 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-tuesday-no-810.htmlFFATTue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3152595188988298253 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/dates-for-your-diary-saturday-15-sunday.htmlRound-tableMon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5691968561082406300 We are going to run some more 'Virtual Meet Ups'. When? - Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August 2026 at the following time: San Francisco 08:00 am,Costa Rica 09:00 am, New York 11:00 am,  London 4:00 pm, Paris 5:00 pm,Budapest 5:00 pm.  Join in on both days if you wish. Do not worry if you aren't available at the start of the session each one lasts 1-2 hours, so 1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/silent-sunday_0521998939.htmlSilent SundaySun, 9 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4317201968002964831 Miniature meets Big Rings - Filofax Miniature and a 2.5" Ring Mechasnism. Thank you Hans5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/web-finds-saturday-8-august-2026.htmlWebSat, 8 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2340961657144404445It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 1 August 2026Silent SundayHighlights for July 2026Free For All Tuesday - No. 809Video Web Finds - Wednesday 5 August 2026William Hannah A5 & A6 InsertsFree For All 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-friday-no-926-by-anita.htmlFFAFFri, 7 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-427443345288537648I admit that I sometimes struggle with some inspiration and can't figure out what I'd like to write for a Free For All Friday post. So, I thought that I'd just start writing and see where this goes...  For those of you that have read some of my previous posts here, you'll have seen that I have bought and sold many binders in the past as I've enjoyed the variety, but not wanted to own a 13steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/william-hannah-inserts.htmlFilesWilliam HannahThu, 6 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4836491173976844763The inserts on this page were donated by David Round of William Hannah Ltd. As this company is no longer in business, David wanted people to still be able to download the inserts and to be able to create future years etc. The files use either PDF, which should work on any operating system. There are also Pages files which is an Apple application. Pages is an Apple application and it 5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/video-web-finds-wednesday-5-august-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 5 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8199188184198501870I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Filofax original - personal rings flip through - Hungrygalstudios Remind me which planner you use again? - Franklin PlannerPlan With Me | A5 Filofax August 3-9 - Mariane 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/free-for-all-tuesday-no-809.htmlFFATTue, 4 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2450707100423014397 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/highlights-for-july-2026.htmlHighlightsMon, 3 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-273568660089357526Here are the highlights for last month. We published the following posts. General Posts: Highlights for June 2026Cutting PaperComparing Sizes Between Brands.Dates for your diary - Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 JulyGuest post series 'Filohax' - index of all postsGuest post series - 'Filohax' No. 30 - PaulFilofax Beginners Guide - Part 1Filofax Beginners Guide - Part 2Guest Post - Planner Gadgets 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/silent-sunday.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 2 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2779753459226721680 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/08/web-finds-saturday-1-august-2026.htmlWebSat, 1 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1509390194652892634It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 25 July 2026Silent SundayFilofax Beginners Guide - Part 2Free For All Tuesday - No. 808Video Web Finds - Wednesday 29 July 2026Guest Post - Planner Gadgets - HansFree For 1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-friday-no-925-by-steve.htmlFFAFFri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7507636135266407880That is another month coming to a close!! July has been another hot rain free month here in France (with the exception of a brief thunderstorm early yesterday morning!). No doubt you will have seen the news about the wild forest fires here in France. Thank you to everyone that has asked if we are ok. We have had a few small local fires, but we are about 280 km (175 miles) north of the main 2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/guest-post-planner-gadgets-hans.htmlaccessoriesguest postThu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3925485564178345092Thank you Hans for another Guest Post this time about accessories or gadgets to use with your organiser. Some time ago I discovered a new gadget, and I finally ordered it along with my last order.Below is an image of the gadget in closed state. Can you guess what that could be?This is a Raymay Pencut, a pair of Scissors in Pen shape and size.The thickness in the middle is about 14mm, so it 11steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/video-web-finds-wednesday-29-july-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-703338496980080430I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. From 100 problems to zero - Franklin PlannerFriday Flipthrough | 2026 Mid Year Check In - ichikochanDaily planning & sharing work goals - Tiffany’s PlansHobonichi Weeks Flip &3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-tuesday-no-808.htmlFFATTue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1438869917814505640 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/filofax-beginners-guide-part-2.htmlBeginnersMon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6139620869706467389This is part 2 of the beginners guide, although established users might also pick up one or two tips. Starting to use your Filofax1. Start with a Clear StructureDivide your Filofax into sections that match your needs: Calendar, Tasks, Notes, Contacts, Projects, etc.Use tabbed dividers to separate sections for quick access.Keep frequently used sections (like your calendar or to-do list) at 10steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/silent-sunday_0690823385.htmlSilent SundaySun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4643710949579627016Acquired Flatability - The book "File of Facts" re-bound with Plastic Spiral Coil, 5mm pitch, 8mm coil diameter. Thank you Hans 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/web-finds-saturday-25-july-2026.htmlWebSat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8919597770470088569It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 18 July 2026Silent SundayGuest post series - 'Filohax' No. 30 - PaulFree For All Tuesday - No. 807Video Web Finds - Wednesday 22 July 2026Filofax Beginners Guide - Part 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-friday-no-924-by-nan.htmlFFAFFri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1100204886608721712Do you ever have a moment when you can't carry your organizer--or just don't want to use it? What is your fallback?With me, it's the calendar on my phone, and a spreadsheet on my tablet for creating lists, tasks, and project timelines. I'd like to hear your fallbacks! Is it a bound notebook? Index cards? A weekly planner from the corner store? As always, all discussion relating to ring 5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/filofax-beginners-guide-part-1.htmlBeginnersThu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9169511456262746608What would your response be if someone contacted you, a friend or relative and asked you for advice/recommendations  about getting started with using a Filofax organiser? Where do you start? They at least know about using an organiser rather than their mobile phone, that is a great start. Send them to https://philofaxy.com yes good advice of course, but the huge amount of 9steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/video-web-finds-wednesday-22-july-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7948620898597598782I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Hobonichi Weeks & Pocket Plus Rings - Earthy SamPlan with me & Stark Week 29 - Ring Binder Planner ChannelHow I get my Filofax Holborn to lay flat - LisaFilofax Saffiano 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-tuesday-no-807.htmlFFATTue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-604922897801381014What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&nbsp2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/guest-post-series-filohax-no-30-paul.htmlFilohaxMon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5502193663417180316Thanks very much again to Paul for this next instalment of his wonderful guest post series. You can find all of the 'Filohax' posts here.   There is an index of all the previous filohax posts here. The perfection of imperfectionA member posted recently about protecting their card dividers by laminating them and this got me thinking about the Japanese art of 'Wabi-Sabi' - the 4steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/silent-sunday_0237253959.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1150897054970901209 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/web-finds-saturday-18-july-2026.htmlWebSat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1489043062930700169It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 11 July 2026Silent SundayDates for your diary - Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 JulyFree For All Tuesday - No. 806Video Web Finds - Wednesday 15 July 2026Guest post series '0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-friday-no-923-by-laurie.htmlFFAFFri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8813319963131855473In my recent mid-year review, I noticed I have an entire list of tasks I've been procrastinating and moving from month to month. Some of them I've been putting off for years! Instead of just moving them forward again, I decided to dig a little deeper and figure out why I've been procrastinating them.I wrote up a new list, and next to each task I wrote why I've been putting it off. This was 9steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/guest-post-series-filohax-index-of-all.htmlFilohaxvintage on vintageThu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3223906708935975959We are very grateful to Paul for his wonderful guest post series here. We thought it would be helpful to maintain an index of all his posts, which will be updated with any new content.Filohax No. 1 The road back to WinchesterNo. 2 DIY calendar No. 3 Why modern technology doesn't satisfyNo. 4 Filohax: Time for a change No. 5 Filohax: A Pigskin story No. 6 Filohax on 2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/video-web-finds-wednesday-15-july-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1281090230437835978I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Personal Filofax Refresh - Earthy SamPlan with me: June 28 July 5 - Ring Binder Planner ChannelIn January I wrote down my goals - Franklin PlannerCozy Desk Diaries// New Pocket 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-tuesday-no-806.htmlFFATTue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2379182969221490563 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/dates-for-your-diary-saturday-18-sunday.htmlRound-tableMon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6103385880017624424 We are going to run some more 'Virtual Meet Ups'. When? - Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July 2026 at the following time: Costa Rica 09:00 am, New York 11:00 am,  London 4:00 pm, Paris 5:00 pm,Budapest 5:00 pm.  Join in on both days if you wish. Do not worry if you aren't available at the start of the session each one lasts 1-2 hours, so pop up when you are 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/silent-sunday_01957856416.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1571237466434552949 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/web-finds-saturday-11-july-2026.htmlWebSat, 11 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4444274639076236121It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 4 July 2026Silent SundayCutting PaperFree For All Tuesday - No. 805Video Web Finds - Wednesday 8 July 2026Comparing Sizes Between Brands.Free For All Friday No. 922 by 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-friday-no-922-by-eve.htmlFFAFfunctional planningPlannerplanningFri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-718310096896057748 The Hidden Cognitive Cost of Dual or Multiple SystemsContinuing with my theme of exploring planner theory, and since it is July (of "One Book July" for some of us) I got to thinking about planner systems using more than one book. And I'm talking about for planning here, not having separate books for journaling or art or whatever.I wonder whether some folks are drawn to dual or even multi 7steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/comparing-sizes-between-brands.htmlSizesThu, 9 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3478919103952273461With so many brands available these days and some of them not always following the Filofax size naming conventions, I often see questions like 'Is X the same as Y?' Or 'What size inserts fit an A size made by B?'The table below is far from complete, the list just keeps expanding. [Update] As with most things someone else has been here before down this path and I would like to thank Hans for 18steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/video-web-finds-wednesday-8-july-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 8 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6967693496065991546I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Plan With Me | personal rings & pocket rings - ichikochanCome set up July with me! - Franklin PlannerThis week's releases & restocks (week of 6 July 2026) - Gillio 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-tuesday-no-805.htmlFFATTue, 7 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7786864080255250861 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&6steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/cutting-paper.htmlPaper CuttersMon, 6 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8522740997898827488Whatever size of organiser you use with the exception of A4 size, if you are printing your own inserts you are going to need some form of paper cutter, unless you print on the exact size of paper for your organiser.There are lots of options available, some easier and cheaper to use than others. The most simplest solution would be a large pair of scissors, may be wall paper size scissors, 12steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/silent-sunday.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 5 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6154622331838174740 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/web-finds-saturday-4-july-2026.htmlWebSat, 4 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5339838649441572277It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 27 June 2026Silent SundayVintage, Neo-Vintage, Modern?Free For All Tuesday - No. 804Video Web Finds - Wednesday 1 July 2026Highlights for June 2026Free For All Friday - No. 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/free-for-all-friday-no-921-by-anita.htmlFFAFFri, 3 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5078251990041667474Whilst attending a larger in-person meeting with my husband recently, I noticed the following:All phones were put away at the beginning and I didn't see any again until after we'd finished. Nearly everyone had a laptop with them, but also a notebook.There was a presentation with slides, but the majority of the time was then spent working with using sticky notes on two white boards. As 5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/highlights-for-june-2026.htmlHighlightsThu, 2 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4134879707299953470Here are the highlights for last month. We published the following posts. General Posts: Highlights for May 2026Historic InsertsFilofax/Lefax Price List - 1978Filofax Catalogue 1973Dates for your diary - Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 JunePersonal, A6, Pocket, A7 and Mini size confusionLefax Price List - 1992/93Adspot PageWeather FaxVintage, Neo-Vintage, Modern?Free For All Tuesday and Friday 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/video-web-finds-wednesday-1-july-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 1 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4230178270576545232I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Big goals require daily action - Franklin PlannerThis Simple Productivity Trick Works Every Time - Carl Pullein Filofaxes in John Lewis UK - FlatabilityMid-Year Reset Check 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-tuesday-no-804.htmlFFATTue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5832806724264147535 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&4steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/07/vintage-neo-vintage-modern.htmlneo-vintagevintageMon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7140241823660547275The definition of what counts as a Vintage Filofax model varies depending on who you ask. We all have our opinions of course.However, I came across another definition the other day that apparently has become common in the world of watches and more recently film cameras, Neo-Vintage.  I've also seen the category used for handbags but not Filofax organisers yet. Neo-Vintage seems to be 8steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/silent-sunday_0700124931.htmlSilent SundayTravelSun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2579418931872856275 Filofax Nappa, the little travel companion - thanks to Daniel for the photo0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/web-finds-saturday-27-june-2026.htmlWebSat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6793542832442250953It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 20 June 2026Silent SundayAdspot PageFree For All Tuesday - No. 803Video Web Finds - Wednesday 24 June 2026Weather FaxFree For All Friday - No 920 by SteveHere are the latest0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-friday-no-920-by-steve.htmlFFAFFri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8809660726970274117Droitwich transmitting station (Public Domain via Bob Nienhuis)In the early hours of tomorrow morning, something will finally come to an end. The end of an era in a way. This will only mean something to our readers in UK or Europe. The BBC have announced the ending of BBC Radio 4 on Long Wave (198 kHz)  If you have been reading this site/blog for any number of years, you will know of my6steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/weather-fax.htmlWeatherThu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8786154529916518527Do you record the current weather you have been experiencing at home or where ever you are at the time? With an abundance of data available to us these days, I'm sure you could easily dedicate a Filofax to recording current or daily weather conditions.To the right, that was the external temperature display on my car at the end of a journey on Wednesday. 42 C is about 107.6 F. Very hot in 3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/video-web-finds-wednesday-24-june-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-742666905868822501I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Success is rarely one big decision - Franklin PlannerWhy This is Today's Quiet Luxury - Carl PulleinPWM || Weekly - Mombie PlansThe 3 Book System for Mental Clarity - 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-tuesday-no-803.htmlFFATTue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8709639382342075604 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&7steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/adspot-page.htmlAdspotMon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9036652203218138489We started the Adspot Page many years ago. However the scope for buying and selling Filofax items has changed massively in the last 10+ years on the internet. The number of adverts posted has reduced dramatically in the last few years. Therefore, I have decided that we will be closing the page at the end of July 2026. 2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/silent-sunday_02121903396.htmlSilent SundaySun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1484553611371720313 Personal Kensington with my latest read0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/web-finds-saturday-20-june-2026.htmlWebSat, 20 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1552736247724191365It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 13 June 2026Silent SundayDates for your diary - Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 JunePersonal, A6, Pocket, A7 and Mini size confusionFree For All Tuesday - No. 802Video Web Finds0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/ffaf-no-919-by-nan.htmlFFAFFri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4506695615563309004Many, if not most, of us have our little idiosyncrasies when it comes to organizer use. Here are some of mine:1. I like to use ultra-fine-point pens in my organizers because the lines are narrower than on most writing paper. 2. I need lines to keep my writing neat and even (ref. No. 1 above). 3. Sometimes I buy an additional format and not use it. For example, I decide to start using 5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/lefax-price-list-199293.htmlCatalogueLefaxThu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2689752311699070555Thank you again to GMax for these images of the fold out Lefax Price List from 1992/93. Side A Side BYou will find higher resolution versions of these scanned pages here. The pictorial content of this post is the intellectual property of Filofax Group Ltd. The scans are reproduced here with the full permission of Filofax Group Ltd. for educational and non-commercial 1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/video-web-finds-wednesday-17-june-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7894386358570200571I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. My life would fall apart without this! - Franklin PlannerMid-Year Mulberry Ring Agenda Flip - dr_alvaplansChanging day and a chatty flip through of my VDS - plans and pastimesHow @1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-tuesday-no-802.htmlFFATTue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3053308978246318465 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/personal-a6-pocket-a7-and-mini-size.htmlSizesMon, 15 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1669749702148219018Can I just state these simple facts. Personal size is 95 x 171 mmA6 is 105 x 148 mmPocket is 81 x 120 mmA7 is 74 x 105mmMini is 67 x 105mmTherefore, Personal size and A6 are not the same....Likewise, Pocket or Mini and A7 are also not the same....A6 and A7 are defined in ISO 216 details here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_standard_paper_sizesThe important part of the 13steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/dates-for-your-diary-saturday-20-sunday.htmlRound-tableMon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-279828241921821993 We are going to run some more 'Virtual Meet Ups'. When? - Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June 2026 at the following time: Costa Rica 09:00 am, New York 11:00 am,  London 4:00 pm, Paris 5:00 pm,Budapest 5:00 pm.  Join in on both days if you wish. Do not worry if you aren't available at the start of the session each one lasts 1-2 hours, so pop up when you are 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/silent-sunday.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6544687960901459233 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/web-finds-saturday-13-june-2026.htmlWebSat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8112024440974374615It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 6 June 2026Silent SundayFilofax/Lefax Price List - 1978Free For All Tuesday - No. 801Video Web Finds - Wednesday 10 June 2026Filofax Catalogue 1973Free For All Friday No 9180steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-friday-no-918-by-laurie.htmlFFAFFri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8162756660532821767My Filofax system might seem complicated to someone looking at it, but for me it simplifies my life to have so much information in one place: bills due, birthdays, reference information, holidays, information on my family members, home and car maintenance schedules, and of course my Philofaxy Free For All Friday schedules! What are some aspects of your Filofax system that might seem 10steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/filofax-catalogue-1973.htmlCatalogueHistoryThu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6277242629471472712Thank you to GMax for this catalogue from 1973 a memorable year for me for many other reasons apart from Filofax! You will find higher resolution versions of these scanned pages here. The pictorial content of this post is the intellectual property of Filofax Group Ltd. The scans are reproduced here with the full permission of Filofax Group Ltd. for educational and non-commercial 10steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/video-web-finds-wednesday-10-june-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6632601461987351017I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. If your brain has 47 tabs open, try this! - Franklin PlannerJune planner setup. - Planner fun and inspiration with MelissaCalm Evening in Moterm Personal Rings - Delphien This 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-tuesday-no-801.htmlFFATTue, 9 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5358971244042643545 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/filofaxlefax-price-list-1976.htmlCatalogueHistoryMon, 8 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2136657571343501419I came across this price list in amongst some inserts I was scanning. Sadly no catalogue to go with it, but it is a useful addition even without the catalogue. It refers to Catalogue 176, which we can assume that it is 1976, cross checking the rate of Value Added Tax at the time seems to confirm that year is correct.  You will find higher resolution versions of these scanned pages here.5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/silent-sunday_0747869963.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 7 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5901097160968036996 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/web-finds-saturday-6-june-2026.htmlWebSat, 6 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5014767178805388231It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 30 May 2026Silent SundayHighlights for May 2026Free For All Tuesday - No. 800Video Web Finds - Wednesday 3 June 2026Historic InsertsFree For All Friday No. 917 by EveHere 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-friday-no-917-by-eve.htmldopaminefunctional planningnew binderNew InsertsPlannerplanningFri, 5 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1172100162470129138 The Dopamine Cycle of Setup CultureOne unexpected side effect of finally finding a planner system that genuinely works is that… there suddenly isn’t much left to say about it.My current setup is stable, functional, and quietly doing its job in the background of my daily life. Which is exactly what I wanted. But I’ve realized that once a system reaches that point, there’s no longer much to 5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/historic-inserts.htmlHistoryInsertsThu, 4 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4996133423902383191It is many years since I have been collecting and scanning in old Filofax/Lefax catalogues. It started with the 1937 catalogue that my late father in law gave me in the early 1990's It went missing for a number of years, then I got involved in Philofaxy in 2009 and I was wanting to find it again!! Then in 2010 when we moved house to France, the catalogue was found inside one of our books!&10steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/video-web-finds-wednesday-3-june-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 3 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7671850547907395233I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Loyalty is Born From Sacrifice - Franklin PlannerFilofax Original in Yellow Flip Through - nadiaaplanshow i plan out a new week adhd and work planner - xoxo loraePlanner Peace 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/free-for-all-tuesday-no-800.htmlFFATTue, 2 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8650404064833809756 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/06/highlights-for-may-2026.htmlHighlightsMon, 1 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6078632017222820666Here are the highlights for last month. We published the following posts. General Posts: Highlights for April 2026Filofax 1955 CatalogueHave Filofax will travelDates for your diary - Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 May...Guest post series - 'Filohax' No. 29 - PaulTimeGuest Post: A5 Organisers - The Multiplicity of St...Diary Inserts for 2026, 2027 & 2028Booklet Printing - UpdateFree For All 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/silent-sunday_0208671533.htmlSilent SundayTravelSun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2008093750383605632 Filofax Nappa, the little travel companion - thanks to Daniel for the photo3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/web-finds-saturday-30-may-2026.htmlWebSat, 30 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2702508981727644549It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 23 May 2026Silent SundayDiary Inserts for 2026, 2027 & 2028Free For All Tuesday - No. 799Video Web Finds - Wednesday 27 May 2026Booklet Printing - UpdateFree For All 1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-friday-no-916-by-anita.htmlFFAFFri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5495137182038877070Looking back through my previous posts here, I've realised that it's been a while since I did an update on what I currently own. Black Kensington personal - for those regular readers, you will know that this is my all-time favourite. I've always loved this model and the leather on this one has softened wonderfully with age. Black zipped Holborn personal - whilst I adore the buttery soft5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/booklet-printing-update.htmlPrintingThu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6381522363514204071In a post back in 2024 I shared my frustration with you that Booklet Printing had seemingly disappeared from MS Word and at the time I wasn't sure who to blame until the finger pointed at Microsoft as the culprits. In that post I shared a variety of work arounds on how to print in booklet format again, none of them very elegant. Well either Microsoft have realised the error of their 1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/video-web-finds-wednesday-27-may-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3498857923884865390I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. I plan my week before anything else - Franklin PlannerStrings vs Rings | Traveler's vs Ring Binder - aldan mediaFilofax Holborn chunky planner flip - kti. plansThe 2 Step Writing 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-tuesday-no-799.htmlFFATTue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6441453537477390059 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/diary-inserts-for-2026-2027-2028.htmlDiary InsertsMon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2296569198954656291 We still have all our inserts available on this page: Diaries 2026 That page also contains hints and tips on printing the files as well as access to our whole archive of source files that you can download and adapt to your own needs. There is also a post about using the Philofaxy Diary Inserts with the current versions of Office 365 I also did a post about printing A5 3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/silent-sunday_0825427157.htmlSilent SundaySun, 24 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7013058953723670515 Filofax Nappa, the little travel companion - thanks to Daniel for the photo0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/web-finds-saturday-23-may-2026.htmlWebSat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8334656183282437360It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 16 May 2026Silent SundayTimeFree For All Tuesday - No. 798Video Web Finds - 20 May 2026Guest Post: A5 Organisers - The Multiplicity of Standardisation - by HansFree For All 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-friday-no-515-by-steve.htmlFFAFFri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6739027780583944633As we approach the mid-point of the year I'm already starting to think about diary inserts for next year! Mad I know. I've already started to get some dates cropping up in 2027, which are on my fold out year planner for 2027. It will soon be time to do a six-monthly review and to archive some of my past diary pages and unused information pages. Time to slim down by 'chunky' personal 6steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/guest-post-a5-organisers-multiplicity.htmlA5guest postThu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3005741223713760582Thank you once again for another guest post from Hans, this time delving deeper in to different A5 ring formats. Below are four A5 Organisers.Although they are ring binders designed to hold standard A5 sheets of 210x148mm, you'll be surprised to see what's inside.Top left: This is considered to be the "Standard" A5 ring spacing with two groups of three rings with 2.3/4" (~70mm) center 12steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/video-web-finds-20-may-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6161050944963434046I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. The perfect gift! - Franklin PlannerMy Top 5 Productivity Horror Movies - Alexis aka MissTrenchcoatWhy Johnny Cash’s To-Do List is Better Than Yours - Carl PulleinThe simple method 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-tuesday-no-798.htmlFFATTue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6718000539465285915 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/time.htmltimeMon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4927797614998473619By Godfrey KnellerNational Maritime Museum When we look at the different diary inserts we have available we can start to get a little obsessed with time and how it is measured, or is that just me!There are two fixed intervals of how we define time on planet earth. The first is a complete revolution of the earth and how many of those revolutions it takes for the earth to orbit the sun. In 5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/silent-sunday_01632298865.htmlSilent SundayTravelSun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-255830828174163085Filofax Nappa, the little travel companion - thanks to Daniel for the photo 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/web-finds-saturday-16-may-2026.htmlWebSat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5293443447863913625It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 9 May 2026Silent SundayDates for your diary - Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 May 2026Free For All Tuesday - No. 797Video Web Finds - Wednesday 13 May 2026Guest post series - '0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-friday-no-514-by-nan.htmlFFAFFri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2957089628232171689Since my overgrown fingernails are currently hindering my typing, I thought it would be appropriate to write about beauty and self-care in an organizer. On my daily pages, I note things like the name of salon, name of technician, and the color code for nail or hair color. It's very easy to forget those items, in case you want to return to them. I've also decided to start recording which4steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/guest-post-series-filohax-no-29-paul.htmlFilohaxIndexesThu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8782206033224435591Thanks very much again to Paul for this next instalment of his wonderful guest post series. You can find all of the 'Filohax' posts here.    There is an index of all the previous Filohax posts hereIndexing your life- 'one binder to rule them all' If anything is going to bring people back to Filofax and journalling in general it's Doom scrolling...(If you don't know9steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/video-web-finds-wednesday-13-may-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6483191922286192593I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. If life feels chaotic! - Franklin PlannerОформление недели в personal planner - Lisenok LiMy Final William Hannah Unboxing... - Mike MattesonThe Elegant Alternative to Digital 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-tuesday-no-797.htmlFFATTue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9208411597624070928 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&8steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/dates-for-your-diary-saturday-16-sunday.htmlRound-tableMon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2457521816473148395 We are going to run some more 'Virtual Meet Ups'. When? - Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May 2026 at the following time: Costa Rica 09:00 am, New York 11:00 am,  London 4:00 pm, Paris 5:00 pm,Budapest 5:00 pm.  Join in on both days if you wish. Do not worry if you aren't available at the start of the session each one lasts 1-2 hours, so pop up when you are 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/silent-sunday_01206489024.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3433292008155438967 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/web-finds-saturday-9-may-2026.htmlWebSat, 9 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8205941831637264997It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 2 May 2026Silent SundayHighlights for April 2026Free For All Tuesday - No. 796Video Web Finds - Wednesday 6 May 2026Filofax 1955 CatalogueHave Filofax will travelFree For 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-friday-no-913-by-laurie.htmlFFAFFri, 8 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7600203781596576434Today is David Attenborough's 100th birthday! A very Happy Birthday to Sir David!In honor of his lifetime of sharing with us the wonders of wildlife of the world, let's talk about wildlife and Filofax organisers!I am very lucky to live in an area with fantastic wildlife and nature. I love to record in my daily pages any wildlife sightings, flowers blooming, when the leaves start turning each 4steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/have-filofax-will-travel.htmlTravelThu, 7 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1789693479457209606We have been 'on-the-road' for over two weeks in different parts of England seeing family and friends, some we haven't seen in more than three decades <gulp>. Yes we have all aged gracefully, retired, become grand parents etc!!Therefore I've been a bit stretched to produce meaningful post for you this last week. A poor excuse I know! My planning and journalling set up during trips like2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/filofax-1955-catalogue.htmlCatalogueHistoryNorman & HillThu, 7 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-187837118733651749A massive thank you to GMax for scanning in this historical catalogue from Filofax (Norman and Hill) from 1955. I wasn't even born! You will find higher resolution versions of these scanned pages here. The pictorial content of this post is the intellectual property of Filofax Group Ltd. The scans are reproduced here with the full permission of Filofax Group Ltd. for educational and 15steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/video-web-finds-wednesday-6-may-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 6 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7664222477214888898I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. What changed? Everything! - Franklin PlannerFeeling Burnt Out? Start here... - Alexis aka MissTrenchcoatThis is real patina - MeePluspocket rings planner unboxing - Kati 2steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-tuesday-no-796.htmlFFATTue, 5 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5358697347581954488 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&5steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/highlights-for-april-2026.htmlHighlightsMon, 4 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8214701048691275017Here are the highlights for last month. We published the following posts. General Posts: Highlights for March 2026Guest Post: I have a Frankenfax - by Matthew'Planner Reset'Dates for your diary Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 AprilGuest post series - 'Filohax' No. 28 - PaulWhat do you carry yours in?Filofax StoresGuest Post: Slim Bible Models - by HansFilofax France 2002 CatalogueFree For All 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/silent-sunday.htmlSilent SundaySun, 3 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9093014701719329204 Thank you to Lucy for the photo of her Filofax Deco. 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/web-finds-saturday-2-may-2026.htmlWebSat, 2 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7256862731484690372It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 25 April 2026Silent SundayGuest Post: Slim Bible Models - by HansFree For All Tuesday - No. 795Video Web Finds - Wednesday 29 April 2026Filofax France 2002 CatalogueFree For0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/05/free-for-all-friday-no-912-by-eve.htmldailyDiary InsertsFilofaxfunctional planningplanningweeklyFri, 1 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8801012036972352287Weekly or Daily? Choosing the Right Planning ViewThe weekly versus daily debate never really goes away; it simply waits until your current inserts start irritating you. Or is that just a me thing?One of my favorite things about using a ring planner is that if  when your planning style changes, you do not have to stage a dramatic farewell to all of your inserts. You simply pop open 16steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/filofax-france-2002-catalogue.htmlCatalogueFilofaxThu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-2721745028962527334With thanks to Emmanuel for sending me this catalogue. Whilst we already have the 2002 UK catalogue in our archive. There are sometimes small differences between the countries in what was sold there in the same year.  You will find higher resolution versions of these scanned pages here. The pictorial content of this post is the intellectual property of Filofax Group Ltd. The scans 3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/video-web-finds-wednesday-29-april-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9029364825472282570I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Why I went back to paper - Franklin PlannerPopping in to say Hello || Personal Rings Update - Life With MJBSwitching things up for spring - dr_alvaplansWhich planner & binder 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/free-for-all-tuesday-no-795.htmlFFATTue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-8292572630162949596 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&7steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/guest-post-slim-bible-models-by-hans.htmlguest postSlimMon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6326453171449551661Thank you again to Hans for this excellent guest post about 'slim "bible" organisers. This is an introduction and comparison of four slim "bible" size (equal to Personal size) organisers, plus a fifth one for reference purposes.All models are claspless, and except for the regular model, the ring sizes are 8-11mm.Below is an angled side-by-side view.Back to front:    Brelio x 14steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/silent-sunday_01440543425.htmlJournalSilent SundaySun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-9220091695725773724 Journal pages - thank you to Daniel1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/web-finds-saturday-25-april-2026.htmlWebSat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-4737505552052966825It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 18 April 2026Silent SundayWhat do you carry yours in?Free For All Tuesday - No. 794Video Web Finds - Wednesday 22 April 2026Filofax StoresFree For All Friday - No. 911 by 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/free-for-all-friday-no-911-by-anita.htmlFFAFFri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6522563502773461108Whilst listening to a podcast a while ago, the guest said the phrase, "No action is too small', and this just really stuck with me. I can't remember what the podcast was, but the guest was a doctor that was basically saying that we need to be more compassionate with ourselves, and that any tiny change in our lives can start to add up over time. I think it was about diet and health in general that4steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/filofax-stores.htmlStockistsThu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1725317556158533768In the last 10 years or may be a bit longer, the number of stores that have a decent range of Filofax organisers and inserts has sadly decreased. Filofax no longer has a stockist list on their website, where you could search by town or postcode for your nearest store that had organisers and/or inserts. Clearly the KaDeWe store in Berlin didn't get or read the office memo about 9steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/video-web-finds-wednesday-22-april-2026.htmlVideo WebWed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5287170728542623873I hope you have had a good weekend. Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet. Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment. Take your productivity seriously - Franklin PlannerTurn your daily planning into a ritual - Alexis aka MissTrenchcoatmy new filofax - unboxing + set up - emofjorrisPocket Mulberry 0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/free-for-all-tuesday-no-794.htmlFFATTue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-1190478431987579444 What questions or discussion points have you got for us today? It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a more experienced user of organisers, we want to hear your thoughts, questions, opinions etc. We are here to answer your questions. Make today the one day you post a comment or post a question. If you are commenting as 'Anonymous', please include your name in the text of your comment.&0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/what-do-you-carry-yours-in.htmlBagMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-7529936914126232073Bags, don't we all love them? When it comes to carrying your Filofax and the other things you have to carry in your daily life what is your favourite type of bag?Here is a Filofax bag that I bought some years ago when they were still selling bags. However, this Lowepro camera bag is my regular companion, still in use after 14 years of use!! Although the contents have changed a bit since3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/silent-sunday_0568458954.htmlFilohaxSilent Sundayvintage on vintageSun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5948867794568669856 Winchester 5/4 Pigskin and Tintin album 'Explorers on the Moon'3steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/web-finds-saturday-18-april-2026.htmlWebSat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-5899794869640278766It is time to enjoy a few blog posts from around the internet, grab a drink and make yourself comfortable for our weekly round-up. Here are some Philofaxy posts you might have missed this week: Web Finds - Saturday 11 April 2026Silent SundayDates for your diary Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 AprilFree For All Tuesday - No. 793Video Web Finds - Wednesday 15 April 2026Guest post series - '0steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/free-for-all-friday-no-910-by-steve.htmlFFAFFri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-3797930024405573841Do you ever get days or weeks where you seem to have been working hard, hardly stopped, but you don't think or feel you have anything to show for it?  I feel that way sometimes, but I find writing about my day helps me account for the time I've spent each day. Even if it's only doing the washing or the ironing or putting out the wheelie bin, these little jobs all take up time in your day.&1steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)https://philofaxy.blogspot.com/2026/04/guest-post-series-filohax-no-28-paul.htmlFilohaxpersonalThu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18497333.post-6278155493663202605Thanks very much again to Paul for this next instalment of his wonderful guest post series. You can find all of the 'Filohax' posts here.   There is an index of all the previous Filohax posts hereJust enough spaceI've been using Filofax personal format inserts off and on for nearly 40 years and it's only just occurred to me why this format has proliferated for over a 9steve@philofaxy.com (Steve Morton & Karine Tovmassian)