How to Create a Halloween-Themed Bullet Journal ?

Halloween is just around the corner—think pumpkins glowing on porches, cozy sweaters, and that fun, eerie vibe that makes October so special. But if you’re a bullet journal (BuJo) lover, why not merge your love for organization with all things spooky? A Halloween-themed BuJo isn’t just a pretty notebook—it’s a way to stay on track with holiday plans, embrace the season, and add a little creativity to your daily routine. 

1. Start with a Spooky (But Simple) Theme Palette  
You don’t need a million markers to nail a Halloween vibe—stick to a few key colors to keep your pages cohesive. My go-to palette?  
- Deep blacks + burnt oranges: Think jack-o’-lanterns and night skies.  
- Moody purples or forest greens: For a witchy, haunted forest feel.  
- Accent with gold or silver: Add tiny highlights (like spiderweb details or pumpkin stems) for a touch of magic.  

Pro tip: Avoid over-saturating pages—leave some white space so your spooky designs don’t feel cluttered. A simple black outline of a bat or ghost next to a to-do item is enough to set the tone!  

2. Must-Have Halloween BuJo Spreads  
The best part of a themed BuJo is tailoring it to your Halloween plans. Here are my favorite spreads to stay organized (and festive):  

✧ Halloween To-Do List & Deadline Tracker  
October gets busy—costume shopping, pumpkin carving, party prep, and maybe even a trip to a haunted house. Turn your regular to-do list into a Halloween checklist:  
- Draw small icons next to each task: a pumpkin for “carve jack-o’-lantern,” a witch’s hat for “buy costume accessories,” or a candy corn for “stock up on treats.”  
- Add a deadline column with tiny “spooky” reminders (e.g., “Oct 25: Last day to order costume!”).  

✧ Spooky Meal & Snack Planner  
Halloween calls for fun food—think mummy hot dogs, pumpkin-shaped cookies, or witch’s brew punch. Create a weekly meal spread with:  
- A section for “Halloween Specials” (e.g., “Oct 30: Mummy Pasta Night”).  
- A grocery list sidebar with Halloween-specific items (canned pumpkin, black food coloring, candy corn).  

✧ Memory Log: Halloween Moments  
Don’t forget to document the fun! Add a spread for photos (tape in polaroids or draw tiny photo frames), notes (e.g., “Lila’s ghost costume kept falling off—hilarious!”), and even ticket stubs from haunted houses or pumpkin patches. It’ll be fun to look back on next year!  

3. Easy DIY Decorations (No Art Skills Needed!)  
You don’t have to be an artist to make your BuJo look festive. Try these simple ideas:  
- Spiderwebs: Use a white gel pen to draw tiny webs in the corners of pages or around headers.  
- Jack-O’-Lantern Headers: For section titles (like “Meal Plan” or “To-Dos”), draw a small pumpkin with a silly face next to the text.  
- Ghost Stickers or Doodles: Add tiny ghosts (just a white blob with two black dots for eyes) next to completed tasks—they feel like little rewards!  
- Washi Tape Borders: Use orange, black, or striped washi tape to line the edges of pages. It’s quick and instantly adds a Halloween vibe.  

4. Final Tip: Keep It Functional  
It’s easy to get carried away with decorations, but remember—your BuJo is first and foremost a tool to stay organized. Don’t spend hours on a single page! Aim for “festive but functional”: a few doodles, a themed color scheme, and spreads that actually help you plan. The goal is to make checking your BuJo feel fun, not like a chore.  

Happy planning (and happy Halloween)! 🎃👻