Erin Condren Notes Page Ideas: Monthly Dashboards, Habit Grids, and Memory Keepers

If you have an Erin Condren planner, those often-overlooked notes pages at the back or between months are some of your most flexible, creative spaces. At Dark Moon Paper, we know that the best planner set-ups are both functional and a source of joy—so let’s dive deep into not only how you can transform these blank pages, but also why these creative sections can change the way you plan and reflect.

Turn the Blank Page Into a Powerful Monthly Dashboard

A monthly dashboard lets you truly organize the chaos, all in one glance. Instead of scattering your goals, lists, and reflections throughout your planner, a dashboard on a notes page brings these elements together where you can see and update them often.

What Goes Into a Smart Dashboard?

• Feature section for your top goals—See your primary focus every day you open your planner.
• To-do and priorities lists for big projects or reminders that don’t fit elsewhere.
• Quick habit snapshot to keep up consistency with daily and weekly habits.
• Reflection or gratitude area for end-of-month notes or little victories you want to celebrate.

Step-by-Step Dashboard Setup

1. Map your sections with a pencil or use washi tape for visible boundaries. Organize by rows, columns, or blocks, depending on what feels intuitive.
2. Designate color codes—assign each area (work, wellness, personal) its own hue using pens, stickers, or headers. This makes skimming your page so much easier and helps reduce overwhelm.
3. Incorporate decorative accents to pull the look together. Functional stickers like floral banners, checklists, and icons help separate sections visually and make routines more enjoyable to check off.
4. Set up a rhythm for reviews and updates. Try filling in ‘goals’ at the start of the month, then using the sidebar of your dashboard for weekly wins or focus shifts.

For a deeper dive with actionable tips, check out our post on how to set up a cohesive monthly dashboard.

Habit Tracker Grids: Small Boxes, Big Impact

Building habits can be tough, but visual accountability is one of your best tools. With just a pen and a notes page, you can design a personalized habit tracker that makes progress visible and rewarding—which is where planner stickers really shine.

How to Structure a Monthly Habit Grid

1. Pick key habits—not too many! Start with four to eight that actually excite or challenge you (for example: writing, yoga, self-care, reading, water intake).
2. Draw your grid:
   • Habits on the left (vertical axis)
   • Days of the month along the top (horizontal axis)
3. Accent the grid with colorful lines or small icon stickers (like hearts, stars, or leaves), which visually reinforce habit themes. Match stickers to seasons or the vibe of the month for extra motivation.
4. Check in daily. Use an X, a dot, or a tiny sticker for each habit completed. The ability to see the chain of consistency grow is motivating and keeps your goals top of mind.

Want more creative strategies for using stickers to boost consistency? Explore our guide on creative ways to use planner stickers for habit tracking.

Memory Keeper Spreads: Preserve Joy, One Page at a Time

Planning isn’t just about organization—as lovers of beautiful stationery, we know it’s also about celebrating the moments that matter. Memory keeper pages transform your notes sections into a diary-meets-scrapbook, making your planner something you’ll treasure for years.

How to Build a Monthly Memory Keeper

• Mini photo prints or stickers: Print tiny favorites from your phone, then frame with coordinating washi. Visual memory makes every page special.
• Captions, quotes, or reflections: Jot down quick stories, inside jokes, or favorite lines. Bullet points, callout stickers, or colorful boxes bring structure.
• Top five moments list: Every month, list your highlights—think small wins, trips, or beautiful everyday moments. Stickers help define this area for a consistent routine.
• Layer in embellishments: Change up themes with floral, seasonal, or decorative stickers to match your current mood or the events of the month.

Ready for more inspiration on crafting memorable layouts? We share seasonal set-up guides (like on-trend botanical layouts and romantic journaling spreads) so you can mix and match ideas throughout the year.

Tips to Make the Most of Every Notes Page

• Start with a pencil sketch, especially if you’re playing with layouts for the first time. It’s easier to adjust before committing to pen or stickers.
• Don’t worry about perfection. Embrace a bit of messiness—memories and plans are meant to evolve, and your pages should too.
• Schedule a weekly or monthly review. Updating your habit grids, dashboards, or memory spreads regularly keeps them fresh and truly valuable.
• Share your results with fellow planner lovers on Instagram and Pinterest. Community inspiration can keep you motivated and might spark your next big idea.

Product Picks for Erin Condren Notes Pages

Our most-loved sticker kits are specifically designed for the dimensions and layouts of 7×9 inch Erin Condren planners and vertical notebooks. For a cohesive dashboard or tracker, try:

• Floral Functional Sticker Sheets – Choose headers, washi, labels, icons, dots, or a bundle for your dashboard and habit set-up.
  
  

  

• Floral Monthly Cover Stickers – Divide your spreads or anchor a memory keeper section with seasonal art.
  
  

  

For more advice on crafting beautiful, functional layouts, explore our post: Maximize your planner’s monthly overview.

Final Thoughts

There are no rules except the ones that work for you—your planner is your space for creative order, visual storytelling, and self-care. By using your Erin Condren notes pages for dashboards, habit grids, or memory layouts, you’re building a system tailored just for you. And when you want your spreads to feel inspiring every time you open your planner, high-quality stickers designed for your favorite layouts make a noticeable difference.

Curious to see the full range of stickers and embellishments crafted for planner enthusiasts? We invite you to browse Dark Moon Paper for hand-designed kits that blend function and creativity—so you can make every month not just productive, but special.