It’s hard to believe we’re heading into August already! Whether the year is flying by or unfolding at just the right pace for you, now is a lovely time to pause, reset, and refresh your journal or planner. To help you mark the start of a new month, I’ve added a new free printable August monthly cover page to the Planner Lovers Resource Library.
A Simple, Creative Way to Begin the Month
This month’s cover continues the hand-drawn, nature-inspired style that runs through the series. The August monthly cover design features a soft wreath made from two repeating clusters of simple leaves arranged around the circle. It’s a calm, balanced design that works beautifully in bullet journals, planners, or creative journals.
You can leave it black and white for a minimalist look or add your own splash of colour, washi tape, or illustrations to make it your own. These printable covers are designed to be flexible and easy to use, no matter what your journaling style is.
How to Use The august monthly Cover
The printable cover pages in this series are more than just decorative title pages. They’re an invitation to pause and set your intentions before the new month begins. You can use them to:
- Create a clear start to each new month
- Add a bit of creativity to your planner or bullet journal
- Make your setup feel thoughtful and inspiring – without needing hours of planning
- Kick off your monthly pages with a fresh mindset
Journaling Prompts for August
August is often a transitional month – whether you’re soaking up the last weeks of summer or feeling the slow shift toward spring. These prompts are here to help you tune in, reflect, and gently guide your journaling.
- What part of your life feels like it’s in full bloom right now?
- Where do you need more rest or stillness?
- What habits have helped you this year so far?
- Write about a moment this month when you felt truly present.
- What do you want to carry into the next season, and what can you let go of?
Feel free to write freely, sketch, or even use these prompts as jumping-off points for collage or art journaling.
Tips for Journaling & Planning in August
- Mark the shift: August often brings change – seasons, routines, school terms. Use your journal to gently acknowledge those transitions and stay grounded.
- Keep it flexible: Your journal doesn’t need to be perfect or filled. A few pages that feel meaningful are more valuable than a full spread done out of pressure.
- Reconnect with your why: Revisit your goals or intentions from earlier in the year. Do they still feel aligned? What’s changed?
Download Your Free August Monthly Cover Page
The August cover is available now in the Planner Lovers Resource Library. If you’re already a subscriber, just enter your password to access the freebies and download your printable. If not, you can sign up for free to get instant access to this cover, and the rest of the monthly series, along with a growing collection of creative journal printables.
Wishing you a calm, creative, and reflective August.
Happy journaling!
