If you’ve ever downloaded the perfect floral tag only to lose it somewhere in a folder called “stuff”... you’re not alone.
Digital journaling kits are a dream—instant, beautiful, and endlessly re-printable—but they can turn into a chaotic mess if you're not careful. (Ask me how I know.)
Here are a few simple ways to organize your digital downloads so they’re easy to find and fun to use:
1. Create a Master Folder
Start with one main folder—call it something clear like Junk Journal Printables. Inside, make subfolders for things like “Tags,” “Papers,” “Ephemera,” “Fussy Cuts,” and “Kits.”
2. Use Descriptive Names
Rename your files when you download them. Instead of “F&F_1234.jpg,” try “Blush_Moth_Tag.jpg.” You’ll thank yourself later.
3. Organize by Theme or Season
Group files into folders like “Spring Florals,” “Gothic Romance,” “Neutral Grunge,” or “Holiday.” This makes it way easier to find the vibe you’re after when inspiration strikes.
4. Use a Visual Reference
Screenshot your favorite kits and store those images in a “Preview” folder so you can quickly flip through and remember what you have. It’s like window shopping your own stash.
5. Back It Up
Store everything on an external drive or cloud service (like Google Drive or Dropbox), just in case. Digital hoarding is all fun and games until your laptop says goodbye.
A little organizing now means less time digging and more time creating. So go ahead—tame that download folder. Your future self (and your next journal spread) will thank you.