The digital artisans of the analog world
Aug 18, 2025 – [[read-time]] minute read
Forget quiet corners and private pages; creators on YouTube have flung open the covers of journals worldwide, transforming a deeply personal practice into a shared community. Here, creators don't only share organizational techniques or provide guidance; they inspire viewers with whimsical designs and artistic flair. Whether it's the self-expression found in junk journaling (as demonstrated by "flip-through" tours), the healing power of gratitude entries (like those shared by Carrie Walker), or the sheer productivity of bullet journaling (a specialty of AmandaRachLee and Erin Smith), these creators are proving that pen and paper can continue to thrive in the digital age. In fact, AmandaRachLee has earned over 130M views for her videos with Bullet Journaling in title.*
On Shorts, many emphasize art journaling with its vibrant color schemes and charming customizations–as beautifully explored by Tori Journal. For those seeking a sensory escape, ASMR videos reign supreme, often featuring soothing sounds paired with aesthetically themed pages: think purple twilight or blooming flowers, a signature style of The Crafty Lefty and CHACHA NOTE asmr. Bullet journaling, a technique initially used for organization, has been artfully transformed by creators into a visual masterpiece with cohesive palettes and calligraphy. Viewers are often drawn to intimate "journal flip-throughs" and deep dives into creators' "journaling systems," offering a peek into both completed works of art and practical routines, much like the content from クリームソーダと手帳のある暮らし.
Today, on the 12th anniversary of Ryder Carroll's bulletjournal.com, we’re celebrating journaling creators with a custom YouTube logo (also known as a Yoodle). Ready to fill your own blank pages? Dive into our curated playlist for a collection of techniques, artistic flourishes, and personal systems to spark your next journaling adventure!
*Source: YouTube data, Global, Jan 2017 - July 2025.