TN Inserts from Local Stores
by Cori Large
September 2016
I haven’t been using traveler’s notebooks (TN) very long, but I am the type to “Go Big or Go Home.” So I’ve been building an insert stash.
I’ve gotten inserts from the following stores: TJ Maxx, Big Lots, and the bookstore at USF. I also recommend looking at Ross, Marshalls, Stein Mart, and Bealls Outlet.
USF Bookstore:
I stocked up on the Piccadilly notebooks. I use them in the Wide and my Husband may start using a TN as well, and this is the size insert he likes. They were on clearance ($5.98 for a 3 pack).
TJ Maxx:
3 booklet set of Punch Studio for $4.99. Themes: suitcases, cameras, and light bulbs.
2 booklet set of Moleskine pocket sized notebooks in purple for $2.99.
3 booklet set of Poppin pocket sized notebooks in Lime Green (Tinker Bell green to me) for $2.99.
Big Lots:
OMG! I hit the mother load here!
3 booklet set of PaperCraft pocket sized notebooks for $1.50 each!!!
I cleared the shelf! I’ve picked some of these up at Big Lots before, but in my experience with Big Lots is I may not always be able to find something I’ve seen there before because the inventory can be random. I’m very happy to have found a stockpile for cheap!
I encourage all those who use Traveler’s Notebooks to give these outlet-type stores a chance. There’s nothing wrong with buying off Etsy or Amazon or other websites, but you may be able to find decent inserts in your area for less money than buying online.
Total # of inserts: 29 booklets
Total cost: $21.47
Cost per insert: $0.74 per insert!!!
I love cheap inserts!
This post originally appeared here.
YouTube video pertaining to this article can be found here.
Cori Large is a blogger, YouTuber, writer, knitter, and librarian. Writing is her passion, she hopes to one day publish a book, and thus achieve a childhood dream. When not writing blog posts, filming YouTube videos, writing fiction, or knitting, she is taming research dragons as a librarian. She can be reached at her blog, YouTube Channel, and Facebook Page.
Congratulations Cori!!! I have enjoyed following your planner journey… and am so proud of you for being published <3
Based on your article, can I assume you do not use the typical regular or passport size traveler’s notebooks? It appears you’ve looked for and bought larger notebooks than fits an authentic TN.
I’m impressed. The amount you got for the price you paid is AMAZING . I never knew you could get them at places like that. I wouldn’t have ever thought to look or where in the store they would be. I’m so excited now
Thanks for sharinh