23 November Bullet Journal Ideas: Covers, Spreads, and Trackers

Ready to give your bullet journal a fresh look for November? A new month is the perfect excuse to experiment with creative layouts, explore seasonal themes, and add a little inspiration to your daily journaling routine.

November offers plenty of ideas to spark your creativity, from cozy autumn colors and falling leaves to Thanksgiving-inspired designs and simple minimalist spreads. Whether you love intricate illustrations or prefer clean, easy-to-create layouts, there's no shortage of ways to make your journal feel personal and unique.

If you're not sure where to start, looking at examples can help you discover new styles, color combinations, and layouts to try. You don't need to be an expert artist, either. With a few basic bullet journal supplies and a little imagination, you can create a beautiful spread that fits your needs and creative style.

In this article, we've gathered inspiring November bullet journal ideas, spreads, and templates to help you plan your next layout. Keep reading to find your favorite designs, and don't forget to grab the free 12 Month Journal Templates at the end of the article to keep your journaling organized all year long.

1. Leaf Stamp Cover Page

This layout uses a stamping technique reminiscent of childhood arts and crafts to create a simple yet elegant November cover page.

A Tombow brush pen was used for calligraphy adding a pop of color to the whole layout.

2. Through the Woods

This November weekly spread was created using stickers, printouts, doodles, and stamps in the same color scheme. This layout is a great inspiration if you want a monochromatic look for your bullet journal spread.

3. November in a Jar

Do you need some ideas for your black bullet journal? Here’s an example for a black cover page for November.

This example used white gel pens and gold paint to create a stunning spread.

4. Hygge November Vision Board

As the northern hemisphere prepares for the onset of the winter months, November is ideal for quiet contemplation.

For some people, this is a great time to slow down and focus on creating a cozy atmosphere in their homes and mental space.

This bujo example reflects a desire for hygge, a way of life based on comfort and familiarity.

5. Fantastic Mushrooms

Mushrooms are a popular bullet journal theme for November and the entire fall season. Here is a charming example of a mushroom forest created using pastels and waterproof pens.

6. Watercolor Weekly Log

Watercolors can lend a dramatic effect to your bullet journal spread this November. If you want to try it out, this is a great example from which to take inspiration.

7. Day of the Dead Theme

Dia de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead falls on November 1^st. This holiday originated in Mexico, but it is now observed in many parts of the world.

The example cover page above features a painted skull and is inspired by the holiday commemorating loved ones who have passed.

8. Tea Time

If you prefer tea over coffee, here’s a sample cover page featuring the relaxing beverage. Earth-toned colors created a subtle, grounded look for the setup.

9. Fairytale Spread

This fairytale-inspired spread features a highly stylized Dutch door that reveals the weekly pages of the bullet journal. The colorful layout is a charming way to incorporate magical symbolism into your journal.

10. Retro Trackers

November is a great time to go inward and contemplate quietly.

This example, from the same creator as sample #11, showcases a retro-themed tracker spread. It allows you to monitor everything from your mood to water intake, dental care habits, social media use, and more.

11. Hello November

This simple cover page was created using a wreath stamp and some calligraphy. How would you embellish your own November cover page?

12. To Camp

This bullet journal entry features a camping theme. Most of the elements in this spread were created by hand.

If you love the outdoors, you might give this spread a try. Also, you might want to check out this post for some suggestions of fun outdoor hobbies that promote a sense of adventure.

13. November Critter

This is a great option if you’re looking for a simple cover page design. The clean lines and monochromatic, earth-toned color scheme imbue this spread with elegance.

14. November Is Tea Time

Meanwhile, if you’re looking for a blue-themed example for a bullet journal spread, this one is worth checking out.

The creator is fascinated with tea and the color blue and has incorporated these elements into this November layout.

15. Officially Pie Season

Love pie? Here’s an example that celebrates pie season by featuring an entire apple pie on the cover page.

16. What Am I Grateful For?

If you’re based in the US, you might want your bullet journal to feature the most widely celebrated holiday in November. Many people observe Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November.

This is a great time to contemplate everything that you’re thankful for in life. Having a Gratitude Page is very appropriate for your bullet journal’s November section.

17. Gratitude Turns What We Have Into Enough

If you’re looking for a black-and-white monthly spreads for November, here’s one you might want to try.

This weekly spread features an illustrated mid-page divider, as well as functional elements such as:

18. Transition to a New Month

Here is a transition page you might want to try to bid the old month goodbye and welcome the incoming month. The concept is cleverly executed.

What do you think of this spread?

19. Foxy November

This printable November setup has everything you need for a cozy bullet journal spread.

Elements include:

20. Geometric and Golden

Washi tape is a mainstay in a bullet journal owner’s supply box because of its versatility.

In this example, geometric washi tape is a major design component for this bujo’s November spread.

21. Printable November Setup

A bullet journal template is helpful when you don’t have the time to make your November bullet journal spreads by hand. This example includes the following bujo elements:

They are ideal for use in an A5-sized journal and have been hand-drawn by the creator for added charm

22. Turkey November Bullet Journal Theme

Turkey's, pumpkins and fall leaves of different colors, but with lots of orange, seem to be pretty traditional bullet journal inspirations for this time of year. This artistic Bujo theme is a fantastic representation of those classic November themes.

23. Fantastic Bullet Journal Theme

Here is another great entry for November bullet journal themes. This is an amazing artist, but should be something you could copy as a title page for your bullet November BUJO.

Free Download: 12 Month Journal Templates

Make planning and journaling easier with these 12 Month Journal Templates. They're a convenient way to organize your monthly layouts, track important dates, and plan ahead without having to start from scratch every time a new month arrives.

Download your free 12 Month Journal Templates and get ready to organize the months ahead!

(The link opens up a Google Drive folder where you can get the PDF download in a variety of sizes: A4, A5, and US Letter.)

Final Thoughts on November Bullet Journal Ideas

We hope you enjoyed browsing through this November bullet journal spread examples collection.

May they inspire you to channel your creativity into your bullet journal and create a significant and functional spread for November and beyond. Once you get these layouts right for this perfect month, all you might want is some November journal prompts to get you started on the actual filling out of your BUJO.

For more resources on bullet journals, feel free to check out the following posts:

Finally, if you don’t know the “right” way to journal, then check out this seven-step process for building a journaling habit that sticks.