Confirmation of London Meet-Up December 2026

Thanks to strong interest shown, the event can now proceed!

We will assemble on Saturday 5th December 2026 at noon in St Giles Square WC2 before proceeding to Vapiano. Guidance and assistance is available to anyone in need of it, particularly those who are less confident in central London. A contact number will be provided.

It is an excellent chance to enjoy the company of fellow Filofax enthusiasts, share binder knowledge, examine interesting models brought by others and delight in a pleasant meal in friendly surroundings. 

Everyone leaves happy to have learnt a little, had some fun and possibly made some new friends. Those few who are reluctant to part will undoubtedly continue discussions in the nearby pub afterwards!

Anyone, a relative newcomer or hesitant for any reason, can be confident of a warm welcome to the group. 

If you would like to attend but are unable to confirm at this stage, or have applied and NOT received acknowledgement, please contact philofaxy at gmail dot com without commitment. A mailing list will keep you up to date and provide more details nearer the event.

Free For All Friday - No. 936 by Anita

When I woke up the other day, I realised that I'd dreamt about Filofaxes! In the dream, I had returned to working for a larger organisation and had joined a new team, so there was lots of activity going on to set up the new office. When I returned after a meeting with my boss, I noticed with delight that a slimline Filofax had been placed on each desk and it was suggested to everyone that they leave them open next to them whilst working to help capture any notes during the day.  

After having had that dream, I realised that I haven't been using my Filofax as a capture tool as much, so I am now keeping my Kensington open on my desk next to me and that small change has definitely been helping. When I'm busy, it can be easy to think, "I'll jot that down later", but if there is a blank page ready within easy reach that then removes any additional steps to get that idea out of my head.    

Have you had any dreams about organisers or planning? 

And as always on Fridays, please feel free to discuss anything organiser related. I hope that you have a good weekend.

Van der Spek Advent Calendar

The First-Ever Van Der Spek Physical Advent Calendar 

This year marks our 100th anniversary—and we’re celebrating this extraordinary milestone with you in a very special way.

For the first time ever, we are creating a physical VDS Advent Calendar, filled with 12 VDS gifts.

And don’t worry: our much-loved virtual Advent Calendar will also return this year!

Only 50 physical calendars will be made.

We can’t reveal everything just yet, but here is a little glimpse of what awaits:

🎁 12 physical VDS items

✨ Exclusive festive leathers

🎄 Brand-new items you have never seen before

📖 One Custom Made Planner of your choice in a special leather

🎨 Selected gifts for which you can choose your preferred leather type or colour

…and many more VDS surprises!

Sign up: https://vdsshop.com/waitinglist/exclusive-vds-advent-calendar/ to receive exclusive early access on 28 October, two days before the calendar becomes available to the general public.

On 28 October, we will also reveal all 12 items, together with the calendar’s price, total value, personalisation choices and all other details.

Please note: signing up does not reserve or guarantee a calendar. It gives you the opportunity to purchase one during the exclusive early-access period.

With only 50 available, they may sell out before the public launch.

If any calendars remain, they will become available to everyone on 30 October. 

The Advent Calendar will be shipped out within 10 workdays

✨ 100 years of VDS. 12 special surprises. Only 50 calendars. You won’t want to miss this. ✨

 

Video Web Finds - Wednesday 14 October 2026

I hope you have had a good weekend.

Now it is time to enjoy a great collection of videos from around the internet.

Here are a selection of the latest Filofax videos for your enjoyment.

1. October planner flip. VDS - Planner fun and inspiration with Melissa
2. Starting a planner in October isn't late, it's smart. - Franklin Planner
3. The End of an Era + Storytime | Cloth & Paper - The Planner Aisle
4. Life in my Filofax October 2026 planner flip-through - Sleepynotesclub
5. Everything fits in a two-page-a-day spread - Franklin Planner
6. Cozy Autumn Planner Setup | Personal Moterm | Functional & Decorative | FREE Printable - Sort Stuff Out
7. Plan With Me || Franklin Classic || Oct.12-18, 2026 || Deep Wine Vintage Aurora - Sandra Dahl
8. 11mm vs 13mm vs 16mm Rings | Which SlimPad Ring Size Should You Choose? - MeePlus
9. Adding More Fall Elements to My Planner + Planner Update | FC Compact Vintage Aurora - Buy Sell Plan Inc.
10. Plan the Week With Me in My New Personal Planner Inserts | Live - Mariane Cresp
11. The stickers I use, VDS, sterling ink, my planner - elena fas
12. This week's releases & restocks (week of October 12, 2026) - Gillio Firenze
13. Starting October in My Personal Moterm | Monthly & Weekly Plan With Me - Sort Stuff Out
14. Unboxing Gillio Medium Compagna Black Matte Croco and comparison with Filofax Personal Croc Ebony - mylistof
15. A Mini EDC wallet + notebook | Meeplus Slimpad Mini - toxmot
16. Moterm weeks zip cover - first impression and size comparison - Hungrygalstudios
17. Filofax Personal Setup | October Plan With Me - mariam's leaf
18. How to Set Up a Franklin Covey Classic Planner Binder (3-Month Rolling System) - Living With Structure
19. Which Inserts Fit? Personal vs. FCC vs. Personal Wide | Grounded Paper Co. Binder - The Celeste Edit
20. Franklin Planner Blooms Compact Spreads • October 9th - October 24th - Jeanae's Journal
21. Sterling Ink Monthly & Weekly Inserts - | True PWM Personal Rings Planner Setup - Kristine Stratton
22. Rings planner setup for everyday routines - Vintage personal organizer - Pasami
23. Can a Ring Planner Help My ADHD Brain? - My First MeePlus SlimPad - Little Nook
24. Ooops.......I did it again - I went back to personal rings - Hot mess planner express
25. 2027 Planner Unboxing - Filofax Malden Burgundy A6 Setup & A7 Comparison | Journaling Vlog - Pink Joy 핑크조하
26. How I document my life | my journal ecosystem - Nikole Lee
27. hobonichi, saúde, filofax e o fail do meu hobonichi de 5 anos + lendo crime e castigo - Natona Papelo
28. Playing With My Planners + Something New to Show You - Mariane Cresp
29. Unboxing a Filofax and Other Fun Stuff - Ms. Priss Journals
30. Mulberry Postman’s Lock Agenda in Oak | Fountain Pen Ink Swatching Journal | Rings - incitehope99
31. Your YouTube video could appear here. If you have a YT channel that features Filofax organisers or similar, please let us know. (steve at philofaxy dot com) Alternatively ensure your video contains 'Filofax' or 'Rings' in the title or description. 

• Please leave a comment on any of the videos you enjoyed and mention you saw a link on Philofaxy. 
• For tips on how to improve your videos, please see this post.  Also this video too Webfinds 
• Your Filofax/Organiser Videos could appear in this list, just contact philofaxy at gmail dot com to be added to our monitoring list. 
• Consider joining our Facebook group - Filofax for Philofaxy fans
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Enjoy

       

Free For All Tuesday - No. 819

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