My Blogging Routine: Tools, Time, and Tips

📝 Because blogging shouldn’t feel like a mystery — or a chore.

Let’s get real: blogging is magical… and sometimes totally overwhelming.There’s the writing. The graphics. The SEO. The scheduling.And somewhere in between, you’re supposed to stay inspired, show up consistently, and grow your audience?

😅 Whew. Been there.

But once I started building a routine around my blog, everything changed.No more last-minute scrambles. No more blank-page dread.Just a cozy, creative rhythm that fits into my week — even on the messy ones.

In this post, I’m giving you a peek behind the curtain at exactly how I plan, write, and publish my blog posts. I’ll walk you through:

• The tools I use

• The time I set aside

• My go-to tips for staying consistent (and still loving it)

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So if you’ve been trying to get into a blogging groove, grab a notebook or open your Canva dashboard — we’re about to make things a whole lot easier.

🛠️ The Tools That Keep Me on Track

Here’s what’s in my blogging toolkit (aka, my not-so-secret weapons):

🗂 Canva

I use Canva for everything graphics-related — blog post banners, Pinterest pins, Instagram carousels, email freebies, and more. It’s where I design once, then repurpose everywhere.

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📝 Notion

This is where I plan out my content calendar, organize ideas, keep track of keyword research, and store all my blogging brain-dumps.

📆 Google Calendar

I block out two main blogging sessions a week:

• One for writing

• One for editing, graphics, and scheduling

It keeps me accountable — but still flexible.

📑 Grammarly

Because even when I write from the heart, I still want to catch those sneaky typos.

💌 Flodesk (or your fave email platform)

Blog + email go hand-in-hand for me. After I post, I write a quick email to my list to share what’s new (and link to a freebie or product!).

⏰ My Blogging Schedule (That Doesn’t Take Over My Life)

My rhythm isn’t fancy — but it works.

MONDAYS: Brainstorm & Outline

I sip coffee, scroll Pinterest, and jot down post ideas. Then I pick ONE and make a simple outline with:

• A clear title

• 3–5 subheadings

• A call-to-action at the end

This keeps me focused and helps the post practically write itself later.

WEDNESDAYS: Write the Draft

This is my “cozy write day.” I turn on music, light a candle, and just write. No overthinking. No editing. Just get the words out.

FRIDAYS: Edit, Design, and Schedule

Time to polish things up:

• I edit the post (with Grammarly + fresh eyes)

• Design the blog header and Pinterest pin in Canva

• Schedule the post + newsletter

• Pop it into my content calendar so I can repurpose it later!

🎉 That’s it! By the weekend, I’ve got one post live, a newsletter prepped, and content to pull from for socials.

💡 My Top Blogging Tips (Especially If You’re New)

1. Plan before you write

Even a rough outline will save you time and make your post easier to follow.

2. Create a repeatable format

I use the same structure for every post: intro, value-packed sections, call-to-action. It builds trust and saves me hours.

3. Batch your graphics

Design a few reusable templates in Canva — so you’re not starting from scratch every single time.

4. Keep a list of post ideas

Every time inspiration strikes, drop it into your Notes app, Notion, or planner. That way, you always have a pool of ideas to pull from (even on brain-fog days).

5. Done is better than perfect

Don’t wait until your post is flawless. Publish it, learn from it, and grow. Perfection can come later — right now, consistency wins.

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💛 Final Thoughts

Blogging doesn’t have to be complicated.When you build a rhythm that works for you, it becomes something you actually look forward to — not just another task on your list.

So take what works from my routine, tweak it to fit your life, and keep showing up. Your voice matters. Your words matter.

And with the right tools and a little planning? You can absolutely make it work.

You’ve got this,

💛 Rea 🌻Creator of A Rea of Treasures