Yes it can be done!
It might seem an impossible task, squeezing that Calendex into your pocket notebook... but it can be done. Skeptical? Read on my planning friend...
One of the main strengths of the Calendex is its flexibility.
Got a MASSIVE notebook? Make the Calendex bigger. Got a teeny notebook? Make the Calendex smaller. Simple.
But, the thing with a pocket notebook setup is you need to think outside the box or it simply won’t fit. Well it kind of will if you squash it in there, but it won’t be nice to look at soooo… turn your pocket notebook sideways. It should look like this…

Turn my pocket notebook sideways?
The reason for turning it sideways is because there are not enough rows to allow for 31 days of the month from top to bottom but as soon as you turn it you’ll find there are about 33 squares (in the pocket Leuchtturm 1917). So that’s enough for you 31 days and a couple more for some extra wiggle room.
Also, the columns representing each month, are narrower than if displayed in a medium notebook like most users do. So if you wish to draw in the year like I have done here you’ll see there are 2 squares (spaces) for you to add your page number references.
From there the Calendex will work in exactly the same way as before like in its bigger form.
Have you set your Calendex up in a pocket Notebook yet? If not, give this a try and let me know how it goes in the comments below.
Happy Planning,
Eddy
Eddy
An unashamed lover of analog who loves helping people plan and organise better productivity systems. Founder and creator of the Calendex, stationery addict, biscuit fan.


Eddy,
How do you address having more than 2 items on the same day?
Hey Scott,
The simple answer is using wider monthly columns so you have more squares for page numbers.
Of course this would mean being open to altering the Calendex layout.
I have a detailed post on this exact topic coming so stay tuned and thanks for the great question.
Eddy
Eddy,
thanks! Looking forward to the post.
Hi Eddy,
The link on the ‘get started’ page to this page does not seem to work. Got a 404.
Hey thanks for the heads up. I’ve checked a few times and everything seems fine on my end. Is it still showi g a 404 for you?
I don’t get a 404, but the picture that goes with “Here’s how it looks in the Calendex…” is missing
Oh yes you’re right! Thank you for pointing that out. I have now fixed the issue…. phew. If there’s anything you’d like me to cover on the site, please let me know. I’m super keen to get the Calendex community involved so all ideas welcome.