5 Fast Ways to Add Texture to Your Daily Pages

Sometimes a page just needs a little something extra. Texture is one of my favorite ways to give my Daily Pages more life—it makes them look more interesting and feel more fun to make. And the best part? You don’t need a whole studio or fancy supplies to do it. With a few quick tricks, you can add depth, movement, and energy to your pages in just a couple of minutes.

1. Washi Tape Layers

Washi tape is a texture goldmine. Layering a couple of strips—whether it’s torn edges for a casual vibe or neat cuts for contrast—adds instant dimension. I love how different patterns next to each other can capture the mood of a particular week or season.

2. Scraps & Snippets

Paper scraps are little texture treasures. A movie ticket, the tag from a new shirt, or even the corner of an envelope can become part of your page. These bits bring in both visual and tactile variety, but they also carry pieces of your daily story right into your notebook. I keep a tiny envelope of scraps on my desk so I always have something handy to glue down.

3. Sticker Stacking

One sticker is cute. A couple stacked together? That’s texture magic. Try mixing finishes—matte, glossy, clear, or even puffy stickers—to create a layered look or a stickerscape. It’s a playful way to build depth without making your page bulky. I’ve been known to start a whole spread around one big sticker and then build little clusters on top of it.

4. Gel Printing on Textured Paper

Gel printing is one of my go-to ways to add texture, especially when I’m in a paint season. Printing on paper with a little tooth—like watercolor paper or textured cardstock—gives you these amazing, unpredictable textures as the paint settles. Even a scrap of a gel print glued into a corner of your page can completely change the vibe. If you’re short on time, pull from your stash of prints and add just a piece or two.

5. Layered Quotes

Words themselves can create texture. One of my favorite things to do is cut up a quote (I get a bunch of my favorites from Brandi Kincade) or write it out in bold marker, then layer over it with smaller handwriting, alphabet stickers, or stamps. I love cutting up quote and putting it on the page to create something that feels both visually textured and personally meaningful. It’s a simple way to let text carry the weight of design.

Your Turn ✍🏻

Pick one idea from this list and try it on your next Daily Page. Texture doesn’t have to be complicated—it’s just about playing with what you already have. When you finish, share your page in the Activity Feed so we can cheer you on (and maybe borrow your trick for our own notebooks).