About Us

I started Essential Dime because I couldn’t find a planner that had everything I wanted. I’m a very type A, pen-to-paper kind of person, and while I loved seeing budget planners all over social media, I wanted something more creative, personal, and… well, fun. That’s how the Time to Dime Planner was born.

From debt trackers to monthly savings challenges, I love all the coloring elements — they bring out my inner child while tackling very real adult responsibilities. The habit tracker was a must-have for me because I’m obsessed with seeing progress (even if I fall off the wagon sometimes 🙃).

I wanted to create something practical, easy to use, but also playful. If you know me in real life, you know I’m sarcastic, bubbly, and firmly believe finances don’t have to be boring — budgeting shouldn’t feel like a second job.