25 Ways People Used Pinterest Private Notes (Recipes, Decor, Fashion, Travel)

We surveyed thousands of power users to see how they used the old 'Note to Self' feature. The creativity was astounding. Here are the top 25 use cases.

Home & Decor

• 1. Recording specific paint color codes.
• 2. Tracking dimensions of furniture.
• 3. noting which room a generic item belongs to.
• 4. Comparisons: 'This rug is cheaper than the Wayfair one.'

Food & Drink

• 5. Recipe modifications ('Double the garlic').
• 6. Family reviews ('Kids hated this, too spicy').
• 7. Ingredient substitution reminders.
• 8. Meal planning dates ('Made for Thanksgiving 2024').

Fashion

• 9. Sizing notes ('Runs small, order up').
• 10. Outfit pairing ideas ('Wear with the black boots').
• 11. Sale tracking ('Wait for Black Friday').

...and many more, including gift lists, travel itineraries, and wedding planning logistics. Notes turn a static image into a dynamic tool.