Make an origami bookmark the easy way! This easy origami heart looks just like a conversation heart, and fits on the corner of a book page. Kids and adults will love this idea!
Skills Required: None. If you follow the instructions, you’ll just be folding paper and you don’t need any crafting skills to do that. Very fun and low stress.
In a world that’s increasingly digital, there’s something incredibly comforting about the tactile joy of flipping through the pages of a physical book. The rustle of paper, the smell of ink, and the weight of a book in your hands are irreplaceable experiences for many of us.
But as we dive into the depths of our latest literary adventure, there’s one small hero that often goes unnoticed until it’s needed – the bookmark.
This isn’t just any bookmark, though; today, we’re diving into the art of creating an origami heart bookmark, a little piece of art that holds your place and steals your heart.
Origami, the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, is not just about creating objects; it’s a meditative process that requires patience, precision, and a gentle touch. It’s a form of crafting that turns a simple sheet of paper into something magical and, in this case, incredibly useful.
The origami heart bookmark combines the beauty of this traditional art form with a practical function, ensuring you never lose your page again. Plus, it’s a fun way to add a personal touch to your reading experience or gift something special to the book lovers in your life.
Today I’ll show you a super easy way to fold and decorate an origami bookmark to look just like an adorable and iconic Valentine’s Day candy! It’s a fantastic way to dip your toes into the world of paper folding without feeling overwhelmed.
So, grab your favorite paper, find a cozy spot, and let’s dive into the world of origami together. By the end of this post, you’ll have not just a bookmark, but a little heart-shaped companion ready to accompany you on your next reading adventure.
Let’s unfold the magic of paper folding and create something beautiful, one fold at a time.
Type of Paper to Use
If you aren’t aware, there is origami paper available for projects like this, and it’s relatively inexpensive! The paper is somewhat thin, and typically comes in squares that are 6″ x 6″. The weight of your average origami paper is about 70gsm, just like a lot of printer paper.
That means if you want to print out a pattern and use it for this paper craft, you can! Having said that – printing uses a lot of ink, and you can never just fold a few. So if you want to keep the costs down for this project, I suggest going for it and buying the origami paper.
For a heart bookmark such as this one, I like to use paper that is a bit thicker. The paper will be handled frequently and moved on and off of pages. There is 80gsm paper available, and that’s what I would use.
Gather These Supplies
- Origami paper in various colors
- Scissors
- Clear Tape
- Permanent marker (optional)
Let’s make an origami bookmark (or ten)! Trust me – once you get started with these, the whole house is going to be filled with them. They’re cute for Valentine’s Day or as party favors.
You’ll find out that we love bookmarks around here! When you’re done trying this bookmark craft, check out out paint chip bookmarks, our cat bookmarks, or our confetti bookmarks. Happy making, friends!
Origami Heart Bookmark
Learn how to make an origami heart bookmark in a matter of minutes! This is so easy, you'll want to make hundreds of them.
Materials
- Origami paper
- Clear tape
- Sharpie (optional)
Tools
- Scissors
Instructions
- Fold the paper in half and then cut it along the fold. You will have two smaller, rectangular sheets of paper.
- Fold one of the rectangular piece of paper in half lengthwise (the top portion of the paper is open).
- Now fold the paper in half again.
- Open up the paper; you should see a fold in the middle.
- Fold up one side of the paper against the folded line.
- Repeat step 5 with the other side.
- Flip the paper over. Use a small piece of tape to hold both halves together.
- Fold down the top portions to start forming the top of the heart.
- Fold down the corners on either side of the top of the heart.
- Flip the paper over and the heart is complete. You can place over the corner of the page.
If you enjoyed trying this easy origami heart craft, here are some other paper crafts you might enjoy as well.
Lois
Wednesday 18th of January 2023
Do you have printable directions?
Amy
Wednesday 18th of January 2023
Hi Lois! You can scroll down to the how-to card and there is a print button. You can also use this site to make any web page printer friendly! https://www.printfriendly.com/
Anna
Wednesday 2nd of February 2022
You can put another peice of paper on the back to make a flap to put stuff in.
Amy
Wednesday 2nd of February 2022
That's a cute idea! :D
Paige
Monday 18th of January 2016
I love these book marks and they would be such a fun non-candy valentine's day option to give to your child's class!
Paige https://www.thehappyflammily.com/