Get step by step tutorials for making your own bookmarks! Both kids and adults will love making these DIY bookmarks. Perfect for beginning crafters!
Remember the joy of cracking open a new book and diving into a story so captivating you’d forget the world around you?
If you’re anything like me, that feeling is a cherished memory, one that’s intertwined with the tactile pleasure of flipping through pages and marking your spot with a trusty bookmark.
Nowadays, amidst our bustling lives, finding moments to lose ourselves in a book can feel like a luxury. Yet, it’s a simple pleasure I’m determined to reclaim, one page at a time.
As I’ve embarked on this journey to reignite my passion for reading, I’ve rediscovered another childhood delight: crafting my own bookmarks. There’s something magical about creating these little art pieces, each a miniature ode to the stories they’ll hold our places in.
It’s an easy craft that’s as practical as it is creative, turning scraps of materials into treasures that accompany us through every literary adventure.
In that spirit, I’ve compiled a collection of over 40 DIY tutorials, each brimming with unique bookmark design ideas to inspire readers and crafters alike.
Whether you’re looking to personalize your reading experience, searching for a fun craft project to share with the kids, or just in need of a creative outlet, these crafts are the perfect blend of practicality and creativity.
Crafting your own bookmarks is not just about making a functional object; it’s about adding a personal touch to your reading journey, making each book you open that much more special.
So, why not take a break from the digital distractions and indulge in the simple pleasure of making something by hand? Take a peek at this collection of, and let’s make our reading experiences uniquely ours, one handmade bookmark at a time.
Let this be a reminder not just to read more, but to infuse our reading with the same creativity and personality that we bring to every other aspect of our lives.
I can’t wait to hear about your favorite bookmarks and the books they’re saving spots in. Share your stories and let’s celebrate the joy of reading and crafting together!
Simple and Cute Buttons
I used to have the coolest button collection! I love these unique bookmarks, made with super cute buttons and paper clips. So easy!
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Colorful Confetti
These cool bookmarks are so easy for kids to make! Learn how to make your own bookmark with confetti inside.
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Lacey Paper
These lace-like paper bookmarks are the perfect accessory for all your
favorite books! They were made with a cutting machine, but you could do similar with punches.
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Curious Cats
Learn how to make these using paint chips! If you have a kitty loving friend or family member, this cat craft would be perfect to make for a gift.
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Sew a Big Bow
These cute bow bookmarks would be a great gift to help your older kid finish up their summer sewing before school starts! Or they would make perfect teacher gifts, or something special for any book lover.
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Old Handkerchiefs
I love that Jessica used her great grandmother's old handkerchiefs to make some very special bookmarks! They are completely no-sew fabric bookmarks, so anyone can make them.
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Spring Flower Paint Chips
It's so easy to make these paint chip bookmarks that look like spring tulips. Kids will love this craft, and . . . it's budget friendly!
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Fun Wood and Fabric
Did you know you can run fabric through an inkjet printer? Absolutely! Bev did that with her bookmarks, sewed them together, and then added cute wood glasses shapes.
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Origami Hearts
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.
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Perler Beads
Learn how to make perler bead bookmarks using simple supplies! Kids will love this easy project with beads, popsicle sticks, and glue.
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Button and Ribbon
Make a DIY bookmark with ribbon, elastic, and a button. It makes a wonderful gift for all kinds of special occasions, from party loot bags to end of year teacher gifts.
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Cardstock and Duck Tape
Learn how to make DIY corner bookmarks using cardstock and Duck Tape! Both kids and adults will love making these; they’re so easy.
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Confetti Shakers
Calling all book lovers! This is one DIY you’re going to be itching to try. Confetti bookmarks are addicting to make – you can create some for yourself, plus they make great gifts, too!
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Hug a Book Pug
I have a pug, so these bookmarks are special to me! I love the little ties, and you can easily customize these to any dog breed.
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Sew Easy Scraps
This easy fabric bookmark tutorial is a quick sewing project! Turn the stash of fabric scraps into something that would be a perfect gift for someone who likes to read.
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Mini Women
This is a perfect project for beginning weavers! To start weaving, you're encouraged to make smaller pieces to start – pieces like these that make perfect DIY bookmarks.
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Pressed Flowers
These pressed flower bookmarks are a simple nature craft to make, and they are absolutely lovely! If you are always looking for ways to use flowers in projects, this is an easy idea.
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Craft Stick Pencils
These bookmarks are a great back to school craft. Whether you’re a teacher who wants to pass these out to your students or a parent who’s looking to make homework or reading a little more fun!
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Harry Potter (Free Printable)
I've got a lot of Harry Potter fans in my life, and they would adore these bookmarks! Just print out and cut.
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Smiling Unicorns
These unicorn bookmarks are perfect for crafty girls from elementary all the way up to teens! I love how the little paws (hooves?) fold over the pages to mark your space.
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Mickey and Minnie Mouse
If you have Disney lovers at home, these adorable Minnie and Mickey Mouse bookmarks will make everybody want to grab a book. This step by step DIY will allow you to make this craft for your kids or have them join you for a fun family activity.
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Washi Tape
If you've got some colored cardstock, grab some washi tape and other basic supplies to make bookmarks! These are perfect to make in bulk for students or even as party favors.
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Velvet Ribbon Charms
With simple jewelry making supplies, you can make these beautiful bookmarks (LOVE them for gifts). I wouldn't want to hold my place in Pride and Prejudice with anything else!
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Paint Chip Samples
Paint chips are pretty just by their own nature. All you have to do is add string and a tassel to turn them into cute bookmarks!
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Fun with Fruit
Make these cheerful fruit bookmarks on your Cricut! These are perfect for summer, when you’re diving into a delicious beach read.
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Colorful Tassells
National Book Lovers Day is in the summer, and there’s no better excuse to make these gorgeous DIY tassel bookmarks. They’re perfect for fancifying a trashy novel, keeping place a book you’re supposed to finish before school starts, or marking inspo in your favorite coffee-table design book.
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Felt Birds
You won’t have to worry about losing your place the next time you pick up a book to read with these cute felt bird bookmarks. Grab your leftover stash and add this DIY to your list of new felt crafts to make.
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Magnetic Paper
These bookmarks are a simple, functional, and oh-so-darling way to keep your place in your latest read (or even your planner). Made with just magnetic paper and pretty ribbon, they are the perfect classroom favor, scout project, or a sweet surprise for your book club buddies!
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Dried Flowers & resin
These bookmarks with dried flowers are a great beginner resin project you can do in an afternoon, and are even great for little ones to try (with adult assistance)!
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Book List Pocket
This is just about the best idea ever! Keep track of books you've read – in your bookmark! I love this idea from Vivian, and she's even got a free printable for you.
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Mother’s Day Watercolor
Lucy has a video showing you how easy it is to paint little watercolor hydrangeas – which is all you need to know to make these gorgeous bookmarks!
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Colorful Monsters
Make reading extra fun for kids by making some of these DIY monster bookmarks. These cute and colorful monsters are super easy for kids of all ages to create, especially with our handy template.
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Paper Feathers
Feather bookmarks are a pretty creative way to never lose your place in a book. Vivian has a download to make it easier – pick any papers you like.
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Wire Flowers
A DIY wire flower bookmark is a quick and easy project to make and kids will LOVE helping! Once you get the hang of making these, you won’t be able to stop yourself from making extras to give away to friends who love to read.
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Chalkboard Bookmarks
Wouldn't these be fun for Mother's Day? These chalkboard silhouette bookmarks are made with chipboard to make them sturdy, and coated in chalkboard paint so you can customize them as you like.
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Pyrography on Craft Sticks
Have you ever used a woodburning tool? It's fun – and satisfying! Use popsicle sticks to make as many of these bookmarks as you like. Great for adults and older children.
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Recycled Cereal Boxes
Cereal boxes are pretty colorful, making them fun to recycle as bookmarks! If you want to pick my favorite cereal, I'm a Cinnamon Toast Crunch lover (just FYI).
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Unicorn Tail
I think we all know unicorns are awesome! Capture these mythical creatures in a cute bookmark, with a fun and easy tassel tail.
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No Sew Fabric Sticks
It’s hard to find ideas to use up knit fabric scraps, but this craft perfectly uses up those weird long strips you end up with after cutting out clothes. These bookmarks are fun for everyone to make and are no sew!
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Leather Bits
If you’re looking for easy handmade Christmas gifts to make for your friends and family, look no further. This leather bookmark can be customized for anyone and everyone on your holiday shopping list.
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Harry Potter Woven Paper
Your first decision? Which Harry Potter house is your favorite! After that, you'll make these bookmarks by weaving paper. It might be fun to make a whole set!
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If you like these bookmark design ideas, don’t forget to let me know in the comments! Then perhaps you’ll like these other craft collections:
Alphabet • Cardboard • Chalkboard • Clay • Clothespins • DIY Coasters • Emoji • Fabric • Felt • Glue Gun • Matchboxes • Neckties • Newspaper • Paper Bags • Pom Poms • Ribbon • Scrabble Tiles • Sharpies • Sprinkles • Straws • Tassels • Washi Tape
Janine - Sarah Lauren
Wednesday 3rd of July 2024
Such great list for keeping people inspired to read. There is something for everyone.
Canopas
Wednesday 17th of January 2024
Wow, these DIY bookmarks are not just page savers, but little pieces of art! I love how they add a personal touch to reading. Thanks for sharing such a fun and crafty idea!