Are you an avid reader? Do you get lost in the stories written by authors after reading them? If yes, then these bookmark ideas will be you all-time favourite.
Reading is an essential activity that we all should pursue. Book lovers prefer different shapes and sizes of bookmark designs so that their reading can be easy. There are many bookmark designs available that one can give a try. But with the recent trends of DIY ideas, the concept of bookmark DIY ideas is also getting popular.
So, without any further delay let us start our discussion on the topic of 30 creative DIY bookmark ideas that one should not miss. For all the avid readers here is a piece of soul-fulfilling information given for you below. In addition, if you are one of those who hate running through pages to find that particular piece of information or folding pages then handmade bookmark designs can be the ultimate solution for you.
Why are bookmarks used?
Bookmarks are the ultimate saving tools that are loved by almost all readers. They are designed using different materials such as fabrics, flowers or other cute materials to save the love of every reader fondly known as books. Below we have given six major reasons mentioning why avid readers just can't get enough of the bookmarks. So, let us start now!
● Bookmarks can help one to keep a track of what they are reading.
● They avoid damage to the pages. So, say bye-bye to folding or running through pages of the books unnecessarily by using different bookmarks.
● There are various bookmark designs available that one can use so reading is not so boring anymore for all the non-readers out there.
● Bookmarks can be a way to share and spread love. Yes, you read it right. If you want to show affection to your friend, lover or relative who is a book lover then you can give them a bookmark.
● So, what are you waiting for? Invest in good quality bookmarks now to start your reading journey.
DIY Bookmark Ideas
Do you want to make your own bookmarks? Don't worry we are here for the rescue. Below we have mentioned easy bookmark ideas that one should follow to make cute bookmarks. It is as follows:
Button Bookmark
Button bookmarks are considered one of the coolest ideas that one can try if one wants to make a bookmark. We have provided a step- by-step guide to prepare an easy button bookmark.
Supplies
● Hot glue
● Fancy buttons
● Paper clips
● Felt
Instructions
● Start making the bookmark by using hot glue on a paper clip and pasting it on the back of the button.
● Now cut the small piece of the felt so that it can go on the top. This step will keep your glue sealed and leave it to dry.
● Your button bookmark is ready!
Confetti Bookmark
Confetti bookmarks are one of the most beautiful bookmark designs that your kids will absolutely love. They are fun to make and decorate so without any further delay let us discuss how one can make them.
Supplies
● Hole punch
● Cutting mat
● Craft knife and a mat
● Masking tape
● Scissors
● Clear contact paper
● Tissue papers
● Stickers
● Sturdy paper like scrapbook paper or paint chips
Instructions
● Grab different coloured tissue papers and start folding them together. Now use a hole punch to make confetti.
● Cut out the bookmark template from the regular sheet of paper. Now trace and cut the template using a colorful paint chip or any other sheet of your choice.
● One should now cut out the clear contact paper. Make sure that your second sheet is larger than the first one.
● Peel the back side and carefully tape the small sheet of contact paper, with the sticky side up on the work surface.
● One should stick to the bookmark border gently. Now sprinkle the confetti and your bookmark is now complete.
● After the peel of the back side of the second sheet of contact paper and carefully stick on the first one. Cut out the bookmarks properly.
Big Bow Bookmark
To make big bow bookmarks you will require a few supplies and then you are done. So, let us discuss it in detail now!
Supplies
● Few sewing supplies (basic)
● Small piece of elastic
● A piece of interfacing iron
● Fabric straps
Instructions
● One should start by cutting out the fabrics into one 8” X 7” and two 2” X 4” rectangles.
● Now cut the elastic into 10” and for interfacing, you can simply cut a rectangle of 7” X 6” and fuse into the centre point of the wrong or other side of the fabrics.
● Start folding your fabrics in half. Simply place all the right sides in matching with the sides.
● Start stitching from one edge of the 7” side wherein there is a seam allowance of ½”. Thereafter, stop stitching and do the backstitching before reaching the centre portion.
● Now, stitch again from another side till 1.5” prior to other stitches. This will create a hole. Now adjust the bow and seam it in the center and press the bow with the seam open.
● Seal one end of the bow with elastic and line up the end of the elastic with the edge of the bow. Now pin it in a proper place with the central seam.
● Sew the ties with the seam allowance. One should properly catch the elastic when sewing.
● Turn your bow towards the right side through a small hole that you left open earlier. You can use a chopstick or a small tool to press the corners out. Last but not least press the bow and then hand-sew the opening closed with a ladder stitch.
● Take the two rectangles and place them together. Now sew the three sides with a ½” seam allowance. Trim the seam and clip the corners carefully. After completing these steps turn the rectangle inside out and gently press.
● Fold the small rectangle around the elastic and sew the ends together.
● Now pull the bow through the loop. Centre the loop on the bow and adjust it using a hook.
● Tada! Your bookmark is ready!
Easy Fabric Bookmark
Yes, you can make bookmarks with fabrics. Interesting, isn’t it? Below we have mentioned an easy way through which you can make easy fabric bookmarks. The steps to make it are as follows:
Supplies
● Scallop fabric shears or pinking shears
● Scissors
● Parchment paper
● Pen or a pencil
● Ruler
● Paper-backed, no sew and fusible interfacing
● A scrap of a thick fabric
● Vintage handkerchief or any other scraps of fabric
Instructions
● Start the process by drawing a 2 x 6-inch rectangle on the paper side of the interfacing.
● Properly position the interfacing and upside-down paper on the wrong side of your handkerchief. Now iron it and let it cool.
● Cut the rectangle you made carefully and peel off the paper backing.
● Now place the rectangle on top of the thick fabric and iron it. Cut the rectangle with fabric scissors again and then trim both sides with scalloped shears.
● Your bookmarks are ready.
Other DIY Bookmark Ideas
There are some other bookmark ideas that you can give a try. Here is a list that you cannot miss!
1. DIY felt flower bookmark
2. DIY photo bookmark
3. Beaded bookmark
4. Resin bookmark
5. Feather bookmark
6. Spine bookmark
7. Shooting start bookmark
8. Harry potter bookmark
9. Tassel Bookmark
10. Teacup bookmark
11. Magnetic washi tape bookmark
12. Ice cream stick bookmark
13. Simple duct tape bookmark
14. Amigurumi crochet rat bookmark
15. Trapped dino DIY bookmark
16. Leather colour block bookmarks
17. Hand drawn bookmarks
18. Simple printable bookmarks
19. DIY quoted bookmarks
20. Button tipped bookmarks
21. Heart-shaped paper clips
22. Cheese corner bookmark
23. Monster corner bookmark
24. DIY heart corner bookmarks
25. Polar bear corner bookmarks
26. Scratch and sniff bookmarks
Conclusion
Bookmarks are the lifelines of book lovers. Yes, this is true. If you are a book lover or just want to try some cute bookmark ideas with your loved ones then DIY ideas can be your perfect choice. They require less time and can fulfill the requirements easily. So, what are you waiting for? Try the above-mentioned bookmarks now and start reading with style.
FAQs
Are there any types of bookmarks?
There are various types of bookmarks that you can try. Some of them are mentioned below:
● Custom embroidered bookmarks
● Ribbon bookmarks
● String bookmarks
● Metal bookmarks
● Printed bookmarks
How can I make top-quality bookmarks?
One can make good quality bookmarks by using thick paper. A paper with 150 to 250 gsm is considered the ideal choice to make a bookmark.
Can I give bookmarks as a gift?
Bookmarks can be a great and thoughtful gift for book lovers. So, if you want to give a beautiful gift to an avid reader then bookmarks can be your ideal choice.
What is the ideal size of a bookmark?
The ideal size of a bookmark should be 2” X 6”. These dimensions are considered the most common although you can choose at your convenience.