Hello, dear guest readers! Do you use bookmarks for books? If yes, then today’s post will definitely come in handy. Feel free to bookmark it, because we will talk here about how to make a bookmark with your own hands for books and magazines.
To be honest, I don’t use bookmarks often. By chance, all the materials that I have to use to prepare for classes are in my electronic form, and fiction (which, to my shame, I read very rarely lately) is also present in the ephemeral virtual space.
But at the same time, I am very inspired by the idea of creating bookmarks for books, because there is such a great variety of possible uses for all sorts of materials... “Wow” just)) Not missing the bookmark challenge to my hamster nature, I will show you a whole sea of interpretations of this wonderful accessory: 3
Some methods of creating bookmarks, by the way, were described in the article about do-it-yourself hearts (by the way, there is a master class on creating a bookmark from a paper clip).
How to make a bookmark for a book: cute cat
First of all, I would like to introduce to your attention the charming cat Bookman, who will help you or your child read any work with pleasure. The bookmark is not at all difficult, you can even make it with children.
For the cat you will need:
- dense synthetic felt
- threads in felt color or contrasting
- rhinestones
- ribbon, lace
- glue for rhinestones
- patterns
- pencil to transfer patterns onto fabric
- for the eyes: light acrylic paint (in my case silver) and two black half-beads
Patterns of a cat (on the pattern you can also mark all the future elements of the cat: rhinestones, bow, etc.):
Mustache and more
A bookmark-corner can be created much simpler: to do this, cut out a square and a triangle from a sheet of paper with a small margin for gluing. Also cut out the mustache using the photo below.
Coat the triangle with glue along the edges and attach it to the square. Glue the mustache on top. Again, instead of a mustache there can be eyes, a bow, just beautiful patterns or something else.
Pompom bookmark
A very simple, but no less effective option than the previous ones. Take a skein of knitting thread for it, tie it with thread, cut the edges and straighten the threads. Glue the pompom to the paper base.
And again cats
The idea is quite simple: cut out the outlines of cats (or other animals) and lightly wet the paper. And then draw all the patterns that come to mind. Example in the photo
Tip: to prevent bookmarks from losing their original appearance in the future, cover them on both sides with tape or adhesive film sold in office supply stores.
Multifunctional bunnies
In this case, it turns out to be an interesting way of using the same accessory as a bookmark and as a spool of thread.
Animals cut out of thick paper or cardboard will look beautiful. The most important thing is to make cuts at the location of the front legs.
Printing on a printer
This stylish set of three bookmarks was discovered on Wikihow. It needs to be printed on a color printer. You just need to cut out all the bookmarks, and make a cut in the pig along the white line.
The following options are a little easier to cut. Plus, they can even be cut out of fabric using the designs as patterns.
For lovers
The best declaration of love is a Valentine's card. Why not make it a little more functional by giving it the shape of a bookmark? This is exactly what two series of Valentine's designs will allow you to do.
The first of them depicts beautiful prints with various declarations of love.
Speaking of owls...
I found the most gorgeous selection of owl faces, including 9 pieces. Feel free to take them as your reading assistants.
Do you like My Little Pony?
If yes, then here are 8 images that you can use to remember the required page with the signs of the main characters.
Totoro
These two images of bookmarks will look wonderful sawn and burnt out of wood, but they will also turn out decent on paper:3 In addition, the sketches can even be printed on a black and white printer, because their color scheme is very close.
In our age of modern technology, a book can be read on various electronic devices by simply downloading it from the Internet. But there are people who will always prefer printed publications. These are people who love the smell of a new book, for whom flipping through printed pages brings true pleasure. And this article will be just for them.
To avoid spending too much time searching for the desired page, use a bookmark. It's always been like this. And in this article you will clearly see how you can make beautiful bookmarks with your own hands from various available materials. It can be paper, felt, old photographic film, ribbons, or templates that you just need to print. We will look at just a few methods.
The easiest way to make a beautiful paper bookmark with your own hands is. Hundreds of options! Below we show some bookmark options for inspiration. In the meantime, we’ll describe how to make a heart-shaped bookmark.
Required materials:
- White paper without lines;
- Cardboard (also white);
- Scissors;
- Unnecessary postcard;
- Glue (stationery)
- A simple pencil.
As you can see, these materials are not some unusual ones, but those that anyone can find at home if they wish.
Procedure:
- Fold the paper diagonally;
- Below (in the corner) draw the upper half of the heart;
- Carefully cut out. This is a template for a future bookmark.
- Place it on the card and trace it;
- We make a cardboard heart about half the size of a paper one;
- Glue the parts together.
This is a very simple method, so this bookmark can be made even with a child. You can also make origami bookmarks, monster bookmarks and other corner variations from paper, and much, much more. It would be inspiration.
This bookmark will also be in the shape of a heart. Its advantage is that it will not wrinkle or tear, as can happen with paper or cardboard bookmarks.
We need:
- Felt sheet;
- Scissors;
- Needle and thread.
How to create:
- Fold a sheet of felt in half, draw a heart on it and cut it out;
- Sew the two halves together with thread, except for the top. This is necessary to place the bookmark on the corner of the desired page.
In this case, you can turn on your imagination. The bookmark doesn't have to be a heart, it can be anything. For example, a triangle. But the operating principle remains the same.
This is one of the options. In fact, you can make a huge variety of different bookmarks from felt. This is an amazing material, needlewomen know. Here are just a few options for felt bookmarks:
- with lace,
- with ribbon,
- sewn in the shape of flowers or animals,
- using felt and an ice cream stick,
- and much much more.
The paperclip itself can be a bookmark. But you must admit that just a paper clip doesn’t look very attractive. I want the bookmark of my favorite book to look beautiful. For this you need:
- Paper clips;
- Beautiful or unusual buttons;
- Hot glue;
- Felt.
Stages of work:
- Glue a paperclip to the back of your chosen button;
- To cover this part of the paperclip, glue a piece of felt on top.
There are no restrictions here. Choose buttons of different shapes, sizes, colors and so on. Conduct experiments, and you will certainly be able to create an unusual and beautiful bookmark.
Just remember that a paperclip can ruin book pages.
No matter how strange it may sound, a beautiful bookmark with your own hands can be made from such a seemingly unusual material as old photographic film.
Materials:
- Old photographic film;
- Hot water;
- Needle and thread;
- Scissors;
- Beautiful picture.
Algorithm:
- To remove photographs from film, you need to immerse it in hot water for a few minutes;
- Carefully remove the old images with a knife, without damaging the holes along the edges. The film should turn out transparent. The stripes from the knife will gradually become invisible;
- Select the desired length, fold in half and sew along the edges with colored threads;
- Insert a double-sided picture inside.
This is an unusual bookmark. It is expensive in stores, but making it yourself will cost you much less.
- Decor (any beads, pendants, etc.);
- Wide colored satin or velvet ribbons;
- Scissors and nippers;
- Glue, needles, threads. Think about what you want to attach to the ribbon. Start from this;
- To neatly trim the edges of the ribbon, you need ribbon clips.
Work steps:
- Place the tape on the page and measure. Then fold it twice as much, because the bookmark will be double-sided;
- To choose the right combination of colors, attach different pendants and rhinestones to the ribbon and choose the right one;
- We glue each tape properly, folding it in half;
- Attach a clip to the end of the tape;
- Hang your chosen decor.
Thanks to such a bookmark, your book will look like a king.
Bookmark with pompom
The pom pom bookmark is very similar to felt ribbon bookmarks. Only there, instead of felt, there is a pompom. To make such a bookmark with your own hands we will need:
- Knitting threads;
- Scissors;
- Cardboard.
Stages of work:
- Make a skein of thread;
- Tie it with thread;
- Cut edges;
- Straighten the threads;
- Glue to cardboard.
This is a very simple, but no less effective way to make a bookmark.
Bookmark with bracelet
Such bookmarks are quite rare, and this will make it look even more beautiful.
What you need:
- Wire cutters;
- Thin wire;
- Various beads;
- Ribbon;
- Scissors.
Algorithm of actions:
- Make a small bracelet: take a wire and put beads on it, twist the ends of the wire and insert it into the bead. Choose the diameter of the bracelet yourself, there are no limits.
- Measure the length of the tape, which should be twice the size of the page. Tie it to the bracelet.
That's all. It looks pretty nice.
Suede bookmark
We will need:
- A piece of suede;
- Awl;
- Cutter;
- Acrylic paints;
- Waxed cord;
- Pen.
Work steps:
- Using a metal ruler, use a cutter to cut out the suede into the size you need.
- Use an awl to make holes along the edges at equal intervals from each other;
- Use a cord to tie the bookmark. Life hack: to make the lace fit easily into the holes, lubricate its end with superglue. Then it will harden and pushing it into the hole will not be difficult;
- Using a pen on suede, draw a picture or pattern that you want to see on the bookmark;
- Use acrylic paints to paint what you drew. To make the drawing bright, the paint can be applied in several layers.
A beautiful DIY suede bookmark is ready. All you have to do is wait until the paint dries and you can use it.
Although it is simple to implement, it is very effective to use.
What you need:
- A piece of scrap paper;
- Rubber;
- Cutter;
- Scissors;
- Pencil or pen.
How we do it:
- Using scissors, cut out a small rectangle from scrap paper;
- On the reverse side, use a pen or pencil to draw an arrow. Choose the size that is comfortable for you. The size of the rectangle also depends on this;
- Cut out the arrow. For a neater look, its edges can be rounded;
- Use a cutter to make two cuts along the arrow. After this we thread the elastic band;
- We put an elastic band on the page of the book and tie it with a tight knot. Remove excess parts with scissors.
Such a bookmark will help you find not only the page, but also the line where you stopped, since the arrow can be moved.
Satin ribbon bookmark
This option can be done in literally 5 minutes.
We will need:
- Clip;
- Satin ribbon (width as desired);
- Glue;
- Thread and needle;
- Scissors.
How to do:
- Cut a piece of tape about 10 cm long;
- Fold this piece into a beautiful bow;
- Gather the fabric in the center and sew them with threads or glue them together;
- Attach the resulting bow to the paperclip using a small piece of the same ribbon, wrapped around the center.
This is a fairly simple method that does not require too much time and money.
Template bookmark
This is a super easy method that doesn't require too much effort. Just find a template to suit your taste on the Internet, print it out, cut it out and use it.
As you can see, there are many ways to make a bookmark for a book yourself, with your own hands. Some bookmarks can be made with children, which, of course, is a significant plus.
In addition, a bookmark made by yourself can be a very good gift, especially for someone who likes to immerse themselves in the world of books.
P.S. You can find ideas for creativity on Pinterest (there are a lot of them there, the photos are from there) or on YouTube.
In the process of reading literature, it is difficult not to lose where you left off. A bookmark will help you find your reading place. There is no need to purchase it from the stationery department, we recommend that you learn how to make a bookmark from paper, it is not difficult.
Below we will offer you several interesting options for bookmarks, from simple to more complex. To make them you will need inspiration, a little time and available materials. The finished products will be useful not only for home reading, but also for your child’s educational literature.
A beautiful bookmark can be made:
- using paper weaving;
- using the origami method;
- appliqué;
- using scrapbooking techniques.
Well, now let's talk about everything in order. Let's start with the simplest explanation of how to make a bookmark out of paper.
Bookmark worm
This rainbow worm will appeal to both adults and children, and the most important thing is that it will take you no more than 10 minutes to make.
Before making a paper bookmark in the shape of a worm, prepare:
- sample;
- colored stripes of different widths;
- cardboard;
- glue (preferably a pencil);
- scissors;
- ribbon of any color;
- awl or hole punch.
Let's start making the bookmark:
We showed you the easiest way to make a bookmark with your own hands from paper. Children will certainly enjoy this master class.
Heart corner
If you have already been looking for an answer to the question of how to make bookmarks for books from paper, then you have probably come across products in the form of triangles. They are made in different ways, using a template or using the origami technique.
We will look at the last type below, but a bookmark based on a heart-shaped template is something that is worth paying attention to.
As in the previous bookmark model, creation will take a minimum of time. You just need to print the template and prepare the rest of the tools.
What you will need:
- ready cut template;
- colored paper;
- figurines that will help decorate the product, you can use scrapbooking parts or felt-tip pens.
Manufacturing process:
Origami hedgehog
Now, as promised, we’ll tell you how to make bookmarks for books from Japanese paper. Let's start with the hedgehog. You will need:
- multi-colored paper with a light brown tint and a dark color;
- black marker;
- scissors;
- glue.
Let's start making:
The production of the hedgehog bookmark using the origami technique is completed. You can use this cute product for your favorite literature.
Herringbone triangle
Here is another idea based on the origami principle that will tell you how to make a Christmas tree bookmark out of paper. The product will surely delight children, especially if it is made on the eve of the winter holidays.
What you need to prepare:
- green and brown paper;
- glue;
- scissors;
- beads and sparkles.
Let's get down to work:
Bat
This bookmark will become your favorite of all. Why? The bat is funny, and most importantly, it will be appropriate for those who like to read mysticism. It’s not difficult to understand how to make such a bookmark from paper, especially since we continue to consider the origami technique.
What you will need:
- black paper;
- scissors;
- glue.
How to make a bat:
- take a sheet of paper and cut a square from it with sides 6 by 6 centimeters;
- fold the resulting figure into a triangle and fold the top corner with its nose towards the bottom;
- bend the side corners, iron the folds and return the sides to their original position;
- Now you need to bend the left corner and place it in the resulting pocket, we repeat this with the right corner.
The base of the bat is ready. All you have to do is cut out the wings, eyes and of course the fangs. We glue all the small parts onto the base and the bookmark can be used.
Ghost from the book
If you liked the bat, then the ghost will definitely not leave anyone indifferent. The beauty of such a bookmark is that it does not need a template, it does not need to be folded, and the appearance of the ghost depends on your imagination. For the creative process, prepare only a small sheet of white paper and a black felt-tip pen.
How to make a paper ghost bookmark:
- on a white sheet of paper we draw a ghost, it can be in the form of a sheet or with a sharp tail towards the bottom;
- if you want to add strength to the product, stick the blank onto cardboard;
- draw eyes and a smile on the ghost;
- the smile needs to be cut right through (it’s better to do this carefully with a stationery knife), it is thanks to the smile that the ghost will stick to the pages of the books.
The bookmark is ready! The smiling ghost will especially appeal to schoolchildren who love the good-natured ghost from the cartoon about Carlson.
Pencil bookmark
Not only books need bookmarks, they are needed for diaries, and sometimes for notebooks. Simple bookmarks bought in stationery departments look dull and boring. To diversify and decorate the boring everyday life of schoolchildren, you need to learn how to make interesting bookmarks for books from paper.
The ideal solution would be a pencil, but not a real one, of course. For production you only need to prepare colored paper.
How to make a pencil like this:
The pencil is ready.
Woven Paper Tie
You may be interested in a product based on paper weaving. To make it, prepare:
- 4 strips of paper in several shades;
- scissors;
- tape (it must be double-sided).
Let's start the workflow:
The advantage of such a product is that there is no need for a template. With a minimum of effort and time, you get an excellent bookmark-tie.
Bookmark-mouse
Above, we looked at how to make bookmarks for books from paper in the shape of a bat. An ordinary mouse will be just as good at storing where you left your reading.
What you need for the bookmark:
- regular pencil;
- multi-colored paper;
- cord;
- scissors;
- glue (any stationery).
Now let's look at how to make a mouse:
Sample - use the template we provided and transfer the outlines of the future mouse onto paper;
- cut out small parts and glue to the main workpiece;
- Make a tail from the lace and attach it to the mouse;
- decorate the muzzle, draw the mouse’s nose, eyes and ears.
Owl
Before you make a paper bookmark in the shape of an owl, you will need a template.
It should be noted that such a bookmark, and specifically the template indicated above, is ideal for making a complex bookmark, which is based not on colored paper, but on felt. Of course, such material will have to be stitched rather than glued.
Scrapbooking used on homemade bookmarks has some complexity, but the finished options turn out amazing and even romantic. Such crafts can certainly be given even as a gift to someone who cannot imagine their life without books.
For work, prepare:
- decorative paper;
- cardboard;
- decorations;
- hole punch;
- glue.
Let's do step-by-step production:
- Using decorative paper, cut out a rectangular shape, this is the shape of our future bookmark. For variety, one edge of the workpiece can be given a wavy look, of course, if the design allows it.
- To make the base stronger, cut a cardboard rectangle the same size as the paper. Glue the cardboard base. A dense bookmark can last for many years.
- Make a hole at the top of the bookmark using a hole punch. We pass a ribbon through it. You can decorate the ribbon with a beautiful bow.
- We decorate the craft with flowers, beads, and sparkles.
The product is ready. As already mentioned, scrapbooking-style bookmarks can not only be used for personal purposes, but also given as gifts to loved ones. For example, a product in a strict English style can be presented to a man.
Modern people use paper versions of books or diaries much less often than electronic ones, but such a convenient accessory as a bookmark does not lose its relevance. For pupils and students, housewives and connoisseurs of books in classic paper form, a thing is needed that allows you to save or mark the place where reading was interrupted or important, interesting, valuable information was found. That is why you need to know the answer to the question of how to make a bookmark so that it is beautiful, convenient, stylish and durable.
Modern people use paper versions of books or diaries much less often than electronic ones, but such a convenient accessory as a bookmark does not lose its relevance
How to make a step-by-step easy bookmark for a PK book with your own hands from paper for boys and girls
Making unusual bookmarks that will later be used for books or diaries is not difficult. Various cool options are already available on the Internet, so you can choose any suitable one, but it’s best to use your imagination.
One of the options that can become the basis for creativity will require:
- paper (white - office or landscape, without lines);
- cardboard (preferably also white, clean);
- old postcard;
- scissors;
- office glue;
- a simple pencil (black or gray).
The finished bookmark will have the shape of a heart.
The stages of work are as follows:
- White paper should be folded diagonally (in half);
- In the lower corner, using a simple pencil, you need to draw the upper half of the heart;
- Then the resulting blank will need to be carefully cut out - this is a template for the bookmark;
- It needs to be put on a postcard and outlined;
- Cut out a smaller heart from cardboard (about half);
- The resulting parts need to be glued together.
The bookmark is completely ready for use. This option is suitable for children to make on their own.
Gallery: DIY bookmarks (25 photos)
DIY corner bookmarks in 5 minutes (video)
How to make a bookmark using origami in the shape of a heart for a competition
The origami technique is great for making bookmarks. An original heart-shaped craft will only require decorative or wrapping paper (a wide rectangle) of any color you like or, as a substitute, colored paper.
Execution technique step by step:
- Bend the paper horizontally;
- Fold the resulting sheet vertically;
- Lay the sheet horizontally and bend the edges (right and left) so that they look up;
- Fold the blank into an envelope shape;
- Bend the four corners of the craft inward.
Origami technique is great for making bookmarks
This beautiful bookmark is ready for use.
Paper corner bookmark: master class on making books
The corner bookmark is one of the most convenient and original.
It’s not difficult to create a beautiful craft, you will need:
- white paper;
- colored paper (two different colors);
- glue (pencil);
- simple pencil;
- scissors.
The corner bookmark is one of the most convenient and original
Stages of work:
- On the corner of a white sheet you will need to draw 3 identical squares - 2 below and 1 above the other;
- In the lower and upper right corners you need to draw a line to divide them in half (diagonally);
- Shade the resulting halves (1 in each of the 2 separated squares);
- Cut out the blank, cutting off the shaded corners and the empty space between the squares - you should get a muzzle with ears;
- Place the resulting stencil on colored paper, trace it, cut it out - you get the base;
- Cut out a piece of colored paper of a different color that fits the shape of the muzzle, and stick it on the workpiece;
- The workpiece should be folded in half and straightened.
The bookmark is ready - now you can start decorating. Here you can use various paper elements and glitter. Based on such a bookmark, cool monsters are obtained, since the triangle is a muzzle, and the corner base attached to the book can be decorated with teeth cut out of paper. The corners can also be decorated with various small stickers.
The resulting craft can be used for books, thick notebooks, and textbooks.
Beautiful pencil bookmark made of colored paper
Textbooks, notebooks, diaries - all this needs bookmarks. Simple options look boring and casual, so you need to create a bookmark that looks fun. A craft in the form of a pencil is ideal. In order to make it, you only need a sheet of colored paper.
Stages of work:
- Fold a sheet of colored paper horizontally in half (colored side up);
- Unbend the sheet and bend the smaller side slightly inward (1 cm), then straighten it;
- turn the paper over with the colored side up and fold the corners from the shorter side towards the middle;
- Then, at these corners, bend the existing corners on each side;
- Then bend the largest corners on each side;
- Turn the workpiece over with the white side up and bend the uppermost corner slightly inward (it looks like a pencil lead);
- Then you need to fold the paper across (colored side up);
- The corners of the resulting rectangle will need to be folded towards the middle.
Ideal crafts in the form of a pencil
Cat bookmark: how to create it yourself
Cats always look cute and cute. As a bookmark, they will be the most suitable options for girls.
To work you will need:
- scissors;
- glue;
- colored paper;
- simple pencil;
- white paper.
Cats always look cute and cute
Stages of work:
- Cut 3 identical squares from white paper;
- Then also cut out 3 identical squares from colored paper but of a larger size;
- Glue the colored squares together to get a diamond-shaped muzzle and ears;
- Cut off a part from the upper squares (first draw a line diagonally);
- Bend the right corner towards the middle;
- Apply glue to the left one and glue it to the curved corner - you get a rhombus;
- The workpiece should be folded in half and straightened;
- Glue 2 small white triangles onto the ears (1 each);
- Glue another white square onto the bottom of the workpiece in the form of a diamond.
Now all that remains is to draw the eyes and nose for the cat. You can cut out eyes from paper, and also make antennae from paper (thin strips).
