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Pretty DIY Bookmarks

By Manuela Williams

Hi everyone! I wanted to show you a few easy DIY bookmarks that I made this year to give as presents. I originally saw this idea at Andrea Singarella’s blog way back in Jan and then rather surprisingly, my Michael’s had a demonstration on how to make them recently!

Easy DIY Bookmarks
Add some pretty bling to your bookcase with this easy project. They make beautiful gifts too!

 DIY Bookmark Tutorial

 Below are the supplies you need to make the bookmarks.

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What you need to make the ones I show are:

  1. ribbon clamps
  2. jump rings (all found in the jewelry making section of craft stores)
  3. various widths of ribbon to fit the ribbon clamps (velvet ribbon looks very elegant)
  4.  charms or vintage jewelry to add to the ends.  You use those straight connector pins if you want to add some beads to the ends but I decided not to do that for these.
  5. needle nose or flat nose pliers
DIY Jewelry bookmarks

They’re really easy to make and not expensive but they look expensive! I think they’re a nice present to give to anyone that you know is a bookworm.

Step 1. You measure how long you want your bookmark to be. I made my daughter’s (the blue ribbon with the cross) 8 inches.

DIY Jewelry bookmarks

Step 2. Place one end of the ribbon between the ribbon clamp and close clamp (I used some needle nose pliers). Repeat on the other end.

DIY Jewelry bookmarks

Step 3. Add the jump ring (use your pliers) and your charms to both ends. That it! Aren’t they pretty!

These DIY Bookmarks were so easy to make! Really the hardest thing is deciding on the ribbon and jewelry!  I love things that are pretty yet practical.

Easy DIY Ribbon Bookmarks - Add some pretty bling to your bookcase with this easy project. They make beautiful gifts too

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Filed Under: DIY Projects, DIY Projects, Tutorials Tagged With: Crafts, homemade gifts, vintage jewelry bookmarks

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Comments

  1. Julie says

    December 14, 2009 at 2:41 pm

    What a pretty gift! Thanks for sharing.

  2. Ally0005 says

    December 14, 2009 at 3:43 pm

    Wow, those are so pretty. Who knew Michael's had a demonstration.

  3. Christina says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:11 pm

    Those are pretty! What a great gift idea.

  4. Richella says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:12 pm

    Manuela, these are beautiful! Thanks for the idea. What a fun gift!

  5. Sharon says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:16 pm

    I LOVE those Manuela! They came out beautiful. I had tried looking for ribbon clamps about a year and a half ago but couldn't find them. I'm glad they made their way in the stores. beautiful gift idea 🙂

    Have a wonderful day!

    Sharon

  6. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:25 pm

    Those are so cute! And I love your new Goodwill piece, that is gonna be so great painted up a nice color.

  7. Laurie Anne says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:25 pm

    Oh Manuela, those are fabulous bookmarks! Thank you for sharing these! xx

  8. Jennifer says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:43 pm

    Super pretty! What a great idea for a little gift. Thank you for sharing!
    Jennifer

  9. salmagundi says

    December 14, 2009 at 4:57 pm

    That's a great project – love it in that it doesn't require glue or glitter!! Now I need to look for the findings as I must make some. You are going to make me a crafter yet. I plan to blog about my bleached bottle brush tree experience on Wednesday. Have a great week. Sally

  10. My Cozy Cubby says

    December 14, 2009 at 5:04 pm

    How SUPER CUTE are those!!!

    Pamela

  11. Millie says

    December 14, 2009 at 5:35 pm

    Thanks for posting this.. if I get time, I know a couple of people who would love these!

  12. Julie Harward says

    December 14, 2009 at 5:50 pm

    I have always loved beautiful book marks..it just feels so special to have one in a book! These are really beautiful too! Great idea! Come say hi 😀

  13. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    December 14, 2009 at 5:51 pm

    Love this, Manuela! {Love that book you pictured, too}! I have to go to Michael's this week and I think I will look for the items needed to make this.

  14. Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Lavender Hill Studio says

    December 14, 2009 at 6:04 pm

    You come up with the best ideas! I love those.
    Penny

  15. jenjen says

    December 14, 2009 at 6:27 pm

    What a beautiful project Manuela! I love that idea! A great gift for friends or teachers!

    Thanks for linking up – I really appreciate it!

    XOXO
    Jen

  16. Miss Janice says

    December 14, 2009 at 6:35 pm

    Those are beautiful and great for gifts!

  17. Linda says

    December 14, 2009 at 6:46 pm

    Love these. They are almost too pretty to use as bookmarks. I'll have to check out my Michael's. My gd loves to make fun bookmarks, so it would be fun to make her one. Linda

  18. Jacki says

    December 14, 2009 at 6:56 pm

    What a pretty idea – think I'll make myself one!

  19. Terri and Bob says

    December 14, 2009 at 7:14 pm

    Those are lovely and perfect for my bookclub!

  20. Holly says

    December 14, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    These are lovely Manuela! Great gift idea. I'd love for you to link this post up with my party on Friday if you like!

  21. glorv1 says

    December 14, 2009 at 7:53 pm

    I like these bookmarks and yes they are so easy to make. Very nice, thanks for sharing. Have a great week Manuela.

  22. Storybook Woods says

    December 14, 2009 at 9:06 pm

    Wow, look how far Andrea's idea went. Yours are beautiful xoxox Clarice

  23. The Decorated House says

    December 14, 2009 at 9:25 pm

    Those are wonderful Manuela!
    Now who would think to look for instruction sheets at the front of the store?? Oh yeah YOU would! LOL
    Donna

  24. Laura says

    December 14, 2009 at 9:39 pm

    Manuela, these are wonderful.

    I so enjoy the Christmas season, and I value all of the wonderful bloggers I have met this year- like you.

    You are such an inspiration to us all!

    Laura

  25. jennykate77 says

    December 14, 2009 at 9:54 pm

    I know lots of bookworms who would love these!! They are so pretty. Great gift idea!

  26. Anne says

    December 14, 2009 at 9:55 pm

    I'm a huge bookworm and I love giving books as gifts – these would be such an elegant touch to add to a gift!

  27. Pen Pen says

    December 14, 2009 at 11:08 pm

    Love the bookmarks… the jewelry findings are on sale almost every other week at Hobby Lobby. I will keep this on my idea list for quick gifts. I bought some things to make cell phone charms today for a few girls in our church. It was so much fun picking out the charms!

  28. Shilo says

    December 14, 2009 at 11:20 pm

    What a beautiful and LUXURIOUS gift!

  29. Darlene says

    December 14, 2009 at 11:23 pm

    I LOVE those bookmarks and they look like they will stay put in the book. CUTE!!!

  30. Pat says

    December 14, 2009 at 11:43 pm

    I saw the schedule for the demo at the Michael's here and then promptly forgot about it! Thanks so much for sharing ~ I love crosses!

  31. Kathy says

    December 15, 2009 at 12:28 am

    I love quick and easy projects that look beautiful and elegant like these. Thanks for posting this, they're lovely. Love your blog too!

  32. Betsy says

    December 15, 2009 at 1:29 am

    Pretty! I've made something similar, but just stitched the bangle to the end of the ribbon. This looks a little more professional!

  33. Brenda @Cozy Little House says

    December 15, 2009 at 1:35 am

    I just love bookmarks. Of course I love books! What great presents. After all, we've all got to "mark our place" whether it's a book or magazine! They're so pretty, Manuela!
    Brenda

  34. Anny says

    December 15, 2009 at 1:50 am

    These are truly beautiful

  35. curtissannmatlock says

    December 15, 2009 at 2:07 am

    Thanks for sharing the info on the bookmarks. They are lovely! Enjoyed your blog.

    CurtissAnn

  36. Glenda/MidSouth says

    December 15, 2009 at 2:33 am

    They do make pretty gifts. I really like the ones you made – so pretty! I had hoped to make some bookmarks for gifts this year, but time got away from me. Thanks for sharing the information.

  37. Bev says

    December 15, 2009 at 3:15 am

    Beautiful! I'm so happy you gave the information on how to make them.

  38. Melissa Miller says

    December 15, 2009 at 4:42 am

    Very pretty idea Manuela!

    I sold jewelry for many years and I also read so these are right up my alley. I'm going to Micheals tomorrow for mesh and I'm now adding them to the list.

    Thanks for coming by earlier and your kindness. ~Melissa 🙂

  39. Sweet Bee Cottage says

    December 15, 2009 at 4:51 am

    So sweet and simple to make! They will make a very pretty gift!

    Janelle

  40. Melissa Miller says

    December 15, 2009 at 4:58 am

    Forgot to tell you I got a new camera for Christmas and I have no idea how to use all of those complex settings yet.

    Alex took the night shots for me and he did do a good job.

    Thank you for the compliment!

  41. Sweet Designs says

    December 15, 2009 at 2:12 pm

    Wow, those came out great, thanks for sharing.

  42. Angie says

    December 15, 2009 at 2:16 pm

    I would love to get one of these as a gift! So pretty!

  43. Deb says

    December 15, 2009 at 8:37 pm

    Your bookmarks turned out gorgeous Manuela. I had the Michael's flyer tacked up to the kitchen message board for a few weeks but was unable to go to the demonstration last Saturday! Thank you for posting the tutorial 🙂 I have the ribbon & jump rings, but will have to head over to Michaels for ribbon clamps. I think they make the perfect little gift.

  44. Cindy says

    December 17, 2009 at 1:55 am

    Again I hop over and find yet another GREAT crafty gift idea! I love the ribbons and 'jewels' you put together. Just lovely.

    My daughter is really into the New Moon stuff…Wonder if I could make one with a vampire theme?

    Thanks again for joining Mi4m!

  45. Ticking and Toile says

    December 17, 2009 at 3:57 pm

    really neat! What a great idea! I am heading to Michaels today~ Then to the antique store to see if I canfind some vintage jewelry!
    Thanks for the great tutorial!

    Shellagh

  46. arkie says

    December 17, 2009 at 5:56 pm

    Pretty bookmark! I love the book you show with them. I love the look of old books!

  47. Holly says

    December 18, 2009 at 3:41 pm

    Thanks for linking up Manuela. I love these!

  48. Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says

    December 18, 2009 at 9:27 pm

    What a lovely gift idea. It would be a great preent yucked into a good book!

  49. Kim says

    December 19, 2009 at 12:19 am

    Very pretty, I need to find time to read!

  50. Calla Lilly says

    January 6, 2010 at 2:22 pm

    I was so excited when I saw your pics on this post; Julia McNair Wrights' books are my favorites!!! I found two of them on Cape Cod and snatched them up immediately! 😀

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