RIBBON BOOKMARKS
Need a really special (but really cheap) gift idea? Turn your mismatched jewelry, buttons and ribbon scraps into beautiful bookmarks. Such an easy, fast, and fun craft.
Equipment
- Glue gun and glue sticks
- Needle
Materials
- A selection of lengths and widths of ribbon
- An assortment of beads, buttons, costume jewelry pieces, bells, dangles, charms etc...
- Craft pins or safety pins - optional
- Thread or embroidery floss
Instructions
- Decide on the length of your bookmark and plan to make your bookmark about 3 inches longer than the book.
- Cut the bottom of the ribbon at an angle and cut the top straight across.
- Check to see if your ribbon has a definite front and back. Be aware of this when folding the ribbon over or attaching your charms.
- Fold the top of the ribbon over and attach it to the back of the long piece by either stitching or using the glue gun. You will have a small “pocket” at the top of the ribbon above the glue line which will be strong and sturdy enough to attach your charm, button or specialty item.
- Attach your chosen buttons or charms to this pocket by sewing, or threading beads with thinner ribbons, use strings or embroidery floss to loop charms through, or use craft pins or glue to attach other dangling items.
- Once the glue is dry and charms are attached, your bookmark is ready to be used. Simply slip it into a book with the charms at the top so the bookmark will be secure and not slip through the pages.
Notes
This personalized gift will be a thoughtful reminder of your friendship each time they are used.