At the end of May, a new edition of the Madrid Book Fair will take place, a very popular cultural event in Spain in which booksellers, writers and readers meet for several days to talk about literature and publicize the latest developments in the sector. .
If the Madrid Book Fair is an unavoidable date on your calendar, there is no doubt that you will end up buying that novel that you have been waiting for so long and, best of all, signed by your favorite author. You may even hit different booths several times!
In order to organize that reading binge that you are going to do when you get home, there is nothing better than having a bookmark on hand. And what's better than doing it yourself for yourself or as a gift to someone who shares your hobby? Look at these craft bookmark ideas!
How to make a kawaii teacup bookmark
This is one of my favorite designs! If you are one of those readers who loves to enjoy a good story while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee at home, this model of bookmark with a kawaii touch It will excite you.
What materials will you need to create this bookmark? This design is very simple so the materials are basic and you probably have several of them at home: felt or cardboard in a tone similar to tea, other sheets of the color you prefer for the cup and a little white felt or cardboard and black to create the details of the face on the mug. On the other hand, a cutter, some scissors, a little thin rope or white thread, a little hot silicone glue or glue stick and a black marker.
As for the procedure, you will see how easy it is in the post How to make a kawaii teacup bookmark. There you will find all the steps well explained.
Bookmark for books in the shape of a cactus
You can also reflect the arrival of spring in a beautiful handmade bookmark in the shape of a cactus. It looks beautiful on books with colorful covers and has the advantage that it is done quite quickly, so in just a little time you will have this bookmark ready in your hands.
Would you like to know what materials you have to get to make this craft? To start, some colored cardboard in green, yellow and pink tones. Also decorative paper in green and a small pink pompom. We continue with a pencil, some scissors, a glue stick, a small flower-shaped punch, some small magnets and a little cellophane.
And how are these cacti made? Don't worry, in the post Bookmark for books in the shape of a cactus You will have all the instructions described step by step.
Fox-shaped bookmarks
The following bookmark craft is one of the most beautiful proposals to give to someone for their birthday or for their saint. It's about a fox shaped bookmark, a very colorful and attractive idea to accompany your reading.
What are the materials you will need to create this craft? Some white and dark and light brown cardboard. Also white glue, a pencil, a ruler and a black marker.
When it comes to assembling the pieces to make the bookmark, my advice is that you go to the post Fox-shaped bookmarks to read all parts of the procedure. It has a very simple tutorial in images to make it easier to carry out the steps.
Eva rubber bookmarks
This bookmark made of EVA foam is also a great gift idea for reading fans. Unlike the other models, this one will allow you write down words or phrases that you like or impress you from a novel. So it's a very nice memory.
In case you want to carry out this craft, the things you will have to gather to make it are the following: two pieces of Eva rubber of different colors, a piece of rustic rope, a silicone gun, a piece of paper, a pen and some scissors.
The procedure to create this bookmark is a little more laborious than the previous ones, but don't worry because in the post Eva rubber bookmarks You have a step-by-step tutorial with images that will guide you in the development.
Fun bookmarks to make with kids
From a young age, children must be discovered the value of reading through stories and stories that they may like. At school they are told to read a lot of books so in order to have organized reading it is a good idea that they can use bookmarks. And what if the children themselves made them?
This craft is perfect. You will need few materials and a few minutes to finish it. Let's see what things you will need: 1 polo stick, 2 moving eyes, 1 pipe cleaner, 1 small colored cotton ball, white glue, small colored elastic bands and 1 black marker.
The procedure to create this original children's bookmark is very simple and is specially designed for them. You can see how it is done in the post Fun bookmark to make with children. Do you dare to create this Smurf-like bookmark?
Ghost shaped bookmarks
Another very cool bookmark idea to promote children's reading and help them remember where they finished their reading the day before is this cute one ghost shaped bookmark. The result will be especially good with scary stories!
This model is extremely simple so kids can do it themselves. However, if they are still little, they may require adult supervision in certain steps of the craft.
Let's see, below, what materials you will have to get to make this model of bookmark: 2 pieces of cardboard in the colors you like the most, a black marker, movable eyes (optional), a pencil and an eraser.
Learn how to make this very original craft in the post Ghost shaped bookmarks.
Bookmark or bookmark using the rest of the paper from cutting out some butterflies
The following is another of the bookmark models that you can find in this list but the result is most elegant and delicate. This is a perfect bookmark for a romance novel or a book of poems.
What materials will you need to create this bookmark with butterflies? Die-cutting paper, butterfly die, cardstock, 3D sticker, pink pen, hole punch, liquid glue and pink ink, among other things. You can see the rest and the procedure to make this bookmark in the post Bookmark using the rest of the paper from die-cutting some butterflies.
In a few steps you will have a nice bookmark ready for yourself or to give to someone special now that the Book Fair is approaching.
Funny paper bookmarks
If you have little time but want to create a beautiful bookmark, perhaps this proposal will be of interest to you. It is made with the origami technique but it is very simple. In a few steps you will have finished this kawaii style bookmark.
To create this craft you will have to get a sheet of paper in the color you like the most and colored markers. Only two things! So easy that you can do it anywhere, even on the bus on the way to school or work.
When performing the origami technique you will have to pay attention to the details. But don't worry, in the post Funny paper bookmarks You have a tutorial with images to do the task quickly and easily. The result will be a bookmark that is the perfect size for any type of book.
Wooden bookmarks with pyrography and color
This model ice cream stick shaped bookmark It's fantastic for summer reading. If you can't go on vacation without packing a good novel in your suitcase, you'll need to have your book spot too.
Let's look at the materials you'll need! Pyrography, polo and colored wood sticks, a little glue, some markers, an eraser, a pencil, crop and eyelets and a decorative cord.
As for the procedure, it is really easy, so in just a few steps you can have it finished and ready to use. You can learn how to do it in the post Wooden bookmarks with pyrography and color. It comes with a very useful tutorial with images so you don't miss any details and the steps are very well explained.
Heart-shaped bookmarks, perfect for gifting
Close this bookmark compilation this heart shaped model which is perfect to give as a gift to someone special, whether on Valentine's Day or any other occasion. If you accompany it with a book it will be an unforgettable detail.
What materials will you need to carry out this craft? A piece of red or pink cardboard, some scissors, a pencil, some decorative papers and a hot glue gun.
To assemble the pieces of this bookmark, don't worry, you can read all the instructions in the post heart shaped bookmark, perfect for gifting.