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Turn Leftover Ribbon Into Bookmarks That Look Boutique-Made
Six ribbon bookmark ideas using scraps, beads, and charms you probably already have in a craft drawer — no glue gun, no fancy tools.
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Your bookmark keeps ending up as a dog-eared page corner, a random receipt, or whatever scrap of paper was closest when you had to set your book down. It works, sure — but it does not feel like yours. Here is exactly how to turn a strip of ribbon, a handful of beads, or a scrap of leather into a bookmark that actually matches your reading nook.
Six styles, four easy vibes
Boho & whimsical
Suede ribbon and a colorful embroidery-thread tassel for a free-spirited look.
Vintage & rustic
Lace, leather, and antique charms for a timeworn, heirloom feel.
Sparkle & shine
Sequins and beads for a bookmark that catches the light every time you flip a page.
Woven & textured
Braided ribbon strands for a colorful, tactile bookmark with real dimension.
Picture this: your nightstand book now has a bookmark that looks like it came from a boutique stationery shop, not a junk drawer.
Grab a ribbon and get started
The boho tassel bookmark
Embrace the boho trend with this creative bookmark ribbon idea. A soft suede strip and a hand-tied tassel is all it takes.
What you might need
Steps
- Cut the suede ribbon to your desired length.
- Cut several pieces of embroidery thread and tie them together.
- Attach the tassel of thread to the ribbon using a jump ring.
🔖 Picture this: a long, soft suede ribbon bookmarking your favorite novel, with a vibrant tassel peeking out from between the pages.
The vintage lace bookmark
Bring a touch of old-world elegance to your reading with a strip of vintage lace and a brooch you already own.
What you might need
Steps
- Cut a piece of vintage lace ribbon to your preferred length.
- Attach an antique brooch or charm at one end of the ribbon.
🔖 Picture this: a stunning vintage lace ribbon gracefully marking your place, accented with a charming old brooch and a little old-world flair.
The braided bookmark
Weave some creativity into your bookmarks by braiding three ribbons together for real texture and color.
What you might need
Steps
- Cut three strips of ribbon in varying colors and textures.
- Braid the ribbons together, creating a beautiful, colorful bookmark.
- Knot the end and attach your chosen charm or pendant.
🔖 Picture this: a beautifully braided bookmark weaving a story of its own, with a charming pendant adding personality at the end.
The sequin bookmark
Add some sparkle and shine to your reading with a length of sequin ribbon — it is the fastest bookmark on this list.
What you might need
Steps
- Cut the sequin ribbon to your desired length.
- If necessary, sew the edges to prevent fraying.
🔖 Picture this: a shimmering sequin ribbon catching the light as you turn the pages — a little bit of stardust woven into your bookmark.
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The beaded-ribbon bookmark
Create a symphony of beads and ribbon by threading an assortment of beads along a thick ribbon in whatever pattern you like.
What you might need
Steps
- Thread the beads onto the ribbon in a pattern of your choice.
- Secure the beads in place with thread and needle.
🔖 Picture this: a ribbon adorned with vibrant beads popping against the rich texture underneath, turning every page into a sensory experience.
The rustic leather bookmark
For lovers of rustic simplicity and vintage charm, a plain strip of leather and one good pendant is all you need.
What you might need
Steps
- Cut a piece of leather to your desired length.
- Attach an antique charm or pendant to one end.
🔖 Picture this: a rustic leather bookmark lying between the pages of your novel, a charming antique pendant hanging from it, adding a timeless touch to your reading routine.
Picture this: your whole bookshelf, each book saved with its own handmade marker — not one stray receipt in sight.
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Picture this: this pin sitting in your craft board, ready to pull up the next time you finish a book and need a new bookmark.
Make your first ribbon bookmark this weekend
Pick one style, raid your ribbon drawer, and give your current read a bookmark that is actually yours.
Shop my bookmark ribbon supplies →This website contains affiliate links. Some products are gifted by the brand to test. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The content on this website was created with the help of AI.
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