Jen Goode is here with a tutorial on creating corner bookmarks! Learn how to take any coloring pages you have at home and use them along with a free corner bookmark template to make a unique DIY corner bookmark.
Let’s Talk Reading & Bookmarks
I’ve always been a passionate reader who loves getting lost in captivating stories. I’ve also worked hard to encourage my kids to read, as it provides hours of enjoyment with minimal supplies.
When they were very young, I began fostering a love of reading by creating interactive, busy books that allowed them to play and explore on their own terms.
Then, as they began reading, I started making them fun bookmarks to encourage them to continue reading.
Well, now summer is here, and we’re doing a ton of reading in our house. I thought it would be fun to use up some of those coloring pages we’ve collected over the years to make bookmarks.
Today, I have an easy-to-make DIY corner bookmark to share with you, along with a free corner bookmark template (with different designs).
NOTE: If you love to promote reading and other creative activities for kids, check out our Games and Crafts for Kids, DIY String Art Kids Craft Idea, and Wild West Puppet Theater ideas!
How To Make Corner Bookmarks
This adorable bookmark is a flower coloring page that has been reduced to 25% of its original size. I also used a simple bookmark template I’m including for you.
My youngest has been reading like crazy these days, so we need an endless supply of bookmarks. I’m pretty sure she has at least 5 different books she’s reading right now!
Just follow these steps, and in a few minutes, you’ll have beautiful and unique corner bookmarks to adorn your books!
Supplies Needed To Make Corner Bookmarks
- Coloring page or colored paper (try this flower sketch coloring page)
- Bookmark template
- Scissors
- Glue
Step 1: Cut Out Template
Cut out the template as shown below.
Step 2: Trace Template Onto Coloring Page
Trace the template design onto the coloring page and cut out the bookmark shape.
Step 3: Fold & Glue Two Flaps Together
Fold where appropriate and glue the two flaps to each other, leaving a pocket for your book page.
That’s it!
Now that you know how to make a corner bookmark, you can make your own bookmarks with all of your coloring pages!
I hope you love this easy craft project idea! It’s a quick one, so you can have a corner bookmark finish in just minutes. Try making some to give to friends, or to sell at the school craft fair!
Do you need coloring pages to use for this project? Click here for 25 free coloring pages that can be used to make your own bookmarks. Or use any coloring pages you already have at home.
FAQs About Corner Bookmarks
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions I receive about creating corner bookmarks. If your question isn’t listed, feel free to drop it in the comments, and I’ll be happy to help!
How Can I Print The Bookmark Template?
You can print the bookmark template by clicking here.
The bookmark template is an SVG file, so you can print it and cut it out with scissors or use it with your electronic cutting machine.
What Printer Would You Recommend For Printables In General?
I love using this printer!
What Cricut Machines Can I Use For This Project?
The Cricut machines that you can use for this project are the Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore series, Cricut Joy Xtra, and Venture, because these Cricut machines have the print then cut feature.
How Do I Create A Unique Bookmark Design?
With this template, that’s the easy part! You can make unique bookmark designs with all kinds of pretty papers, your favorite coloring pages or patterns, newspaper pages, or whatever paper art you’d like.
This project is easy peasy, high-reward, and the kids will be delighted to have their very own bookmark.
Can I Use Hot Glue To Glue The Corners Together?
Technically, yes, but it’s not the best choice for this project. If you aren’t careful, hot glue can cause lumps in your bookmark that will make it less than ideal.
I recommend using glue sticks or applying small dabs of Elmer’s or craft glue when you want to create a corner bookmark.
5 More Bookmark Crafts
If you love these corner bookmarks, here are some other bookmark crafts that you won’t want to miss!
- Free Printable DIY Bookmark Corners for Kids
- Superhero Bookmarks
- Easy Rainbow DIY Bookmark with Tassel
- Craft Stick Pencil Bookmarks
- Free Printable Bookmarks You Can Color
Such a clever idea for making bookmarks! And coloring is so much fun even for grown-ups!
This is really cute! And oh so simple! Now, the trick is being able to sit and read an actual book soon 🙂
Too cute.
What a cute idea! Thanks for sharing during the Thursday blog hop.
This such a great idea and so easy! Definitely going to do this with my kiddos.
Thanks for sharing. 🙂
These are so useful. I made a stack of them a couple of years ago and I use them in my recipe books. they are pretty and functional. I love them.
Quick and inexpensive. Thanks for sharing!
Such a cute idea to make and give along with a book! Definitely saving this page so I can make some for the holidays.
I love this idea, my two hobbies are reading and coloring! Thanks for sharing with Small Victories Sunday Linkup and I hope you linked up with our Pintastic Pinterest Party too. Pinning to our linkup board and hope you found some great posts to visit this week!
These are so cute!! I love how easy they are to make 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Really cute! I love this idea.
Katie
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SUCH a cute idea! Love this!
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