Looking for an easy handmade gift idea that’s both useful and beautiful? These DIY Ribbon Bookmarks are simple and perfect for book lovers of all ages! Whether tucking one into your favorite novel or creating a thoughtful gift, this easy ribbon bookmark craft adds a stylish and personal touch. With just a few basic supplies — ribbon, buttons, and elastic — you’ll create a charming, functional bookmark in just minutes.
We love a good book at our house, and while we probably have dozens of bookmarks, it seems we can never keep track of them or they are always falling out of the books.
These DIY Ribbon Bookmarks are easy to make and are so fashionable! They are great for keeping your favorite novel, for keeping in your Bible or devotional, or giving as gifts! I love making these DIY ribbon bookmarks because they are easy to make and work great with books of any size. You can use an elastic ribbon for an even stretchier version!
What You Need to Make DIY Ribbon Bookmarks
- Ribbon
- Buttons
- Thread
- Needle
- Scissors
- Elastic hair ties
- Sewing machine (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for DIY Ribbon Bookmarks
#1. Measure the ribbon so it fits around your book. If it’s for a gift, measure around an average-sized book. Leave some space for folding and sewing – approximately 1/2″
#2. Begin by folding one end in 1/4″ and then another 1/4″. This will give you a nice finished end. Sew it into place using a needle and thread or a sewing machine to secure it.
#3. Next, hand-sew (or you can use a machine) the button onto the folded-over ribbon.
#4. You will do the same with the other side, but tuck the elastic hair tie in as you fold it. The hair tie will go over the button. Sew it into place by hand or with the sewing machine.
#5. Slip the ribbon through the pages of your favorite book, bringing the button and hair tie together. Then, slip the hair tie over the button to secure the bookmark. Happy reading!
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These ribbon bookmarks are really nice! I will give it a try!
These bookmarks look easy and fun to make. What size pony tail holders did you use? Are they the child size?
Hi Rosd! It was a regular-sized ponytail holder, but if the book is small, then a child’s size one should be fine.