Folded Paper Bookmarks with Layered Heart Decoration

A project from our live show CREATE TOGETHER CLUB CHAPTER 3 - SHOW 7 - Broadcast 5th Oct 23 · 05/10/2023 · watch it from 7:00

Create two decorative bookmarks by folding square paper into a pointed envelope shape, then layer and embellish them with die-cut hearts and patterned elements. These double-sided bookmarks prevent dog-eared pages and make lovely gifts to include in cards.

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Step by step

1. Take an 8×8 piece of square paper and fold the bottom edge up to meet the top edge, creasing firmly with your hand or a burnishing tool. ▶ watch 7:15
2. Fold the bottom left corner up to align with the top point, pressing down to crease. ▶ watch 8:00
3. Fold the bottom right corner up to align with the top point on the opposite side, creasing well. ▶ watch 8:30
4. Pull the two side flaps back down to their original position. ▶ watch 9:00
5. Fold the top section down and crease it firmly. ▶ watch 9:15
6. Tuck the left flap into the pocket created by the fold. ▶ watch 9:45
7. Tuck the right flap into the pocket on the opposite side. ▶ watch 10:00
8. Repeat the same folding process with a 6×6 piece of paper to create a smaller bookmark. ▶ watch 10:30
9. Die-cut multiple heart shapes from white card, cutting each size three times for layering. ▶ watch 14:30
10. Layer the heart die-cuts together using glue, stacking the largest piece first, then the medium, then the detailed top layer. ▶ watch 19:00
11. Glue the layered heart to the corner point of your folded bookmark, positioning it so the point aligns with the bookmark's point. ▶ watch 22:30
12. Add decorative elements such as washi tape characters, banners, or floral designs around the heart using glue. ▶ watch 26:00
13. Place the finished bookmark under a heavy weight to flatten and set all the layers. ▶ watch 31:00

Tips from the show

• You can use any square paper, but 8×8 or 6×6 work best for bookmarks; avoid 12×12 as it would be too large.
• Double-sided patterned paper works better than single-sided, but either will work.
• The bookmark can also be used as a decorative corner for a card rather than just for books.

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