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DIY Macrame Bookmarks + What I’m Reading Lately

If you want to combine your love of reading and crafting, I’ve got a super cute project for you. These adorable DIY macrame bookmarks are a great way to apply basic knotting techniques in a unique way. Perfect for beginners or those looking for a fun, unique macrame project.

Let’s get into it!

In this DIY macrame bookmarks tutorial, you'll learn basic knotting techniques and a unique application using a two-tone design in this easy macrame tutorial for beginners. It's the perfect introduction to macrame for crafty book lovers! #macrame #diymacrame #diybookmarks

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SUPPLIES NEEDED

Jumbo Paper Clips, approx 2 inch X 1 inch (like these or these)

3mm Macrame String  (Amazon also has a wide variety of options here)

Tapestry Needle (like this bent tip needle)

Scissors

Painter’s Tape

All-Purpose Glue (I used Aleene’s Tacky Glue; another option is Elmer’s Glue-All)

Optional: Fabric Stiffening Spray

Optional: Basic Clipboard with Straight Edge Clip


DIY MACRAME BOOKMARKS:  VIDEO TUTORIAL

 

FINAL RESULTS

This is the final look you’ll achieve with these DIY macrame bookmarks.

Macrame paperclip bookmarks.

DIY macrame bookmarks using paper clips.

DIY macrame bookmarks using paper clips.

So adorable! I hope you have a book lined up so you can use your new bookmark(s). If not, read on fellow-readers!


What I’m reading lately

If you’d like some light and breezy reading recommendations, check out what’s on my list currently.

Paper:

Here is the book I’m curling up with these days. 

Macrame bookmark.

I first saw the movie starring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively on Netflix and loved it, so I decided to purchase the novel by first-time author, Darcey Bell. If you like a mystery set in suburbia, you’ll enjoy this one.

Online:

Okay, so not another book recommendation, but I’m always online, taking in the decor trends. Here is what’s on my reading list:

I am a big fan of getting modern decor for less. Thankfully, the design duo at the House of Valentina agree (love their style).

At various times, I have come up against these 10 common home decor challenges and solutions. So relatable!

Whatever happened to a good old fashioned vintage haul? And if there is anyone who can really ‘bring it’ with her impeccable taste and design sense, it’s got to be Emily Henderson.

According to design trends, beige is back. Good news for those of us who never thought it went away!

I hope you enjoyed today’s diy macrame bookmarks tutorial as much as I enjoyed creating it 😊

Happy crafting!


 

 

For more fiber craft ideas from A Pretty Fix, check out the links below:

 

Learn how to make these modern Boho macrame coasters using just 1 single knot. It's easy and the final results are a set of practical and pretty coasters for you home.

 

With some yarn, a cardboard loom, and needle, learn how to make these fun and vibrant DIY woven bookmarks in this step-by-step tutorial // aprettyfix.com

 

DIY Mini Macrame Wall Hanging: Create this gorgeous mini macrame wall hanging in just under one hour using one simple knot.

 

 

 

2 Comments

  • Reply
    Leanna
    February 27, 2023 at 6:37 pm

    These bookmakes would make my daughterinlaw lose it lol. She love macrame and anything rainbow themed. They are also a family of bookworms. I will share this with her, Great craft.

    • Reply
      Jelica
      March 10, 2023 at 1:42 pm

      I definitely loved making these – a little too much, I might add. I had to keep experimenting with different colours – lol! Definitely perfect for the bookworms in your family 🙂

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