Do you love reading? Enhance your experience by creating personalized bookmarks. I started making my own bookmarks years ago and find it incredibly enjoyable. Sometimes, I reuse a favorite, but often, I create a special bookmark for each new book. It builds anticipation and keeps me motivated to turn the pages.
Worried that making your own bookmark requires too much artistic skill? Don’t be! Your bookmark only needs to please you. The most important thing is the act of creating it. Don’t stress about perfection or complexity; enjoyment is key. We all have enough obligations, so let’s keep this fun. I promise bookmark-making will only last as long as it’s enjoyable.
Find inspiration everywhere. Look at fabrics, magazine ads, and photographs. The more ideas you gather, the better your chance of creating bookmarks you’ll truly love. Don’t dismiss ideas as silly or childish. The simplest concepts often yield the best results.
I’ve begun creating bookmarks that complement the tone of the book. For instance, a serious novel might get a dark, heavier bookmark, while a lighthearted comedy receives a brighter, more playful one. I try to match the bookmark to the feeling I anticipate from the book.
Making bookmarks is also a wonderful gift for fellow bookworms. Many avid readers don’t take the time to make their own. Be a thoughtful friend and craft a bookmark or two for each of your reading buddies. It’s a simple, meaningful gift.