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Crafts for Bibliophiles -- NEW! Project Added 11/24/25: CRAFTABLE BOOKMARKS

A collection of directions/templates for making your own book-related crafts at home.

The bookmarks on this page* are made primarily from paper, felt, or wire along with some other craft materials such as googly eyes, yarn, or ribbon. Some require scissors or glue. Click images below to access patterns and instructions. Happy crafting and reading!

*many of these bookmarks were designed around the 2021 Summer Reading theme "Tails and Tales"

"A Horse, of Course!"

"Bendy Friend"

"Large Floral"

"Dino-Bites"

"Personalized Cat"

"Colorful Owl"

"Text and Floral"

"Sail Away"

"Animal Frames"

"iGoat"

"Mandala Animals"

"Origami Fox"

"Tissue Paper Tie Dye"

"Winged Owl"

"Tails and Tales"


If you've got the crafting bug, check out these other SSPL LibGuides for more free project ideas and instructions! Crafting At Home has a variety of craft projects you can do from home along with a selection of books on upcycling available at the library. If you like working with felt, there are also dozens of seasonal projects to be found on Festive Fun with Felt!


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