Printable Bookmarks

Print-Your-Own Bookmarks That Wow: 9 Creative Ways to Level Up Your Reading Game

Let’s face it - bookmarks are no longer just page holders. In the age of personal expression, aesthetic reading rituals, and DIY magic, printable bookmarks have become a must-have for bookworms everywhere.

Whether you’re a journal junkie, a book club devotee, or just someone who wants to romanticize your reading life, this guide will walk you through the best ways to print your own bookmarks, customize them, and use them to spark joy with every chapter you turn.

1. Choose Your Style: Minimal, Whimsical, or Quote-Heavy?

Before you hit “download,” decide what kind of vibe you’re going for. Are you into moody dark academia? Light and pastel florals? Classic literary quotes?

From bookish bookmarks featuring A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder quotes to illustrated cats curled around books, the options are endless. Fonts & Fables offers beautifully designed printable bookmark templates that cater to every reader type.

Pro tip: Download a few different styles to match your current read or mood!

2. Pick the Right Paper for a Professional Finish

You’ve downloaded your design - now what?

If you’re wondering how to print bookmarks that look crisp and last, the secret lies in your paper choice. We recommend using cardstock paper (preferably 250-300 GSM) for a sturdy, high-quality feel. Glossy or matte finishes both work, depending on your aesthetic.

Laminating them is a great idea too - especially for bookmarks that will be used often or by younger readers.

3. Add a Personal Touch with Printable Coloring Bookmarks

One of the most calming weekend activities? Coloring your own bookmarks.

Fonts & Fables offers printable coloring bookmarks that are perfect for readers of all ages. Kids love them. Adults find them therapeutic. And when you’re done, you have a one-of-a-kind creation tucked inside your book.

They’re also great for family reading nights, classroom activities, or gifts!

4. Mix and Match with Printable Bookmark Templates

If you love to DIY, start with a printable bookmark template that Fonts N Fables offers Bee Bookmarks with reading log and reading tracker . These often come in blank outlines or editable designs that let you insert your own quotes, art, or patterns.

You can even create a seasonal set - think fall leaves in autumn, florals in spring, or spooky silhouettes for Halloween reading.

5. Creative Uses for Bookmarks (Besides Marking Pages!)

Bookmarks can do so much more than just keep your place. Here are some unique bookmarks ideas:

  • Use them as gift tags for fellow bookworms
  • TBR Bookmark to track your progress
  • Add them to snail mail or holiday cards
  • Tape them into journals as decorative elements
  • Use double-sided tape to add them to gift wrap

The best part about printable bookmarks is that you can create as many as you like, whenever you want.

6. Keep a Printable Bookmark Binder

Here’s a fun habit to start: keep a mini binder of all your bookmarks to print. Organize them by

When you start a new book, flip through your binder and pick a matching vibe. It’s like building a wardrobe for your reading experience.

7. Create a Reading Ritual with Bookish Bookmarks

Want to romanticize your reading life? Pair every new book with a fresh bookish bookmark. Make it part of your ritual - light a candle, pour some tea, and slide in a freshly printed bookmark that matches your genre.

For instance:

You can find curated designs for every theme in Fonts & Fables’ Bookmark Collection.

8. Make It a Book Club Activity

Hosting a book club meeting soon? Bring a set of themed bookmarks for book lovers to hand out at your next gathering. You can print a few extras and use them as discussion prompts, icebreakers, or parting gifts.

Better yet - bring printable coloring bookmarks and make it an activity!

This adds a personal and thoughtful touch to your club while creating a shared memory with your fellow readers.

9. Want to Design Your Own? Here's How!

Ever wondered how to make a printable bookmark from scratch? It’s easier than you think.

  • Start with a 2" x 6" or 2.5" x 7" canvas (Canva is a great free tool!)
  • Add background patterns, shapes, or quotes
  • Save as a high-resolution PDF or JPG
  • Print on thick cardstock and trim with scissors or a paper cutter

You now have a fully personalized bookmark - ready to be shared, gifted, or treasured!

Final Thoughts

There’s something magical about holding a bookmark that speaks to your current mood or story. And the best part? With printable bookmarks, you’re not limited to what’s on store shelves. You can design your reading life your way - anytime, anywhere.

Whether you love bookmarks for book lovers, DIY art, or simply collecting pretty things, Fonts & Fables has everything you need to start (and keep!) your bookmark obsession going.

Ready to refresh your reading ritual? Browse our Print-At-Home Bookmarks and fall in love with reading all over again.

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