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Botanical Bookmarks

Rebecca's Garden : Episode REB-614 -- More Projects »
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A botanical bookmark, fashioned with a flower or plant from your garden, makes a wonderful gift--to yourself or others.

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Punch a small hole in the end to accommodate a small ribbon, raffia or yarn of your choosing.
There's nothing better than curling up with a great garden book on a cold rainy day, but when the sun comes out and it's time to head outdoors, be sure to make your place--with a botanical bookmark, of course.

Creating botanical bookmarks is simple and they make great gifts. You'll need laminating sheets or, if you prefer, use a combination of contact paper and stiff plastic. You'll also need pressed flowers and embellishments like beads and colored threads.

  • First, cut your laminating paper into a strip, about 6-1/2 inches in length.

  • Separate the laminating paper and carefully position the flower, face up, on the sticky side. Press the laminate together, being sure to smooth out all the air bubbles.

  • Use a ruler to find the center and punch a small hole in the top.

  • Insert colored thread into the hole and tie it together with a single thread. And, for a final touch, add a decorative bead and snip off the excess thread. You can also use raffia or embroider the edges.

    It's that easy!

    • Also in this Episode
    Rebecca's Garden : Episode REB-614
    •Xeriscaping
    •Tuberous Begonias
    •All-White Gardens
    •Feng-Shui Gardening
    •Botanical Bookmarks
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