The global pandemic and subsequent lockdowns and social distancing has caused 35% of the world to read more, with 14% saying they read significantly more.
Why am I telling you this?
Because all these readers need a simple and essential tool to keep track of their reading: a bookmark.
How to make a Bookmark?
The first thing to do is to choose the optimum size and paper.
Here are some recommendations:
1. Size
A bookmark should be:
- 5-8 cm wide
- 12-21 cm long
This standard have been chosen so that bookmarks fit easily between the pages of a book š
2. Paper
The paper you choose for your bookmark should be quite thick, but not as heavy as card: between 150 and 250 gsm is perfect. (grams per sqaure meter – measure of thickness of a paper).
3. Design
From some abstract paint strokes to motivational quotes and flowery backgrounds, its all upto your imagination. Play with designs and create Artistic bookmarks for your friends and family!
The key to a perfect bookmark? Imagination!
let it be some motivating words, and your favorite flower!
let it be your favorite line from a novel!!! or a favorite quote.
Your favorite verse from Quran – you can use this one as a Quran Bookmark!
what a perfect addition to your kid’s bookmark collection!
In conclusion, bookmarks are objects with enormous scope for playing around with graphics and images.
Have fun!
If you need more inspiration, there are ten more examples here: