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    How can I make a bookmark that shows where I am up to on that particular page?
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    Use a long magnetic bookmark horizontally. You can use something adhesive, like a piece of tape, and paste it on the spot below the place you stopped reading. When you stop reading on a different page and paragraph, etc., remove the tape and place it on the suitable stop.
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    How do I make a necktie bookmark?
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    Draw a tie shape in the size of a bookmark. Cut it out. Add designs to it (hand drawn, stickers, cut-outs, ribbon stripes, lace bows, etc.). Punch a hole at the top and thread a tassel length through it. Done!
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    How do I make a bookmark out of newspaper?
    Favour Ozordi
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    Cut out cardstock into a rectangular shape. Then cut your newspaper into bits and pieces. Stick the newspaper bits on the cardstock like a collage. Your bookmark is done.
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    How do I make a simple bookmark?
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    Bookmarks can be made out of pretty much anything. You can use a rubber band or even a scrap piece of paper you found in your desk. If you want a more creative approach, you can cut out a rectangle of cardstock and write an inspiring quote or draw a picture on it.
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    How can I make a simple but really cool bookmark?
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    Decorate it and add a lot of embellishments. Add color and cool accessories, and you will have a simple but cool bookmark.
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    Can I just tape a piece of paper and use that as my bookmark?
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    Yes! Your bookmark can as simple as that or you can make it more detailed by adding embellishments, gems, glitter, etc.
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    Can I make the glue bookmark with a normal glue like fevicol?
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    You can use any glue that has PVA, so look in the ingredients for PVA in fevicol, but Elmer's glue is a better brand to use because it definitely has PVA.
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    How do I make a historical bookmark as a school project?
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    You could sketch a historical scene on your bookmark or write a quote from a famous person that you admire. You could also list some facts about a particular historical event or figure.
  • Question
    How do I make a duct tape bookmark?
    Community Answer
    Check out the helpful tips in this article about making a duct tape bookmark on wikiHow.
  • Question
    Could I make a bookmark with pop-out pictures on it?
    Community Answer
    Sure! You can do whatever you want with your bookmark; just keep in mind that your pop-out pictures will have to fold down in order to sit properly in the book.
  • Question
    Can I use a hot glue gun instead of regular glue?
    Majestichyacinth3733
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    Yes, you can use any kind of glue, just be careful using the hot glue gun.
  • Question
    Do bookmarks make good Christmas gifts?
    Majestichyacinth3733
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    Of course! Bookmarks can be a great gift for anyone who likes to read, or anyone who is hoping to get motivated into reading!
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    Can I make them longer than six inches? I like them to stick out at the top and bottom. Do you think this is okay?
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    If that is the way you like them, go for it! However, if you're selling bookmarks, ask customers what they think, and perhaps consider making them in a variety of sizes.
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    Can I make the bookmark with cardboard instead of paper?
    SunPuppy
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    If you would like to make the bookmark out of cardboard, then yes, that is perfectly fine. Your bookmark will just be thicker.
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    What can I do if my bookmark gets lost?
    Community Answer
    Look for it in the places where you were last reading your book, and if you can't find it, make a new one!
  • Question
    How do I put pieces of string or yarn on a paper bookmark without glue or tape?
    VioletLightningtail
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    If you have a hole puncher, punch a hole and then tie the string through the hole. If you don't, try using a pin to create a circle shape (be careful) and the circle will fall out. Then you can slide the string through.
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    How do I make a bookmark out of sticky notes?
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    Just stick the note to the page you want to mark.
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    How can I make a stylish-looking page?
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    Make a whole page bookmark. To do this, you need, paper, construction paper, glitter, glue, tape, scissors, stickers, anything you wish. Then, make the whole page bookmark. Glam it up, make it you, make it stylish. Be careful with the glitter, as it may stain the book.
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