Keep your place in style with these practical rectangle origami corner bookmarks!
An easy and fun way to add a personal touch to your books.
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This rectangle origami corner bookmark is a practical yet creative way to enhance your reading experience.
This simple and functional design not only serves a practical purpose but also allows you to infuse a bit of your personality into your books.
Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking for a thoughtful gift for a book lover, this origami project is perfect for all occasions.
Creating origami bookmarks is an excellent way to practice your paper folding skills while also engaging in DIY crafts.
You can customize your corner bookmarks using various colors and patterns, making them perfect for themed gifts, like birthday presents or holiday surprises.
Additionally, these bookmarks make great party favors for book-themed events or literary gatherings, giving a personal touch to any celebration.
Making multiple bookmarks can also be a fun group activity, allowing you to enjoy a creative experience together with family and friends.
Let’s get started with the step-by-step instructions on how to make a rectangle origami corner bookmark and discover its many charming uses!
Other easy origami bookmarks you might like to try include this long origami heart bookmark, triangle corner origami bookmark, and this easy butterfly origami bookmark.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Simple and quick to fold, making it suitable for all skill levels.
- Practical and functional, perfect for any book lover.
- Easily customizable with different colors and patterns.
- A wonderful way to practice traditional origami techniques.
- Great for group activities or party favors.
Skill Level
Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ (Easy)
Materials Needed
- Square paper: A 6x6-inch (15cm x 15cm) sheet is ideal for creating a standard-sized bookmark.
- Type of paper: Light to medium-weight paper (70-120 gsm) is best for easy folding. You can choose colorful paper, patterned paper, or even recycled paper for a creative touch.
Note: We used a 6x6-inch (15cm x 15cm) sheet for our rectangle origami corner bookmark, but feel free to adjust the size for larger or smaller bookmarks.
Instructions
Step 1: Start with the color you want your bookmark to be facing down.
Step 2: Fold the paper in half diagonally to form a triangle.
Step 3: With the open end of the triangle pointing away from you, take the bottom left corner and fold it up to meet the centre of the top point.
Step 4: Repeat previous step for the bottom right corner.
Step 5: Unfold step 3 and unfold step 4.
Step 6: Take the top layer of the top point and fold it down to meet the bottom edge of the paper. This will form the pocket of your bookmark.
Step 7: Take the left corner and fold it up. Then carefully tuck it into the pocket you made in the previous step. Crease and press flat.
Step 8: Repeat previous step for the right corner.
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Step 9: Fold the right edge of the bookmark to meet the left edge. Crease well.
Step 10: Unfold previous step.
Step 11: Take the left corner and right corner and pinch them together, matching the edges of the paper.
Step 12: Completed rectangle corner bookmark.
Tips For Success
- Decorate Your Bookmark: Use washi tape, stickers, or drawings to personalize your bookmarks.
- Make a Set: Create a set of bookmarks in different colors and patterns for a thoughtful gift.
- Incorporate into Gifts: Attach bookmarks to books as gifts for friends or family, adding a special touch.
Helpful Origami Tips
If you're curious to learn more about origami, you might like to look at our basic guides on how to make some common origami folds.
Start with the valley fold and mountain fold—these are the foundation of most origami models.
Once you're comfortable, you might like to try the petal fold for 3D shapes, and explore the bird base and square base for more complex designs.
The water bomb base is also great for creating inflatable or geometric models, like this inflatable origami rabbit.
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