How to make paint chip bookmarks

Cute, cheap, kid-friendly, foolproof craft. Great little gift on its own, even better tucked into a book you are giving. Perfect gift card, just jot a note or a "to: and from:" on the back.

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Punch a single hole in the center of the paint chip near the top. All different sizes of paint chips will work.

Punch a single hole in the center of the paint chip near the top. All different sizes of paint chips will work.

Choose ribbon to complement paint chips, length is up to you. Snip ends on the diagonal so they won't fray.

Choose ribbon to complement paint chips, length is up to you. Snip ends on the diagonal so they won't fray.

Fold ribbon in half, and thread doubled ribbon through hole in chip.

Fold ribbon in half, and thread doubled ribbon through hole in chip.

Take both ends of ribbon and thread through loop securing it to the paint chip. Gently pull it tight ( this takes a little nudging and pulling).

Take both ends of ribbon and thread through loop securing it to the paint chip. Gently pull it tight ( this takes a little nudging and pulling).

Make every color of the rainbow!

Make every color of the rainbow!

Mark your place. Happy reading.

Mark your place. Happy reading.

  • Paint chips, 1"-3" wide (hardware store)
  • Ribbon to match chips, 6"-12" pieces
  • Sharp scissors
  • Hole punch
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