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My Real Pressed Flower Bookmarks & Things I Use to Make Those

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This list brings you behind the scenes of my laminated real flower bookmarks—the dreamy little things I press, embroider, and finish with beaded bracelets. If you're curious about how they're made or want to try your own version, you’ll find two sect...
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Pressed Flower Bookmarks from my ArtMorfic Studio

Here are my finished bookmarks - each one is laminated, embroidered by hand, and paired with a wearable beaded bracelet. I collect the flowers during my walks in nature, press them with care, and combine textures, colors, and little charms to turn th...

 
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These are the bookmarks that I pour so much heart into - using real pressed flowers I gather and flatten myself, layered with subtle embroidery and paired with a delicate beaded bracelet that doubles as a charm. Each is laminated for durability yet r...
Unique Laminated Pressed-Flower Bookmark + Beaded Charm Bracelet
 
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Each handmade bookmark brings together pressed flowers, embroidered edges, and a laminated finish for durability and a light touch. Each one comes with a matching beaded chain that doubles as a bracelet, featuring glass seed beads, crystals, and a ch...
Embroidered Edge Pressed-Flower Bookmark with Beaded Chain Bracelet - Set 2 (ACOTAR inspired)
 
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This one is pure romance in a bookmark - real pressed red raspberry leaves, hydrangea petals, and autumn leaves laminated into an elegant floral design. Paired with a coordinating beaded bracelet that’s adjustable and can even include a name charm if...
Red Pressed Flower Bookmark & Bracelet Set (Great for St. Valentine's)
 
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This delicate bookmark features real pressed flowers tucked into a laminated sheet with embroidered edges, capturing a cottagecore aesthetic that’s both elegant and functional. It comes beautifully finished with a beaded chain or charm bracelet, comb...
Handmade Pressed Flower Bookmark
 
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This handcrafted bookmark combines pressed-foraged flowers, embroidered edges, and laminate for a durable yet delicate feel. Each piece is paired with a matching beaded chain bracelet - made from seed beads, crystals, pearls, and a feather charm - cr...
Premium Pressed Flower Bookmark w/ Beaded Chain Bracelet, Sustainable Handmade Gift for Book Lovers, Personalized Coquette Jewelry Accessory
 
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This set is a little wearable garden for your reading table. Each bookmark is handmade using flowers and leaves I collect myself, thoughtfully pressed, and beautifully arranged on a laminated sheet with embroidered edges. Paired with a beaded bracele...
Premium Pressed Flower Bookmark with Beaded Chain Bracelet
 
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This dark academia bookmark blends real pressed flowers with elegant black lace, all laminated and framed by embroidered edging. A coordinating beaded bracelet adds a wearable touch - or you can choose the bookmark on its own. With names like Golden ...
Gothic Pressed Flower Bookmark & Beaded Bracelet Set

My Go-To Materials for Making Laminated Bookmarks

Want to know what I actually use to make my bookmarks? This section is filled with all the little things that bring them to life - laminating pouches, corner rounders, beading wire, embroidery needles, and more. I’ve personally tested every item here...

 
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This kit is a dream for anyone who loves capturing nature’s beauty. It includes a large 10.9" x 10.9" wooden flower press with 10 layers, 26 sheets of blotting paper, a DIY flower album, tweezers, scissors, and a portable storage bag. The elegant pur...
Joy&Grace Pressed Flower Preservation Kit
 
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This compact flower press is perfect for delicate petals and tiny blooms. It includes 10 layers, blotting paper sheets, a handy pair of tweezers, and a carry bag for on-the-go pressing. If you want to capture small flowers or try pressing on short no...
Happinit Micro Flower Press
 
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These thicker 5-mil pouches give my pressed-flower bookmarks serious staying power. They’re crystal-clear, waterproof, and rugged enough to protect petals while keeping everything nice and flat. The rounded corners help prevent peeling, and the large...
CAREGY Thermal Laminating Pouches 5 Mil 250 Pack A4
 
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This paper cutter is my go-to for clean, straight cuts when preparing materials for laminated bookmarks. Its 12-inch cutting width allows me to trim cardstock and laminate sheets to the perfect size, ensuring precision every time. The titanium blade ...
Firbon 12-Inch A4 Paper Cutter Titanium
 
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This puncher is my go-to when I need to add clean, reinforced holes to my laminated bookmarks for attaching charms or creating hanging loops. With six size options ranging from 5/64" to 3/16", I can choose the perfect diameter for eyelets or decorati...
NEU MASTER Leather Hole Puncher 6 Sizes
 
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This set is a little helper when I need to add eyelets to laminated bookmarks for attaching beaded charms or securing bracelet ends. It comes with 400 small gold and silver eyelets, 400 matching washers, and a compact handheld pliers tool with a comf...
803-Piece Grommet Eyelet Pliers Kit 6mm
 
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This handy little tool helps me give my laminated bookmarks that perfect polished finish by rounding the corners neatly and safely. With three radius options (4, 7, and 10 mm), I can choose just how rounded or sharp the edges look. It works great on ...
YOLCAR 3-in-1 Corner Rounder Punch R4/7/10mm
 
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This slender, ergonomic awl is my go-to for precise piercing when adding decorative stitching or attaching charms to my laminated bookmarks. Its sharp, tapered tip glides effortlessly through paper and laminate, ensuring clean holes without fraying. ...
Alpinleux Leather Punching Stitching Tool Set
 
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These are not your grandma’s sewing needles—unless she’s seriously into jewelry making. With a sharp point, collapsible eye, and heavy-duty 2.5" stainless steel build, these Beadalon needles make threading even the most rebellious beads a breeze. Eac...
Beadalon Collapsible Eye Needles 3-Pack
 
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These embroidery threads are a dream for adding delicate stitched edges to my laminated bookmarks. Each pack has 14 color-coordinated skeins, and they’re made from 100% double mercerized cotton, which means they glide smoothly through paper and lamin...
LE PAON Gradient Embroidery Floss - 14 Skeins
 
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This vibrant set of 18 skeins features smooth, 6-strand polyester floss in rich gradient colors. Each skein offers about 8.75 yards, perfect for adding delicate accents to your pressed flower bookmarks. The colors transition beautifully, making them ...
CABODYALS 18 Skeins Variegated Embroidery Floss
 
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What I use to embroider the soft edges of my laminated bookmarks A cozy little trio of classic embroidery threads (black, white, and cream) that pair beautifully with dried flowers. This bundle includes 12 skeins (4 of each color) and 16 fine DMC nee...
Black, White & Cream DMC Floss + Needle Bundle
 
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This gorgeous bundle includes 15 balls of size 8 pearlescent crochet thread, each offering about 1,500 yards of plush, mercerized cotton thread in rich rainbow shades. The long-staple fiber feels silky and strong - perfect for the delicate embroidery...
LE PAON Size 8 Pearl Cotton Thread Set - 15 Balls
 
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This strong and smooth nylon thread is a must-have for making my laminated bookmarks. It’s tough enough for beading, leatherwork, and embroidery, so it holds up well even with daily use. Plus, the large spool means you won’t run out quickly while sti...
Tortoise Heavy Duty Nylon Thread 1500yd White
 
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The Olylkx 720-Piece Lobster Clasp Jewelry Making Kit is a comprehensive set designed for crafting laminated bookmarks and other jewelry items. This kit includes 100 lobster claw clasps, 100 bead tips knot covers, and 520 open jump ring connectors, a...
Olylkx 720-Piece Lobster Clasp Jewelry Making Kit
 
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This extensive set of 11,200 clear glass seed beads is an essential addition to my laminated bookmark creations. Each bead measures approximately 2mm, making them ideal for intricate beadwork and embroidery. The uniform size and smooth finish ensure ...
FINGERINSPIRE 11,200pcs Glass Seed Beads Kit
 
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This vibrant set of 9,000 2mm glass seed beads in 16 colors is an essential addition to my laminated bookmark creations. Each bead measures approximately 2mm in diameter, making them ideal for intricate beadwork and embroidery. The uniform size and s...
Black Craft Glass Seed Beads 9,000 pcs, 2mm, 16 Colors
 
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These high-quality Japanese seed beads are my go-to for adding intricate detail to my laminated bookmarks. With a uniform size of 2mm and a smooth finish, they are perfect for delicate beadwork and embroidery. The 23g tube provides ample beads for mu...
Miyuki Japanese 11/0 Round Rocailles Beads
 
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This extensive set of 10,000 clear glass seed beads is an essential addition to my laminated bookmark creations. Each bead measures approximately 2mm in diameter, making them ideal for intricate beadwork and embroidery. The uniform size and smooth fi...
Yholin 10000pcs 2mm 12/0 Brown Red Beads
 
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These high-quality 2mm pearl seed beads are a colorful essential for my laminated bookmarks. Each pack includes about 5000 sturdy glass beads, perfect for detailed beadwork and embroidery. The smooth, round beads come in a wide variety of pearl tones...
ORNSHIZI 2mm Pearl Seed Beads 50g (~5000 pcs)
 
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These classic ivory pearl beads are my go-to for adding a touch of elegance to my laminated bookmarks. With five sizes ranging from 4mm to 12mm, they offer versatility for creating delicate beadwork and enhancing the aesthetic of each bookmark. The c...
Hudinsun 1200 Pcs Pearl Beads, 5 Sizes
 
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The PH PandaHall 2160pcs 6mm Faceted Crystal Beads are a vibrant addition to my laminated bookmark toolkit. This set includes 24 colors, each with 90 beads, totaling 2,160 faceted crystal beads. The 6x5.5mm size and 2mm hole make them ideal for addin...
PH PandaHall 2160pcs 6mm Crystal Bicone Beads
 
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These tiny, polished glass seed beads add vibrant color and texture to my laminated bookmarks’ beaded tassels and bracelets. The 2mm size is perfect for detailed beadwork and weaving patterns that bring each bookmark to life. With 18,000 beads in a r...
Mandala Crafts Glass Seed Beads – 11/0 (2mm) Rainbow Mini Pony Beads, 18,000 pcs
 
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This comprehensive set of glass bugle seed beads is an essential addition to my laminated bookmark creations. With approximately 7,000 pieces in two vibrant colors (Transparent AB and Metallic) these 6mm tube beads offer a sleek, cylindrical shape th...
INSPIRELLE 2x6mm Glass Bugle Seed Beads Kit