Making a pressed flower bookmark is one of the easiest ways to enjoy botanical crafts in daily life.
With just one dried flower, a small piece of plant-fiber paper, and a bit of quiet time, you can create a tiny object that stays with your favorite book.
It’s simple, calming, and perfect for beginners.
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✨ Materials
• A dried flower
• Plant-fiber paper
• Glue (or a small stick glue)
• Self-lamination film
• Scissors or a paper trimmer
• Hole punch
• A piece of string
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Watch the full process in this short video:
✨ Steps
1. Attach the dried flower
Gently glue the dried flower onto the plant-fiber paper.
This paper has a natural, soft texture that matches botanical elements beautifully.
2. Add the lamination film
Cover both sides with self-lamination film to keep the flower clean and protected.
Smooth out any small air bubbles using a scraper.
3. Trim it into the shape you like
You can cut it into a long rectangle or any bookmark shape you prefer.
This step is surprisingly relaxing.
4. Punch a hole & tie a string
Use a hole punch, then add a simple string or ribbon.
This little detail makes it feel more complete.
5. Place it in your favorite book
It’s a small handmade moment that stays quietly beside your reading time.
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🌸 Tips
• Plant-fiber paper is highly recommended for this project.
Its natural texture makes the final bookmark look soft and effortless.
• If you don’t have lamination film, a clear book cover material also works.
• You can use pressed flowers, leaves, petals, or even tiny botanicals from your garden.
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Q&A
1. How do you make a pressed flower bookmark?
Place a dried flower on paper, secure it with a little glue, cover both sides with self-lamination film, and trim it into your preferred bookmark shape. Add a hole and a piece of string or ribbon if desired.
2. What kind of dried flowers are best for making bookmarks?
Choose flowers or flower parts that are relatively thin and flat. Thick flowers can be difficult to laminate evenly and may leave an uneven surface. Delicate petals and small, flat flowers usually work better for this type of bookmark.
3. How do you protect pressed flowers in a bookmark?
Self-lamination film is a simple way to protect the flower and paper. Covering both sides helps create a sealed layer and makes the bookmark more durable for everyday use.
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💛 Try it yourself
If you’d like more pressed-flower ideas or materials, you can visit:
👉 mogutoo.com
More EPs are coming soon — 100 botanical handmade ideas in total.
Hope today’s tiny idea brings a bit of calm into your day. 🌿
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