Here's simple washi tape DIY which is pretty and useful at the same time.
You know that feeling of getting a new set of washi tape? You really (really) want to play with it, but, at the same time, you don't want to waste it. Why not make yourself a bookmark?
It's a simple project which doesn't use a ton of tape or other materials, but will make you smile whenever you use it.
You'll need washi tape, card stock in a neutral colour and a pair of scissors.
Cut a strip of card stock into the desired size. Mine are 1.5" x 8.5" (35mm x 215mm) and are perfect for a trade paperback / hardcover / guidebook. If you tend to read paperbacks, you'll want to cut your bookmark a bit shorter.
I simply cut a 1.5" strip off of a standard 8.5x11" piece of card stock. Easy!
Use the washi tape to decorate your plain bookmark as you please. Don't forget the back - 2-sided bookmarks are prettier!
These bookmarks are also a great opportunity to practice different techniques and designs. You can use a lot of tape, or just a little. Try wrapping a continuous strip around the bookmark on an angle or just add a few strips at the top.
Sweet and simple, right?
These bookmarks are great to have on hand or make a nice addition when you're gifting a book.
Grab your favourite bookmark and a really good book - now you can get lost in the book without losing your page!
Check back tomorrow for another washi tape + books tip!
My favourite ways to use washi tape are often the simplest, so I thought it was time to look back at some of the sweet and simple ways to use our favourite tape! Our series - Back to Basics with Washi Tape - will give you ideas for using these multi-tasking tapes. Some of which you may have already seen and some which might leave you asking "why didn't I think of that?"
Do you have any simple but clever uses for washi tape? Share them with us in the comments, post an image to our Facebook page or send a tweet our way. We're always listening!
Do you have any simple but clever uses for washi tape? Share them with us in the comments, post an image to our Facebook page or send a tweet our way. We're always listening!
