This tissue paper bookmark is the perfect easy Mother’s Day craft for kids!

It also makes a great Teacher Appreciation, Father’s Day or Grandparent’s Day gift.

It’s an easy, inexpensive gift that is also quick enough for last-minute homemade gift ideas.

I love this project because it is fun to do, looks great and is also incredibly useful. Plus, any book lover will thoroughly enjoy the beautiful new bookmark!

Text on light blue background at top of image says Tissue Paper Bookmark Craft for Kids. Under text is a top down view of four completed tissue paper bookmarks with yarn attached at the top.

Looking for more Mother’s Day projects like this? Don’t miss our felt flower bookmark craft, “I Love You To Pieces” printable card and craft and tissue paper mod podge picture frames!

Easy Colorful Laminated Bookmarks

These tissue paper bookmarks use just a few common craft supplies and take less than 20 minutes to complete.

It’s a quick and easy craft to include at school, as part of an art center for Mother’s Day, or a quick project to complete at home as a family.

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Just look at how lovely these look once laminated and finished off with a bit of colorful yarn! (If you don’t have a laminator, don’t worry, we will show you how to laminate them without a machine.)

The tissue paper gives the bookmarks a faux stained glass look, which makes them so bright and pretty!

Side angle view of four completed faux stained glass bookmarks laying on table next to closed book.

Making tissue paper bookmarks is a fun fine motor activity for preschool and kindergarten children that provides practice cutting out the bookmarks and gluing practice.

Older children will also enjoy this quick craft that they can complete on their own.

It’s also the perfect craft project if you want the kids to craft with minimal mess.

If you don’t have tissue paper on hand, you can still use the bookmark template for other projects.

For example, kids can paint or color the bookmarks with flowers, the words “I love Mom” or hearts before laminating and adding a colorful bit of yarn or ribbon.

Get even more ideas of what to do with all this colorful paper with our collection of tissue paper crafts for kids.

Tissue Paper Bookmark Craft Supplies:

Bookmark craft supplies laying on table includes printed out blank bookmark template, scissors, hole punch, white school glue, pieces of yarn, and square pieces of tissue paper in a variety of bright colors.

Bookmark Template (available by filling out the form at the bottom of this post)
Tissue paper in a variety of colors
Scissors
Glue
8” length of Yarn or Ribbon
¼” Hole Punch
Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheets

How to Make a Tissue Paper Bookmark:

First you will need to download and print out our printable bookmark craft template.

I recommend using regular printer paper for this project. The lamination sheets seal better with the thinner paper. Cut out bookmarks from the template.

Bottle of Elmer's white school glue laying next to single cutout bookmark template with a few pieces of tissue paper glued to it.

Next you will need to cut your tissue paper into small one inch squares in a variety of colors. You can also buy pre-cut tissue paper squares for a quick and easy project.

Younger children could also rip the tissue paper into smaller pieces and older children could cut their own. Then it is time to start gluing! Use regular liquid glue or glue sticks to cover the entire rectangle shape with tissue paper.

Single bookmark template completely covered with colored tissue paper laying on table next to pile of tissue paper squares.

It’s okay if the tissue paper overlaps or goes over the edges. Set aside to dry.

While the bookmark is drying, prep your other materials. Using the grid on the back of the Avery self-laminating paper, cut 2 pieces that are 3 squares x 7 squares.

Two pieces of laminating sheets cut to size of bookmark.

Also, measure and cut an 8” piece of yarn or ribbon. Once the glue is dry, cut any overhanging pieces of tissue paper from the bookmark.

Two bookmarks laying on table next to each other with a pile of tissue paper squares off to the side. Left bookmark has been trimmed and shows the difference next to the bookmark with pieces of tissue paper hanging over the sides.

When you are ready to laminate, place one lamination sheet glossy-side down and peel back the grid backing.

Gently place your bookmark, tissue paper side down, onto the sticky side of the lamination paper. Press and smooth out until thoroughly adhered.

Tissue paper bookmark placed facedown onto laminating sheet. Another laminating sheet with grid backing lays next to it on table.

Place your second lamination sheet on the table and peel back the grid backing.

Now, slowly and gently align with your other sheet of lamination paper, before pressing together.

Smooth out until no air bubbles remain and the bookmark is completely adhered to both sides.

Paper bookmark between two laminating sheets waiting to be trimmed.

Trim the excess lamination paper, leaving at least ⅛” to ensure the lamination papers stay adhered together.

Hand hole puncher laying next to laminated tissue paper bookmark with hole near the top.

Using the hole punch, add one punch ¼-½” down from the top.

Be careful not to punch a hole too close to the edge or it might end up tearing over time.

Four laminated tissue paper bookmarks spread out next to each other. Each one has a piece of yarn through the hole near the top.

Finally, add your yarn or ribbon by folding the piece in half, inserting the middle loop through the hole and then pulling both ends through the loop. Tighten to secure.

Now you have a cute bookmark to give as a gift or to keep and enjoy!

Overhead view of one tissue paper bookmark sticking out of a closed book laying next to three more finished bookmarks.

More Bookmark Crafts:

More Tissue Paper Crafts:

Tissue Paper Stained Glass Bookmarks

Yield: 5

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Estimated Cost: $10 or less

Easy, colorful bookmark craft for kids of all ages to make at home or school. Great homemade gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Teacher Appreciation, and Grandparent's Day.

Materials

Bookmark Template
Tissue paper in a variety of colors
Glue
8” length of Yarn or Ribbon
Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheets

Tools

Scissors
¼” Hole Punch

Instructions

First you will need to download and print out our printable bookmark craft template.
Cut out bookmarks from the template.
Cut tissue paper into small one inch squares in a variety of colors or use pre-cut squares.
Use regular liquid glue or glue sticks to cover the entire rectangle shape with tissue paper. Set aside to dry.
Using the grid on the back of the Avery self-laminating paper, cut 2 pieces that are 3 squares x 7 squares.
Also, measure and cut an 8” piece of yarn or ribbon.
Once the glue is dry, cut any overhanging pieces of tissue paper from the bookmark.
When you are ready to laminate, place one lamination sheet glossy-side down and peel back the grid backing.
Gently place your bookmark, tissue paper side down, onto the sticky side of the lamination paper. Press and smooth out until thoroughly adhered.
Place your second lamination sheet on the table and repeat step 14.
Now, slowly and gently align with your other sheet of lamination paper, before pressing together.
Smooth out until no air bubbles remain and the bookmark is completely adhered to both sides.
Trim the excess lamination paper, leaving at least ⅛” to ensure the lamination papers stay adhered together.
Using the hole punch, add one punch ¼-½” down from the top.
Add your yarn or ribbon by folding the piece in half, inserting the middle loop through the hole and then pulling both ends through the loop. Tighten to secure.

Notes

Drying time may vary.