Crochet Bookmarks with Leaf Design

Delight in creating your very own crochet bookmarks, perfect for book lovers! This simple yet elegant leaf design bookmark adds a touch of whimsy to your reading adventures. With this detailed guide, you’ll be able to make a beautiful handmade gift for yourself or a friend.

Crochet Bookmarks with Leaf Design

Materials:

Worsted weight cotton yarn in cream (approximately 50g)
Worsted weight cotton yarn in mustard yellow (approximately 10g)
Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
Scissors
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

For this project, gauge is not critical, but for reference, check your gauge by making a small swatch of double crochet stitches. Aim for about 16 DC (double crochet) stitches over 4 inches.

Abbreviations:

ch = chain
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch

Instructions:

Start by making a foundation chain:

Chain 20: This will form the length of your bookmark.

Now, we will work the leaf shape:

Row 1: In the 4th chain from the hook, make 1 dc. In the next chain, make 1 dc. In the next chain, make 1 dc. You should have 3 dc in total. Now, in the next chain, make 2 dc (this forms the tip of the leaf). Continue on the same side: 1 dc in next chain, 1 dc in the next chain, and finally 1 dc in the last chain. Turn your work.
Total stitches: 8 dc

Row 2: Ch 2 and turn your work. In the first st, make 1 dc. In the next st, make 1 dc. Now, make 2 dc in the next st to create the leaf's curve. Then, continue making 1 dc in the next st, and 1 dc in the last st.
Total stitches: 10 dc

Row 3: Ch 2 and turn. In the first st, make 1 dc. In the next st, make 1 dc followed by 2 dc in the next st. This row gives more height to the leaf's tip. Follow with 1 dc in the next two stitches.
Total stitches: 12 dc

Color Change: Now, change to your mustard yellow yarn. To do this, pull the new yarn through the last dc of Row 3, creating a slipknot.

Row 4: Ch 2 and turn. In the first st, make 1 dc. In the next two stitches, create 2 dc in each to broaden the leaf. Work 1 dc in each of the next 6 st. Turn your work.
Total stitches: 20 dc

Row 5: Ch 2, turn, and make 1 dc in each stitch down the row. In the last st, make 1 sc to anchor your work and to finish the leaf shape.
Total stitches: 20 dc, 1 sc

Finishing: To secure your bookmark, create a border around the entire edges using sl st. This enhances the look and prevents any fraying. Cut the yarn and pull through to secure it. Weave in any loose ends with your tapestry needle.

Optional Variation: Feel free to add a tassel at the end of your bookmark for added charm! Cut strands of yarn, pull them through the end of your leaf, and tie them together.

Finishing Tips:

Ensure all ends are woven in securely to maintain the integrity of your bookmark. You may consider blocking the bookmark flat to enhance its shape and finish.

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