How to Make Bookmarks for a Baby Shower

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open a blank Word document.

   The fixed column width should measure 2”.
   
   Place your cursor in the top row of the table in the cell on the top left. ,,, Select Table Properties, click the row tab and set the height of the second row to 4”. , Go to the Insert menu and select “Picture.” You can either choose to insert clip art or another file that you’ve already created or downloaded.
   
   This will be the graphic at the top of your bookmark. ,,, Make sure that your text includes the baby’s name (if you know it) or the mother-to-be’s name and the date of the shower.
   
   You can also include a short quotation or poem.
   
   Alter the color of your text as desired to better match the graphic or to match your shower colors.
   
   When you have finished typing, copy and paste the cell into the other two empty cells. , Use high-quality, heavy paper so that the bookmarks aren’t too flimsy.
   
   Print as many as you will need to distribute to your shower guests. , Ideally, you want the finished product to be about 1/4” to 1/2” wider and longer than your text box so that the fabric background creates a border around the text box. , The cardstock will provide the structure for the bookmark and will give it its shape. ,, The fabric does not have to be the same size as the cardstock, but it should not be smaller than the cardstock.
   
   Make sure that the fabric is straight, and smooth the fabric to remove any wrinkles or air bubbles. ,, Make sure that the fabric is both straight and smooth. ,,,,,, If the laminator operates using heat, then allow the machine to warm up to the desired temperature. ,, The rollers with either activate automatically, or you will have to use a switch to activate them. ,, Make sure to leave a small border of film around the bookmark so that the laminate doesn’t separate and peel off. , Heat the iron to medium but do not turn on the steam function. , Smooth it to remove any wrinkles or air bubbles.
   
   The vinyl is tacky, so it will stick to your bookmark. , Any edges that hang over the bookmark will bond with the material on top of your ironing board. ,,,,, The ribbon should be about 3” long and should match the colors of the bookmark. ,, Keep the midpoint of the ribbon within the hole, and try to keep the decorative ends of the ribbon the same length. , Alternatively, place some bookmarks on a table and allow your guests to take one as a keepsake.
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   Step 2: Choose “Insert>Table” from the Table menu.

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   Step 3: Select a width of 3 columns and a height of 2 rows.

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   Step 4: Go to the Table menu and select “Table Properties.”

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   Step 5: Click the row tab and set the height of the row to 2”.

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   Step 6: Place your cursor on the second row of the table that you’ve created in your document.

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   Step 7: Click inside the top left cell of the table.

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   Step 8: Resize the picture to fit within the cell.

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   Step 9: Copy the cell onto the other empty cells in the row.

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    Step 10: Add your text to the second row.

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    Step 11: Print the bookmarks.

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    Step 12: Decide what the dimensions of your bookmark will be.

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    Step 13: Cut out a piece of cardstock that is wider and longer than your final bookmark will be.

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    Step 14: Brush rubber cement onto the front of the cardstock.piece

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    Step 15: Glue a fabric scrap to the front of the cardstock.

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    Step 16: Turn the cardstock over and brush rubber cement on the other side.

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    Step 17: Glue a second piece of fabric to the back of the cardstock.

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    Step 18: Use a ruler

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    Step 19: a set square and a pencil to mark out the dimensions of the bookmark on top of the fabric.

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    Step 20: Cut out the bookmark using sharp scissors or a rotary cutter.

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    Step 21: Cut out the commemorative text that you made using scissors or a paper cutter.

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    Step 22: Place rubber cement on the back of the text strip.

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    Step 23: Attach the text strip to the front of the fabric.

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    Step 24: Turn the laminating machine on.

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    Step 25: Place a bookmark between two sheets of laminating film.

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    Step 26: Push the film through the rollers on the laminating machine.

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    Step 27: Remove the laminated bookmark from the output side of the machine.

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    Step 28: Cut around the bookmark to separate it from the laminating film.

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    Step 29: Place your bookmark on the top of an ironing board.

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    Step 30: Place a piece of vinyl heat-and-bond material over the bookmark.

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    Step 31: Trim the vinyl piece to fit the dimensions of the bookmark.

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    Step 32: Place a sheet of protective paper or a piece of fabric over the bookmark and the vinyl.

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    Step 33: Press down the paper or fabric with the iron for a few seconds; this will bond the vinyl into place.

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    Step 34: Repeat the process with the other side of the bookmark.

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    Step 35: Punch a hole into the center of the bookmark near the top using a hole punch.

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    Step 36: Thread a piece of thin decorative ribbon through the hole.

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    Step 37: Pull the ribbon until the midpoint of the ribbon is within the punched hole.

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    Step 38: Grasp the ends of the ribbon and tie a knot where the two ends meet the bookmark.

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    Step 39: Give the bookmarks to guests as commemorative party favors when they arrive.

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