It’s graduation week here in Phoenix. Several wonderful young ladies we know will be participating in this rite of passage. We wanted to acknowledge their accomplishments without breaking the bank. So we made a few of the Dollar Store Blooming Bookmark.
Dollar Store Blooming Bookmark
I almost hesitated to share this craft because it’s SO easy and inexpensive. But we all like that right?
I picked up a 6 pack of girls elastic headbands at the Dollar Store.
I found various flower, butterfly and bird clips at the hobby supply store. (Tip: check the sewing, scrapbook and t-shirt appliqué sections in addition to the floral department. Use a coupon and they will total around 60 cents each.)
Now don’t strain yourself on this next part.
Open the clip and attach it to the reinforced section of the headband. It’s easier to see in person as there is a slightly thick bump.
Attach the bookmark it to a book and Voila~ you’re done!
I scoured the thrift store for pretty hardbacks and also found some favorite paperback classics in the Target dollar section. Which made each gift about $3.00 each!
Just for fun, we also hid some money amongst the pages.
Laura
Julie Tucker-Wolek says
What a great idea Laura!! I loveeeeeeeeeee it!!
openid says
Laura,
What a beautiful, inexpensive way to show you care and that someone matters! Great gift idea I will be using. Miss Emily is graduating!
Your Friend,
Deborah
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Debbiedoo's says
Laura, I absolutely LOVE this idea. I like you, hesitate sometimes to share the most simplest of ideas. However, I realize they are some of the best received! Thanks for sharing.
The Quintessential Magpie says
This is a GREAT idea and SO cute. Love the floral bookmarks and the one with the butterfly. And great idea about books, too. Thanks, Laura!
Happy Monday!
XO,
Sheila
bj says
WELL…..EXCUUUUSE ME while I
FALL IN LUV !!!
This is sooo cute and I am making some to stick in grands stockings at Christmas…a cute bookmark, a cute book and some moola stuck inside…
they will LOVE them.
Thanks….and isn't this a FUN party.
xoxo bj
marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
Laura, this is so cute. I love this idea, and definitley different. Hugs, Marty
Pat@Life At Lydias House says
How cute is this! And, practical too!
ChArIsSe says
hi laura! whow love it! so cute and adorable bookmark decoration, thanks for sharing this to us! i really like the green floral bookmark pretty! Parol
Vel Criste says
Such charming gifts Laura!!!! My kind of projects – inexpensive and preeeettty!!! Perfect for spring too with those flowers! 🙂
Linda says
This is so unique and adorable. 🙂
Yes, Anthony, Sarah's longtime boyfriend is graduating from high school this Friday and it will be an emotional time for sure, along with many other friends of theirs. I'll be extra emotional because Sarah will be out there playing in the band during the ceremony and I'll be sitting in the stands knowing that this is a dress rehearsal for next year. <3
Love, Linda
Beth Anne Schwamberger says
Love this!
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Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow says
Pretty!
Ann@A Sentimental Life says
how sweet, anyway to congratulate them with out breaking our budget is great.
Carol says
Very clever and cute, Laura!
Karen says
These are so cute, what a great idea and a really nice gift.
Craftymoose Crafts says
Cute idea!
The Boston Lady says
Yes! And what a great idea! Ann
Debbie says
I really, really like this idea. I love the idea of using the elastics no matter what you figure out to clip on them. Wonderful, and I am so glad you shared. This is the kind of stuff I love.
Pinning!
Laura Turner says
These are SO pretty! And who doesn't need a quick and inexpensive gift that has such appeal! Bravo!
Laura from Sunday View