Keep your place with this pretty lace crochet bookmark pattern … this bookmark has such a beautiful texture and gives an elegant outcome for a super quick and easy project. They make great gifts and are especially perfect for giving as gifts (think book club or Bible study!).
Pretty Lace Bookmark Pattern
Here’s what you will need:
- size 10 crochet thread (or other thin yarn such as embroidery thread, fingering weight yarn, lightweight cotton yarn)
- 2 mm steel crochet hook
- ¼ in. (6.35 mm) wide ribbon, approx. 26 in. length
- sewing or yarn needle and scissors
This free pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms and abbreviations. Stitch counts are provided at the end of each round to help you keep on track.
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
Abbreviations:
Ch – chain stitch
sc – single crochet
rep – repeat
Sl st – slip stitch
ch-sp – chain space
dc – double crochet
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Skill Level – Experienced beginner to Advanced
Size: Finished bookmark measures approximately 8¼ in. long × 1½ in. wide, not including ribbon.
Notes: The stitch pattern is worked in joined rounds with right side facing.
Foundation Chain: Ch 63.
Round 1: Work 1 sc in 7th ch from hook, *ch 3, skip next 3 ch, 1 sc in next ch, rep from * 12 more times, ch 3, skip next 3 ch, slip st in last ch — 14 sc and 15 ch-sps.
Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 5 dc in ch-sp below rotating piece to work along opposite side of beginning ch, 1 dc in next sc, *3 dc in next ch-sp, 1 dc in next sc, rep from * 12 more times, 11 dc in last ch sp rotating piece to work along opposite side again, 1 dc in next sc, **3 dc in next ch-sp, 1 dc in next sc, rep from ** 12 more times, work 5 dc in last ch-sp, join in top of beginning ch 3 — 128 sts.
Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 4 dc in same st as join, skip next st, 1 sc in next st, skip next st, *5 dc in next st, skip next st, 1 sc in next st, skip next st, rep from * around piece, join in top of beginning ch 3 — 192 sts.
Fasten off, weave in ends. Block if desired (see my post How to Block Knit and Crochet Items).
Click here to reference Crochet Stitch Chart Symbols.
Adding the Ribbon
Cut a piece of ribbon approximately 26 in. length. Insert one end of the ribbon underneath the first single crochet on one end of the bookmark, leaving equal lengths on both sides. Fold ribbon in half so ends meet. Holding the ends together, weave ribbon over and under the single crochets across bookmark as shown below. When you reach the end, separate ribbon again so one end goes over the top and the other goes underneath the bookmark, make a knot and snip to desired length. Want another variation?
Other Embellishments & Customizations
Add your own special touch for beautiful crochet bookmarks! Here are some ideas to help you customize away to your own personal preference.
- Add a tassel.
- String on some beads.
- Stiffen with fabric stiffener.
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I printed the instructions in PDF but under what you need the materials did not print.
My sister-in-law reads a lot and I thought this would make a nice gift for her.
This is a reply to myself (ha, ha)
I got click happy on the pdf and did not realize I deleted that section…my not paying attention!
Looking for a cross pattern …..
I’m looking for the March dishcloth. Is it ready yet?
It’s out today 🙂 … http://www.petalstopicots.com/2017/03/tunisian-crochet-monthly-dishcloth-crochet-along-march/
Was the shell edging added to this pattern? I don’t see it in the instructions.
The shell edging is done in Round 3
I just made this bookmark & gave it to my friend for her birthday, she loved it! This is such a beautiful bookmark. I’m hoping someone can help me though. I’d like to make another that’s about 2″ shorter but cannot figure out the counts. I’m a self taught relatively new crocheter so if anyone could help me I would greatly appreciate it!
I think it you shorten the chain and omit one of the shell repeats it should be about and inch or so shorter. I would have to sit down and experiment with the pattern.
My granddaughter is having a birthday party this coming weekend and my DIL is going to give out crocheted items I’m making instead of toys. I found your bookmark browsing for headbands and I think I’m repurposing it for one! I think it’s going to look REALLY cute in a little girl’s hair! Thanks SO much for posting the pattern!
Love this bookmark! Now to figure out how to make it from the pattern. I am new to much in the crochet world.
Have a super great crocheting day!
I found this post through a page I follow on Facebook (Flamingo Toes). This is such a cute idea. My neighborhood is starting a book club and I would love to make this for them. Thank you for sharing this project and pattern!
So glad you like it!