Bookmarks are one of my favorite small sublimation projects. The blanks are cheap, they press in seconds, and every reader you know can use one.
They’re easy to mail, too, so they make great add-ons for an online shop.
I rounded up 14 sublimation bookmark ideas, starting with cozy book lover designs, then florals and animals, and finishing with faith and Christmas bookmarks. Each one comes with the file.
Tip: Want to add a reader’s name to a bookmark? Try a few name styles first with our free Cricut Font Previewer.
Sublimation Bookmark Blanks
Here’s what to look for:
- Aluminum bookmarks: thin, glossy and the brightest option. Most are about 2 x 6 inches with a hole for a tassel.
- MDF or hardboard bookmarks: a little thicker, with a white coated face. Some are coated on both sides.
- PU leather bookmarks: soft and flexible, with a warm, rustic look.
- Tassels: add a tassel or ribbon through the hole to finish them off.
Most bookmark designs are made at 2 x 6 inches. Check your blank size before you print.
Tips for Pressing Sublimation Bookmarks
Peel off the protective film, then tape the print face down so it can’t shift. Press several bookmarks at once on one sheet to save paper and ink.
Lay the bookmarks flat under a heavy book while they cool, so they don’t curl. Add the tassels once they’re completely cool.
14 Sublimation Bookmark Ideas
Here are my favorite bookmark designs, starting with cozy book lover designs, then florals and animals, and finishing with faith and Christmas bookmarks.
1. Vintage Bookshelf Bookmarks
Most Popular Bookmark File
Four tall bookshelves packed with old books, teacups and trailing plants.
With almost 700 favorites, it’s the most popular file in this list by far. Every book lover wants a tiny library to keep their page.
2. Whimsical Library Bookmarks
Coziest Book Lover Design
Four cozy library scenes with a spiral staircase, arched windows and glowing lamps.
The warm wood tones look lovely on an aluminum bookmark. Pair it with the bookshelf set for a book club gift.
3. Sorry, I’m Booked Tonight Reading Tracker
Best Reading Tracker
“Sorry, I’m booked tonight” in bright letters, with a library card style reading log down the side.
Readers can jot down the books they finish. It’s a fun pick for a reading challenge or a library fundraiser.
4. Watercolor Wildflower Bookmarks
Prettiest Floral Set
Five soft watercolor meadows in pink, orange and lilac, plus one pretty black and white version.
Light floral designs press beautifully on white blanks. Make a set for Mother’s Day or a garden club.
5. Purple Iris Bookmarks
Best Watercolor Bookmark
Tall purple flowers painted in soft watercolor, in four slightly different designs.
Purple is a favorite color for so many readers. Add a lilac tassel and it’s ready to gift.
6. Dragonfly and Orange Rose Bookmarks
Best Fall Colors
Blue and orange dragonflies with orange roses and golden wheat.
The warm oranges are perfect for autumn reading. Slip one into a book as a Thanksgiving hostess gift.
7. Vintage Bee Bookmarks
Best for Garden Lovers
Five vintage bee designs with sunflowers, daisies and honeycomb.
Bees and sunflowers are a happy combo for gardeners and beekeepers. Bundle it with a jar of local honey.
8. Glowing Fantasy Flower Bookmarks
Most Magical Floral
Four dramatic designs with glowing pink and cream flowers on dark backgrounds.
Dark backgrounds make the colors really pop. They’re great for fantasy and romance readers.
9. Vintage Woodland Animal Bookmarks
Best Animal Bookmarks
A fox, a rabbit, a deer and a leopard framed by cream vintage flowers.
The soft, antique look feels like an old storybook. With 160 favorites, it’s a real crowd pleaser.
10. Frog Friends Bookmarks
Cutest Bookmark
Pairs of little green frogs sitting by a pond under pink blossoms.
Frogs are a big trend with teens and young readers. These make sweet party favors for a book-themed birthday.
11. Under the Sea Bookmarks
Most Colorful Bookmark
Bright coral reefs full of tropical fish in deep blue water.
The colors are bold enough to spot in any bag. Kids who love the ocean will be thrilled with these.
12. Outer Space Bookmarks
Best for Space Lovers
Planets, glowing suns and a ringed planet floating in deep space.
They’re perfect for science fiction fans and science teachers. Press a set for a classroom reading reward.
13. Bible Verse Bookmarks
Best Faith Bookmark
Watercolor flowers with three verses: “Peace I leave with you,” “Be still and know that I am God” and “Do not worry about tomorrow.”
Slip one into a new Bible for a baptism, confirmation or Sunday school gift.
14. Gold Christmas Bookmarks
Best Christmas Bookmark
A set of 10 cream and gold Christmas bookmarks with a snowman, a tree, candles and a deer.
Bookmarks make easy stocking stuffers for readers. With over 170 favorites, this set is a holiday hit.
Sublimation Bookmark FAQs
What size is a sublimation bookmark?
Most sublimation bookmarks are about 2 x 6 inches. Some aluminum blanks are a little narrower, so measure yours first.
Can you sublimate both sides of a bookmark?
Yes, if the blank is coated on both sides. Press one side, let it cool, then press the other side.
Do I need to mirror bookmark designs?
Yes. Mirror your design before printing so any words read the right way on the finished bookmark.
Can I print these designs on paper instead?
Yes. These PNG files also work as printable bookmarks. Print them on cardstock and laminate them for a quick, low-cost version.
