Knitted bookmarks are lovely to behold. They can be as simple or as complex as preferred, so both beginners and experienced knitters can enjoy making them. They are also a great project to use up yarn scraps!
This page is full of free knit bookmark patterns and tutorials. The variety below is amazing!
The lacey bookmarks remind me of bookmarks my grandmother had when I was young. She was an avid reader and had beautiful knit bookmarks to mark her place in her books.
She had a special old Bible that she read, and the Heart Crosses bookmarks would be perfect for use in a Bible. It is lovely, though a bit tricky. If you are an experienced knitter, this is one that may challenge you!
Materials Needed to Knit Bookmarks
- Yarn: A light to medium-weight yarn like cotton or acrylic works best for bookmarks. Bulky yarns should be avoided since they are too thick to be used between book pages.
- Knitting Needles: Smaller needles are great for tighter stitches, which will help the bookmark stay flat.
- Scissors: These are needed for trimming ends.
- Tapestry Needle: This needle is useful for weaving in yarn ends.
- Optional Decorations: Beads, tassels, or embroidery can be added for a personal touch.
Types of Stitches and Patterns Used
A wide range of stitches are found in the knitted bookmarks below. As a general rule, these are the stitches as they range in difficulty.
Beginner:
Garter stitch: This is the simplest stitch, creating a neat, slightly textured look. Every row is simply knitted with this basic stitch.
Stockinette stitch: Alternate between knitting and purling rows. This gives a smoother look but tends to curl at the edges. A border may be necessary for this.
Intermediate
Ribbing: Alternating knit and purl stitches will create a stretchy, flexible bookmark.
Lace patterns: By using lightweight yarn and lace stitches, delicate and intricate designs can be made. Find many lacey patterns below.
Cables: Small cable patterns can add an elegant twist to a bookmark. Look for the cable knit pattern below.
Advanced
Colorwork: Stripes or other changes in colors make beautiful and interesting bookmarks. The pencil bookmark below has several color changes.
Custom motifs: There are several patterns with hearts that are knit into the designs.
Shaping: There are patterns below that advanced knitters would enjoy, where they can create bookmarks in shapes like hearts, frogs, bookworms, and a library mouse.
Patterns for crochet bookmarks can also be found on the site.
Scroll down the page to find a wonderful and eclectic variety of knitted bookmarks. They make great gifts, too. You will be surprised to see what we’ve gathered up!
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This free bookmark knitting pattern uses an easy lace pattern so it's a great way for a beginner to try your hand at lace work.
Knitting On The Net
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This beginner knitting bookmark pattern features a simple heart design. The main pattern is a simple two row stockinette stitch repeat with a border of seed stitches. Gift this handmade bookmark.
Christa Co Design
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This video and photo tutorial will show you how to make a spool knitter flower bookmark.
Needlepointers.com
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This bird bookmark pattern is knitted flat in one piece using the simple garter stitch and then stuffed. A ribbon is attached to the bird so you can hold your place in a book.
by Claire Garland on Ravelry
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This page has a trio of free knit bookmark patterns including a basic garter stitch pattern and two more advanced openwork patterns.
Magan Goodacre
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Wizardry Fans! This is a great quick knit bookmark and it makes a nice gift too.
By Kristina Gill at Ravelry
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Knit a cat-shaped bookmark for all your cat loving friends! The long, floppy body marks the page with a cute head sticking out. It's adorable!
Knitty
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This quick free knitting pattern is perfect for using up scrap yarn and creating a cherished cable knit bookmark.
Handy Little Me
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Earmark pages with this homemade knit corner bookmark.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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The Crayon Bookmark measures about 26 cm (10.2 inches). All pieces of the bookmark are knitted flat.
Twins' Knitting Pattern Minishop
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This cheerful fun knitted crayon bookmark is a fun knitting project. Kids will love them.
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Two Knit Cross Bookmarks! These two free cross bookmark patterns are both easy to make and take very little time.
by Tat'sgrans Treasures at Ravelry
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This simple bookmark pattern is suitable for knitting beginners and perfect for an easy knitting pattern to complete in an afternoon.
Nimble Needles
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Knit a bookmark that combines lace, beads and twists into a super attractive bookmark.
Let's Knit Together
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This is a quick, fun pattern for some knitted feathers. You can use any leftover yarn making them eco-friendly. Patterns for two sizes are given and the finished feathers can be used as bookmarks, decorations, pet toys and embellishments.
by Frankie Brown on Ravelry
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With less than 50 yards of fingering weight yarn and this free knit pattern, you can make a flourish artwork bookmark.
by Nina Casey at Ravelry
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This knit bookmark pattern uses slipped stitches and easy cables, together with eyelets.
Brileyknits
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This frog is knitted in the rounds, starting at the body's bottom. The eyes, arms and legs are knitted separately and sewn on. It can be used as a toy or bookmark.
Stan's Critters Etc.
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This is a super quick bookmark knit pattern that you can make using a small amount of leftover yarn. It would make an adorable Valentine's Day gift.
by Anita Grahn on Ravelry
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Here is a lovely bookmark pattern to knit.
Scenery Changes
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A piece of knitting magic! These bookscarves are a great introduction to double knitting for those wanting to learn the technique.
Spinning Instead
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Keep your journal or notebook secure with an easy, quick-to-knit band with a built-in pen pocket. Download the free pattern.
By Still Life With Knitting at Ravelry
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This free knit heart pattern stitches up quickly and can be made as a heart bookmark, heart key ring or also as an adorable heart garland.
Red Ted Art
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This free bookmark pattern has a somewhat Scandi-style design featuring a tree. It is perfect for stocking stuffers or to add a personal touch to a book gift.
The Knit Guru
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This little bookworm can be knit with leftover yarn from other projects. Get Yarn Scrap Buster!
Knitting-and.com
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This free bookmark pattern has a pretty triangular, lacy design.
Learn Knitting Stitches
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This lace bookmark uses a variety of knitted lace stitches and makes a quick gift item for any book lover.
Piecework Magazine
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This cool fun knitted mouse bookmarker is a fun knitting project.
DROPS Designs
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Here is a cute bookmark for kids! It's a way to promote a love of reading.
Tess Young Designs
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Here’s a quick Star Spangled Bookmark free project pattern. It only takes a small amount of sock yarn, and could easily be knit in an hour.
by Faith Schmidt at Ravelry
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These bookmarks are the perfect quick stash-dive pattern to knock out a crocheted or knitted bookmark with a button and elastic tie.
Affiliate Link to Jimmy Beans Wool
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You could knit this simple and easy bookmark pattern for yourself or as a gift for Valentine’s Day.
Natural Suburbia
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Inspired by the tradition of pressing flowers between book pages, get this free pattern to make these beautiful flower bookmarks which make a lovely gift for any reader.
Willow Yarns
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This yarn ball bookmark starts with a knitted i-cord but requires a few other craft supplies. This design can also be used as a brooch or pin!
By Donna Herron on Hubpages
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