amberblissthis As we start the new year, I am resolving to be more intentional with my time. That means more time invested in the things that I have always loved. Reading was probably my first love, and I have definitely drifted away from it. I still devour books ravenously, but mostly via audio. I want to return to the passion I felt for holding a book in my hands and being captivated by the world I find within its pages. Therefore, a beautiful bookmark is just what I need to inspire a more bookish year ahead!
The Ventanitas Collection expands with this awesome accessory to mark you spot–if you can bear to put down your book, that is! In under 30 minutes, you can crochet this bookmark and maybe even a few extras if you’re like me and are committed to more than 1 book at a time! If you haven’t already seen the other Ventanitas patterns, you’ll find links to them at the end of this post! Be sure to scroll all the way down.
While this is the perfect item to quickly make for yourself, consider making these as gifts too. In 30 minutes or less, you can have a lovely handmade gift to accompany a store-bought book or journal. To date, I’ve ONLY made 16–and given away most of those. I will be making another one JUST FOR ME in my favorite color.
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I’m really happy to be part of the 2026 GIFT TO MYSELF Crochet Along hosted by Marie, the Underground Crafter! There will be 21 free patterns released as well as prizes. If you are interested in joining the crochet along, keep reading for all the need-to-know information!
How To Join the 2026 Gift to Myself CAL
- Sign up for Crochet Along updates and the Underground Crafter newsletter to get regular updates, including an email as each CAL pattern is released, or visit the main CAL page to get links to each pattern as it goes live.
- You can join in by crocheting the patterns as you have time.
- Share your progress and post pictures of your finished projects. Tag your projects and posts #gifttomyselfcal and #undergroundcrafter on all social media.
- If you’d like to chat with other crocheters, join the Underground Crafters Facebook group or visit this thread in the Underground Crafters Ravelry group.
- By the end of the CAL, you’ll have up to 21 awesome projects for YOU! Do some “selfish” crocheting by making gifts for you with us!
Visit Underground Crafter to learn more about the prizes, enter the end-of-CAL giveaway, and to get links to each Gift to Myself CAL pattern as it is released.
Crochet Bookmark Important Information
Skill Level – Easy
Abbreviations & Stitch Key
- BLO = back loop only
- dcCL = double crochet cluster
- ch(s) = chain(s)
- dc = double crochet
- lp(s) = loop(s)
- RS = right side
- sc = single crochet
- sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
- sp = space
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- WS = wrong side
- yo = yarn over
Special Stitch Instructions
dcCL = [Yo, insert hook into st, yo, pull up lp, yo, pull through 2 lps] 2 times, yo, pull through 3 lps on hook.
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Materials
- Curio 3 from We Crochet – 100% Mercerized Cotton Thread, 295 yards / 100 g per ball
- 3mm hook
- Tapestry needle
- Blocking Mat
- Plastic wrap or wax paper
- Blocking pins or straight pins
- Scissors
- Spray bottle with water or stiffening spray
- 2 inch square of cardboard
Notes
- All directions are written in US Crochet Terms.
- Directions in brackets [ ] are to be worked the total number of times written in the pattern.
- Odd numbered rows are RS; even numbered rows are WS.
- Ch 2, dc at the beginning of rows counts as one dcCL.
- Ch 1 at beginning of rows/round does not count as a st.
- Pattern is worked lengthwise in rows. Then 1 round is worked around the entirety of the bookmark.
- St repeat is multiples of 3 + 2 for the beginning ch, and 3 + 1 for the pattern repeat. Use this if you wish to add or subtract length to bookmark.
- This video may help if you haven’t made a tassel before.
Finished Size & Yardage
Gauge is not essential for this project, and finished size will depend on yarn and hooks chosen.
Finished size of samples using 15 yards of Curio 3: 5 3/4” x 1 3/8”
Yarn & Hook Alternatives
This pattern will easily work with a variety of yarn and hook sizes. It is perfect to use up yarn scraps. Be creative and try out yarn you have on hand!
Bookmark Crochet Instructions
Ch 35.
Row 1: (RS) Working in back bump, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each across – 34 sc.
Row 2: (WS) Ch 2, turn, dc in same st (counts as dcCL throughout), [ch 2, sk 2, dcCL] 11 times across – 12 dcCL, 11 ch sp.
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc, [2sc in ch-2 sp, sc] 11 times across – 34 sc.
Rows 4-5: Repeat Rows 2 & 3.
Do not fasten off, continue to Final Round.
Final Round
Round 1: (RS) [Ch 1, working across the short end, place 7 scs evenly across, ch 1, working down the long side sl st BLO 34] 2 times, sl st to first ch to join.
Fasten off, and weave in ends.
Blocking
Spray lightly with water or stiffening spray. Straighten edges and pin to blocking board. If you use stiffening spray, protect your blocking board with wax paper or plastic wrap. Let the bookmark dry.
Use the video linked below if blocking is a new concept to you.
Tassel
- Cut a 10″ length of matching or contrasting thread. Set aside.
- Wrap thread around a 2″ piece of cardboard 20-25 times.
- Cut one end of the wrapped threads. (This is your tassel.)
- Tie a knot around the tassel with the ends of the 10″ length of thread.
- With another length of thread and needle, wrap tightly around the tassel, hiding the knotted ends. Hide the ends by weaving through the tassel and cut thread.
- Trim tassel ends.
- Attach tassel to center sc on short end of bookmark.
Use the video linked below if you need help making your bookmark tassel.
Tester Showcase
Kami brought her A-game as usual and gave great feedback. You’ll notice that she made this bookmark her own and added a sc edging all the way around the bookmark which makes it just a tad wider. You can adjust the pattern to your liking as well!
Do you love the Ventanitas pattern? Check out these other patterns in the Ventanitas Collection!
Ventanitas Bow
This bow is so cute and sweet! it works up quickly and is the perfect addition to a package, a wine (or sparkling cider) gift, a hair clip, or just as everyday decor!
Ventanitas Evergreen
This adorable little tree is just perfect as an ornament or an earring! It’s another QUICK pattern that makes a great ornament for your Christmas tree, addition for a bunting/garland, or awesome earring to wear during the holidays!
Ventanitas Top
The very first piece in the Ventanitas Collection is the Ventanitas Top. I absolutely love how perfectly square the little windows are! I hope you’ll check out this beginner-friendly garment pattern!
Coming Soon…The Ventanitas Heart! Be sure to subscribe to my newsletter so that you’ll be the first to know about this next release!
Love reading? Here are more bookmark patterns I think you’ll love!
Granny Square Ruffle Bookmark Pattern
This pattern is a fun and quick make. The border is the real stunner around this traditional granny square!
Just One More Page Bookmark
Easy to crochet and fun to learn changing directions with your crochet and decreasing stitches.
