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Charming Beaded Book Thongs

Step-by-step directions for personalized bookmarks

by Judi Maddigan
One-of-a-kind beaded bookmarks

Make your own one-of-a-kind beaded book thong, a perfect gift for anyone who reads. Glass beads, charms, and your choice of metal or sterling silver Bali spacers can be combined in endless ways. These personalized bookmarks keep your place without falling out — even when a book is open.

Sample Design Ideas

The examples pictured below will jump-start your imagination. Easy directions follow on the next page.

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Starfish & Turquoise Beads
A clear glass star-shaped bead balances the starfish charm, and irregular lampwork beads suggest water.

Peach Beads & Fairy Charm
Czech teardrop glass beads and a smaller Czech pressed glass heart create a delicate, feminine feeling.

For the Computer Nerd
A metal barrel bead echoes the keyboard of this laptop computer charm.

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Filigree with Glass Beads
Sterling silver Bali spacers, a decorative metal teardrop bead, and filigree bead cap add interest.

For the Wine Connoisseur
A grapes charm mixes well with lavender glass leaves. Tie around the neck of a wine bottle for a hostess gift.

Blue & Green Fairy
A pair of lampwork glass beads provide elegant accents for this fairy bead thong.

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