Tutorial | Origami Corner Bookmark

If you’re a fan of origami and love finding practical ways to incorporate it into your daily life, this tutorial is perfect for you! Over on the Pane, Amore et Creativa blog, there’s a fantastic step-by-step guide on how to use origami to make a cute and functional page corner bookmark. This little project is a great way to add a personal touch to your reading material, and it’s surprisingly simple to make with just a few folds of paper!

While the instructions are in Italian, don’t let that stop you—there are plenty of detailed step-by-step photos to guide you along the way, making it easy to follow even if you don’t speak the language. The visual cues in the tutorial will ensure that you can create this clever little bookmark in no time at all.

The beauty of this project lies in its simplicity. With just a square of paper, you can fold it into a corner bookmark that fits perfectly over the corner of your book page. Not only does this make it easy to find your spot in your book, but the origami design adds a unique and decorative flair. You can even customize your bookmark with fun patterned paper to match your personal style or the theme of your current reading.

Origami bookmarks like these are also a fantastic gift idea. Imagine gifting a beautifully folded corner bookmark to a book lover, paired with a favorite book! It’s a thoughtful, handmade touch that can make any reading experience feel a little more special.

This project is great for all skill levels, whether you’re a seasoned origami expert or just starting out. And since the materials needed are minimal—just a square piece of paper—you can easily whip up a batch of these bookmarks to give as gifts, or make a few for yourself to brighten up your reading time.

If you’re ready to give it a try, head over to Pane, Amore et Creativa to check out the full tutorial. It’s a fun and easy way to add some origami magic to your bookshelves! Happy folding! The instructions are in Italian, but it should be easy to follow along with the detailed step by step photos. Click here to go to the tutorial

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There comes a point in life — usually somewhere between school drop-offs, aging parents, work deadlines, and wondering what’s for dinner again — where “self-care” stops being trendy and starts being necessary.

And no, I don’t mean booking a luxury spa weekend (although if that happens, I’m not saying no). I mean the quiet kind of self-care. The kind you pencil into the margins of your planner. The kind that says:

Early night.
Drink water.
Cancel plans.
Rest.

For instant peel-and-stick results, use printable sticker paper. Just print, cut, and add directly to your journal or planner — no glue, no mess.

That’s exactly why I created these Self Care Printable Stickers for Journals and Planners — gentle reminders you can print at home, cut in one sitting, and keep tucked in a little envelope ready to add to your pages whenever life feels full.

These mini self-care journal stickers are perfect for A6 planners, Hobonichi Weeks, ring planners, bullet journals, and gratitude diaries.

What’s Included in the Self Care Sticker Sheets?

This printable series includes:

Gentle Reminder Word Stickers

Slim labels designed to tuck beside your handwriting:

Rest
Breathe
Slow Down
Drink Water
Early Night
Me Time
Digital Detox
Reset
Pause
Gentle Day
No Is Enough

These are small, mini planner-friendly, and easy to add without overwhelming your layout.

Cozy Self Care Icons

Soft watercolor mini illustrations including:

Water bottles
Meditation poses
Bath tubs
Candles
Herbal tea mugs
Cozy blankets
Books
Skincare bottles
Plants
Slippers

They’re subtle, calm, and designed for women who love journaling but don’t want anything loud or “fitness bro” inspired. Just gentle, grown-up self-care.

Emotional Check-In Quotes

These are some of my favorites because they feel real:

You are worthy of rest
It’s okay to recharge
Boundaries are healthy
Choose yourself
Progress over perfection
Give yourself grace
Quiet Evening
Cancelled Plans

These pair beautifully with gratitude logs and weekly reflections.

How to Print Your Self Care Stickers

Printing these is simple and budget-friendly.

Step 1: Use good quality paper.
For a sticker feel, use matte sticker paper. For journaling on a budget, plain white paper works perfectly.

Step 2: Set your printer to high quality.
These are watercolor-style designs, so high print quality keeps the colors soft and crisp.

Step 3: Keep the background white.
All sheets are designed with a pure white background so they print cleanly and don’t waste ink.

How to Cut and Store Your Mini Stickers

Here’s my favorite little routine:

Print the sheet
Put the kettle on
Sit down with scissors
Cut everything in one go

Each sticker has a clear dashed cut line, so they’re easy to trim neatly.

Then I pop them into:

A small zip pouch
An envelope inside my planner
Or a little tin in my craft drawer

That way they’re ready when I’m planning my week.

How to Use Self Care Stickers in Your Planner

These stickers aren’t meant to fill every square. They’re meant to support your day.

Here are some easy ways to use them:

In Weekly Spreads

Add “Gentle Day” on a packed Thursday.
Stick “Early Night” next to a long Wednesday.

In Gratitude Journals

Place a small candle or tea mug sticker next to an entry about quiet time.

In Mood Tracking Pages

Use “Low Energy” or “Reset” as visual markers.

In Daily Logs

Write your plans, then add:

A water bottle next to hydration goals
A meditation icon beside morning routine
A bath sticker on a Sunday

Just a tiny visual cue makes it feel intentional.

Why Self Care Stickers Work So Well in Journaling

Because when it’s written down, it feels valid.

A sticker that says “You are allowed to say no” on a Tuesday when you cancel dinner plans? That’s not decoration. That’s reinforcement.

For many of us — especially in our 40s, 50s and beyond — self-care isn’t indulgence. It’s maintenance. It’s energy management. It’s protecting our peace.

And sometimes, it starts with something as small as a little watercolor sticker that says: