Materials Needed:

• Small piece of leather (about 2 inches by 6 inches)
• Ruler
• Pencil or pen for marking
• Scissors or leather cutter
• Hole punch (optional)
• Leather stamps or tools (optional)
• Mallet or hammer (for stamping)
• String or leather cord (optional for decoration)
• Safety glasses (if using tools)

Instructions:

1. Use the ruler to measure a rectangle on the leather, about 2 inches wide and 6 inches long.
2. Mark the shape lightly with a pencil or pen.
3. Cut along the lines using scissors or a leather cutter. Get adult help if needed.
4. If you want to add a hole at the top for a string or cord, use a hole punch to make one.
5. Decorate the bookmark using leather stamps or tools. Use a mallet or hammer to press the stamp into the leather.
6. If you punched a hole, tie a short piece of string or cord through it.

Notes:

• Always have an adult help when cutting or using tools.
• Wear safety glasses if using a mallet or hole punch.
• You can round the corners or cut a triangle at the bottom to change the shape.
• If leather is not available, try craft foam or heavy felt as a substitute.

For more information, see https://scoutermom.com/804/leather-bookmark/