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Elastic Bookmark Sewing Pattern
The Elastic Bookmark is a beginner sewing pattern in 2 sizes, Paperback and Hardcover. It takes about 10 minutes in 5 written steps. It is in the Sewzy iPhone app with every size included. Print it as a letter-size PDF or an A0 copy-shop file.
Updated October 11, 2026
- Level
- Beginner
- Time
- About 10 min
- Sizes
- 2
- Steps
- 5
The Elastic Bookmark pattern comes in 2 sizes, Paperback and Hardcover. It is a beginner project that takes about 10 min, in 5 steps. Best fabrics: quilting cotton scraps, linen, cork or faux leather for the outer; stiff fusible interfacing (Peltex / Decovil) or a sew-in card so the pocket keeps its shape.
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Sizes and fabric
| Size | Finished size and details |
|---|---|
| Paperback | 3.5 x 5 in, 15 in |
| Hardcover | 4 x 6 in, 19 in |
Custom: elastic = (cover height x 2) + spine + 1 in, minus 2 in for stretch.
Quilting cotton scraps, linen, cork or faux leather for the outer; stiff fusible interfacing (Peltex / Decovil) or a sew-in card so the pocket keeps its shape.
You also need
- ¾ in fold-over or knit elastic, joined into a loop
Pattern pieces
Seam allowance: ¼ in (6 mm) included.
The steps
The written guide in the app takes you through 5 steps, one at a time.
- Cut
- Front pocket
- Elastic
- Sew and turn
- Use
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Questions about the Elastic Bookmark
How much fabric does the Elastic Bookmark need?
Best fabrics: quilting cotton scraps, linen, cork or faux leather for the outer; stiff fusible interfacing (Peltex / Decovil) or a sew-in card so the pocket keeps its shape. Exact amounts for each size are in the guide inside the Sewzy app.
Which sizes does the Elastic Bookmark come in?
It comes in 2 sizes, Paperback and Hardcover. The size table on this page lists what each size fits.
How long does the Elastic Bookmark take to sew?
About 10 minutes. It is rated beginner, and the written guide in the app has 5 steps.
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