Custom Bookmarks
A bookmark is the rare printed item that people actually keep. It sits in a book for weeks, moves to the next book, and stays in a drawer for years after that. Almost nothing else we print survives that long in somebody's daily life. We produce a lot of bookmark work at ZEE Packaging and that longevity is exactly what makes them worth doing properly.
They Stay In Use For Years
A bookmark keeps working long after it was handed over.
- It lives inside a book rather than in a bin
- Readers move it between titles rather than replacing it
- Every use puts your name in front of them again
- Bookstores, libraries and publishers all give them away
- Authors sign them at events, which adds keepsake value
- Cost per impression is remarkably low over time
Most brands ordering a bookmark are surprised by how long people hold onto them.
Thin Card Bends And Stays Bent
Caliper matters more here than people assume.
- A flimsy bookmark creases inside a closed book
- 14pt is the practical floor for anything reusable
- Laminated stock resists bending considerably better
- Rounded corners survive far longer than square ones
- A tassel hole needs reinforcement or it tears
- Uncoated stock feels lovely and marks quickly
- Standard rectangle the everyday bookmark
- With a tassel a ribbon or cord through a punched hole
- Magnetic fold over clipping onto the page itself
- Die cut shape following an outline or a character
- Corner bookmark slipping over the page corner
- Perforated tear off attached to a flyer or a card
Sizes We Print Regular
Every bookmark is built to your preference, though these run often:
- 2" x 6" for the standard format
- 2" x 7" for a slightly longer version
- 1.5" x 5" for a slim bookmark
- 2.5" x 8" for a larger promotional piece
- 2" x 6" folded for a magnetic version
- Custom shapes cut to your outline
Stock And Print
- 14pt to 24pt card stock depending on the durability needed
- Matte or gloss lamination, which extends the life considerably
- Uncoated stock for a natural, tactile feel
- Kraft board where a handmade position suits the brand
- Foil stamping, which sits beautifully on a narrow panel
- Spot UV for contrast over a matte surface
Print both sides. A bookmark gets flipped constantly, so leaving one face blank wastes half the surface you are paying for.
Materials Worth Choosing
- Recycled card stock, widely available in most grades
- FSC certified paper, certificate available on request
- Soy based ink through the whole run
- Uncoated stock, which recycles cleanly with no film
- Seed paper versions, which can be planted afterward
- Right sizing so no board is wasted in the cut
The Way We Handle Your Order
- 100 unit minimum, so a single author or store can order
- Free proof before anything prints
- Free artwork setup by our own designer
- Physical sample on request to check the caliper feel
- Urgent turnaround at 5 to 8 business days
- Free shipping worldwide with nothing hidden
Frequently Asked Questions
Which caliper should we choose?
14pt as a minimum for anything reusable. 24pt feels considerably more substantial and survives years of use.
Will it bend in a book?
Thin unlaminated card will. Lamination and a heavier caliper together prevent it almost entirely.
Can you add a tassel?
Yes, through a punched and reinforced hole. Ribbon, cord and silk tassels are all available.
Should we print both sides?
We would say yes. Bookmarks get flipped constantly, so a blank back is a wasted surface.
Do rounded corners help?
They do. Square corners are the first thing to bend and fray inside a closed book.
Can you cut a custom shape?
We do, following any outline. There is a small one off tooling cost for a shaped die.
How much is a bookmark?
Rough estimate is $0.03 to $0.10 per unit on 14pt stock, $0.06 to $0.18 laminated and $0.12 to $0.30 with foil or a tassel at moderate quantity. Volume moves it. Shipping is included in our price. This is estimate only, so ask our team for a exact quote.
