Imagine every time you close your book, a tiny cup of tea is left holding your spot.

These teacup felt bookmarks turn reading into a teatime ritual, stitched with care and personality.

Each pattern and fabric tells its own story such as polka dots, stripes, or plaid making your reading corner feel like a cozy café.

Materials Needed

• Felt sheets in assorted colors/patterns (5”×5” each)
• Embroidery thread (matching and contrasting colors)
• Sewing needle
• Scissors
• Small piece of cotton stuffing or fabric scraps
• String or yarn (10-12” length per bookmark)
• Fabric glue (optional)
• Paper teabag template (2”×2.5”)

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Cut out teacup shapes from patterned felt (about 3” wide) and matching plain felt for backing.

Step 2: Place the two pieces together and stitch around the edges using blanket stitch, leaving the top open to tuck in a little felt “tea.”

Step 3: Cut a small teabag shape from felt, stuff lightly, and stitch closed. Then add a tiny cross-stitch or heart for detail.

Step 4: Attach the teabag to the teacup using string or yarn, securing both ends with stitches.

Step 5: Add any extra touches like buttons, beads, or embroidery to personalize your cups.

Tips:

If you want sturdier bookmarks, slip a piece of cardstock between the felt layers before stitching.

You can also match fabric patterns to someone’s favorite mug for a sweet, personal gift.