Let’s Paint bookmarks
 On this page you’ll find instructions on how to get started painting bookmarks. You’ll need your watercolors; 2” strips of paper cut from your watercolor pad; your brushes; masking tape; paper towels and water. Follow along with the instructions, and try not to judge your results – just enjoy playing with color. Make sure to let your bookmark dry before peeling away the tape. We suggest you keep your HOPE Kit close by and use it every day.
When asked, “Why paint bookmarks?” our daughter Jeanette would give several reasons:
- Bookmarks are quick and easy to paint. Some bookmarks take just five minutes to complete.
- The actual painting doesn’t take any special artistic training or talent.
- And, bookmarks make great gifts for friends and caregivers. The more bookmarks you give away, the more people will be thinking of you.
- Most important, the time spent painting bookmarks is relaxing and stress relieving. Patients who paint bookmarks often say anxiety about their illness diminishes. And, as Jeanette often experienced while painting, there can be a reduction in pain.
We hope you will allow your creative spirit to reemerge so that you can be a kid again.
See and print full-sized instructions for painting a bookmark. |
