finish bookmarks

[hammerheader82]

I'm making bookmarks for wifey, and want to finish with oil
I'm confused, which type of oil is best for this?

how do I make sure that it will not damage a page of a book by bleeding onto it? wifey wouldn't like that
TIA for all your advice

 

[American0]

oh no! don't use any kind of an oil finish, it will stain the pages if left in the book. I would either leave the piece natural or use a hard film finish, like poly or lacquer.

 

[Alan]

Agree with @American0. I’d avoid oil finishes entirely for bookmarks since they can transfer to pages over time. A thin film finish like wipe-on poly or lacquer, fully cured, is the safest option. I'm not sure if you already figured it out since there's no update yet.