The One That Glowed - Bookmark

Like a jellyfish shining quietly in the depths, this bookmark reflects the beauty of light that comes from within. Handmade on recycled cardstock, it pairs luminous ocean artwork with an original short story, turning The One That Glowed into a meaningful accessory that blends art, eco-friendly design, and bookish charm.

Product Details

You choose 
Option One: 1 bookmark (No sleeves or tassels)
Option Two: 1 Bookmark, 1 reusable sleeve, 1 tassel (assorted colors)

• Dimensions: 2" x 6"
• Original artwork was created with watercolor, gouache, and ink
• Printed in small batches using vibrant pigment-based inks
• Ships with 100% recycled, reused, or reclaimed materials
• Origin: Paper made in U.S.A,  printed in U.S.A., sleeve and tassel made in China

About the Paper

• Finish: Matte
• Sustainability Notes:
• Heavy metal and chlorine free
• 100% recycled
• recyclable
• biodegradable
• Made with renewable hydroelectric power (not energy credits)

About the Artist

Shannon Marie strives to capture real, beautiful, every day moments printed with the earth in mind. Every piece has an original story created to go with it. The story acts as a reminder to slow down and enjoy the small day-to-day moments. It is her hope, when you look at this bookmark, you will be encouraged to do just that, and that you will have peace of mind, knowing it was made in an eco-friendly manner.

Story

In a sea of sameness, something glowed.

The other creatures moved in patterns — swift, silver, hidden — as if the only way to survive was to disappear. But this one had never been good at disappearing. Not because it tried to stand out, but because light simply followed where it drifted.

It didn’t ask for attention. Didn’t chase it. It just moved the way it was made to move, with a rhythm soft as breath and bright as wonder.

Some watched from a distance, unsure what to make of it. Others swam close for a while, comforted by the quiet glow. But even when the deep grew lonely, the light never faded.

Because this glow didn’t come from the sea around it.
It came from within.

“Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.”
— Maya Angelou