Methods for forming ceramic matrix composite structures

A method of forming a ceramic matrix composite structure, the method comprising:

• forming a plurality of lamina, the lamina of the plurality comprising a reinforcing phase in a matrix phase comprising a ceramic material;
• positioning the lamina of the plurality adjacent to one another to form a multi-laminar structure;
• and
• selectively bonding adjacent lamina, of the multi-laminar structure, to one another proximate to opposing ends of the multi-laminar structure to form a ceramic matrix composite structure exhibiting, in a region disposed between the opposing ends of the multi-laminar structure, increased flexibility relative to a rigidity exhibited proximate the opposing ends, the region disposed between the opposing ends comprising less inter-laminar bonding of the adjacent lamina than inter-laminar bonding of the adjacent lamina proximate the opposing ends.