The interior is fully lined in a marbled print of reds, oranges and black, matching the colors on the cover. This type of marbled pattern is the same sort used on the end papers of fine books, and this particular design reminds me of flames.
The handles are made with black wooden beads on a gold metal frame, and the purse closes with a vintage leather coat button and grosgrain ribbon loop. When not in use, the handles may be folded inside the purse and you can store it on a bookcase just like a real book. The Book Purses look wonderful stashed among your favorite tomes, and as you collect them, you can have an entire shelf full of purses! You can even store valuables inside them on your shelf, to keep them hidden.
There is a narrow pocket inside perfect for a slim phone or wallet, and the spine is reinforced for durability. While the purses are not fragile, and are certainly more durable than the original books they are made from, care should be taken with them. If you treat your Book Purse like you would treat a treasured old book, you will be able to enjoy it for years and years to come.
The dimensions are approximately 9 1/4" long, 1 3/4" wide, 6" tall, and the handles are 6" wide by 4" tall. The longer the book, the wider the purse, so this one is a nice size for carrying your necessities on a special night out.
This would be a great purse for any lover of classic English Literature, an English teacher, librarian, historian, or aristocracy in hiding.
Bibliophiles, don't fret! All of my wallets and purses are made from damaged or discarded books, 90% were being thrown out by libraries. All care is taken to never use valuable or rare books. Have a favorite book that is falling apart? Send it to me and I will turn it into a one of a kind purse or wallet for you! Contact me through Alchemy http://www.etsy.com/shop_alchemy.php?user_id=5042309 or email me at cphillips [!at] rebound-designs.com
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