December 2, 2011

12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas for Book Lovers Day 2: RokkiHandBags Book Purse & Giveaway

Day 2 brings another great gift idea that combines two of my favorite things - books and fashion. A handmade book purse is the perfect gift idea for any woman, especially a teen that is looking for a way to stand out among her friends. Who else is going to have a purse made especially for them out of their favorite book?

I'd never seen these before this year but I'm in love with them now and know I would love to get one as a gift (hint, hint), especially one of the many gorgeous designs from RokkiHandbags. Here are just a few of the designs available in her Etsy shop.




One lucky reader will be the winner of this beautiful handcrafted purse made from"Homeland" by John Jakes.


Not only is it beautiful, it’s good sized, too, with a colorful floral print lining and pockets to keep you organized. An acrylic sealant helps protect this repurposed book from further wear and tear, and the spine has been reinforced, making it a sturdy and practical handbag that shows off your love for the written word!

Additional Details:
• Measures 6 by 9-1/2 by 3 inches deep
• Two credit card pockets and one larger pocket.
• Black, leather-like handles.
• Button and elastic loop closure.

Every Rokki handbag is made with care and attention to detail. She uses mass-produced trade paperbacks or hardcover books from garage and library used book sales, books with damaged or missing pages that are destined for the trash, as well as books from authors who are delighted to have their own publication turned into a custom-made purse. She never uses first editions or rare books. and pages are rebound or recycled.

To Enter:
Leave a comment on this post.

Extra Entries:
Follow Book Nook Club via GFC or on Twitter @BookNookClub. 
Check out RokkiHandbags and tell me which of her products you like best.

The Small Print:
Giveaway open to US Residents only.
Giveaway prize includes purse and shipping.
Giveaway winner will be chosen by random using random.org.
Giveaway closes at midnight EST on Wednesday, December 14th.

12 Days of Christmas for Book Lovers 
Don't forget to enter our other giveaways as the 12 Days of Christmas continues. 

Day 1: Amazon Gift Card
Day 2: Homemade Book Purse
Day 3: Book Lover Note Cards
Day 4: Mini Journals
Day 5: Reading Pillow
Day 6: Kindle Cover
Day 7: Custom Quote Necklace 
Day 8: I Read Art Print
Day 9: Recycled Book Journal 
Day 10: Custom Book Tote


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60 comments:

  1. Rhonda the RamblerDecember 2, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    I love these handbags (now there is an old lady term) but they are so ME!! Thanks for the introduction to a great Etsy shop

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  2. Rhonda the RamblerDecember 2, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    My favorite thing in their shop is the e-reader case made from Danny and the Dinosaur. This was one of my favorite books as a kid.

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  3. Rhonda the RamblerDecember 2, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    I follow BNC on Twitter

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  4. JanetDecember 2, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    I would so LOVE to win this. I think Rokki Handbags are awesome! Thanks for a great giveaway.

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  5. JanetDecember 2, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I loVe all the book purses...I think my favorite is the Kahil Gibran.

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  6. JanetDecember 2, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I follow you with google

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  7. DaphneDecember 2, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Love these! I have seen purses made from books a few times and these are probably the best I have seen. I love how she used a plain cover book that would normally get tossed and turned it into something beautiful and useful!

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  8. tootieDecember 2, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    These are adorable! They combine my 2 favorite things - books and purses :)

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  9. ShawnaDecember 2, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    What a great looking purse. Clever idea! Thanks for a chance to win.

    missmoozie/at/gmail/dot/com

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  10. ShawnaDecember 2, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I follow you via GFC. Thanks for a neat giveaway.

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  11. ShawnaDecember 2, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    I went to Rokki Handbag and I love the purse made from the book The Complete Book of Cats. I've had my cat Milo since 6th grade. He's about 14yrs. now as he was about 2yrs old when we adopted him. Thanks for a neat giveaway.

    missmoozie/at/gmail/dot/com

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  12. AnonymousDecember 2, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    What a cool purse! I think my daughter would love one of those.
    cjnid AT imaxmail DOT net

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  13. Lisa F.December 3, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    This purse is soooo cute and would look great on my arm ;-)

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  14. NicoleDecember 3, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    This would be such a unique prize to win!

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  15. NicoleDecember 3, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I follow BNC on Twitter

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  16. NicoleDecember 3, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I love the ereader holder... the music one is rocking my socks.

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  17. MarcieDecember 3, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Fantastic giveaway! I love these purses.

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  18. MarcieDecember 3, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I follow you on twitter @2readornot2read

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  19. MarcieDecember 3, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    I love the ereader holders.

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  20. nellanaDecember 3, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Cute purses.

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  21. nellanaDecember 3, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I like the Italian painters purse.

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  22. jhitomiDecember 3, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    these are so cute.
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  23. jhitomiDecember 3, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Love the Dr. Zhivago book purse.
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  24. jhitomiDecember 3, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Decided to follow you on twitter (as jhitomi) so you can see how much I'd love to win! And of course to see what you're always up to...

    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  25. karenkDecember 3, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    these handbags are beautiful...
    i'm a follower, too :)

    karenk
    kmkuka at yahoo dot com

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  26. KarenZDecember 4, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Hi.
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  27. KarenZDecember 4, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    My favorite item is the Doctor Zhivago Book Purse - an altered book purse or clutch
    niuniuzheng at gmail dot com

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  28. MeltDwnintheSkyDecember 4, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    There are awesome!

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  29. MorphineDecember 4, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    This is so fricken creative! I love it!

    kjmillionie(at)gmail(dot)com

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  30. MorphineDecember 4, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I follow you on GFC


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  31. MorphineDecember 4, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I love the Jane Austen book purse!


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  32. UnknownDecember 5, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Really like these little gems! I am a fan of upcycling resources into special renewed uses too!
    Please enter my name in your draw.

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  33. JanaDecember 7, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    These are adorable! What a great giveaway! Thanks!

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  34. AnonymousDecember 8, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    thanks for this giveaway!
    gkuroda(at)gmail.com

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  35. MarijaDecember 9, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    So creative -- I would love to win!

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

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  36. MarijaDecember 9, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    My favorite is the The Complete Cat Book Book Purse.

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

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  37. ruthieDecember 9, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    rawhorne at yahoo dot com
    What a great idea!

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  38. RuthieDecember 9, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    favorite is Masterpieces of Mystery Book Purse
    rawhorne at yahoo dot com

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  39. kiddomerriweatherDecember 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  40. kiddomerriweatherDecember 10, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    I follow via GFC.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  41. kiddomerriweatherDecember 10, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    I love the SciFi - Tom Swift and his Sonic Boom Trap Book Clutch Purse -an Altered Book Purse - Use as Clutch or Wallet.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  42. Maegan MorinDecember 12, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    OMG!! That purse is SO CUTE!! I love it :D

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  43. Maegan MorinDecember 12, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    I follow you on GFC (same name)

    megnate at telus dot net

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  44. Maegan MorinDecember 12, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    I really like the Vampire Stories Book Purse!!

    megnate at telus dot net

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  45. DavidDecember 12, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    I would love to win this for my wife! She would love it!

    dvdgossett915@gmail.com

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  46. DavidDecember 12, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    I am following you on GFC as David Gossett

    dvdgossett915@gmail.com

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  47. DavidDecember 12, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    I think the Simon and Garfunkel Album Cover Purse - made from vintage LP cover bag is awesome! My wife would love the blue vintage. What talent. Very cool concept.

    dvdgossett915@gmail.com

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  48. UnknownDecember 13, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Those are awesome purses! Thanks for hosting this! Check out my blog if you get the chance...

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    http://munchtalk.blogspot.com/

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  49. UnknownDecember 13, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    I'm following you on GFC!

    dailydealsjc@gmail.com

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  50. UnknownDecember 13, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I like "The blue flower book purse!"

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    http://munchtalk.blogspot.com/

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  51. RachelDecember 13, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    That is a great idea!! Love it!
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  52. RachelDecember 13, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    I'm pretty taken with the Jules Verne book purse... but it was hard to choose!
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  53. RachelDecember 13, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    I follow book nook club through GFC :)
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  54. AndreaDecember 13, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    iv'e seen these before and i was in love with them!!
    chocolate_frogs7 at yahoo dot com

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  55. AndreaDecember 13, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    i follow via gfc
    username: squirrelattack
    chocolate_frogs7 at yahoo dot com

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  56. JennyDecember 14, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    i dlove to win this, such a sweet idea !!!

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  57. JennyDecember 14, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    and i follow on twitter =D

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  58. Cynthia.RichardsonDecember 14, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    What a clever idea for a book lover - like ME!

    Cynthia.Richardson@azbar.org

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  59. Cynthia.RichardsonDecember 14, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    GFC follower Cynthia Richardson

    Cynthia.Richardson@azbar.org

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  60. Cynthia.RichardsonDecember 14, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    I love the Doctor Zhivago Book Purse

    Cynthia.Richardson@azbar.org

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