This vintage book made a great purse! 1951 hardcover book that looks like it's been read many times - which gives the handbag character! You can purchase it either from Etsy or from Bonanzle.
Posted by Retro Grandma at 14:25 FlyingButtons said...

Oh, I love this!!! You are so clever, what a great idea. I could see putting little notes and things in this....
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