Don’t worry – this is a mannequin modeling these – not a woman whose neck is cracking from the effort!
The whimsy of this whole idea just appeals to me – so much so that I bought a pair of book earrings . . . could not resist.
This Etsy artist has a whole line of handmade book jewelry, and lots of handmade books and journals of normal size also – all at very reasonable prices.
All have covers made from vintage leathers which the artist identifies for you – i.e. “ripped from an old chair in Holland”.
Here is a beautiful Journal called “Fetch Elijah” covered in leather from a 1950′s sofa, with an antique key sewn to the front with bookbinding thread, and the inside cover has a piece of a deed from the 1800′s. There’s a story behind the name.
You get the idea.
And I love the philosophy behind this little naked purse journal – that its corners will curl, its naked cover will accumulate grime, and all of that will enhance its value.
The artist is Margaux. She lives in Philadelphia with husband and son.
The Etsy website is here:
