Turn Your Book Into a Bag

Have you ever wished you could keep a novel with you without clutching it in your hands or stuffing it inside a backpack? Thanks to the Book Strap, you can turn your book into a bag and carry your favourite story in style. This guide explains what a Book Strap is, why readers love it, and how to use and care for one—plus where to shop handmade beaded designs that ship across the EU.

What Is a Book Strap?

A Book Strap is a shoulder strap with a narrow fabric carrier on one end. The fabric slips between the pages of any paperback or hardback, while the beaded section wraps around the covers, instantly transforming your book into a cross-body or shoulder bag.

Why Turn Your Book Into a Bag?

• Hands-free - Enjoy coffee, browse a shop or hop on public transport with free hands.
• Conversation starter - A beaded book bag turns heads and sparks talk among fellow book lovers.
• Uniqueness -  Hand-crafted beads give each strap a unique, artistic touch

How to Use a Book Strap – Step by Step

1. Open your book halfway.
2. Slide the satin fabric carrier band between the pages.
3. Close the book.
4. Wear it! Place the strap over your shoulder or across your body.
5. Move freely. Walk, sip espresso, or queue for your train.

Care Tips for Hand-Beaded Book Straps

1. Store in a soft pouch when not in use to avoid dust.
2. Avoid perfumes or lotions—chemicals can dull beads.
3. Keep out of strong sun over long periods to reduce fading.
4. Hand-wash the fabric band at 30 °C; remove the beaded part first.
5. Wipe beads gently with a soft cloth; no scrubbing.

Where to Buy a Hand-Crafted Beaded Book Strap?

At Rosabrillo we hand-craft every strap and machine-stitch the satin carrier for durability. Rosabrillo’s exclusive Book straps ship across all 27 EU states, so every reader can carry a story in style.

Rosabrillo unique Book strap received official EU Design Certification!

What it means?

• EUIPO approval - The EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) has examined the shape and overall look of the Book strap, and granted it Registered Community Design status.
• Exclusive rights - This certification protects designs across all 27 EU countries so only Rosabrillo can sell this exact Book strap.
• Your one-of-a-kind accessory -  You won't find the same strap anywhere else. Only at Rosabrillo.

Ready to turn your book into a bag?

Explore our handmade collection and enjoy free EU shipping. Shop now: Book Straps Collection