Win a Free Copy of Lisa Occhipinti's 'The Repurposed Library'

33 fab ideas for your old books.

July 18, 2011

(Photo: Thayer Allison Gowdy).

We've already told you about Lisa Occhipinti's fun and inventive new book, The Repurposed Library, which showcases 33 DIY craft projects that transform old, unwanted books into beautiful, new practical items for the home. 

It's got creative ideas from chandeliers to utensils to mirrors made from gorgeous old books found at flea markets, yard sales, and basements. 

And now, it can be yours. 

Today we're giving away one free hardback copy of The Repurposed Library. All you have to do is leave a comment below answering this question:

What's the most inspiring book you've ever read and will likely never turn into a lamp?

We'll choose one commenter at random to win, and the contest closes at 5 p.m. PT. 

Click here for official rules

Get your own copy of The Repurposed Library by Lisa Occhipinti

Comments 11

Submitted by steverador on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 4:11pm
I'm a fan of the book '7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen Covey. Thank you.

Submitted by opprezzed on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 4:10pm
Shoeless Joe by WP Kinsella

Submitted by shortyshaly on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 4:06pm
'What our mothers didn't tell us!"

Submitted by jwsimmons421 on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 1:49pm
The Outline of History by H.G. Wells.

Submitted by Patiogirl on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 11:42am
The Omnivore's Dilemma | Michael Pollan

Submitted by alesiayglesias on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 10:46am
The Shack by WM. Paul Young

Submitted by analyfe on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 10:02am
Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl, although I would have a hard time parting with most of my collection.

Submitted by chelseafulton44 on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 9:43am
Choosing to SEE by Mary Beth Chapman

Submitted by Melissa Maslbas on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 9:25am
Kris Carr's Crazy Sexy Diet book! Love her! She is such a inspiration

Submitted by Hannah Amora on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 9:23am
The PROPHET, by Kahlil Gibran

Submitted by Jessica Caviness on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 9:19am
The Diary of Anais Nin