Banned Books Purse – I'm With the Banned Canvas Satchel Bag
Etsy buyer★★★★★
"Has this at a big book festival and strangers asked to take pics of it. Definitely a “statement” piece."
Valerie★★★★★
"I've shown it to many people. (I won't use until Christmas - it's a present to me!) Everyone loves it. Expect more orders!"
Etsy buyer★★★★★
"Amazing quality and super fast shipping!!! Got here well before the estimated date."
Tabatha★★★★★
"I get so many compliments on this bag which a great talking point to people I know care about books. I highly recommend this bag. Exactly as pictured. I'm tough on purses and this one has been sturdy and beautiful."
Tabatha★★★★★
"I can't use any other purse now! I love the "I'm With The Banned" purse. I couldn't be happier. I get so many compliments on the purse as well!"
Sandra★★★★★
"Super schöne Tasche. Farben genau wie auf den Bildern. Ich bin begeistert. Schneller Versand. Alles Top."
Ellisha★★★★★
"Looks good. Got it as a gift for my sister who collects banned books."
Nicole★★★★★
""
Pamela★★★★★
"Good quality. Well made. Was delighted."
Etsy buyer★★★★★
"Great quality, wonderful gift, great message"
How big is it?
About 27.4 cm long, 10.5 cm deep and 20 cm high (10.8 × 4.13 × 7.87 in), with a 7 cm (2.75 in) handle drop and a removable shoulder strap that adjusts from 52 to 59 cm (20.5 to 23.2 in). The Fit & Sizing tab below shows a size comparison. Questions? Email support@raianasvibes.com.
When will it arrive?
Every bag is made to order by our print partners, mostly in China. Production takes 5–7 business days, then shipping takes 10–12 business days to the USA, or 12–15 business days to Australia, the UK and Canada. Standard shipping is free. Ordering for Christmas? Order by 23 November. More details in our shipping policy.
Returns
You have 30 days after delivery to return unused items. If anything arrives faulty or damaged, email a photo to support@raianasvibes.com and we’ll replace or refund it free of charge. Change-of-mind returns are sent back to us in Australia at your cost. You can change or cancel your order within 6 hours of placing it. More details in our return policy.
Ready for a bag that gets noticed? This printed canvas satchel is sturdy and water-resistant, with a removable shoulder strap and room for your phone, wallet and everyday essentials. It also makes a fun gift.
Carry your love of reading everywhere with our Banned Books Purse. The front reads “I’m with the banned” above a wildflower garden, and the whole bag is wrapped in a colourful row of famous banned book spines. It’s a bold, bookish statement bag for anyone who believes in the freedom to read.
- Two colours: black or brown vegan leather (PU) handle and trims, with the same printed design.
- Material: sturdy, textured water-resistant canvas with alloy hardware.
- Roomy inside: 1 large zip pocket plus 2 smaller pockets, big enough for your phone, wallet, keys and a paperback.
- Wear it your way: carry it by the top handle or as a crossbody with the removable, adjustable shoulder strap (105–120 cm / 41.5–47 in).
- Size: 20 cm high × 27 cm wide × 10.5 cm deep (8 × 10.5 × 4 in).
A meaningful gift for book lovers, librarians, English teachers, book club friends and anyone who reads banned books.
Colours may look slightly different depending on your screen.
Made to order: each bag is printed and made just for you once you order. Please allow 5–7 business days for production, plus shipping time.
Like everything in our store, these satchel bags aren’t ready-made. They’re printed and made to order, only once you order them. This avoids mass-production waste and lowers our carbon footprint. You can read more about our business model here.
Customer Reviews
Etsy buyerVerified31/03/2025★★★★★Has this at a big book festival and strangers asked to take pics of it. Definitely a “statement” piece.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much! A book festival is the perfect place for it, we love that it's become a statement piece.
— RV's Team- ValerieVerified17/10/2026★★★★★
I've shown it to many people. (I won't use until Christmas - it's a present to me!) Everyone loves it. Expect more orders!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Valerie! What a lovely present to yourself, we hope it makes Christmas extra special. And thank you for spreading the word!
— RV's Team - Etsy buyerVerified22/09/2026★★★★★
Amazing quality and super fast shipping!!! Got here well before the estimated date.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much! So glad it arrived early and that you love the quality.
— RV's Team - TabathaVerified16/06/2026★★★★★
I get so many compliments on this bag which a great talking point to people I know care about books. I highly recommend this bag. Exactly as pictured. I'm tough on purses and this one has been sturdy and beautiful.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Tabatha! We love that it gets the book conversations started.
— RV's Team - TabathaVerified31/05/2026★★★★★
I can't use any other purse now! I love the "I'm With The Banned" purse. I couldn't be happier. I get so many compliments on the purse as well!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much, Tabatha! We're so happy it's become your go-to purse.
— RV's Team - SandraVerified21/04/2026★★★★★
Super schöne Tasche. Farben genau wie auf den Bildern. Ich bin begeistert. Schneller Versand. Alles Top.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Vielen Dank, Sandra! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass dir die Tasche gefällt.
— RV's Team - EllishaVerified27/03/2026★★★★★
Looks good. Got it as a gift for my sister who collects banned books.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Ellisha! The perfect gift for a banned books collector, we hope your sister loves it.
— RV's Team - NicoleVerified01/02/2026★★★★★Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much for the 5 stars, Nicole! We hope you enjoy your bag.
— RV's Team - PamelaVerified25/11/2025★★★★★
Good quality. Well made. Was delighted.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Pamela! We're delighted you're delighted.
— RV's Team - Etsy buyerVerified20/11/2025★★★★★
Great quality, wonderful gift, great message
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much! A great message deserves a great bag, so glad you love it.
— RV's Team - GenVerified11/09/2025★★★★★
Loved!! Great quality! Will order again!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Gen! We'd love to have you back anytime.
— RV's Team - James-AlgeoVerified27/08/2025★★★★★
Love this bag - quirky and well made. Great for my wife who's an English teacher
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, James! The perfect bag for an English teacher, we hope she enjoys it for years.
— RV's Team - Etsy buyerVerified22/06/2025★★★★★
I have received many compliments on the purse.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much! We love hearing it's turning heads.
— RV's Team - CatherineVerified27/05/2025★★★★★
Got one for myself and have gotten so many compliments. Have been using it since January and so far holding up very nicely. Bought this extra one as a gift for a professor.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Catherine! So happy yours is holding up beautifully, and what a thoughtful gift for a professor.
— RV's Team - RebeccaVerified25/05/2025★★★★★
Love this! I bought it upon finding out one of my picture books, For the Right to Learn: Malala Yousafzai's Story, was banned in a school district in Florida. Freadom!
Raiana's Vibes replied:So sorry to hear your book was banned, Rebecca, and so glad this bag can carry the message. Freadom indeed!
— RV's Team - KatVerified03/04/2025★★★★★
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this handbag. It will fit a hardback book, and more. I can’t wait to use it.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Kat! A bag that fits a hardback is a must. Enjoy it!
— RV's Team - KrystynVerified03/04/2025★★★★★
I've already sent like 8 people to this listing so they can get their own. Incredibly cute bag and absolutely needed in the US right now
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much for sending so many readers our way, Krystyn! We're so glad you love it.
— RV's Team - TammyVerified12/03/2025★★★★★
This is a very well made bag. I also got the wallet. This actually ships from China so be aware it takes a bit to arrive.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Tammy! So glad you love the bag and wallet. Each piece is made to order just for you, so please allow 5–7 business days for production plus shipping time. We really appreciate your patience!
— RV's Team - BrianneVerified06/03/2025★★★★★
Turned out very well, thank you!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Brianne! So glad it turned out well.
— RV's Team - MelVerified16/02/2025★★★★★
Very pleased with my purchase. Beautiful purse, came packaged carefully and in perfect condition. Thank you!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Mel! We're so glad it arrived in perfect condition.
— RV's Team - MavenVerified30/01/2025★★★★★
My niece is going to love this. It’s very well made, sturdy, roomy, and the colors are brilliant.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Maven! We hope your niece loves it.
— RV's Team - VaughnVerified15/01/2025★★★★★
It's wonderful! I can't wait to use it!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Vaughn! Enjoy every outing with it.
— RV's Team - TracyVerified28/12/2024★★★★★
This bag is so cute. Exactly as pictured. Well made. Top notch seller.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much, Tracy! So glad it's exactly as pictured.
— RV's Team - R.j.Verified25/11/2024★★★★★
Sturdy and bigger than I expected. Well made and absolutely cute! A must have for all book lovers!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you! So glad it's roomier than expected, plenty of space for books.
— RV's Team - Etsy buyerVerified30/08/2024★★★★★
It it just what I was looking for and the quality is super.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you so much! So happy it was just what you were looking for.
— RV's Team - DreaVerified06/08/2024★★★★★
Bought this item for my mom. She absolutely flipped and switched bags immediately.
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you, Drea! Switching bags on the spot is the best compliment, we're so glad your mum loves it.
— RV's Team - Tech-DaddyVerified04/08/2024★★★★★
This is my wife's new favorite purse! Build quality is fantastic and feels super sturdy. She took it out on our Pub(lisher) Crawl across a bunch of books stores/Cafes and got so many compliments! Seller was fantastic and reached out to make sure it made it in time and everything. Would recommend and would buy again!
Raiana's Vibes replied:Thank you! A Pub(lisher) Crawl sounds like the perfect first outing. So glad your wife loves it.
— RV's Team
