Salton's Retro Bookstore DIY Book Nook Kit 9 in by Wizardi F07AM15-8-68060

A deep blue case with a pointed gothic arch and gold scrollwork opens onto an old bookshop: tall shelves of leather books climb to the ceiling, a reading desk with an open book and lamp sits by a window, framed pictures hang on the walls, and an owl crest decorates the side panel. Switch on the light for a candlelit evening among the books.

A little crafter's folklore: booksellers say the right book always finds its reader, and miniaturists like to leave one tiny book open on the desk.

Why this kit: if you love old bookshops, this is a classic book nook for a reader's shelf, 223 pieces with a warm day-and-night light.

In the box: laser-cut wooden sheets for the book nook case and the layered scene, printed figure, sign and backdrop pieces, tiny accessories, an LED light with a touch switch and battery box, and an illustrated instruction manual. Not included: batteries, glue and small tools such as tweezers.

Part of a wooden book nook series of the same slim depth, made to slide between your books on a shelf, each lit for a day-and-night look. Build tip: build the scene floors from the bottom up, route the light wire as you go and test it before closing the side panels, then fit the roof decoration last. Pair it with the Witch's Clock Tower and Detective Decrypt Alley book nooks.

Size: 18.7 x 10.1 x 23 cm (7.4 x 4.0 x 9.1 in), 223 wooden pieces. A bookshelf insert that glows between your books, and a memorable gift for readers. Recommended for ages 14 and up.