Suitcases Aren't Only For Travelling

Suitcases are not just for travel.  Many
of us may have an old suitcase stored in our attic or closet. There are many creative ideas to reuse and re-purpose a suitcase into something new.

You will find many ideas here.  But, we believe in giving credit where credit is due. Each item has a link where you can get more information.

Link: Suitcase Chair

Enjoy the creative re-purposed suitcases....please stay seated!

Sage Going on Green

Suitcases can be used to decorate in a variety of ways...

If a fireplace no longer functions, color coordinated suitcases can be stacked to become a centerpiece under the mantel.

Funky Junk Interiors

An old suitcase can be used to add height and character to a coffee or end table.

Link: Coffee and End Tables

These suitcases can be used as added storage for any space. Simply stack them as a side table. They are beautiful!

Funky Junk Interiors

They can be modified and used for shelving.  This is a unique idea.

Dude Craft

These beautiful suitcases are used to create stand alone bar.

What a great idea!  Table legs can be attached or simply use a suitcase stand.

This is an interesting idea that definitely adds a touch of charm! I love this idea!!!

Old suitcases can be used to store and organize your craft materials.  I'm sure you can come up with some creative ideas to.  How handy!!

Retropolitian

This suitcase can definitely be an interesting conversation topic. It can be placed almost anywhere.

anzulondon

 

These suitcases can be used for added storage.  Just add a top to create a table or mantle.

Retro

This modified suitcase is absolutely adorable. A lucky pet has a soft bed and a place to keep favorite toys.

Pet Beds

The lid of a suitcase can be modified to allow easy access without having to raise the while lid. Use a stencil to add a design and touch of color.

I think this is an interesting idea.  This can be a unique way to store and display these wonderful suitcases. They could be used as drawers by removing or modifying the lid.

Salvaged Grace

This is simply too cute...Cozy and Sweet!!!

Pet Beds

These are Louis Vuitton suitcases stacked to be a luxurious nightstand.

Poetic Home

This old suitcase is transformed into a cozy dog house or used as a dog carrier.

An old suitcase can be added to an old end table.  This will give the table height and provide extra storage too.

Saved by Love Creations

An old suitcase can be covered with any sort of wallpaper that can compliment your home decor.

Or

Store it in the top of your closet....when you open the door, you will always find something lovely there. Use to keep some of your treasured linens in.

Pinterest

This recycled suitcase would be great in cabin, vacation camp, or in a travel trailer. Lights can be added by direct wiring or wired to fit into an electrical outlet.  This is very unique and crafty.

Teacup Vintage

Feel free to tell us about your ideas.

Later.....Ruby


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Creative Gift Wrapping

Gift wrap using a piece of cloth, artificial flowers, ribbons, and a paper doily. This material can be reused multiple times.

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Home Decorating Ideas

We are always searching to find inspiring ways you can reuse all sorts of items around your house to beautify your home and save you money. 

Here are a number of interesting and great ways you can.

 An old a wagon wheel or a stained glass window, turn it into a coffee table.

Book pages can be used as wallpaper.

An old suitcase and bed posts can be turned into an end table.

Reuse decorative plates in a wall collage and you can even add mirrors.

Reuse and design old chairs by turning them into feeding dishes for your pets.

Some people like things within hand reach.

Wooden drawers can be converted to create shelving.

Assorted pitchers are lovely and will hold cooking utensils.

A variety of different shaped flower vases are eye catching.

 Wine and liquor bottles can be reused for olive oils and dish washing liquid

Hmmm...Old lunch boxes are turned into storage containers.  How awesome is that? 

Turn an old door into a table, just attach a couple of posts for table legs and reuse an old file cabinet for extra storage.  

Re-purpose an old metal heater into shelving; it can hold your favorite magnets and messages.

These items can be found on the Nest Full of Eggs Blog.  Check it out for more creative ideas.

Here is the link:  http://nestfullofeggs.blogspot.com/2011/05/spring-11-ideas-house.html

This is only of few ways of taking treasured items and turning them into something new.

Go Green your home!

Get inspired.  The holidays are right around the corner.  

Save money and create something new for yourself, your home, or to as a gift.

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Turn Soda Cans into Embossed Boxes

Hi. Celeste and I are always looking for special treasures people have turned into something awesome by reusing a discarded item. We think you will love these boxes. They can hold trinkets for yourself or make incredible and meaningful gifts.

The embossed boxes pictured here began life as an energy drink can. It's really easy to do and requires no special tools.  
 

You can reuse aluminum soda cans and turn them into attractive little gift boxes.

 





DIY blog Atomic Shrimp shares a series of guides on how to turn aluminum cans into different shaped boxes.

Check out this video link below and see how it's done.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7vXNLpVafM 

 

Embossed tin work is sometimes used to decorate rustic style photo or mirror frames, or just to make decorative items such as Christmas tree decorations. The metal used is usually thicker (tinplate) and is normally worked with hammered tools – by reusing aluminum cans requires less effort, but gets a similar effect.

Materials You Need

All that's needed for this project is a strong pair of scissors, a cork-backed table mat, a pointed object (a scribe or just a ballpoint pen), a little bit of tape, some fine abrasive sandpaper, and an empty aluminum drink can.
 

First, cut the can down one side and the carefully cut off the ends.

Extreme Care is required here. The edges of the thin metal are sharp and jagged.

Then open the side into a flat sheet and trim the jagged edges.

Tape the metal down flat onto the table mat, then use a piece of fine sandpaper to remove printing. It isn't necessary to remove the paint, but it does make forming a pattern easier later.

Then, use the scribe or an ordinary ballpoint pen to mark out a decorative pattern on the metal (pressing just hard enough to crease the material).

 

Again, great care is needed here to avoid cuts from sharp edges.

The box is decorated with a simple pattern consisting of geometric shapes, swirls, and spirals (you can use any shape). With a little skill it is possible to reproduce a picture in a beaten relief style.

Once the design has been pressed into the metal, it tends to prevent it from recoiling back into a cylinder.

The work can be removed from the cork board, then cut the the piece and shape with the scissors .... Then, fold in the corners to create a box shape.

Finished

The end result is a little metal box with an embossed pattern. You can also line the inside with a little scrap of tapestry-style fabric and holding it in place with all-purpose glue.
 

For other interesting ideas, check out http://www.atomicshrimp.com/st/content/drink_can_tinwork_3. If you are interested in trying this project, you can go to the Atomic shrimp website and download free templates.  

Here is the link:

Hexagon http://www.atomicshrimp.com/st/content/drink_can_tinwork_3

Star http://www.atomicshrimp.com/st/content/drink_can_tinwork_4/

Bring out your creative side......Go Green !

Ruby

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