From suitcase to storage / table

September 19th, 2009 in member junk

Catmagic, member

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Old suitcases not only make great storage, but when you stack them, you have an instant table. I painted these (they were UGLY), lined them with pretty fabric, and put a tray on top for drinks, etc. One has seasonal clothing inside, and the other has videos.

Pattern or design used: My own design

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Catmagic writes: To catdav16: I used plain old latex satin paint - Krylon, with Kilz primer. I like the finish better with spray paint. It's a little spendier, but worth it. Posted: 2:25 am on October 19th

porcupinemamma writes: Beautiful! Posted: 4:27 am on October 1st

catdav16 writes: These are awesome! What kind of paint did you ise for the cases? Posted: 1:33 pm on September 27th

TinTinJunkFan writes: Really good job! Posted: 2:49 pm on September 24th

OKFarm writes: I just bought a suitcase for a dollar and need some help with how to tear out and replace the lining - it's yukky. Posted: 11:40 am on September 22nd

rosejunker2009 writes: so cute, I love suitcases, an idea to paint them, I have some that are so ugly.
thanks Posted: 10:59 pm on September 21st

RustyDiva writes: I'm also drawn to roses ~ love the tray. Good job. Posted: 10:34 am on September 21st

Junk_Sophisticate writes: I love functional junk! Very well done.
Candy Posted: 7:15 am on September 21st

DumpsterDivingDiva writes: What a SUPER idea!

Love it!

☺ Deidre Posted: 10:57 pm on September 20th

Catmagic writes: Thank you ladies. I tried to download a picture of the top suitcase, but for some reason, couldn't do so. I lined the suitcase with really pretty rose fabric. Yes, I love roses. Posted: 1:26 am on September 20th