Sunday, April 10, 2011

Boden Inspired Suitcase Decor


Does anyone else get the Boden catalog?  I fell in love with this cover of the current one and was inspired to get crafty!  I went out searching for an old suitcase and found 2!!!  And where better than Goodwill ladies!  The cost:  $30 for two vintage-ish (not sure their age) leather lookers (Dora car not included)




I took the never ending fabric I have on hand from Hobby Lobby (all apparel fabrics seems to be 30% off every time I am in there.  So the cost is SUPER cheap.  A yard is around $3.00)
Place it on your suitcase and trace around the spaces you are going to cover with fabric.


Here's what the side strip for mine looked like once cut out.


Get yourself some modge podge.  I went through 1 1/2 bottles for this project.  And for goodness sakes, use a Michaels, Jo Ann, or Hobby Lobby coupon!


Modge Podge the suitcase where the fabric is going.  Lay down the strip of fabric, move into place and modge podge on the top of the fabric.  I used a sponge brush.
Continue this for the rest of the suitcase.  I found tracing helped me to get a pretty accurate look.  It's not perfect...thank goodness this isn't in HD ;)

Here they are in their new "outfits"

 




Under a table in my family room...perfect place to hid toys!


Now under the table in my entry hall.  
Cute place to hid umbrellas or kids shoes !!  
You could even "hide yo kids, hide yo wife, hide yo husband" up in here"
(If you haven't seen that YouTube video, you're missing out...and you also must be living under a rock ;)!"



Spice up your table decor with something unexpected!  Great way to add color to a room.


The possibilities are endless with what you could put inside these. 
Use them for hiding toys, magazines, CRAFTS! 
Who doesn't need more hiding places for their craft supplies!?

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Posted by Richmond Thrifter at 7:26 PM

55 comments:

  1. Chameleon GirlsApril 10, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Thanks for sharing your suitecases. I just found a set of three on the side of the road that I am working on. Great job!

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  2. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeApril 10, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Oh these are fabulous!! I have two of the old, round ones with the handle and I was JUST looking at them and thinking . . . and yet ANOTHER use for Mod Podge! Perfect!

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  3. AnonymousApril 10, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Love!!! Great work RT!

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  4. Cassie BustamanteApril 10, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    those are sooo cute, erin! great job- and who cares if they are imperfect? that is what makes them more charming!

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  5. Richmond ThrifterApril 10, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Thank you ladies! So happy you like them too! Hope everyone had a great weekend!

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  6. Richmond, Baby!April 10, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Love it! You are so crafty!!!!

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  7. UnknownApril 10, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    ADORABLE! love them! you should put some on your etsy shop!

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  8. Richmond ThrifterApril 10, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Thank you Kristen! I might try my hand at it again. Don't think these are Etsy shop worthy being my first go at it. Although I sold my first etsy item yesterday so I have room ;)

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  9. JoselynApril 10, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    I like yours better than the Boden ones! I like how you left the original leather trim exposed. I have a few of these that I use for storing stationery and craft supplies. I think I might have to give this a try. Nice job!

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  10. AnonymousApril 10, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Cute, cute, cute, Erin! I've just polished 3 family suitcases that have family initials on them and am using them as a storage stack but may just look for other suitcases for this jazzy look!

    Is there a Hobby Lobby in Richmond?? If so, I haven't found it. Sigh! I miss it from two other cities where we lived. I'm on the Southside.

    Cheers!

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  11. Erin // Studio336April 10, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    I can NEVER find suitcases in thrift stores and all the ones I ever find in antique stores are soooo expensive. I used to look all the time. These are great and if I ever find some I might have to try it.

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  12. ♥ Miss TeaApril 11, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    WOW love the result of the suitcases! i do love the fabric you chose for them! thanks for sharing, i'm your newest follower! Susan

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  13. AislingApril 11, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    They look amazing, I would be scared to try anything like that.

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  14. Shannon @ River City ReadingApril 11, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Totally keeping my eye out for suitcases now! I love it.

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  15. Rachel // Maybe MatildaApril 11, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    INCREDIBLE! I love your suitcases! I will definitely be on the lookout for suitcases at thrift shops now! Thanks for the awesome idea!

    Rachel @ Maybe Matilda

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  16. The Autocrat: HaleyApril 11, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE! I just can't get over how fabulous these are!! WOW! You did an amazing job! And those are some of my two favorite fabrics from HL.

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  17. {darlene}April 11, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    like! like!
    gorgeous work, girl.
    -{darlene}
    fieldstonehilldesign.com

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  18. Sherry HicksApril 11, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    I really like your project they are beautiful!!
    Sherry

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  19. Richmond ThrifterApril 11, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    So glad you all like them and thank you for your lovely comments! They are making my day ;)

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  20. Erin BohannonApril 11, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Great job Erin :-)

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  21. AnonymousApril 11, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Incredible! You are amazing.

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  22. AlisonApril 11, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Oh I'm in love! I have that same diamondy fabric and I LOVE it. It looks so good on those suitcases. I have a fabric hoarding problem since Hobby Lobby is 2 hours from me. :( This might just be awesome enough to overcome my separation anxiety! :)

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  23. Richmond ThrifterApril 11, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    baquilter...YES! there is a new-ish Hobby Lobby right in Short Pump, next to the home depot. Its a must see. I cant leave there without buying something. its a dangerous place!

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  24. Richmond ThrifterApril 11, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Alison- I know, I love that fabric, although Ive done quite a few projects with it and I think Im just about over my love affair with it! Ha! love your fabric hoarding problem! I know what you mean!

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  25. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy PaperApril 11, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    These turned out great! I too love Boden and what a great replica of theirs.
    www.itsybitsypaperblog.com

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  26. maría ceciliaApril 11, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    completely adorable!!!
    hugs from Chile

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  27. Amy Gilman and Emily Lee (Sisters of the Wild West)April 11, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Super idea!! I absolutely LOVE these and the fabric. I would love for you to link them up at our link party.
    http://sistersofthewildwest.blogspot.com/2011/04/weekend-features-and-sister-sunday-link.html
    Amy

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  28. Ang @ Taking a Sunday DriveApril 11, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Great idea- love them, and love the fabric!

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  29. AndreaApril 11, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    So cool. I love them. Now I'm going to be on the lookout for some!

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  30. AnonymousApril 11, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    ha!! this are so cute!!!!!! im going to find some vintage suitcases and come on over to your house so you can help me!!! i love them!!

    i know the youtube video! one of my all time favorites!!

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  31. AnonymousApril 11, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    i meant these** sorry

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  32. Amy at Ameroonie DesignsApril 11, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    These are gorgeous! I absolutely love the fabrics you chose! Great job.
    xoxo,
    Amy
    now to go find some old suitcases. ;)

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  33. HRH SarahApril 11, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    what a fantastic way to use a fabulous print that you just couldn't pass up! I'm a total textile junkie, and it doesn't seem to matter whether I actually have any skill in the realm of the textile. (Think scrapbooking paper- I don't scrap, fabrics- I don't sew, embroidery floss- please, you've got to be kidding!)... Now I can totally justify my purchases, as well as, have an excuse to go thrifting for suitcases to hold all the textiles I'm hoarding.

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  34. Tammy@Beatrice BanksApril 12, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    This is adorable! I love vintage suitcases. This will make me rethink those that I pass up which are not in that great of condition.
    Just found your lovely blog. See that we have a lot in common. I'm a first grade teacher who quit to stay home with my kids. But my kids are further apart in ages so I've quit teaching 3 times now. That's the great thing about being a teacher. Just subbing now that my youngest is in preschool.
    I'm your newest follower and would be delighted to have you follow me back!
    Have a great day.
    Tammy

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  35. UnknownApril 12, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    adorable! Love the fabrics!

    I am having a fine art photography giveaway by Melanie Alexandra on my blog. Just leave me a comment telling me which is your favorite image to win a 8x8/8x10 photograph of your choice.Please check it out!
    http://houseonashwelllane.blogspot.comhttp://houseonashwelllane.blogspot.com/2011/04/fine-art-photography-giveaway-by.html

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  36. Prudently Painted VintageApril 12, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    What a great idea! These turned out beautiful! I
    saw some vintage suitcases at my local antique mall yesterday. Think they were like 10 dollars. Now I may have to go back and get them!

    Visiting from Tip Junkie

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  37. UnknownApril 12, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    This is so cute!!! I'm going to share this with my mother! I'm positive she'll want to repeat this with her vintage suit cases!

    I'm following you from the Todays Creative blog party.
    Please follow me at:
    www.daughterbydesign.blogspot.com

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  38. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~April 12, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Very Cute Idea! Inspiration strikes at the oddest moments, doesn't it? It's so nice to meet you.
    ~ ~ Ahrisha~ ~

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  39. AnonymousApril 12, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Thanks Erin!

    It is great to know that Hobby Lobby is at Short Pump!! I'll have to hit #288 for a road trip! Oh! my son just told me he knew that. When was he going to tell me??

    Did you know that Home Goods is coming to the mall at Midlothian Tnpk and Courthouse Rd in mid-May?

    Cheers!

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  40. High Street CottageApril 12, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Oh my goodness, you really did a fantastic job! Looks like you purchased it that way! Such great patterns too! Stopping over from Faded Charm to say hello to you, my "linky neighbor"

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  41. DianeApril 13, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    These are too adorable. I am so impressed!

    My dad had a suitcase identical to this. I had forgotten about it until I saw the picture. I would say it is probably from the 50's?

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  42. UnknownApril 13, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    These are so fabulous! My sister a a few vintage suitcases and I am going to have to show her this! Found you at the Tip Junkie.

    www.thegunnysack.com

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  43. AbApril 13, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Love them...especially love the fabrics you used! The fabric on the smaller suitcase is actually the inspiration for my dining room redo! Gotta love Hobby Lobby!

    I also love the idea of using these in an entry way for "childlife" or for toy storage. More brilliance. I might have to scoot over to the Hermitage Salvation Army!

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  44. Hi, I'm Suz!!April 14, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    I.LOVE.THESE. Love the fabric! Soo super cute!! I'm also follower #191 - - hmm I think that was my brownie troop number - and how many years ago was that???? WOW :-)

    Love your blog, too!

    Hugs ~~ Suz

    inspiringcreativeness.blogspot

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  45. CaseyApril 14, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    LOVE this...thanks so much for the idea!

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  46. My Cottage CharmApril 14, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Those are just fabulous! I love the fabrics you chose too! Thanks so much for linking up this week..have a great day!
    Missy

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  47. Tiffany FordApril 14, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Wow! They look incredible! I'm so jealous.

    Tiffany @ The Nest Effect

    http://www.thenesteffect.com

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  48. ChristieApril 14, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Love those suitcases that you redid...the fabrics coordinate beautifully :)
    Amazing transformation...
    Big hugs,
    Queenie

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  49. EmilyApril 15, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I absolutely LOVE these suitcases! Thanks for sharing the tutorial!!

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  50. LYNDA QUINTERO-DAVIDSApril 15, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    !!! WOW !!! What a GREAT idea!! Great for storage, adds color & pattern to a space and a fantastic means of upcycling!! YOU ROCKED IT!!!
    And your blog is rockin' too! You've packed in another 50+ peeps in a week! GREAT job!

    :D Lynda

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  51. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 17, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Those look great. I do get the Boden catalog. Thanks for joining WUW. I would feature this, but I just featured you so I will have to pick others.

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  52. AnnaleaApril 21, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    Brilliant!!! What a fabulous idea!!! Visiting from Blue Cricket Design.

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  53. A seachadora arts e bijouxJuly 5, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Maravilhoso!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Beijos
    RE

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  54. Sawdust GirlJuly 14, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Love these! I'm going to look at those ugly old suitcases differently next thrifting trip!

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