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A Vintage Suitcase Makeover

May 3, 2020 by boondocks 117 Comments

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I restored an old and rusted vintage suitcase into a brand new looking piece of luggage. This makeover isn’t too difficult and doesn’t have to be perfect because the imperfections add to the vintage charm.

The finished vintage suitcase after it's been painted white, gold, green and black.

Guess where I found this old thing?  

If you have been coming here at all for any length of time you will know it came from my basement. I am starting to believe that everything from the dreaded basement must be vintage. This old suitcase was in really bad shape.  It had scratches all over and the metal framework holding it together was bent out of shape.  

I certainly had a big job ahead of me.  But if there is one thing I love, it’s a good challenge. And so we begin with my vintage suitcase makeover. 

top of a rusted vintage suitcase, used as the "before" image.

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How to Paint a Vintage Suitcase

​I started with the sides and painted them using my favorite Enchanted by Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint from DecoArt. It went on nice and smooth and I ended up using 2 coats. I created my own color because I’m a pain like that. I mixed in some white to the Enchanting to make a really soft olive color. 

Painting the sides top and bottom of a vintage suitcase white.

The next step was to take care of those awful looking corner bumps.  I used DecoArt Metallic Lustre in Burnished Brass and rubbed them to a fine sheen. I think gold would have been too much in this case. 

Painted the brass corner bumpers in gold.

I used the same polish on the inner frame parts that close. In order to get straight lines, I pressed up a piece of cardboard on the edge and then just painted along. 

Painting the inner framework in gold

The edge clamps were also treated in the same manner. 

Painting the edge clams in gold.

The outer framework was refreshed with a black acrylic color. 

Painting the outer metal frame black.

Now for this vintage suitcase, I had an old world look in mind. You’ve seen those old suitcases that had straps on them.  Well, I wanted to create that look. I taped them off and  painted them with my Enchanted color. Painting these straps gave me a backache. But one must suffer for one’s suitcase.

Painting green stripes on top of suitcase to look like straps.

I then had to go back and retouch up some areas.  As one point, I remember taking a hammer to the areas of the frame that were bent out of shape. You can see below that it is still out of shape, but that is as good as it’s gonna get. Anyway, I want you all to remember that it is a vintage piece.  Can’t make it too perfect or it’ll lose its charm.

Using a paintbrush to touch up a spot with paint.

And here she is, my beauty!

The finished vintage suitcase after it's been painted white, gold, green and black.

Doesn’t she look just spiffy?

close up of gold painted clasp.

I am really loving the contrast between the brass and the black frame.

Corner view of the painted vintage suitcase.

I chose to leave the bottom blank.  No point in breaking my back all over again. 

The bottom of the vintage suitcase, ust painted with white paint.

At one point I had considered painting the straps all around the vintage suitcase but realized that the clasps were not symmetrical.  They were placed at different dimensions away from the ends of the suitcase. Even the central edge clamp was off center. You can see it here where it is not centered with the handle, whereas the bottom clamp is.  

Showing how the front of the suitcase has gold clasps that are not symmetrical to the handle.

By painting the stripes all around, I think it would have called more attention to the irregularities of the suitcase. ​

The finished vintage suitcase after it's been painted white, gold, green and black. It's placed on top of a brown table and beside a basket filled with driftwood and rocks.

While working on this project I found a site on the internet, Brettuns Village,  which restores trunks and old suitcases.  It is very informative (that’s how I learned the names of all these pieces) and it even has a page on how to restore your own vintage piece. 

Close up of the gold painted corner bumps.
Close up of the green painted stripes.
Close up of green painted stripes, gold clasps and gold bumper on the vintage suitcase.

Of course, I’m not finished yet. I’ll show  you what’s inside very soon. 

A different angle showing  a close up of green painted stripes, gold clasps and gold bumper on the vintage suitcase.

​I really love the softness of the color, it makes the hardware look so clean and the brass stand out.  I would definitely consider this vintage suitcase makeover a trash to treasure project. Do you think I chose the colors well? What about that brass?  Do you have any old pieces like this?

 And now for some rest… 

Vintage suitcase makeover overlay with a close up of the painted vintage suitcase.

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Comments

  1. Carol

    August 22, 2016 at 9:07 am

    Great job! I really like the new look.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:16 pm

      Carol, I am really loving this transformation.

      Reply
  2. Michelle

    August 22, 2016 at 9:52 am

    She’s beautiful Mary, so glad you found her in the basement and the backache was soooo worth it. She really looks amazing.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:26 pm

      Yes that backache really was worth it. I look at the before sometimes and cannot believe it.

      Reply
  3. krista

    August 22, 2016 at 10:09 am

    That was impressive transformation! I had my doubts but you pulled it off.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      That suitcase was parked in my hallway for half a year, after it had been rescued from the basement. So it really was long overdue.

      Reply
  4. Jessica

    August 22, 2016 at 10:15 am

    I love this! I love the colors you chose, too. I agree that gold might have been too much, but the brass color is just right.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:35 pm

      I was going for that feel, you know the olden days when people traveled on the Orient Express.

      Reply
  5. Keri

    August 22, 2016 at 10:26 am

    Mary, I can’t believe this is the same suitcase!! You did an amazing job at restoring this piece and making it beautiful once more. I really like the color combinations you chose. The difference in the clamps makes me wonder if it was taken apart at one point or had to be fixed. Hm, it’s like a mystery suitcase lol. I can’t wait to see what’s inside the case.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:37 pm

      Yes it is. And it took me a long time to restore it because I wanted to do the right thing. I even ended up on the internet reading about authentic suitcases.I suspect that it may have been hand made or something, because machines are pretty concise.

      Reply
  6. Carol

    August 22, 2016 at 10:48 am

    Mary, You are a genius, my friend! So awesome and gorgeous now. YOU GO GIRL!

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:40 pm

      Thank you Carol. It took me long enough to do this. But it came out right.

      Reply
  7. Katerina Konstantinou

    August 22, 2016 at 11:36 am

    I was reading and wondering how are you going to display this fabulous vintage piece! Now that I finished reading I am wondering about the inside! Great work!

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:41 pm

      I wanted to preserve the character of the suitcase. Can you imagine Indiana Jones carrying one on his expeditions?

      Reply
  8. Katrin

    August 22, 2016 at 11:50 am

    You did a great job with the paint Mary! This vintage suitcase really got a great makeover! The brass edges look great with the white, I love it! Can’t wait to see what’s inside???

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:43 pm

      The outside had to be true to it’s era. I’m pretty sure this suitcase has to be at least fifty years old.

      Reply
  9. Mandy

    August 22, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    You did a great job restoring this suitcase Mary! It looks fantastic and definitely has the old world charm you were seeking! I love it! It’s hard to believe you found this suitcase in your basement, and even harder to believe it began looking like it did.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:45 pm

      Yes Mandy, it looked pretty awful. In fact it still has plenty of dents but that is part of it’s charm.

      Reply
  10. capitulodosvintage

    August 22, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    Excellent makeover! Te result is so charming!

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:48 pm

      Thank you so much Marcela. I know you also finished a trunk recently. It is so exciting to bring these old pieces back to life.

      Reply
  11. Marie-Anne

    August 22, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    I could not believe you would manage to restore this old suitcase and yet you did a great job! Well done Mary!!!!
    I do have two old suitcases myself, they are wooden and they were made by my father, about 40 years ago. I am still thinking on how to revamp them!
    I wish you a lovely new week!

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 6:51 pm

      It was a frightful sight before. If you are interested you can go to the site I liked up to above. They have lots of ideas and tips on how to restore old suitcases and trunks. I would love to see them.

      Reply
  12. Debrashoppeno5

    August 22, 2016 at 4:55 pm

    Your suitcase looks so charming. If it could only talk what interesting stories we would hear. I like the way you painted the hardware and the soft green of the actual suitcase. The stripes give it the wow factor.

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 7:31 pm

      I suspect it must have belonged to my Father-In-Law many years ago. Maybe he used it when he was traveling over the Atlantic? Food for thought Debra.

      Reply
  13. mary coakley

    August 22, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    WoW its beautiful,when I saw it first i taught eeek,great job

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 7:33 pm

      Mary thank you for that squeal of delight!

      Reply
  14. Zenda

    August 22, 2016 at 6:43 pm

    Your suitcase turned out great! I recently read a blog where the writer retrofitted a smaller suitcase as her sewing travel box. It was almost as pretty as yours. Happy week!

    Reply
    • Mary

      August 30, 2016 at 7:37 pm

      What a brilliant idea. Mine is pretty big, but that would be a great storage idea for sewing things. Even if you were not traveling. Thanks for the idea Zenda.

      Reply
  15. Lynn Spencer

    August 22, 2016 at 7:58 pm

    Love that suitcase! And what I wouldn’t do to be able to go ‘shopping’ in your basement! I think the stripes look fantastic…as do the brass clamps. It makes a perfect table…a fun little piece.
    Can’t wait to see the ‘next installment’.
    Hugs and wishes for a great week.
    Lynn

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 6:56 pm

      Thank you Lynn. The way I’m going that basement will be empty soon. No, I don’t think so. I actually learned a lot about trunks and suitcases from the company I linked up to. There is always something new to learn.

      Reply
  16. Tania

    August 22, 2016 at 9:56 pm

    Wow! That old suitcase looks so great now, I can hardly believe it’s the same one!
    Tania

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 6:58 pm

      Tania it was one hot mess before. And even the framework was bent out of shape. I am so glad I did this.

      Reply
  17. Marjan Hoebeke-Pfaff

    August 23, 2016 at 2:24 am

    Hello Mary,
    truth be told: if you hadn’t pointed it out I wouldn’t have noticed the irregularity of the clasps, certainly not at first. Nevertheless painting the stripes was a great idea. Great job indeed!
    Have a creative week,
    Marjan

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:02 pm

      Marjan, I hadn’t noticed it either till I went to paint the stripes and realized that something was wrong. At least I painted them somewhere to give it a bit of interest.

      Reply
  18. Ntina

    August 23, 2016 at 4:34 am

    It turned out really beautiful Mary! I love the brass details!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:06 pm

      I think I made the right choice in going with the brass and not the gold here. Gold would have been overkill. Thank you Ntina.

      Reply
  19. Lisa

    August 23, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    Mary,
    Your vision came to life beautifully! I love it!
    Lisa

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      Thank you Lisa. It had been sitting outside in the hallway for quite some time after I bought it up from the basement but all good things need their time.

      Reply
  20. Linda at Mixed Kreations

    August 23, 2016 at 4:52 pm

    Great job Mary! Your vintage suitcase turned out great! Love the color, and the stripe. And the hardware turned out really nice. I think the brass color is a better choice then gold. My mom use to have some old vintage suitcase, which back then they weren’t vintage, and I remember her selling them at a yard sale years ago. If I only knew I would of brought them home with me.
    You know Mary I think if you look really hard you could find a rabbit in your basement. LOL You have everything else.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:12 pm

      This suitcase was a hidden treasure and one that I had not realized could be restored till I started this blog. Then the ideas started to flow. As for the rabbits Linda, well, you never know. 😉

      Reply
  21. Jemma

    August 23, 2016 at 5:24 pm

    I love seeing transformations like this and the creative mindset to see the potential too!
    jemma

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:16 pm

      That is something that had to be cultivated Jemma. I didn’t have this ability before I started the blog. But now, all this exposure to so many creative ideas has also helped me to develop and in turn create. Thank you Jemma.

      Reply
  22. Sarah - Craft Imvaders

    August 23, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    I have decided your basement is magical Mary – a constant source of delight. Love what you did with the suitcase, and cant wait to see inside!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:19 pm

      I have to agree with you Sarah. Linda thinks I can pull a bunny out of there so we will have to see.

      Reply
  23. Andrea

    August 23, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    The suitcase turned out beautifully!!! I love the colors! Looking forward to seeing what’s inside!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:24 pm

      Andrea as I am answering you I am having an identity crisis. Should I go with my original plan or change it up to another idea that I have? So many decisions this is what happens when you spend too much time in other blogs. lol

      Reply
  24. Snap

    August 24, 2016 at 9:52 am

    Mary, this is marvelous! If this is what you find in your basement — lucky you! Thanks for the link. Fun information on old suitcases. Can’t wait to see the interior!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:30 pm

      Thank you Snap. I think if we open our eyes and look outside the box there are many possibilites that we can imagine that were not there before.

      Reply
  25. Cindy

    August 24, 2016 at 10:02 am

    She is indeed a beauty Mary! Love the transformation. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:32 pm

      Thank you Cindy, I am so glad she didn’t end up in the dump.

      Reply
  26. debbie

    August 24, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    whoa – I am so impressed with the way it turned out – such a far cry from where it started – I love it. thanks for sharing, i found you at #WayWow

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:37 pm

      Thank you for your reaction Debbie. If nothing else that was a big transformation from the hot mess it looked like before.

      Reply
  27. kim

    August 24, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    What an improvement! It turned out great.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:43 pm

      Thank you Kim. I am really glad it is finally finished and now I can enjoy it.

      Reply
  28. Beverly

    August 24, 2016 at 8:52 pm

    Your trunk turned out so beautiful. I just love old trunks. Can’t wait to see what you do on the inside.
    Bev

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:45 pm

      Beverly this one had seen better days but not with me. It must have been from when my FIL had it and traveled to the US with it.

      Reply
  29. [email protected]

    August 24, 2016 at 11:29 pm

    You went and done it again Mary! Is there nothing you can’t do??
    Your basement is a treasure trove :).
    xxx

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:46 pm

      You just never know what I am going to come up with. I was down there the other day and spotted a big old gate but the hubs won’t let me have it. ;(

      Reply
  30. Susie from The Chelsea Project

    August 25, 2016 at 10:16 am

    Can’t believe the difference in the before and after. You are a miracle worker. Congrats!!! Susie from The Chelsea Project

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:49 pm

      Thank you Susie, the miracle is that my back didn’t go out after standing over it trying to paint that stripe.

      Reply
  31. Maureen

    August 25, 2016 at 10:20 am

    That looks fantastic Mary! Pinned 🙂

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:53 pm

      Thank you Maureen, it was well worth all of the detail work to end up with something so nice.

      Reply
  32. Carla a.k.a Mrs R

    August 25, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    Mary, I love what you did with this. It does look spiffy and you were able to retain the vintage feel. Awesome Job! Thanks for sharing with us at #SimplifyWednesdays
    Pinned, Shared, Tweeted, Stumbled

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:54 pm

      I really wanted to give you a sense that Indiana Jones was going to walk in and grab it and run off on some adventure. Thanks Carla.

      Reply
  33. Cathy Lawdanski

    August 25, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    Trash to treasure once again. Beautiful work!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:55 pm

      Thank you Cathy. This one took some time but it was worth it.

      Reply
  34. sherry cole

    August 25, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    Holy Cow, this doesn’t even look like the same suitcase. I love decorating with old suitcases and what you did with this one is amazing. Great job as usual!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:57 pm

      Nor would we have wanted it to look anything like it’s former self Sherry. It was pretty awful.

      Reply
  35. Maya

    August 26, 2016 at 2:12 am

    Wow!
    You’ve done a fantastic job with it!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 7:58 pm

      Thank you so much Maya. Sometimes you can work on a project and feel like you are wearing yourself out for nothing but once it’s done and you see the result you realize it was worth it in the end.

      Reply
  36. Holly

    August 26, 2016 at 4:39 am

    I have a similar suitcase and wonder what to do with it. Your I really like.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:02 pm

      Holly I hope I have inspired you. I also have a link to a cool trunk restoration company that also offers lots of tips and ideas.

      Reply
  37. Pili

    August 26, 2016 at 11:35 am

    Mary, your basement is full of treasures!! That suitcase had potential and you did a great job. Love the brass color and as you know, I’m a huge fan of stripes. So pretty!! A real trash to treasure, good job as always.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:06 pm

      I am so relieved to have finished it. It turned out to be much more work intensive than I had originally thought. Pili, I didn’t know you were a huge fan of stripes. I learn something new every day.

      Reply
  38. Laurie

    August 26, 2016 at 8:30 pm

    Mary, Can I come and spend some time in your basement? You really have some fabulous treasures down there. The suitcase color is lovely and such a fun makeover. Looking forward to seeing the inside 🙂 Thanks for sharing with us at Brag About It!
    ~Laurie

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:07 pm

      I would love to have you visit my basement Laurie, if you don’t mind that musty smell. I’m sure we can find a treasure or two to restore.

      Reply
  39. Marjan

    August 27, 2016 at 1:44 pm

    Hi Mary,
    Your vintage suitcase turned out beautiful! I would have never thought of painting a suitcase, but it looks great. I like that you choose the more suptile brass, rather then gold.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      I believe that chalky type paint is the miracle worker. It can be applied to anything at all. So I was not in the least bit worried about this.

      Reply
  40. Susanne

    August 28, 2016 at 8:29 am

    Definitely from trash to treasure!!! Love the colors you picked, they gave it just the right touch of vintage. Thanks for sharing at TaDa Thursday!!!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:12 pm

      Thanks for confirming that Susanne. I wanted just that right touch as if Leo himself was going to take it on the Titanic.

      Reply
  41. Emily

    August 28, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    Mary, this is so neat! I love the stripe detail you added – it really gives your suitcase that extra touch! The metallic paint on the hardware is a very pretty touch, too. Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:13 pm

      Thank you Emily, I was really going for that old world look. I wanted to be true to the piece.

      Reply
  42. Nikki

    August 28, 2016 at 7:14 pm

    Mary, your basement is amazing. I’ve been dying to ask and keep forgetting, but who put all those Treasures down there? Are they old family heirlooms?
    I love old suitcases, and you have really turned this into something special. I also love the contrast with the black and the brass. And the stripes really sharp!
    And add the Romantic touch to your Seaside home. Great job.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:15 pm

      Yes that is exactly what they are. Many of them were accumulated from the grandparents and a lot of them were also put down there by us when we had no place else to put them. It is like a catch all for the stuff we don’t know what to do with.

      Reply
  43. Stella Lee

    August 29, 2016 at 9:16 pm

    It DOES look spiffy. I think you made the perfect colour choices. You’ve almost convinced me to get to work on restoring my own trunk.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:17 pm

      I would love to see that Stella. I did another trunk with book paper and decoupaged the whole thing. Now that was a huge project. But I don’t like the black look anymore with the rust. I can’t wait to see yours.

      Reply
  44. fabiola garcia

    August 29, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    I can’t believe the outcome of this makeover you made a great job. Thanks for sharing at Inspiration Galore Projects.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:21 pm

      Thank you so much Fabiola, we can never underestimate the power of paint.

      Reply
  45. Michelle - Happy Heart™

    August 30, 2016 at 11:01 am

    Lol…finally found the end to the comment bar! 🙂 Awesome piece Mary…love how you freshened up the case!!! Paint colors are an awesome blend to bring it back to life!!!
    Also, LOVE the NEW LOOK to your blog too!!!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      Yay, all that scrolling can be exhausting. I am so glad that you like the new look of the blog. It really needed a makeover. just like the projects. And I also love blending colors. to create my own. So much more interesting.

      Reply
  46. Erin- Suburban Simplicity

    August 31, 2016 at 1:10 am

    I just love old suitcases. I once looked all over a flea market to find one. Finally did! Love what you’ve done with this one! Thanks for linking up at Welcome Home Wednesdays! See you tomorrow.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:27 pm

      Erin you should do a makeover on yours. Or maybe it is in such great condition you don’t need to. I hope so for your sake because this one gave me quite a work out.

      Reply
  47. Anne @ Domesblissity

    August 31, 2016 at 6:03 am

    Wow! That is absolutely beautiful Mary. What a wonderful job you’ve done. I’ve got an old suitcase like that. I might just be tempted to make it over. I’m featuring your post at tomorrow’s party Mary. Thanks for linking up!
    Anne @ Domesblissity

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:26 pm

      Ohh Anne I would love to see your take on an old suitcase, although I suspect it might look like mine. I know you are a lover of all things vintage. Thank you so much for the feature.

      Reply
  48. Diana

    August 31, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    Yes, she does look spiffy, Mary! Great makeover–love the grain sack style stripes and the green shade you chose. Thanks for linking the project up with us at Vintage Charm 🙂

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      I’m really loving that green shade too Diana. It is such an unusual color for me but it looks great on that suitcase.

      Reply
  49. [email protected]

    August 31, 2016 at 5:04 pm

    You did a lovely job on this suitcase makeover. I love the green you used for the grain sack stripes and the gold on the trim. Thank you for sharing at Snickerdoodle.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:24 pm

      Thank you Sharon. I am really glad its over and happy with the results.

      Reply
  50. Celeste

    September 1, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    Mary, you never cease to amaze me with your creativity! I think this is my favorite project of yours yet. What an amazing transformation! This is definitely a showstopper! You make me wish I had an old suitcase like this just to give it a makeover, haha.

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 2, 2016 at 8:20 pm

      Maybe I can look in my basement to see if I can find one for you too Celeste. Thanks for your sweet comment.

      Reply
  51. Delightful Repast

    September 13, 2018 at 10:12 am

    Mary, she really does look spiffy! Imperfectly perfect!

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 18, 2018 at 8:42 am

      The power of paint Jean!

      Reply
  52. Simple Indian Mom

    September 14, 2018 at 7:16 am

    That was pretty good transformation <3

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 18, 2018 at 8:43 am

      Thank you , it was worth it!

      Reply
  53. Donna @ Modern on Monticello

    September 14, 2018 at 6:31 pm

    It looks fantastic! You can barely recognize where it started from. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
  54. Julie

    September 16, 2018 at 6:14 pm

    It looks so much better! I would never have noticed it’s slight lack of symmetry , who knew?!

    Reply
  55. Ann

    September 17, 2018 at 10:56 am

    Mary, this came out beautifully! I did something similar and I just luv them! Thanks so much for sharing with Wall to Wall DIY Wednesday! Pinned.

    Reply
  56. Cecilia

    September 17, 2018 at 3:34 pm

    Looks great, Mary! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

    Reply
  57. Kathleen - Bloggers Lifestyle

    September 18, 2018 at 3:58 am

    Mary, there is something wonderful about old suitcases. They almost demand a story to be based around them, and the secrets they hold.
    We will feature this makeover suitcase on the next Blogger’s Pit Stop.
    Kathleen

    Reply
    • Mary

      September 18, 2018 at 8:45 am

      Thanks so much Kathleen!

      Reply
  58. Rochelle

    September 20, 2018 at 1:49 pm

    Congratulations on being featured at the Creative Circle Link Party! I absolutely love this project! <3

    Reply
  59. Nicki Parrish

    September 24, 2018 at 2:45 pm

    What a lovely makeover! I love every details. Thanks for sharing at Totally Terrific Tuesday!

    Reply
  60. Elise Ho

    September 26, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    I never would have thought to do such a thing but it certainly is beautiful.

    Reply
  61. Barbara Chapman

    July 20, 2019 at 9:33 am

    Mary, I love your suitcase!!! Isn’t that funny that whomever made it put the clasps and latches off-center?? I wonder if a cobbler made it with leather he had on-hand?? I love how older pieces tell a story!
    You’ll have to do an updated post with this suitcase and its travels to New York! That might be a fun series to reshare all the diy’s you’ve done and their new life now… 😉 Pinned several photos, of course! And if it’s on SYS, I’ll find and share for next week (#217). <3
    Happy summer to you all,
    Barb 🙂

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    • Mary

      July 22, 2019 at 12:30 am

      Thank you Barbara. Unfortunately I was forced to leave it behind in my home in Greece. It is still there holding all of my sewing things nice and neat.

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  62. Rebecca

    July 22, 2019 at 11:53 am

    Wow Mary! You really brought that suitcase back to life. Thank you for sharing at Celebrate Your Story!

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  63. Beverly

    July 28, 2019 at 9:47 pm

    Mary,
    Your suitcase makeover is amazing. Congrats, you are being featured on Over The Moon Linky Party.
    https://eclecticredbarn.blogspot.com/2019/07/over-moon-linky-party_28.html
    Hugs,
    Bev

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