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December 27, 2011

Vintage Paper Covered Suitcase and Shelf

I had such a great Christmas. What a whirlwind of fun!
My last project before Christmas was to transform this train case screaming"Make me over"


This time I got my "paper" from Crafty Secrets an online craft store carrying vintage paper and art stamps.  They Sent me a CD to tryout filled with vintage patterns and extras.

You can use the graphics on the CD just as they are or you can put them in photoshop, alter the colors, and layer on extras, like I did with the rose...Complete with great instructions!


The color of this suitcase was in the ball park of the paper I choose

I simply printed the vintage pattern onto regular copy paper


Then Mod Podged it onto the suitcase.  One little tip is to brush the Mod Podge onto the suitcase and then lay the paper on top, if you get to heavy applying the Mod Podge, it may make the ink run...Bummer!


I finished the suitcase off by hot glueing (After trying many glues, hot glue was the only thing that did not bleed through and discolor the ribbon) ribbon over the seams and giving it a spray of Walnut ink for a little age.

I also used printed vintage paper from the CD on this cute little shelf





Both are headed to my booth at Orange Tree.  We are in season at the antique mall between snowbirds and tourist, I'm having a crazy time trying to keep my booth stocked, and loving every minute of it!!


Happy Creating!


You won't want to miss my post on Thursday.  I'm going to reveal my meanest comment (Hysterical) of 2011!

Carol
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40 comments:

  1. GinaDecember 27, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    The train case is lovely! I love the paper that you chose to cover it with. That little shelf is adorable too. Another job well done!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    I can well imagine you would have a difficult time keeping your booth stocked, your work is beautiful!

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  3. stefanieDecember 27, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    soooo sweet!

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  4. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️December 27, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Beautiful! The paper looks like wallpaper. It's a really pretty idea. If I lived in Florida I would be visiting your booth all the time.

    Dee

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  5. KathyDecember 27, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    I love, love, love the sweet shelf. What a find, and the added "love", makes it a treasure.

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  6. MelodeeDecember 27, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    so cute! going to check out crafty secrets right now:)

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  7. Heart Vintage Design December 27, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I love the train case!

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  8. SusanDecember 27, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Your suitcase and shelf are both so very pretty!! I am going to try to do more things like this to sell at our Flea Market here!

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  9. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Beautifully done! I love what you did with these two pieces!

    Hugs,

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  10. Patricia @ 9th and DenverDecember 27, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Oh cute! I've got a suitcase that needs a make over...this is going on the list of considerations!

    thanks for the idea...Pat

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  11. camp and cottage livingDecember 27, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Carol
    I'm marking my calender right now for Thursday!!
    Your CD is just full of lovely stuff. The shelf and the suitcase turned out sweet. I love it when I can hardly keep up with sales-it's so exciting. So glad you're enjoying the business.
    Happy New Year

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  12. Honey at 2805December 27, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    What a terrific look you gave to this train case. It's just fabulous!

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  13. GARAGE SALE GALDecember 27, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Sweet! I must get out my little cases and DO it!!!
    Glad you had a great Christmas! It feels like we didn't have it just 2 days ago. It was 50's yesterday and still no snow!
    HUM...I don't think I've kept my meanest comment!
    I think it was "weird" one about women, not mean.
    Have a Happy New Year! We are just staying home! Time to get the house back in order!
    Warmly,
    deb

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  14. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Carol, I so enjoy your projects. Hope you had a great Christmas and that is great about your booth. I will be sure and check back on Thursday as you have my curiosity up now.

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  15. Shannon@Cozy Home ScenesDecember 27, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Carol, that train case is another great masterpiece of yours. The paper you chose is very pretty and the ribbon coordinates so well. I appreciate the tips you have learned through trial and error. You probably save folks like me from making big mistakes. Your booths would be a fun place to shop and your prices seem very reasonable for such pretty things. Good luck for future projects and sales.----------Shannon

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  16. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 27, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Hi Carol,
    Wow, what a great way to make a boring case look fantastic! Love it.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  17. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Great idea and great job! I tried doing fabric on a suitcase a while back and it was a total FAIL! Ha-ha!

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  18. ~Lavender Dreamer~December 27, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Your meanest comment? I can't imagine! But I'll be back to check! heehee! Love what you're making...I sure would like to be there to shop! Have a happy week! ♥

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  19. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    It's really pretty...I like the paper you chose.

    Hope you had a very Merry Christmas...have a great new year!

    Nancy

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  20. DebbiedoosDecember 27, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    This is super cute. You mean to tell me you are going to post all the comments I have made to you!! Yikes talk about exposure:)

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  21. KatieDecember 27, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    So cute! Thank you for sharing the website "Crafty Secrets." Hope your holidays are going well. XoXo

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  22. Ruby JeanDecember 27, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Oh I LOVE LOVE LOVE it... :) That shelf is Simply ADORABLE... I believe it should be grouped with my Cabinet that I will be Inheriting... :) they look like they belong together... Can't wait to see your Meanest Comment!!! :)

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  23. CreateologyDecember 27, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Another "case" of your magic touch! Both pieces are lovely and greatly enhanced by your transformations. Gentle week to you dear...

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  24. Rosemary@villabarnesDecember 27, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    They're both adorable Carol. Your projects always make me smile.

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  25. Rebecca NelsonDecember 27, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Happy New Year Miss C~ Looking forward to more and more and more posts with your GREAT ideas!

    Blessings and love to you. So happy to know your son-shine made it back home safely.

    Love to you~Rebecca

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  26. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesDecember 28, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    That CD looks like a lot of fun, Carol! I can't imagine anyone giving you a mean comment!

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  27. Claire @ Gemini NutritionDecember 28, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    what a great transformation :)

    That site looks great, off to check it out ...

    great inspiration as always

    Claire xoxo

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  28. Ivy and ElephantsDecember 28, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    What a fabulous transformation! Now all you need to do is plan a trip.We'd love to have you share at"What's It Wednesday". Gorgeous!
    Happy New Year!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  29. BiljanaDecember 28, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Great makeover, so romantic and cute:-)
    Happy New Year! Hugs, Biljana

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  30. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Hi Carol, That's right....being down there in warm land you would be at the height of tourist season right now. My booth was super busy early December but slacked off just before Christmas. Hope it's been busy this week. It always amazes me what sells and what doesn't. Hope you have a super great New Year's weekend. xo

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  31. ElyseDecember 28, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    i love this line: I'm having a crazy time trying to keep my booth stocked, and loving every minute of it!!

    your projects are always so inventive and pretty! thank you for the lovely comment on my blog. it made me smile :)

    i don't want to miss your thursday post!

    xo
    elyse

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  32. kellyDecember 28, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Love your makeovers, Carol. Happy New Year. I couldn't imagine you having any mean comments.

    Kelly

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  33. kristiBDecember 29, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Both are way to cute! Again , another beautiful job done by you! Love your work :D

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  34. DebbyDecember 29, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    I love the little shelf and the paper you chose sets it off perfectly. I recently stumbled across Crafty Secrets and I had to order immediately! I've not tried printing from a CD yet. Do you have any tips on what weight paper or type of printer work the best? Thanks for the inspiration.

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  35. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 29, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Debby, hope you check back as I have no way to get a hold of you. I use just a regular HP Photosmart premium printer and just regular printing paper, nothing special.

    Carol

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  36. EllenaElizabethDecember 29, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    He he, I still have this beauty case and it is still in use. I bought it just over 20yrs ago now. It's been all over Austalia with me. I just love it. I also love what you have done with yours. Love your gun holder conversion too. I did not know what the depends bit meant til I read the end of you post. I don't think we have those in Aus....LOL

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  37. StampindamourDecember 30, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Carol - this turned out so fabulous! I just saw it posted on the CS Blog! The paper looks fantastic on the little shelf! xo

    -pamela :)

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  38. Three GenerationsDecember 31, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    I like the shadow box..very pretty!

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  39. ❁Velma ~Down Our Country Road❁December 31, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I'm lovin' it!! I especially love the paper you used in the cabinet :)
    I've not heard of Creative Secret. I'm going to check it out. And you are so blessed to be able to try out these products.

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  40. hopeandjoyhomeDecember 31, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    I have found if you lightly spray those "bleedy" inked papers with clear Krylon (one or 2 light but complete mistings) that they don't bleed when topped with Mod-Podge.No promises but it may work for you too! Julia

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