IF you have some useless luggage bags or old suitcases and are pondering to throw them into the trash, wait a minute and look at these 25 useful things to make from a vintage suitcase. Your jaws would open with amazement to know that you can still create many purpose full things out of these old and worn-out suitcases. You can use them as a storehouse to carry your useful stuff like sewing objects and art and craft items. Then you can use them to assist you in your beauty products organization as they can serve you as a vanity box with drawers and shelves, or you can create a dresser with a piled-up heap of these suitcases.
The DIY suitcase’s lid can be utilized separately as a breakfast tray holding your hot teacup and snacks with newspaper. They can be made more functional if you use them to support your glass tabletop and a base for your pet’s god dish. During party hours, a suitcase can be customized to play the role of a wine cart with a storage ability of beverages, wine glass, and bottles. After visiting these wonderful ideas, we hope you would use the old suitcases in some practical applications listed below.
1. Antique Suitcase Into Bookshelf
Makeover and redo your room décor with upcycled items instead of buying new centerpieces. Create this mesmerizing bookshelf for your space by recycling an old vintage suitcase. Turning the vintage case into a bookshelf doesn’t require massive supplies and tools. Paint the case with a wax coating to make it last longer. Use wood scrap from your thrift store to create the shelves and feet of this upcycled suitcase bookshelf. lessthanperfect
2. Vintage Suitcase Side Table
Reuse your vintage suitcase to add a new DIY piece of furniture to your home. Excitingly! It’s much easier to work on this DIY suitcase table than you think. To craft this table, you can recycle old table stands or legs. You can paint the suitcase or table structure with the same color paint. So, you can uplift the appearance of your interior with this unique style table. Fix this painted case on the stand with screw nails! southluminastyle
3. Upcycled DIY Vintage Suitcase Table
Use an old and vintage-style suitcase for your room décor and table settings. Upcycle this suitcase to use as a tabletop and an old chair legs as table legs. Paint the case and legs in the same color to match it with your room’s interior. You can use this customized table for placing the centerpieces and vases. However, it’s not suitable for putting coffee and teacups. The main reason behind this recycling project is decoration, not the organization of items. awesomesauceass
4. Repurpose an Old Suitcase Into Pet Bed
Provide your pet with a comfortable and cozy sleeping place in an affordable way. Repurpose your old and useless suitcase to DIY the dog bedding. To create this pet bed, you don’t need to create and sew anything from scratch. Use a padding foam and printed fabric to use as the mattress in this suitcase. You can embellish this customized dog no-sew bed with stickers and paints if desired. Otherwise, it’s not necessary. morenascorner
5. DIY Suitcase Side Table
Give a smooth finishing to your room makeover with this customized and attractive suitcase table. For this, reuse your discarded suitcase and table legs. Additionally, Paint the suitcase and legs with classy color paint. Recycling is the main idea and purpose for crafting this DIY suitcase side table for your bedroom. Place a beautiful vase and side lamp on this table to get a versatile furnishing look. theweathereddoor
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6. Suitcase Miniature Dollhouse
Let your little princesses craft their own style dollhouse to play. Recycle an old suitcase to make a beautiful miniature dollhouse with other accessories. The best thing about this customized miniature house is that you can customize it in endless ways. Use your kid’s favorite color to paint this suitcase. Moreover, cover the upper side of this suitcase with printed gift paper. thecraftpatch
7. Extreme Upcycled Suitcase Desk
Are you looking for a cooler idea to DIY the customized desk? If yes, this upcycled project is for you. Create this new style and durable desk by reusing an old suitcase or wood scrap. Use the upper flip of this suitcase as shelves. Pull out the lower flip to open the drawer. hometalk
8. Suitcase Vanity and Towel Holder
Add more creativity to your home decoration with your innovation and creative thinking power. Create this unique style of vanity box and towel hanger to display on the wall. Repurpose a discarded suitcase to DIY this impressive vanity box and towel hanger. Use nails to place this customized vanity box on the wall. Additionally, use attachable or nailed holders to attach with this box as hooks for holding towels. designsponge
9. DIY Vintage Suitcase Cat Bed
Nothing would be cuter than seeing your lazy cat napping on this customized bed. Reuse and recycle a useless suitcase to DIY the cat bed within your budget. Use a vibrant color upholstery fabric to embellish this case. Moreover, you can use the upcycled legs to mount with this suitcase using nails. Reuse knit fabric leftover from your store and fill it with cotton to make the soft mattress for your cat. instructables
10. How to Make a Suitcase Chair
DIY your favorite sitting spot in the lounge and your room with this vibrant color chair. Recycle an old vintage-style suitcase to create this chair incredibly. You can use existing couches from your home to place them on this customized chair or create them yourself. Use wood scrap from the thrift store to make the legs on this chair. Furthermore, use the screw nails to attach the legs with this suitcase chair. lizzieree
11. Turn an Old Suitcase Into Picnic Basket
Give your old and discarded suitcase a new life by reusing it for recycling projects. Create this striking and worth-watching picnic basket for décor or outdoor parties by reusing your vintage case. Moreover, embellish this suitcase picnic basket with beautiful printed upholstery fabric. Use an elastic band inside this customized basket for holding or organizing plates and glasses. hometalk
12. Vintage Suitcase Table Bar
Create a funky and super adorable 3-tiered bar table by reusing an old tiered table and vintage suitcase. Attach the case to the upper tier of the table using screw nails. Once you have attached the case with the tier’s legs, place the beer bottles in this suitcase. Additionally, Place the beet glasses on the lower-tiered of this bar table. madeinaday
13. DIY Suitcase Coffee Table
Showcase your creativity and crafting skills by creating a super adorable coffee table with a recycled suitcase. You would love to place your coffee cup on this customized table and sitting around it while gossiping with your friends. Plywood table legs, vintage suitcase, and hairpin legs are all supplies required to get your hands on this DIY piece of furniture. Cover this case coffee table with a decorative mat or keep it the same to get the vintage vibes. diynetwork
14. Vintage Suitcase Into Lounge Chair
Makeover and redo your lounge areas with affordable and recyclable supplies. Think about working on an old suitcase idea and create this lounge chair for you. Use a larger vintage case to repurpose it in a beautiful chair. So, get inspiration from this DIY project and craft this impressive chair for your lounge. diycozyhome
15. DIY Suitcase Cabinet
Add glam and a new collection to your wall art with this unique style wall cabinet. Repurpose an old or discarded suitcase to DIY this affordable cabinet. Use wood pallets to craft the shelves in this customized cabinet. Additionally, you can paint the suitcase-turned-cabinet with the same interior color paint. Craft this cabinet to enjoy in a well-organized living space. instructables
16. Vintage Suitcase Charging Station
DIY a colorful charging station for all your devices. Reclaim a vintage suitcase to combine with technology for turning it into a new style charging platform. If you are familiar with electric projects, it would be much easier for you to work on this craft activity. Don’t involve the kids while working on a power craft or activities. designsponge
17. Old Suitcase Lid Turn Into Breakfast Tray
Are you looking for creative ideas to represent the breakfast to your guests with style? Create this new style and worth-crafting breakfast trey by recycling a vintage suitcase. Use the upper flip of the case to craft a customized trey. You can decorate or cover this dish paint coating or printed sheets. one more thing, don’t remove the attached handles with the flip and use them to carry the trey effortlessly. motherearthliving
18. Suitcase Picnic Table and Speaker System
Enjoy your family picnic in full swing with this funky and suitcase table and speaker system. You can DIY this table by yourself efficiently by recycling a vintage case and table legs. All you need to do is adjusting the speaker system powering wire in this case. Furthermore, cover both flips with a new and vibrant print upholstery cloth. instructables
19. DIY Old Suitcase Storage
Want to keep all your sewing kits and supplies in an organized form but with style? If yes, DIY this recycling project to get enough organizing space for all the supplies uniquely. Recycle a vintage suitcase for customizing an organizing bag. Make this bag more attractive and fascinating for all with a beautiful covering. inspireco
20. Old Suitcase Into Bathroom Cabinet
Get more space and item organization in your bathroom with a suitcase cabinet. Reclaim your discarded vintage case to create a cupboard on your bathroom wall. Moreover, Paint the case with wood stain to get a more rustic look. You can also use this cabinet for placing all your medicines. hometalk
21. Raised Dog Bowls from Vintage Suitcase
DIY a craft project for your grown pets. Create these innovative and productive raised dog bowls by upcycling the vintage suitcase. Use wood scrap or slab for placing the bowls inside this case. You can Create this bowl table for your friend’s pet to show your love and generosity for them. petproject
22. Extra Storage from an Old Suitcase
Do you want extra storage space for your storeroom? If yes, this DIY project is for you. Customize durable and long-lasting storage space with a recycled suitcase. To make the stand of this storage case, reuse an old legging stand from your thrift store. You can place this crafted storage room in the room’s corner. Hide all the unnecessary stuff inside this storage case. hometalk
23. Vintage Farmhouse Suitcase Side Table
Add farmhouse-style décor and look to your home with this recycled vintage suitcase table. Place this table on the side of your bed or in the TV lounge. Reuse an old cane basket to keep the case in a sturdy position as a table. Moreover, you can paint the case and cane basket with your desired color according to the interior. Embellish this customized table with an attractive vase. raggedy bits
24. DIY Vintage Suitcase Cabinet
Get a vintage-style cabinet for storing and placing the medicines in your room with an old suitcase. Remove all the strips and inside material of this case. Later, use the plywood to make shelves, in this case, cabinets. Attach the hinges in between both flips to move them efficiently. You can keep this cabinet open or close according to your choice. adventuresofmel
25. How to Make a Suitcase Vanity
Craft a versatile and striking vanity for your room décor and organizing all accessories. Reuse an old vintage case and a 2-tiered table to make this handmade vanity. Instead of using the tiered tables, you can use this case vanity only by attaching the legs as a table. Paint the table and case with soft and girlish colors to make it more fascinating for a girl’s room. hometalk