You can buy pieces ready-made or convert old suitcases to meet your decorating needs. These are 15 of the most creative ideas to try. 1. Create a Vintage Suitcase Nightstand .

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Turn an old suitcase into a treasure chest Mom can use to hold children's artwork, cherished letters and other memorabilia. Decorate as shown in Crafts to Celebrate the Seasons by Mary Engelbreit ...

Consider postcard collages, using an old steamer trunk as a coffee table, or even cutting a vintage suitcase in half to mount as a wall shelf. JUST IN: Multiple Maryland counties are under a flash ...

Recycling is a good thing to do, of course. But you can also repurpose items and use them yourself. Take, for example, an old mattress spring. Attach a full-, king- or even crib-size mattress ...

You can use old army footlockers that are similar to the one pictured. You could also use suitcases or crates. She used wooden legs from Lowes (also sold at Home Depot) they 're about a $1 to $3 each.

Old suitcases can be repurposed into stylish, functional décor pieces. Whether stacked as a unique side table or used individually for storage, they add a nostalgic, travel-inspired flair to any ...