A case for Suitcase Storage

Ok, well, this wasn't exactly what I had in mind when I went looking for ideas on how to use old suitcases in my studio but it just goes to show you there really is a multitude of uses for almost anything. LOL

found this here...

http://urbancasita.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/the-suitcase-chair-linen-blue-floral-trim-12-600x558.jpg

 This little suitcase table is just adorable, and the inside....

fabulous! She did an amazing job on this. Please check out her blog...
http://manyshadesofshabby.blogspot.com/2008/03/handling-work-downtime-managing.html

There is the old standby, stack them in a corner and enjoy their vintage goodness and their storage capabilities.

 I also like this idea, use ornate shelf brackets to turn an old suitcase into a shelf of sorts.
Find more ideas here..
http://thepassionatehome.blogspot.com/2009/09/imagination-ideation-week-2.html

 So I have a craft cat. She sits and watches me craft and usually jumps up on top of everything I'm working on and lays on top of the supplies I need while I'm using them. Maybe one of these would be just the thing I need, LOL
Check out the makers Etsy shop
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lovenostalgicwhimsy

Hang one on a wall and use as a cabinet to store those fabulous jewelry creations or hold tools etc.
This creation was made by the same gal that made the cat bed, go check out her Etsy store.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/38243773/upcycled-vintage-suitcase-jewelry-displa

There is always the option of leaving an old suitcase open to show all the goodies inside. So your supplies are right at your fingertips at all times. There are quite a few neat studio ideas on this site...
http://www.astorybooklife.com/home-decor/creative-spaces/

Look at all the lovely eye candy within this vintage suitcase. By the artists own words "it's not very tidy but it's better this way" I agree. Love the way she made a pocket on the upper part with the netting. Cute! Go check out her blog, lot's of inspiration there...
http://vintagebellastudio.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-little-vintage-suitcase.html

When I saw this image I thought now that would be a very easy way to make a cabinet. just hang the suitcase handle on a hook with the flap to the front and open whenever you need it. Put shelves inside to hold lots of supplies.
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/10/old-materials-recyled.php

How about a filing "suitcase?". That would hold all those artsy bits of vintage paper nicely and with a little style!
http://www.poetichome.com/2009/01/19/repurposed-suitcases-from-filing-cabinets-to-tables/

Maybe you can think of some other great uses for those old suitcases taking up space in your closet.