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20 Clever Suitcase Creations

From Vintage Suitcase Shelving to Handy Homemade Instruments

— May 14, 2013 — Art & Design
Traditionally, suitcases are used for travelling, but these clever suitcase creations go well beyond intended use. Re-purposing vintage luggage has become extremely popular. From suitcase guitars to classy cat beds, the possibilities with updated suitcases are endless.

While some of the creative suitcases seen here are still used for travel storage, they've been given a complete makeover and are certainly unconventional. A great example of this is the scooter suitcase hybrid, that combines easy transportation and storage. Another fantastic example of updated suitcase designs is the 'Carry-On BBQ Suitcase.' This item allows consumers to bring a portable BBQ with them on their travels, while still providing luggage space.

If you have an old suitcase laying around, consider these extraordinary luggage-based ideas. A little imagination and an old vintage suitcase can go a long way.
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Card-Stamping Cases
Card-Stamping Cases
'Melvin the Machine' is Elaborate and Wonderfully Inefficient
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Solar Suitcases
Solar Suitcases
Schott Solar's Suitcases are Specially Designed for School Students
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Versatile Open Valises
Versatile Open Valises
The Hanemaai Home Tool Helps You Sort Out What's Most Important to You
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Scooter-Suitcase Hybrids
Scooter-Suitcase Hybrids
The Micro Luggage Products are Mobile
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Cough Drop Suitcases
Cough Drop Suitcases
Ricola and Fred Pinel Team Up for a Soothing Outcome
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Suitcase-Shaped Drawers
Suitcase-Shaped Drawers
Maarten De Ceulaer's Chest of Suitcases is Travel Ready Home Furniture
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Vintage Suitcase Sculptures
Vintage Suitcase Sculptures
The Hotels by Bo Christian Larsson Offer Mini Accommodations
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Retro Suitcase-Shaped Speakers
Retro Suitcase-Shaped Speakers
The Suitcase Speakerbox is an Ode to Old School Luggages
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Soiled Seed Suitcases
Soiled Seed Suitcases
The Gionata Gatto Urbanbuds Promotes Gardening on the Go
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Suit-Compressing Cases
Suit-Compressing Cases
The Freefold Bag Prevents Creases and Unwanted Wrinkling When Traveling
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Carry-On BBQ Suitcases
Carry-On BBQ Suitcases
Char-Broil Grill2Go Ice Combines a Grill and Cooler Together
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Handy Homemade Instruments
Handy Homemade Instruments
Jeff Conley’s Suitcase Guitars are Perfect for the Traveling Musi
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Horseshoe Luggage
Horseshoe Luggage
Sarah Williams Designs Singular Vintage Suitcases
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Vintage Suitcase Shelving
Vintage Suitcase Shelving
This Kitschy DIY is Perfect for the Old School-Loving Designer
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Vintage Luggage Cabinets
Vintage Luggage Cabinets
The Suitcase Chests by JAMESPLUMB are Fit for Travel Lovers
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Vespa-Inspired Suitcases
Vespa-Inspired Suitcases
The Skootcase is a Fun and Practical Way to Store Your Luggage
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Luggage Sound Systems
Luggage Sound Systems
Case of Bass Upcycles Vintage Suitcases
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Pet Luggage Loungers
Pet Luggage Loungers
Let Your Cat Snooze in Style with the DIY Cat Suitcase Bed
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Suitcase Chairs
Suitcase Chairs
Katie Thompson Recycles Old Suitcases into Chic Chairs
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Upcycled Suitcase Pet Beds
Upcycled Suitcase Pet Beds
Etsy Artists Make a Cute Eco Case for Cats
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