Yesterday I took my boy's out to the Thrift Store. I love thrift store shopping especially for old lace curtains and nicknacks. Well on Thursday's the Thrift Store has a 25% off sale for all "card toting members" like me (a discount card), so I thought it would be a great day to check out what they had.
When we arrived there were so many cars in the parking lot I almost turned around to leave...but I didn't!
Smiles...
Smiles...
So let's take a look at what I found...Oh but wait...
In all fairness to my boys for dragging them in the store, they did find something for themselves as well. My littlest found a batman flying mobile for .99¢ and my eldest found a Pokemon character for $1.99 before the discount was added...sa-weet)
Well as for me...I have always wanted to try my hand at re-vamping an old piece of luggage...
I was able to find one for $2.42 (before the discount)...
Here are the before pictures...
And here are the after...
(Not so easy to do...whew...)
Filled with my Lace Goodies...
The Back...
The Top...
The Side...
The Front...
Now putting this baby together was no easy task for me...burned my fingers with the hot glue too!
Yikes! but boy am I pleased with the outcome.
This one is Sooooo me!
Let me know what you think....
Ooh lala...
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Crafting in The Hive
29 Kind Words:
excellently gorgeous...you've got skills! thank you much for sharing... :)
Transformations are so much fun! Yours is especially gorgeous! I love seeing before and after pictures. Such inspiration. Grovenore
Its beautiful Lovey! sorry you burned yourself, unfortunately its one the hazards of creating lol.
Gorgeous rescue!!! Bravo!!!
This is so totally you with all the laces and velvet fabric. You really transformed this tired looking valise into an heirloom treasure. I love shopping the thrift stores. Yours sounds like it has great deals and prices. Sunshine Summer Smiles...
Just so beautiful Lovey...
Really great transformation Lovey! All that fabulous lace just makes that old suitcase shine!
Have a wonderful weekend with your guys!
Tina xo
Oh Lovey, you did a beautiful job, oh my how beautiful it looks now. I love thrifting, I just don't get a chance to do it often. hugs to you. have a great weekend.
What a fantastic makeover, Lovey! It was certainly worth the effort!
Thank you very much for your kind e-mail and your sweet birthday wishes!
Oh Lovey... that is so very Boheme' that I just LOVE it... what a fantastic make-over... your creations are always so beautiful! And I had to smile about the boys bribes... I have to get a lil somethin-somethin for the G-Kids every time they're Game to accompany me on my Found Treasure Scavenging Trips... *LOL* They actually make good 'Scouts' so they usually earn their little trinkets. *Smiles*
Thanks for stopping by!
Dawn... The Bohemian
Oh how luscious and beautiful!! I bought one to make one too! (We must think alike!) I hope you're having a wonderful weekend!!
XO
Cindy
Hi Lovey, Thanks for visiting me and the nice comments. You suitcase rescue is amazing. Happy Pink Saturday. XO,Linda
Train case turn out beautiful the right blend of lace and trim. Very elegant first class work.
GORGEOUS! Just like your collages! Just a 3D version! Great job, Lovey. I'm a suitcase collector and that's a wonderful thing to do with them!
Have a great day!
Debbie
Hi Girlie, Thanks for stopping by, I haven't meant to neglect you but as you have see on my blogs (probably) that I have been a busy gal and have been taking those classes at The Artful Gathering. I just want to stop by and say Thank you for the book and the autograph! I love the book and have looked at it lots during class breaks and family stuff breaks. Well, what do I find when I come for my visit but another wonderful idea and blog eye candy! Hey girl what size is that suitcase for starters? When summer is over and my classes are finished my son is going to paint my family room and studioize it for me! I would love to do that as I have a couple of old ones with fabrics in them and I always think I should do something I'm just not sure what? Well now I know! You are just one step ahead of this ole'lady! i love it and you! Hugs and now I must cruise your blog! XOXO marilou
Beautifully done,Lovey!!!Swoon.
Hugs,
Marie
Oh Lovey - a gorgeous creation by a gorgeous woman. I can see so much effort and sweat went into this but boy - it was worth it!
Beautiful! as you are my dear sweet friend.
Loving thoughts and big big hugs,
Suzy x0x0x0x0x0x0x
So beautiful!! I just love how you transformed that case.
Lovey, this is absolutely the most gorgeous suitcase transformation I have EVER seen! And, it's YOU! Anyone would know it's a "Lovey Creation"!
Sorry I haven't been around much for the past couple of months. I've been immersed in my new calendar paintings and have loved creating every single brushstroke!!
Hugs, keep cool!
Diane
Dear Lovey ce travail est une nouvelle dimension qui s’ajoute à votre art, j’adore elle magnifique, splendide, bravo !
Belle journée
Oh my goodness, Lovey, this is absolutely stunning!! What a gorgeous place for your lace and trims and what a steal for two bucks! Have a great weekend.
Hugs,
Robin
OOHHHH Lovey ,this is absolutely the most gorgeus suitcase ,my goodness how wonderful ,you made a most beautiful piece of work, dear friend- I love ,love it.
Big hug--Dorthe
Oh Lovey! This is absolutely beautiful!! You did a great job. I KNOW it was a lot of work! And, what a great place to stash lace =) xo
Ohhh, Lovey, this is so gorgeous!!! Thank you so much for linking this up to the party!!! I hope you're having a beautiful Sunday, my friend.
Love,
Cindy
what a delightful idea and a wonderful find ... well done ... love it .. hugz x
Dear Lovey,
That is so stunning I am drooling all over myself...simply gorgeous.
I am new to your blog and I am having a give away for the simple tag I made on Sunday.
Have a sugar sweet day
Simply Debbie
This is amazing! Absolutely gorgeous and so beautifully created....Wow! Love it.
Hi
I am sure my comment might come across as Over The Top and lacking sincerity but when I view your creations it leaves me speechless and makes my heart skip a beat.
The beauty you create is astonishing, time after time.
Wishes
Lynne
Stopping by from Cindy's Oh La La Link Party. WOWZERS is all I can say about the transformation of that thrift store find.
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