Grandpa's Suitcase = Craft Supplies Suitcase

I found my grandfather's old suitcase, and decided to restore it to save my art supplies, check out the big change:

I can definitely say I'm happy with the outcome, and highly encourage anyone that has an old suitcase to give it a second chance. Here is the process of the restoration: 

After cleaning the suitcase I went right to painting it.

Then I glued in the fabric of my choice. I highly recommend you don't pick a fabric too thick.

Then I created where I'm putting my colored pencils and watercolor tubes. I then added the velcro strips.

After accommodating my pieces of where I'm putting my color pencils and watercolor tubes. I
glued in colorful strings I bought at a craft store, to help me keep my boxes in place.

After everything is in its place, I use a cover to give a little extra help in keeping things in place.
IT's made of cardboard and an old map.

There you have it. Easy to store and move around while looking cute

I <3 my new suitcase for my art supplies :)

It was a long process, but all you require is determination, patience and good sense of humor.

Here a some links about other vintage suitcase restoration that served as inspiration for me:

http://hearthandmadeuk.blogspot.com/2011/08/inspiration-station-vintage-suitcases.html

http://naughtysecretaryclub.blogspot.com/2009/07/trendy-is-as-trendy-does-suitcase.html

http://ladeedacreations.com/2011/07/picnic-in-a-vintage-suitcase/

http://www.abeachcottage.com/2011/01/beforeafter-chalkboard-paint-vintage-suitcases.html