Decorate a Suitcase
Learn how to re-do a suitcase in this simple project! You'll cover your surface with photos using Mod Podge.
Yield: 1 suitcase
Cost: $5
Equipment
- Printer and paper
- Photo editing tool like PicMonkey or Canva
- PowerPoint or Word
Materials
- Suitcase I got mine from Etsy
- Photos of your choice, printed on laserjet
- Mod Podge Matte
- Craft paint white
Instructions
- If you have a darker suitcase, paint it with white acrylic paint before you add the photos so they “pop” off of the surface when you decoupage.
- Give the photos a vintage touch by using filters in your favorite photo editing program, if you like.
- Use PowerPoint or another program to size and print your photos.
- Cut all photos out with the scissors and set aside.
- Start attaching the photos to the front of your suitcase using Mod Podge. Paint a medium layer down and smooth the photo on top. Keep adding photos – overlap them and let some hang off of the side (you’ll trim later).
- Once all of the photos are on the front, let it dry for 15 – 20 minutes. Then paint the top with another coat of Mod Podge and let dry.
- When the top is dry, trim using a craft knife. Repeat the process with the rest of the suitcase.
Notes
TIP: If you want your vintage suitcase decor to be extra durable, use a spray sealer when finished. Take the suitcase outside and give it 3 – 5 coats, letting it dry between coats.