Pet Bed from a suitcase.
I started blogging about two years ago…it seems like forever ago. I still wouldn’t call myself a professional…but I’ve come a long way baby! One of my very first projects…was my “Doggone Good Thang“. At the time…I was so proud. Now…I’m almost ashamed to admit it’s my work. It’s not so much the project…but the photography too. Anyway….
This week, I’m involved in two different parades….a porch tour on Deja Vue Designs….and a Thrift Store Pet Rescue sponsored by Hometalk. If you know anything about me…it’s that I’m a HUGE pet lover. So…naturally I was GONNA get on board with that! I knew instantly what I was gonna do for my project…because I’ve been dying to redo my pet bed for some time now.
I got this cool plaster paint that I’ve been dying to try out…and it was absolutely the perfect color for my living room….and for the fabric that I had picked out for my rescue remake.
Yes…I know my dog needed grooming!
There really isn’t much to tell….from the first time….I installed two wooden blocks behind the lid…so that it wouldn’t slam shut…or fall backwards. If your lid is very heavy…you could put some wood in the inside…under the cushion for extra weight. I also attached four wooden balls to the bottom for feet.
I screwed the blocks into the lid…and the lower portion of the suitcase.
OUCH…I can see everywhere I missed…don’t look!!!
Then I added some stuffing…and hot glue around the edges for the fabric. I didn’t mind using hot glue…because it pulls lose fairly easily. I had no problem pulling my last fabric right out.
Even Molly Looks Better
After painting the suitcase with that GORGEOUS red…from Mango Seed Designs….I replace the fabric with my choice.
She’s such a Poser!
This time Molly wasn’t the only model for my project…although no project would be complete without her…Moose…my other little brat had to get in on the action. She couldn’t resist cocking her head for the camera….hog! lol
Moose tried to steal the show!
I think it suits (Pun intended) them pretty well….don’t you?
A group of creative and inspiring bloggers are getting together for our first annual Hometalk Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals Blog Tour.
That’s a mouthful! Let’s break it down.
Hometalk: A home and garden website that brings together professionals, bloggers and anyone interested in all things home. It’s like Pinterest without the hair and nails. Plus, it’s free!
Thrift Benefit: Did you know many communities across the country have thrift shops that sponsor your local Humane Society or animal shelter?
Shelter Animals: There are so many animals in need. Shelters do so much with so little.
Blog Tour: The group of creative animal loving bloggers listed below sharing our animal related posts in a blog tour.
Hometalk Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals Blog Tour starts Monday, October 14 and goes through Friday the 18. Here’s a chance to meet new bloggers and many of their animal family members, get creative ideas from thrift shop finds, or read about the wonderful animals that share our journey.
Here is the schedule.
Monday, October 14
Country Design Style Deja Vue Designs Weathered Pieces Dogs Don’t Eat Pizza
Tuesday, October 15
One More Time Events Fresh Idea Studio The Crafty Woman
Wednesday, October 16
Lilac and Longhorns Stow and Tell U Meegan Makes
Thursday, October 17
Pennywise Blog Plum Doodles A Nest for all Seasons
Friday, October 18
My Soulful Home Designers Sweetspot Cupcakes and Crinoline
What a cute idea and I love your puppies! 🙂 Awesome project, Tammy!
Julie {Lilacs & Longhorns} recently posted…Hometalk Benefit for Shelter Animals Kick-off
Thanks Julie. I love my babies….so making things for them…just too fun! I can’t wait to see what you have in store for the project! 😀
Awwww! Tammy, such a clever idea and sweet project. Our little Bella could use one, Homer would need a large steam trunk! Thank you so very much for joining the blog tour. I know the animals appreciate it. 🙂
Jeanette recently posted…Thrift Shop Finds
LOL…Well, you might just be able to find one of those too! lol. I’m so glad I did. You’ve done an awesome job! Too Fun!
That is awesome! I love Moose and Molly – especially Moose posing for the photo! What a great idea – sharing now!
Karen @ Dogs Don’t Eat Pizza recently posted…The First Annual Hometalk Thrift Benefit for Shelter Animals Blog Tour Stops at HQ
Thanks Karen! I loved teaming up for this benefit…too fun!
Oh how adorable is that! Love the color! Your fur friends look very comfy and make great models! I’ll have to be on the lookout for a suitcase for my cats!
Cheers
Christina
Christina recently posted…Make Way for Shelter Animals Tour Day 1
Thank you. They’re little brats…but ya got to love them anyway! 😀
Tammy, I love Moose and Molly! Quite the pair! And, your suitcase to doggie bed is over the top good! Clever and cute! Moose and Molly are lucky pups!
Enjoyed being on the tour with you. Tune in tomorrow {do people even say tune in anymore? ha ;)} for the Hometalk Google Hangout at 1 EST.
Cheers to you and yours,
Therese
Therese @ Fresh Idea Studio recently posted…Making Good Choices for our Family
Thank you so much. I’m so sad that I’m gonna miss the hangout tomorrow…I will be on the road. But I’m def watching when I get lit for the night! I can’t wait to see all of the projects on the tour!
Tammy, your pet bed is super-duper cool… I love it!! It looks like your pups might even fight over who gets to cuddle up in it first. I love how you added the ball legs as well, it’s just like have a new piece of furniture on display rather than any old pet bed. Glad to be on this benefit tour with you ~ Amy
Amy @ StowandTellU recently posted…With a Lil’ Help from Hometalk the Benefit for Animals Begins
Thanks Amy! They do love it. I can’t wait to see everyone else’s projects!
What a cute idea! I love your fur babies, so cute!
The pet bed is adorable, and so are your pups! This is a fun blog tour- see you Thursday? 🙂
SheilaG @ Plum Doodles recently posted…DIY Wine Crate Lamp and Deconstructed Lampshade
Thanks Sheila! I can’t wait to see all of the projects!
Oh Tammy, How fun are you??? Your red pet bed is so awesome. Thanks for sharing it in the blog tour!!
xoxo
Meegan recently posted…I’ve Got The Monday Blues with Fall Porches
Thanks Meegan! I’m so excited about both tours that we are involved in! I can’t wait to see all the projects…and the porches!
I love the red bed & Moose & Molly too adorable!
Kelly recently posted…Whirlwind Week of Tours!
Aww….Thanks! Red is my favorite color. They’re spoiled little brats…but I love ’em! 🙂
Love that you found a way to keep it from slamming…always wondered how that worked on suitcase beds! Love the fabric too!
Thanks….Yes, I wouldn’t want my babies to get hurt. Thanks for stopping by!
Ah!! Tammy…I am soo enjoying your blog girl!!!! Love reading your stories and I too am a huge pet lover! I have 2 rescued doggies and 5 rescued kitties [Minus my first baby Brandilynne …the MOST gorgeous American cocker you had ever seen …all black and my first kitty CattNipp…RIP sweetums!!] I need more doggies tho, hubby says no as really right now we dont have the room and are looking into moving to TN at this 4 acre 1901 house!! Yahoo!! Anyways…back on track..[damn ADHD!!] My bff from TN sent me an ollllld suitcase and now, I believe I will give this a go!! For my little Eddie [black 3yrs old Long haired Cheewawa!! [I think he is anyways!]] She also sent me some black faux long fur! Hm….but first I need to finish making my Christmas cards!! Eeek..off track again!! Thanks for sharing this!!
YAY! I’m dying to see how your pet bed turns out. Let me know…and feel free to ask any questions! 😀