new in the studio.....

Yep I found another vintage suitcase to add to my ongoing collection.  I got this for $3.99 at the Goodwill and grabbed it as soon as I saw it!  Just can't pass them up.  Plus, I still had space in my luggage holder. I have just one space left to fill.

The thing I get most excited about when I find these.....is what's on the inside! You just never know what it is going to look like or what color it will be.

I always hope for the satin interior and, of course, for it to be girly.

I just loved the inside color because it just has a sheen to it and yes very girly and in wonderful condition.

The other green suitcases I have are cream on the inside so I was glad that this one wasn't.

This one also had the attachment items that snap in on the lower sides and that was a bonus in itself!!

See the ruffle on the top love it...

This will be its home....yes, I still haven't finished the shelf yet.  I am waiting for it to get nice outside so I can finish it and paint it.       Oh, there is more.....

I found this item too and fell in love with it!  I really am attracted to these kinds of photos, I believe they are from Lyn Andersen?  I just saw a calendar with these types of pictures and I think that was her name. 

 

I think it was great that she is sitting on vintage luggage and of course has a vintage handbag which I love too.

I was having a hard time trying to capture the colors but not easy being in a glossy frame.  Its beautiful yellow dress, hat against the flesh color, and the pink lipstick were eye catching.  She is soooo cute!!

The statement "Dress for Success" just fits with how I am feeling right now.  We are trying to start our pottery business up again and also I am working on things to put in my Etsy store. 

Both of these items are just perfect for my studio and I am loving how everything is coming together in my small space.  I think when you get everything organized and clean you just feel better while you are in there creating. Plus, decorating it with all the things you love is even better.

Here is where I placed the picture which seemed appropriate don't you? I can enjoy her while I sit at my table.

Plus,  I haven't forgot about my luggage makeover.......

I am on the last area where I am placing fabric and then I will be able to start adding the paint.  It wasn't easy adding the fabric to this tote it just didn't want to stick but I did it!!  I love the way it is turning out and can't wait to see the finial product.  Thanks for stopping by my studio today.

xo

barbara lynn