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Monday, January 7, 2013

Vintage Suitcase Solution


Shelley Puppy, at eighty pounds, has been knocking over our small table between these two chairs. Vintage suitcases to the rescue. We filled them with magazines and books and that makes them far more substantial and difficult to move.


I already had the suitcases and paid little for them.
 If they are slanted turn one of them around like we did.


I think they fit in just fine in our eclectic living room filled with thrifty finds. 
Would you like to see the puppy?


He is our furry heart. CC went back to her University yesterday after being home for almost a month. She calls or texts (already) and wants to know what her Shelley Boo is doing.

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joy and peace
Olive




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41 comments:

  1. My Little Home and GardenJanuary 7, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    "Puppy" is definitely a term of endearment at this point. What a handsome guy!

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  2. Lillie and MossJanuary 7, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    What a clever idea and it looks great! "puppy" doesn't really look like a PUPPY....she is beautiful!
    Shari!

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  3. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 7, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    Good idea to keep that puppy under control.

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  4. Elizabeth EdwardsJanuary 7, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    that is a huge puppy. sweet!!

    nice that you had a long time with your daughter. special times for you all. enjoy your week. ( :

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  5. DawnJanuary 7, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    What a great look and functional too. Love how they fit right in to your decor style. Fabulous!!

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  6. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 7, 2013 at 1:30 PM

    What a cute puppy! How big will he get? heehee! Love your idea. I would probably find a bunch of junk to store in them...thrift finds, I mean! lol

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  7. hidden art of homemakingJanuary 7, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    what a great idea Olive...we too had a small round table that our dear Tula like to knock around, especially when there was a cup of coffee on it....table replaced..LOL I love the way your suitcases look. I have a weakness for vintage ones.. and Shelly is a handsome guy..and looks like he knows it..hehehe
    Love,
    Mona

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  8. MollyJanuary 7, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    I think that's a brilliant idea and by the expression on his face, so does Shelley puppy.

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  9. StaceyJanuary 7, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    Great idea with the suitcases. My dad has old suitcases like that and he still uses them when he travels. :)

    Your dog is precious!

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  10. Pam KesslerJanuary 7, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    I think your puppy probably has a few more months of growing in him. I like big dogs though. More to hug! Here's hoping that Mr. Shelley doesn't like chewing on the new table.

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  11. Brenda PruittJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    That's one big puppy! Your suitcases look perfect there. I love the colors.
    Brenda

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  12. Grandma Barb's This and ThatJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    Wow, I can't believe how big Shelley has gotten. Great idea to use the suitcases instead of the table. Much more sturdy.

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  13. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    Wow....the puppy got big! I love the suitcases. I wish I could find some!

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  14. MelissaJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    Good grief!! He is big - I think our dogs are just the right size for us!!

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  15. LynnJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    That's one big puppy! Does he think he's a lap dog?:@)

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  16. chateau chicJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    I love your solution, Olive. Suitcases make a great side table, and I'm loving seeing more of the room. Very charming!
    Mary Alice

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  17. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJanuary 7, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    That is a great looking solution...meant to be! I love that Shelley has your heart...

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  18. SusyJanuary 7, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    Wow - big doggie, great solution!

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  19. Julie MarieJanuary 7, 2013 at 7:45 PM

    Oh my gosh, how your puppy has grown!... Tessy says she is in LOVE... xoxo Julie Marie

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  20. Julie MarieJanuary 7, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    I was so excited to see Shelley, I forgot to tell you how fabulous your suitcases look!!!

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  21. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJanuary 7, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    I can see why Shelley can knock over a table. She's a big puppy. I love old suitcases. They look great Olive.

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  22. Blondie's JournalJanuary 7, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    I love this area of your living room...very sweet and cozy! Love the suitcases, I wish I had room. I read in a magazine about a lady who stored her Christmas decorations in them. Pretty handy.

    I'm sure you miss CC already, you two seem very close (of course!). Abby starts next week and although she's only gone part of the day, I'm gonna miss her company!

    My, your doggie got BIG!! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  23. Sunny Simple LifeJanuary 7, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    What a great solution. That puppy no longer looks like a puppy.

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  24. DebbiedoosJanuary 7, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    You are clever and oh boy your puppy is growing. What a beauty!

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  25. Rosemary@villabarnesJanuary 7, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Shelly is really growing. Great solution with the suitcases. I love using them for storage.

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  26. Maureen WyattJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:24 AM

    Shelley is doing the decorating now! He's done a nice job with the suitcase/end table choice.

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Shelly is beautiful! We do all kinds of things for our furry children don't we. We introduced a new chick to our brood on Sunday and people would laugh at the things we did to make her feel welcome. :)

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  28. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJanuary 8, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    Sweet pup! Your room is lovely and I love the addition. Your suitcases are a great solution!

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  29. Ann@A Sentimental LifeJanuary 8, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    Can't believe how big Shelley got! Seems just a pup the other day, although I seem to recall some big paws!
    Great suitcases and great storage too.

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  30. SusieJanuary 8, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Olive, You'll be having CC withdrawal. I know you love that girl:):) The dog is a beauty but big. So I understand the suitcases for a tble. I like that ldea.xoxo,Susie

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  31. UnknownJanuary 8, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    I love the suitcases Olive. I also well remember, how I felt, when the girls returned to college after holidays!

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  32. SouthhamsdarlingJanuary 8, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Goodness me Olive, your 'little' pup, Shelly, has certainly grown. I think she is bigger than me now!! The suitcases look really good being used like that. What a clever idea! I'm sure you will be missing CC now that she's gone back again. Take care.

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  33. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    Olive,
    Love your sweet Puppy!! And the suitcases are beautiful and look lovely displayed that way!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  34. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com January 8, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    He is a beauty! : ) I think we had a blue-green suitcase like one of those when I was a kid!

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  35. MelanieJanuary 8, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Loving those vintage suitcases! They are perfect for a unique and creative table. That big dog is still a puppy?! Oh, my....lol.

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  36. MaryJanuary 8, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    Olive~ Your suitcase is a perfect solution and makes for handy storage too! I always love a Shelley & Clovis update :)

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  37. Andrea at Opulent CottageJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    Looooove the suitcases! And that sweet furbaby. And do I see a little ginger tabby cat in the photo below?!! Our girl goes back on Saturday, I must admit that I really dread it. BUT I will have time to visit everyone again! Hope you are enjoying the new year :)
    xo, Andrea

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  38. Chenille CottageJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:28 AM

    what a cozy setting...I could spend a fine afternoon sipping tea and diving into a good book in this cottagey space!Smiles,
    Carolynn xx

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  39. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    Love the suitcases Olive! We have a Braunhauf German Shepherd who is 12, and weighs 96 pounds. He's a sweetheart, but acts like an OLD man!! He moves slowly, and sleeps alot!! :)

    Your living room looks so cozy!

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  40. Jeannie and LindaJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Olive, we discovered your lovely blog at Savvy Southern Style. Great idea for a table especially for pet owners! The colors look beautiful in you beautiful room.

    We are joining your blog and hope you will join ours!
    Linda and Jeannie at The French Hens Nest

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  41. UnknownFebruary 2, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    What a warm and comfortable room and your solution fits right in. Your baby is too cute. I, too have a big boy and have had to 'dogify' several areas for his comfort and safety; not to mention the safety of my treasures. Good job!

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