May 31, 2011

Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession.

Lately I've just been infatuated with vintage suitcases. I just keep buying them! I have plans to use some for my craft show displays, as well as in my house...but still. I'm surprised that hubbie still lets me buy them! He actually bargained at the fleamarket for my newest one.

Aren't they lovely?
Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession
Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession
Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession
I can't wait to use this one with my art/craft show displays!
It will work perfect for my pouches!
Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession
Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession
I'm so excited about this Escort Carry On bag I found at the flea market.
It's so clean and flawless. Only $2!
Thrift Score! Suitcase Obsession
This is the E.C.G. case hubbie bargained for.  Love!

Unfortunately, a few of them were bought before I thought of checking to see if they were stinky inside! The big pink hardshell is so clean looking, but inside smells SO musty. I've tried baking powder and putting it out in the sun, to no avail. It's a shame because I would like to use this one as an actual suitcase! Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get the smell out? Or is it a lost cause?