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Suitcases upcycled into floating shelves, 2017

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Define desired depth of each suitcase with tape

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Cut each suitcase with plunge saw, jigsaw or a very strong Stanley knife

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Hot glue each opening so it will stay shut once hanged against the wall

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Set some metal brackets against the wall and cut some 18mm plywood to the size of each suitcase

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Slide your suitcase on top of the plywood and nail it in place

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