This article was contributed by our resident home DIY expert, Kim Loring.
The second I saw an article online about DIY-ing this pet bed out of a vintage suitcase, I knew I had to try it!
My kitties have been known to squeeze into some crazier places than a suitcase. So I knew it had to work! When I spied a vintage suitcase at Goodwill, I scooped it up. 
I picked up some finial heads (which usually cap the ends of curtain rods) at Home Depot, and a dowel at Hobby Lobby. The finials will become the “feet” for the bed, and I can even use the curtain rods to help prop open the suitcase.
First, I drilled holes in the bottom of the suitcase where the finials would screw in. 
I purchased an inexpensive piece of egg crate from Hobby Lobby, and considered buying fabric to make a cover.
But, I decided instead to purchase an inexpensive pillowcase instead, so I can take it off and launder it whenever I need to!
Looks like a fun project, Kim! Thank you for sharing. Readers, what DIY ideas will you tackle this spring? Please share in our comments section.
I love it! I really love it!!
Hi,
Great idea. I have an old suitcase that was destined for another project, but I like this one better. With one dog and 2 cats, I will need to get more.
Currently I am using sofa/chair cushion covers that are found at Ikea’s clearance section. You might find an odd size but I have been fortunate to find rectangular covers. I just fill them with old pillows and they wear really well. Just toss them in the washer and dryer.
Thank you so much.
Great note, Dianne! Thank you.
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My dog needs a new bed and this is so on the to-do list now.
Fetesha – awesome! Let us know how it goes.
Will do!