Monday, April 2, 2012

Repurposed Musical Instrument Case

I found this old musical instrument case in an antique shop over a year ago.  After separating the top and bottom, I used both halves to hold tiny items I was selling at the antique shows.  They looked like they needed something more, so it was time for a third life....

When I spotted these vintage Bingo sheets for 1/2 off in Sue's Etsy shop (Vintage Rescue Squad), I knew exactly what I wanted to do with them.  I still have a stack of them left over for other projects.

Old Bingo balls, a tarnished silver tray,

 typewriter keys on a Scrabble frame,

a bundle of vintage books, dice, and a little Mod Podge.
The Bingo sheets were almost a perfect fit and only needed a little trimming to fit inside the case cover.

Two stick'm tabs added to each side allows the case to hang on a wall.

This little compartment always looked like it needed to be a shelf.  
The other half is still waiting for its repurposing turn.
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Posted by Labels: Bingo, Mod Podge, musical instrument case, repurposed, shelf

40 comments:

  1. SarahApril 2, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    I really like this! Another repurposed beauty.

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  2. Wax Beach ArtistApril 2, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    Wow, that is so cool. You are truly an artist, I love this wonderful assemblage piece!

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  3. BEAR's MomApril 2, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    too cute...very creative!
    ~victoria~

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  4. Glenda/MidSouthApril 2, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    What a cute idea!
    Enjoy your week.

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  5. Sherry@Back2VintageApril 2, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Betsy, this is great! Love the old bingo cards and bingo balls. What a clever idea!!!

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  6. Connie MercerApril 2, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    Betsy~this is awesome girl!!! What a great find and LOVE the way you altered it!! What a way cool decor peice you have ~loving it!!!!:):)

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  7. RobinApril 2, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    Awesome piece! Have a great week.

    Hugs,
    Robin

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  8. Michelle L.April 2, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    Beautiful - the shape makes it a perfect wall shelf!

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  9. KathyApril 2, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    This turned out great - I love everything about it, including the "play" on words. Well done!

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  10. Linda @ A La CarteApril 2, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Amazing what a few bingo cards and some imagination can do! I love it!

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  11. PamApril 2, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    That's so cute! What a great idea.

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  12. SueApril 2, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Betsy, I love those antique Bingo balls and the use of the typewriter keys on the ledger. What a fun theme! ~ Sue

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  13. Barbara JeanApril 2, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    to to toooo adorably cute and creative!! Love it.

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  14. Sharing ShadymontApril 2, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    Terrific idea! This is my kind of project!!

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  15. Rosemary@villabarnesApril 2, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    Your creativity always makes me smile, Betsy. Love this.

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  16. momto8April 2, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    so creative and so fun!!

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  17. Eclectically VintageApril 2, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Perfection - that tarnished silver tray filled with those amazing bingo balls - I want it!! And the post below with the amazing milk glass and silver - what a score!! You go girl!
    Kelly

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  18. The Polka Dot ClosetApril 2, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    Betsy, you are sooo creative, I love it!! What a great idea!

    Carol

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  19. patApril 2, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    I love the new shelf. Very creative!

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  20. Faire NotionsApril 2, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    The case made a great looking shelf. Very clever. Is it me or did you make a few changes to your blog? I hope it's not me! Looking good. Lisa

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  21. LaurieApril 2, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    How fun -- the little 'shelves' inside the case are perfect for display! I've always loved the texture of old instrument cases.

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  22. Diane WritesApril 2, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    I never thought those vintage pieces would emerge that beautiful. As always, I LOVE IT! And I notice your new blog header Betsy, I love it too :)

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  23. Little Miss MaggieApril 2, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    What a great project. I have a couple of these laying around. I must try this. Thanks for sharing.

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  24. Art and SandApril 2, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    Love your display and I am coveting those old Bingo balls!

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  25. JeanneApril 2, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    I love it all, especially the typewriter keys on the scrabble holder! Cute, cute, cute! I'm your newest friend..I must see more!

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  26. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeApril 3, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    ARE YOU KIDDING ME???? This is the most adorable thing I've seen! Love those bingo balls and the whole theme!

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  27. Karen BatesApril 3, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    Too cute!! I love it! Everything about it is perfect!

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  28. AnneApril 3, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Betsy,
    You did it again.Turned something a cool find into a unique and wonderful piece.....LOVE it!
    Anne

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  29. Sweet Posy DreamsApril 3, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    Wonderful! Very creative!

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  30. andrea@townandprairieApril 3, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    The industrial vibe of this little vignette is so charming.

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  31. A Cottage MuseApril 3, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    That is very cute!!

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  32. Faye ~ Wild Rose Vintage ~ Cabin CreekApril 4, 2012 at 6:05 AM

    That really turned out! Great idea!
    Faye

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  33. Gina GaoApril 4, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    These are really cute pictures. You have a great blog.

    www.modernworld4.blogspot.com

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  34. BohemianApril 5, 2012 at 3:15 AM

    Oh Betsy what a fun Vignette you have made with these Vintage Game Pieces! And I'm adoring all of your Tarnished Silver too... *Winks*... yep, I see we're cut from the same mold. *Smiles* Thanks for stopping by for a visit.

    Happy Easter... Blessings from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  35. PlushpussycatApril 5, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Ooh, Fun! I love repurposing vintage things too! I make dioramas and plushies from repurposed materials. I'm really glad I found your blog today! :-) I've got an 8-week, 8-prize blog giveaway going on with tons of vintage miniatures, lace, and other craft supplies. Welcome to join the giveaway! www.plushpussycat.com :-) Jennifer

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  36. Charm Bracelet DivaApril 6, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    LOVE the old bingo balls! Wherever did you find them? And the repurposing of the music case is genius!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  37. MimiApril 7, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    What an incredible vignette you've created from these items. Quite lovely.

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  38. AngieApril 9, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    LOVE it - very unique! I'm featuring you tonight at Knick of Time Tuesday and here will be an "I Was Featured" button waiting there for you!

    Blessings,
    Angie @ Knick of Time

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  39. imsteelefullofscrapApril 10, 2012 at 3:35 AM

    Love your idea I so want to find one now...

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  40. EllenaElizabethApril 21, 2012 at 1:44 AM

    Upcycled uniqueness. It's great!

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