How to make a suitcase for dolls

Dolls, like people, should have everything they need for a full and active life. From time to time they go on trips. This is where the need to pack all the necessary things arises.

An important accessory for any doll's trip is her suitcase. It should be beautiful, comfortable and roomy.

How to make a suitcase from cardboard and paper

The easiest way is to make a suitcase from scrap materials such as cardboard and paper. First you need draw a pattern future product and think through everything down to the smallest detail.

Using glue, we connect all sides and get a box. Next, it needs to be pasted over with a piece of leather or suede for greater realism. It is better if the joint is at the bottom of the product.

Using a thin piece of leather we make a border around the entire perimeter of the suitcase, as well as straps. Then glue the handle. We also make it from leather, and reinforce the joints with an additional piece of material.

IMPORTANT! When working with glue, prepare a soft cloth or cotton pad to remove excess glue in time. The product will be more neat.

How to make a suitcase from a box

First you need to find a box of the right size. A matchbox or any other item from cosmetics, jewelry or other things would be ideal. Next, follow a certain sequence of actions.

• The first thing you need to do is seal all edges of the box, i.e. make it unified.
• After the glue has dried, you need to cut lengthwise into two parts using a utility knife. You get two halves of the suitcase.
• Further cover these halves with self-adhesive film or colored paper. In this case, it is better to compress the corners and then cut off the excess material.
• We cover the inside of the box with a material of a different color. It is better to use thin fabric.
• We cover three sides of the box with satin ribbon, thus making an edge and covering the junction of the two materials.
• After that, you need to glue the two sides of the box in such a way that so that they are mobile. For these purposes, it is better to use lining fabric or lace ribbon.
• We add decorative elements to the product on the outside, and also make a handle and Velcro fastener.

You can stop there, but for greater realism it’s better to add wheels, for example, made from round beads.

ATTENTION! When using a matchbox, you can make a doll suitcase much faster, since it already consists of two ready-made parts.

The rest of the assembly process will be the same.

How to make a plastic suitcase on wheels

A plastic suitcase on wheels is a very convenient and practical thing for any doll travel. She looks stylish and interesting.Making it with your own hands is quite simple.

For Lol dolls

The basis of the product can be a box of dental floss. In fact, this is a ready-made plastic suitcase. You just need to complete a few steps.

• It is necessary to remove all components from the box and remove all stickers.
• A matchbox is suitable for arranging the interior space. It is better to cover it with bright fabric or cover it with colored tape.
• Special strapsprotecting clothes if the suitcase opens can be made from ordinary rubber bands.
• It’s also better to do it on the inside of the lid. pockets or elastic bands. To ensure they hold firmly, they are inserted into special recesses and also glued to the base with ordinary plasticine.
• It's easy to make wheels for a suitcase using a regular toy car.. The wheels on them come off very easily. You can also make them using a toothpick and small medicine caps.
• Retractable handles are made from cocktail tubes with a bent end. Insert one into the other and bend one of them in half.
• The top of the handle can be wrapped with electrical tape. You can attach the device using adhesive tape.
• The resulting product can be decorated with a sticker.

For Monster High

A suitable travel bag for Monster High can be made according to the scheme suggested above. Plasticine, as well as bright acrylic paints and various ribbons will help you decorate your suitcase. The main colors of these characters are black and pink. Monster High loves bright shiny suitcases on wheels. Therefore, you can use shiny self-adhesive or fabric.

REFERENCE! Buttons, fasteners and other elements can be painted with acrylic paints.

Thus, you can make a beautiful and comfortable suitcase for your doll with your own hands using available materials.To do this, just show a little imagination.

Taking the necessary things with her, your favorite doll will boldly set off on a journey to conquer new cities and countries.