luggage for glass rods and tools?

[windsong]

Does anybody know if there is such a thing as a piece of luggage, on wheels, (like carry- on luggage)that would house glass, tools and other lampwork supplies to make taking everything to a studio easier and more organized. I rent time at a studio and this would be so helpful, especially if it was flame proof as well. Thanks

[jaci]

I don't know of any. But I know there are some neat bags on wheels for sewers and scrap bookers that may be easily modified. Even if you were to put those welding rod holders in them. Also look into a leather bar/mixology bag that would hold a bottle. It might be tall enough and have room for gadgets and fireproof. Might cost an arm and a leg though! Other than that there are toolboxes in wheels that may work with removable top boxes. Might check harbor freight or widget supply for ideas or welding supply co's.

If you got a toolbox with a lock you may be able to
Leave it at the studio you are at with no worries too.

[artwhim]

http://www.officedepot.com/a/product...-Folding-Cart/

Could something like this work? I envision rail fence sections, or gutter downspouts upright so glass could be stored vertically. Then another type storage container next to those with tools.

[Croft Eeusk]

I've got an old hard shell suitcase - it brought porcelain fireplace facing tiles safely through an international flight.

dj

[shawnette]

I use a welding rod carrier for my glass and a rolling laptop case to put it all in:

http://www.harborfreight.com/welding...per-46477.html

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/targus-m...b&kpid=8488326

I have a GTT Phantom with 5ft hoses and a crapload of tools. Everything fits in the case, including the glass, snacks, couple bottles of water and an umbrella. (Small umbrella.)

(That's not the exact case I have, but very similar. I paid $25 for mine at Walmart.)

[shawnette]

Actually, I keep my tools in an old purse like this one and it all fits inside the rolling case:

[cgbeads]

Originally Posted by shawnette

http://www.harborfreight.com/welding...per-46477.html

FYI, you can make dividers out of cardboard.


-D

[losthelm]

It depends on how much stuff your taking.
TSA rules for carry ons seam to change regularly.
It may be easier to ship to the hotel or studio.
Regional flat rate does fairly well, and extra insurance is fairly cheep.

[jaci]

I don't think they were looking to fly with it, just back and fourth to the studio/home

[shawnette]

I just picked up a new case today at Costco for $29. It's a bit smaller than my Protege, but everything still fits.

[losthelm]

Ok, that seams a bit easier to find.
I know Beatrix uses a fabulous rolling toolbox with trays and drawers.
At usually enough for 3 people to melt glass.

I use a much smaller toolbox with stacking trays for tools and stringer.
and a canvas tool roll for glass.

[Pnjelly712]

Love the flower pot idea...

[Listenup]

I have this in Black. It collapses down when I'm not using it.


I got it when I was publishing cards for working with deaf children & showing @ conferences. When I retired from that, I re-purposed it.

[artsyuno]

I use a tool bag with wheels from Harbor Freight with a smaller bag inside it for my tools.

[SharonP]

I use the welding rod cases, the ones without interior dividers, for my tools too. Works really well, even fits the big BBQ mashers.