I'll like the Trunk to look like a Normal old Trunk. but I need the Leather that goes on the side of it its kinda like a protection deal. I can find basically all of the other parts except for the Leather and the inside lining. Don,

For the leather, try naugahyde. Lots of colors, easy to work with, and readily available. If you want the thing to look old, you'll have to "distress" it. Check out some antique shops and look at some real old trunks to see what they really look like -- the locks, the fittings, and so on.

For the inside, wallpaper works fine. There's about a million different patterns. Just select one that goes with the "age" of the trunk.

I believe if you want something that looks like the original you should use canvass. This was a cheaper material they used in the old days. Leather was more for the places that got alot of wear like corners.

Just scotchgard it so you can clean it.

Wmhegbli that is why I'm asking about the Leather. all the Plans I've seen are minus the leather for the corners. also what year was canvas used on the Trunks. and what is the best way to apply/put it on. Don,

I do not know for sure, I am not that old , but I would say we are talking about the 20's or early 30's. I would glue the material on with a mixture of 50/50 white glue and water. You can shellac the material to give it an aged look if you want.

Wmhegbli Thank You I'll try that but I'll prefer something like from the 1800's I know they had decorations on the outside to Don,