I have slept on a few beds that didn’t have a headboard or even a proper frame when I was a broke and starving college student with very little money. At the time, I didn’t see the big deal with not having a frame let alone a headboard. As I got older and married, I realized that not only does a headboard provide stability to the bed frame, it also can really bring a room together much like a great area rug can. Think of your headboard as your bed’s crowning glory. It pulls your room into a nice little package and helps set the theme.
The only trouble with headboards is that they can be quite expensive and sometimes are not included when you buy a frame. This is where making your own can really come in handy. Not only can you do it much cheaper than purchasing in many cases, but you can make it look exactly how you want and it only requires minimal skill to pull off. Here are 13 Fantastic DIY Headboards to inspire you to create your own.
13 Fantastic DIY Headboards
This Barn Door Headboard from Shanty 2 Chic can be made for less than you think and in less time than you think, too.
If you are short on skills and short on time, but want a nice, rustic headboard, try making this Rustic Headboard from Radical Possibility for about $25.
She Said offers a really neat way to “fake” a nice headboard with this $30 Cardboard Headboard.
Live Simply offers a really neat DIY Distressed Headboard with a nice touch of added lights to it. This one looks super modern and functional!
Make a Brass Tack Headboard with these simple instructions from Welcome to Heardmont. I love how this looks super classic.
Lace and Glaze says you can pull this DIY Headboard off for under $15. What an incredible low-cost home decor project!
Make this DIY Herringbone Headboard from Pinterest Addict for a really neat and natural look for your bedroom. This would be great for that leftover plank wood you have from other projects!
I love this DIY Shutter Headboard from Samantha Elizabeth. Such a great way to use shutter that you have reclaimed!
This DIY Vintage Sheet Headboard is Easier to make than it looks. Get the instructions at Happiness is Homemade.
Little Bit Funky has a great Weave Look Headboard idea to make. I love the bright colors she chose for it!
Make this Curvy Reclaimed Wood Headboard from Remodel-aholic for a great rustic and classic look.
The planked look is huge for walls, but what about a new headboard? Try this other great design from Shanty 2 Chic for a DIY Planked Headboard.
Make this Faux Tiled Headboard for about $12 from Sweet C’s Designs. I love the unique look of this one.
More DIY Home Decor Projects
DIY Burlap and Fabric Wall Organizer
DIY Desk from Upcycled Bar Stools
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