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Danielle B
Danielle B Blogger Middletown, RI on Jul 22, 2012
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DIY Fabric headboard

I love making headboards. This little cottage bedroom needed some bold color and some height (despite the 7" ceilings!)

My only option for placing the bed was between the windows and I hesitated to block the light, but I think this headboard gives me the height and pattern I was looking for, without compromising the natural light.

I used 1/2" MDF, 2 yards of Sunbrella, some quilt batting and a staple gun. Using a 2x4 for stablility and to bump it out to the level of the window sills worked perfectly.

Check out more photos at http://www.seasideshelter.blogspot.com/2012/...

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    Just push the bed up against it
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    Wall hung
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    I love blue and green together.
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    AJ enjoying her new bed
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  • KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO
    7' foot ceilings can pose a lot of design challenges....I'm 6' tall so these spaces always seem cramped to me...my sweetie however is much shorter and she never feels that way. The Colors add some nice POP.
    on Jul 22, 2012 · Like 0
  • Becky Blair, NE
    Perfect shape for your room Danielle. I love it! Brilliant design. I too love the color combo.
    on Jul 22, 2012 · Like 0
  • Danielle B Middletown, RI
    Thank you! I'm tall as well, but the height challenge is offset by the fact that I can paint anything in the house in my barefeet.
    on Jul 22, 2012 · Like 0
  • Becky H Tampa, FL
    You've done a great job of playing patterns/solids and complimentary blue/greens. The headboard is a lovely shape and accomplishes your goal of adding height to the room.....an inviting design.
    on Jul 22, 2012 · Like 0
  • Melissa-TheHappierHomemak... Aberdeen, NC
    looks great! I'm about to order that fabric for my patio!
    on Jul 22, 2012 · Like 0
  • MonicaMcGinn California, MD
    Hi Danielle. How did you attach the headboard on the wall??? I need to re-do my guest bedroom and just got inspired by your post. Second question: where did you get the nailheads and how did you apply them? Thank you :)
    on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
  • Danielle B Middletown, RI
    Hi Monica! I usually screw a spare piece of mdf to the wall with drywall screws, about 3' long. It helps distribute the weight. In this case I had to use a 2x4 because of the window depth. Then I use 2, 100lb picture hangers on the board. I use 2, 100lb "D" rings on the back of the headboard and hang it like a picture frame. If there is room at the bottom to push it in, I add another small block at the bottom center to the wall for extra stability. It's as easy as hanging a mirror!
    on Jul 23, 2012 · Like 0
  • Mary Alice M San Antonio, TX
    Love this headboard!!!
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