The most expensive part of a new bed after the mattress, is by far the headboard, but it's also the one piece of furniture that makes any bedroom look more grown-up and pulled together. Whether you're trying to put the finishing touches on your own room or you're decorating a child's or guest room, here you'll find some fun, affordable and super-simple ideas for DIY headboards.
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Even better, each of these can be constructed for less than $50!
Curtain & Rod
A curtain rod can be mounted to just about any wall, so this idea though not obvious is a no-brainer. With a pretty curtain rod and one or more extra long curtain panels (depending on how gathered of a look you prefer) in either a solid color, a bold geometric or modern floral pattern, you'll have a headboard in just minutes.
Framed Fabric
I love that you can create on ornate, custom headboard with just a couple of pretty picture frames and a bit of fabric. No one will ever know that you made it from supplies you got at a discount store!
Wood Planks
Headboards made from stained wood planks are a huge trend in the DIY world right now. They are inexpensive, simple to make and can work with a wide range of decor styles from urban hipster to sailor chic.
Tufted Fabric
Tufted headboards are another popular DIY headboard choice and for good reason. The one pictured above was made for just $20! They are perfect for more traditional decor styles, and add an elegant and clean feel to any bedroom.
Tin Tiles
This is definitely one of those "whowouldathunkit" ideas, but what a great one it is. This tin-tile headboard makes major impact for minimal investment. Because you can buy the tiles unfinished, you can customize your headboard to be any hue you like.
