DIY Monogramed Headboards

In preparation of the new home, there were a few DIY projects that I have been meaning to get around to.  And when I say meaning to get around to, I mean YEARS of keeping inspiration on my computer screen in hopes of getting to them when I had some "spare time."  I think we all know how that ends up working out :) 

 

Now that it's crunch time, I REALLY wanted to give the kids a room that would instantly make them feel like it was theirs.  We have moved some many times the past few years, that I know how hard it is to adjust once more, and this time, I wanted it to feel like HOME!  Easier said than done right?  For me, if they came into the house with their rooms complete, then that would help make the adjustment that much easier.  One of the items on my to-do list was these EASY, and I do mean EASY, headboards.  The hardest part of this whole project is getting all the items together at the store.  I recently completed this project for $150.00 total for TWO, and each one took me less than 30 minutes to complete!

 

Here is the list of items that you NEED + TIPS: 

 

** do not forget your fabric. When I took this photo, my linens were at the embroidery shop getting the kids monograms placed.  I knew I wanted them to be personalized when I started this DIY Project.  The monograming cost $50 for both.

 

* Batting :: Go cheap on this if you can since you wont see this on the outside and it will help to keep the foam straight.

* Foam ::  Instead of purchasing at JoAnne's, I used a queen mattress topper from Target, which cost significantly less.



Make sure to measure your bed size and find the correct height and length for the plyboard. Mine was 39x42.  I also used a heavier piece of wood.  This is ONLY because I sent my husband out to purchase the wood at Lowes and he came back with this because it was "nicer" and "on sale."  I think next time I'll just go do it myself:) 

 

Lay your fabric flat on the ground, then place your batting, then the foam and then the wood.  Use the adhesive to your plyboard so the foam sticks to it.  I did this step, then cut the foam to the correct length.  Using your staple gun secure the bating to the wood.  ** This is great when you have a little aggression to get out :)  Do this step again to secure your fabric.  Make sure when your pulling and stapling that your fabric does not bunch up on the other side.

 



It's really as easy as that.  Each took me less than 30 minutes to complete.

I did not mention about how I will secure them, because mine will not be connected until we move.  BUT, when we do secure them, they will be drilled into our bedframe using 2x4's. I considered using the wall, but I like to move my furniture too much for that to work, Plus they are heavy [because of the wood] and I didn't want to ruin our new walls! [Plywood would not be as heavy].

 

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to comment below!  Happy DIYing :)