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5.10.2011

New Headboard

A finally used my $200 Joss and Main credit, which I won from one of my all time favorite bloggers, Seleta.  I was waiting for the perfect item to catch my eye.

This headboard had me at $258!  I had to chip in an extra $73 for the difference and shipping, but not too bad for a queen size professionally upholstered headboard.


I like the clean lines of this headboard and the nailhead trim finishes it off nicely.  I had contemplated DIYing one similar to this, but I knew I would never get those nail heads completely straight.


My mom and and I (with my husbands's assistance) made our previous headboard (below) a few years ago.  We cut the shape from MDF, covered it with batting and then fabric.  I ordered 10 yards of nailhead trim on-line,  and we added it to the edge.  This trim is very easy to work with and gives the look of real nail head trim, but again, it's difficult to keep it completely straight.  I liked (not loved) this headboard four years ago when we made it, but it was time for a change.


Due to my lack of patience, I disassembled the headboard we had on our bed and I put the new one up all by myself last Thursday evening.  My husband had to go to my son's baseball game and said he would do it over the weekend, but I just couldn't wait that long.  Seriously, what is wrong with me?


Our bedroom has a very calming vibe to it, but I really want to add an unexpected punch of color in there.  Not sure where or with what, but my wheels are turning.  Any ideas?

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Savvy Southern Style
Posted by Andrea at 10:12 PM
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12 comments:

  1. Abby M. InteriorsMay 10, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    What a beautiful bedroom! Congrats on the new headboard! Have you considered a coral color as your "unexpected"?

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  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 10, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Wow you won a great giveaway to get that from Joss and Main. I love shopping that site. Beautiful headboard and thanks for joining WUW.

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  3. ColleenMay 10, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    It looks really nice! That was a great win!

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  4. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMay 10, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Andrea love your new headboard, and your bedding and pillows are so pretty! Martina

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  5. Barbara@HausDesignMay 11, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    I'm so jealous! It's a beautiful choice and it's like you got it almost for free! I love how it blends so nicely with the floral fabric - very pretty.

    http://bjdhausdesign.blogspot.com/

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  6. Barbara@HausDesignMay 11, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Oh, and for a color - what about a soft mustard?

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  7. JennyMay 11, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    So, so pretty! I love the color palette in your room and the new headboard is a great addition! The drapes are gorgeous too, btw. I share in your impatience, and when I made my upholstered headboard, my husband was out of town, so I made my boys help me hang it. ;-)

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  8. The Remnant RoomMay 11, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    I love the headboard! The nail head trim adds such nice detail to the piece. Your bedroom is so soothing. Enjoy!
    Paula

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  9. simply seletaMay 11, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    This post makes me so happy - I love your new headboard!!! What a classic purchase, Andrea. Thank you for sharing with us! xoxo

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  10. dee deeMay 11, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Great pick on your new headboard! Personally I love the monotone, simple, classic look of your room! Beautiful!
    Dee Dee

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  11. elizabeth@themustardceilingMay 11, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Great headboard, I love the classic styling. I agree with Abby a pop of coral might be just what you need!

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  12. Richmond ThrifterMay 11, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I LOVE IT!!! THe nailhead trim is perfection! And thanks for the link to the other nailhead trim. I have been looking for that everywhere for a little project Ive got planned ;)

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