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August 27, 2013

Upcycled Ikea Bed with DIY Tufted Headboard

If you follow along on Facebook, you’ll know that I was debating between getting a toddler bed and a twin for Miss E. Well, thanks to all of your feedback, I decided to go straight to a twin. I had a pretty specific vision in mind on how I wanted the bed to look. I was originally going to build the entire frame myself until I stumbled upon a really basic twin bed frame on Craigslist for $30 and it was the exact base I was looking for. It’s really similar to this one from Ikea.

Basic Ikea Bed Transforamtion with DIY Tufted Headboard via @tarynatddd

So today, I’m showing you how I transformed a basic $30 Ikea Frame using paint and adding a DIY Tufted Headboard. I have to say, it is exactly what I envisioned for her room and I am SO excited out it.

Upcycled Ikea Bed with DIY Tufted Headboard via @tarynatddd

What a huge transformation! And to think the whole frame only cost me about $100.

Upcycled Ikea Bed with DIY Tufted Headboard via @tarynatddd

I started by painting the entire frame in Annie Sloan Pure White Chalk Paint. I did this while the frame was disassembled. I did two coats to get the look I wanted and then sealed it in Annie Sloan Soft Wax. Already a huge transformation right there! White just makes everything better :)

Upcycled Ikea Bed with DIY Tufted Headboard via @tarynatddd

I have always wanted to make a DIY Tufted Headboard and this was the perfectly opportunity. I have to say I think the hardest part was making the buttons! My dad helped me make the headboard and I have to say it was much easier with two people. It helped to have someone hold it in place while tightening the tensity of the buttons and to have an extra set of eyes with placement. Since this was my first time making a headboard, I relied on tutorials from Thrifty Decor Chick and The Steen Style.

Here’s My Tip: Foam can be incredibly expensive at the craft store. If I were to buy the exact size I needed for this project, it would have cost me about $35 for a 2ft X 3ft piece. Instead, I found a 6ft foam camping mat at the grocery store for $19, and I only used half of it. That was a huge savings for me. I also used peg board instead of plywood for two reasons 1) it was cheaper 2) the holes were already there so I didn’t have to do any drilling.

Upcycled Ikea Bed with DIY Tufted Headboard via @tarynatddd

The beautiful duvet cover was made by my mom. She is an amazing seamstress and I always pull her into sewing projects when she has time! You might remember this fabric, it is actually what we used as a backdrop for Miss E’s 1st Birthday party! While planning the party way back when, I knew that I wanted to use the fabric in her ‘big girl’ room one day and it worked out to be the perfect size for her bed. And to top things off, Miss E has been asking for a ‘pink bed’ ever since we started talking about her new room. She absolutely LOVES it.

The fabric is from Hobby Lobby and it only cost me about $20 since it was on sale at the time. Since they don’t carry the pink anymore (such a bummer, but they do have black and cream now), my mom lined it with a white flat sheet. It looks great and it actually helped it from slipping off. So the total cost of the duvet cover was only $30.

Upcycled Ikea Bed with DIY Tufted Headboard via @tarynatddd

The room is slowly coming together. I have a lot more to do before I feel like it is exactly the way I envisioned, but it’s been really fun to see how excited Miss E about every new piece that goes into it. She is absolutely loving it.

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. cassie says

    August 27, 2013 at 5:59 am

    beautiful! i love the bedding! your mom is amazing!

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  2. Kristin @ bliss-athome.com says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:19 am

    Very sweet :) Love it! xo Kristin

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  3. Chelsea says

    August 27, 2013 at 8:57 am

    So pretty, Taryn! I love your tips – I never thought to buy a camping bed – foam is expensive! And Miss E’s bedding is gorgeous, I love that it was used for her first birthday too – has a sentimental touch!

    Reply
  4. Gina says

    August 27, 2013 at 9:11 am

    LOVE it- can you come over & transform my girls room too? I need some creative help with it ;)

    Reply
  5. ingrid@nowathomemom says

    August 27, 2013 at 10:57 am

    WOW! Taryn, you made it so pretty! the duvet your mother made is beautiful too! :-)

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  6. JaneEllen says

    August 27, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    Wow that is so terrific, so glad you found the frame with headboard for such a great price. Your Mom is one seamstress. That cover is incredible, she is so good. Glad your little gal was happy with her bed and new cover. Good idea to go to a twin, makes them feel better about their bed. You’ve done such a great job making her big girl room all you wanted it to be. Did that help to pass the time til new baby comes? Love that padded headboard.

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  7. K.R. Dixon Designs says

    August 27, 2013 at 10:51 pm

    It turned out beautiful! I am thinking about doing an upholstered headboard for my daughters “big girl” room as well! It seems so nice and cushy for the little ones! I’m sure E just loves her new girly bed!

    Blessings,
    Kayla

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  8. Elise says

    August 29, 2013 at 5:22 pm

    That looks so cute! I think we have that exact bed frame. We got it two years ago for my son and I still haven’t painted it…aaaah! Maybe I’ll wait till we have a girl so I can make it pretty :)

    Reply
  9. Cara @ Craftdictator says

    August 29, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    You did a great job with this! Come link up with us at Craft Frenzy Friday at http://www.craftdictator.com!!

    Reply
  10. Therena says

    August 29, 2013 at 11:11 pm

    This looks fabulous, and thanks for the tips!

    Reply
  11. nancy says

    August 31, 2013 at 12:27 pm

    Amazing job! I would love to include this in a roundup I am putting together, which will be posted on my blog. I will just grab a picture and give you a link back. If you’d prefer that I didn’t use this project, please email me at [email protected]

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  12. Fiona says

    May 11, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    So cute! I’m thinking about doing something similar for my cheap Ikea bed. Can I ask how did you attach the headboard to the bed frame?

    Reply

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