Upholstered headboards almost have it all – they look beautiful and they’re super comfortable to lean against. But they’re often quite pricey too. There’s good news though… there are tons of great tutorials out there to help you make your own. So today we’ve rounded up 20 of our faves. Click through to check them out.
1. This velvet beauty uses wood and foam to create a traditional style tufted headboard. Get the full tutorial here. [Photo: Place of My Taste]
2. Here’s another button tufted headboard, this time with a cool shape which works well with the accent wall. Find out how to recreate it here. [Photo: Classy Clutter]
3. Yet another shape option for a button tufted headboard. Check out the how-to for this one here. [Photo: Artful Days]
4. This dramatic headboard is reminiscent of a wingback chair. Find out how to make it yourself here. [Photo: All Things Thrifty]
5. Use a vintage sheet to create this lovely take on an upholstered headboard. Learn more here. [Photo: Happiness Is Homemade]
6. An existing wooden headboard is used to make this gorgeous upholstered piece. Get the tutorial here. [Photo: Cre8ive Designs]
7. Here’s a more basic version of an upholstered headboard if you’re not up for a huge project. Check out the tutorial here. [Photo: Remodelaholic]
8. Here we have a cool upholstered panel idea… find out all the details here. [Photo: Vintage Revivals]
9. Add some drama to a twin bed with this beautiful headboard idea. [Photo: Carissa Miss]
10. Nailhead trim and a unique shape make this one stand out from the crowd. Find out how to make it yourself here. [Photo: The Hunted Interior]
11. This half circle headboard is just gorgeous… and super easy. Check out the tutorial here. [Photo: Reality Daydream]
12. Cool fabric is the real standout here! Read more about this crazy easy project here. [Photo: Brett Bara]
13. Transform a tired old wooden headboard into this upholstered beauty using this tutorial. [Photo: Cre8ive Designs]
14. Large nailheads give this headboard an über cool look. Check out the how-to here. [Photo: DIY Showoff]
15. This stunning piece includes both tufting and nailheads. Learn all about the project here. [Photo: Money Hip Mamas]
16. Throw some color into the mix with this fun upholstered headboard. Check out the tutorial here. [Photo: Classy Clutter]
17. This gorgeous paneled headboard is easier to make than it looks! Here’s the how-to. [Photo: Fabric Paper Glue]
18. This bright pink headboard is actually an IKEA hack! Check it out here. [Photo: Making Home Base]
19. Nailheads don’t have to be simple… try this unique idea here. [Photo: Amy’s Casablanca]
20. Basic upholstered rectangles can make a big impact… check out the tutorial here. [Photo: All Things Thrifty]
