Another thing to cross off my "To Do" List

Just one more thing to cross off my "To Do" list is my bed. About a year or so ago, I decided to copy all those home decorating shows and make my own headboard. It was super easy. I even showed Jenny how and she showed her Sister in-law. I covered it in a purple suede type fabric because of course, purple is my color. I had heard shortly after that, that purple is the new decorating color of choice so I figured it should be easy to find a bedspread to match. NO WAY! The only purple thing I found was a duvet cover that was more maroon than purple. I needed something with a print so it wouldn't blend into my headboard. It's been over a year and I've had no luck. I decided to make my own. I got the inspiration from a pillow I found at IKEA only instead of making stripes, I went with blocks of color instead then sewed the same fabric from the headboard around the edges.

My other project for my bed was to make a frame for it. Most people use bed skirts to cover the box spring. I can't because I have a dog that takes revenge whenever his master leaves for the day. Having to take a skirt off and put it on a couple times a week is much too difficult with a king sized mattress. I got crafty once again and designed this frame. Simply pieces of pine painted black and then pre-made "feet". Brent nailed everything together for me and voila, a new bed. I'm rather proud of myself!