Faux Window: In order get the effect of a "room with a view"; frame an outdoor scene, a beach sunset or a wallpaper mural with an old window frame. You will create the illusion of an outdoor view. You can find old window frames at a secondhand store, garage sale or the flea market.

Decoupage a headboard and use memorabilia from your honeymoon memories (if you are married or any event that you want to remember; college graduation, trip to Europe etc.) Use material from your wedding dress, silk flowers or lace from the nighty you wore on your honeymoon. Also things like baby pictures, fabric from your child's first blanket etc.

Stain the piece of wood ahead of time to match your bedroom furniture and buy decoupage materials and go wild! You can use pictures, stickers, thin material or anything relatively flat that you can attach to the wood and secure.

Making your own furniture can be quite rewarding and not to mention inexpensive. Follow a few simple steps and buy the right supplies and you will be well on your way. The headboard ideas listed above are simple, yet stunning. If you have not been able to afford a new headboard or you just can't find one that you like then try making your own and create the bedroom atmosphere you want to have in your home. All you need is some exceptional ideas and the courage to let your imagination do the rest.