I picked up this little ledge shelf awhile ago because I thought it was cute and it was cheap, cheap, cheap (about $4). I didn't have any idea what I was going to do with it. See it above the bed? Yep, way up there near the ceiling.
Fast forward to putting together my bedroom. I love the idea of bed crowns, but thought all of those yards and yards of fabric would cost a fortune.
One day I was looking at my cheapy shelf wondering if I should just donate it then had an idea! I bought a dowel, cut it in two lengths to fit through the cutout sides of the shelf.
This is the back layer closest to the wall. I took two drapery panels that the former owner had left here and jammed them on the rod. (Yes, jammed, that's not a lot of space.)
For the second dowel piece, I purchased a premade valance for $8 on clearance with a V shape and beading. That gets jammed on, too.
The fabric header gets tucked in.
Lastly, it gets hung on two screws as close to the ceiling as possible.
Sorry for the poor quality picture(s).
The fabric is pinned into the wall with a straight pin on each side.
One final note: See the headboard?
It is the original one we bought when we got married (over 20 yrs. ago!). It was originally that "yummy" bright brass that was everywhere back then - it got hammered bronze spray paint, what else?
Here are a couple of other bed crowns for you to check out:
From etsy Unique Bed Crowns
And from Design Dazzle
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Trash to Treasure at Reinvented
Today's Creative Blog
Blue Cricket Design
The Shabby Chic Cottage
Funky Junk Interiors
Trash to Treasure at Reinvented
Today's Creative Blog
Blue Cricket Design
The Shabby Chic Cottage
Funky Junk Interiors
I love how this looks! Next time I go thrifting will have to see if I can find a little shelf ledge and give this a go. Thanks for sharing this with us.
ReplyDeleteThat's one of the BEST creative ideas I've seen in a long time. It looks great!
ReplyDeleteNancy
Looks great!
ReplyDeleteWonderful idea ~~~~
That's a great idea, Kim...and it looks super in your room. Thanks for sharing your photos of your process and the finished result.
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Donna
Clever and cute! I just love when that happens!
ReplyDeleteClever, beautiful, I love it!
ReplyDeleteHow cute that is. What a truly clever idea. I am treasure hunting for decorative shelves now.
ReplyDeleteoooooh! Neat! I love the layering of fabrics too! Great job!
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ReplyDeleteWOW...it looks outstanding! Such a clever idea you had here. Hope you have a FUN day!
Blessings,
Linda
Wow what a great idea! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteStopping in from SITS...love your sight. I became a follower and can't wait to come back and spend some time looking at your ideas. I love making a house a home!
ReplyDeleteI love it! My bedroom is woefully needing a makeover and this would look so pretty! Thanks for the photos - giving me some food for thought!
ReplyDeleteHow creative! Sometimes you get something even though you don't know what to do with it, because you know that one day it will come in handy, right?
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I absolutely love bed crowns. Your version is so simple and it looks great. Good for you!
ReplyDeleteVery creative use of a shelf. I love it.
ReplyDeleteWow this is amazing!!! It looks sooooo beautiful, as pictures cut right out from an interior design magazine! Very, very creative idea, and beautifully done! I absolutely love it :)
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GORGEOUS!! And, it's so nice to know how to do this!
ReplyDeleteStopped by from SITS, saw you in roll-call this morning! :) Have a great day!
Fabulous idea. And so thrifty too.
ReplyDeleteIt looks so elegant and romantic, what a neat idea.
ReplyDeleteThat was a clever project, and really transformed your room into a romantic retreat! Smart girl for seeing the possibility in that little shelf! You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteI'd love for you to stop by for a visit sometime.
XO
Heidi - Heart and Home
Hi, just popped over from The shabby chic cottage, and i just love your bed crown. It's gorgeous. What a great idea. Can't wait to come back and visit again.
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I WANT ONE! I love how you 'jammed' the fabric in and used a straight pin. That's my kind of decorating! I once stapled a valance on panels. I say this as my brand.spankin.new sewing machine sits in the other room.
ReplyDeleteSeriously, what a beautiful project. I've just got to do something w/our bed.
Looks wonderful! great idea.
ReplyDeleteWow! Now I will be looking for decorative shelves! A great project for me, thanks for posting such great how you did it pictures!
ReplyDeleteOh my I am stalking/following you. You rock girl, I love this. I can't wait to try this. You did a great job, thanks for the inspiration.
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Very pretty! Your bedroom is beautiful. Thanks for linking up!
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LOVE what you did with the Echo pillowcases/shower curtain! I've had that bedroom set for about a year and have absolutely loved it, but the ruffle idea is fabulous!!
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