I mentioned in this post that the queen guest bedroom was only about 90% of the way done – with a headboard and new light fixture on the top of the list of things that had yet to be completed. I had been aggressively pursuing my ideal headboard – cheap, navy blue, with nailhead trim – on sites like One Kings Lane, Joss & Main, Overstock, etc. as I knew I had seen similar models. But with this being our lesser used guest room, I wanted to spend less than $200 on something. Introducing our guest bedroom with a blue headboard.
And then I found the one. I went with the Safavieh Connie Blue Headboard {Queen size} – as I’m sure you guessed by my super original title. It was on sale {I believe at 10% off} plus I had received a 12% off coupon and had some ‘O’ Dollars to use. So, this bad boy came in at just over $150 – making it even that more perfect. It only had one review {which was a 1-star: yikes} but I still moved forward – and I love it. And can I just throw in a free plug for Overstock – they seriously rock {which I already knew} – I ordered this on a Monday evening and it was on my doorstop by Friday morning. For free. Even though it was definitely an oversized package.
It isn’t a true navy – more cobalt/navy blend. But it works well in this room. I would describe the fabric as a microsuede-type texture and the nailheads are silver. Perfect for this room.
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This is certainly not an item I would pick for our master bedroom, but I feel like I can have a bit more fun in the guest bedrooms – hence this blue headboard and the stripes in the other room. I think the blue is versatile and classic enough that when I get sick of these pillows it will still work well with a lot of other color combos.
P.S. Seriously?!? How is it already August…
For a tutorial on the board and batten, go here. To see the full source list of everything found in this room {other than the headboard} go here.
- Paint window trim
- Paint baseboards
- Paint door casings and doors
- Board and batten wall behind bed {completed here}
- Find headboard {the DIY version no longer works with the board & batten}
- Add seating to room
- Find a larger bedside lamp {since the room can only accommodate one nightstand}
- Find drapes
- Change out all the outlets/light switches to white
- New chandelier to replace the boob light
Karen says
That looks awesome!
Vel Criste says
Perfect indeed! Patience is truly a money-saving virtue! 🙂
531aa51c-edae-11e2-a648-000f20980440 says
Absolutely beautiful! Great job, Sarah!
Freckles Chick says
I am SO pinning this. GORGEOUS, impeccable & flawless!! You’re a pattern/color mixing diva.
Jillian B. says
So classy- I love it! The color is beautiful, it looks great against the white wall!
Amber Koogler says
I freaking love your room! The blue against the white wall = perfect!! New follower from your feature over at A Blossoming Life! I also would LOVE if you would link up with us over at Give Me The Goods {1 party, 5 blogs!}
Amber@ Dimples & Pig Tales
Jen says
I really love your bedroom!! I just bought the navy headboard and would LOVE to purchase all the pillows. Can you tell me where you got them?
Sarah says
Thanks Jen! I actually made all of them {with the exception of the blue and white one which I got at Target}.