Sometimes (particularly these hectic days), I think my mom reads more blogs than I do. She is always finding really great decorating ideas for her home here and there, and I am lucky when she forwards them to me so that I can see what she’s up to!
Recently, she found a gorgeous headboard at House of Turquoise (hello, Eye Candy!) that she wants to figure out how to replicate:
The mirrored part of this headboard would be easy. Although my mom already has floor to ceiling mirrors in the room she is redoing, you could just as easily apply mirrored tiles or larger pieces of mirror to the wall. The issue is figuring out how to install the clover-shaped moulding.
Upon closer inspection, you can tell that the moulding is just one piece that has two curved sections applied in a pattern to form the clovers. We could always just do straight moulding in a grid-type pattern, but I think the curves on this headboard give it much greater interest. We’re also thinking that we might not want it to be quite so detailed, since that would make it really hard to clean
Have you ever seen curved moulding such as this or do you know where we should look for it? Do you have any ideas on how to replicate this look?
Susan says
Maybe try some of that glass etching stuff and a stencil instead of wood molding for the intricate designs. Then layer on the straight wood molding.
Shell We says
Hmm maybe take a sheet of mdf & trace the shapes on it to cover the size you need & then get jiggy with a jigsaw hehe Or maybe a scroll saw would work better?
Trish says
If you really wanted wood, you might be able to do something by cutting up round/oval picture frames.
I like the mdf idea. I’m trying to think of something similar you could cut with a utility knife
Mrs. Oh says
They make a flexible moulding but I don’t think it would be flexie enough to make those shapes. Plus it is very expensive!
Sylvia says
Maybe use masonite in a way similar to the MDF suggestion. Wouldn’t have the depth,though. I saw where one blogger (sorry I don’t remember the name) used masonite cut in “blanks” to make a wall look like wood. Also, I personally would not attach mirrored tiles directly to the wall. Nightmare to remove down the road when it is time for a change.
Amber says
I would frame the entire outside with moulding and then (stencil) paint your design on the tiles. Such a pretty room!
Robyn says
I agree with the stencil idea. Well, unless your mom is like mine that keeps her room the same for years and years 😉
Mel says
I have nothing else to offer but think stenciling with etching cream is a good idea, then frame out each square.
My comment is about the MOLAR benches at the end of the bed; blech! LOL They do not work well with anything in this beautiful room.
Erin says
Your mom could use bendable moulding, like this: http://www.doityourselfchic.com/category.sc;jsessionid=24B92DA16E29C2FEBE3CE4AD03B3436A.qscstrfrnt01?categoryId=10
Might end up being a pricey project, though!
Wendi says
My first thought was to use vinyl for the curved shapes. I also like the etching idea. Just use wood on the straight pieces. Be sure to paint the backs and use clear adhesive so the reflection in the mirror still looks nice.
Norma says
how about using vinyl?
Norma says
or vinyl and wood. Wood for the outer frame and vinyl for the curvy parts
Big Boops says
First thing I thought was paint. I would paint it on. Fastest, cheapest, easiest to clean.
Susan Martin says
I think vinyl is a great idea also. If your mom is set on it being wood and you are unable to find a way to do the clover pattern, I think the pattern found on the pendant lights over at Isabella & Max rooms would look great. I believe she called it “Cat’s Cradle”. It has all 90 degree angles and could be replicated more easily than the clover pattern, but still be very striking.
http://isabellaandmaxrooms.blogspot.com/2010/07/kitchen-island-pendant-lights-revealed.htmlg.
Vicki says
And I thought I was so creative when my first thought was vinyl– but add me to vinyl list… my reasoning is two fold.. Easy to cut with a cricut and it would be more comforttable to lay against then wood sticking out.
Jennifer says
I want that headboard! Please figure out how to do it!!!
kelli hansen says
I would look for trellis’ to use.
Regan says
Create a stencil out of vellum and use that spray glass fogging stuff to create the shape of the “moulding” Let us know what you decide!!
Becky says
How about something ready made with a mirror behind it. There are a lot of scrolly metal plaques that could be painted and grouped together that would achieve a similiar effect or maybe something along that line.
sewtara says
Etching stuff was my thought too. Or maybe cut designs out of white vinyl with a Cricut or other such thing. That would create a solid look in the lines of the design as opposed to the opaqueness of etching materials.
It is a pretty awesome headboard 🙂
Jennifer Juniper says
A girlfriend of mine got some custom sized inserts for her windows to make them look like wrought iron – it was plastic, but you’d never know. Maybe something like that? I can’t remember where she ordered it, but I’ll ask!
teresa says
a custom frame shop could order the mouldings. they use it to make round and oval custom frames – again it could get expensive quickly.
It is beautiful.
Annie Rose says
To be honest I would save up and try and find a carpenter that would replicate the panels for you. My reason – This is a main focal point of the room. You see every time you enter. I just dont think this is going to be a project where “close but no cigar” is really going to cut it. If it doesnt have that certian something she is going to notice it every day. Where as if it cost alittle more but came out looking fabulous she will thank herself for money well spent.
Laureen Davis says
I would go with three MDF panels and cut out the designs with a router so it mimics the wood moulding more than just a flat cut. Beautiful headboard! I’ve been looking for something new. I might use this as an inspiration
Arlene Grasman says
Please do tell. Vinyl is all I can come up with
Angelia Hudkins says
I would cut it out of mdf/plywood and then router the edges.
Diane says
I would:
1. contact someone on Etsy who does custom vinyl cutting
2. etch into the glass. Etching is permanent, so all of your mistakes are there to stay. Etching cream is highly toxic and you have to really careful with it.
3. Paint it on. Paint is a LOT more forgiving and user-friendly than etching cream.
4. Cover the mirrors with white contact paper and cut the designs out of it. Has the added benefit of being very easy to remove when you make a mistake or are ready for a change.
Meghan says
Maybe you could use something like embroidery hoops, since those are round, and cut and attach the pieces like molding.
Melinda says
I popped on here to tell you to etch the glass, but I see I am definitely not the first to think of that. Still, it gets my vote!
cc says
I’ve seen wonderful goodies here:
http://www.invitinghome.com/wood-panels-corners/panel-molding-corners.htm
this is a terrific site and they have a WIDE variety of items – you will definitely find a combination of moldings that will create the look you want. Easy. Purchase flat mirrored panels from your local glass shop then paint and glue these on. Can’t wait to see the results.
jeanna says
What you need is ALOT of round picture frames, the circles would be cut in four pieces, then the clovers would take two round frames cut into four pieces each(eight pieces). If you could get a bulk price on ceiling medallions these are a poly-styrene (sp) so they are easy to cut and would adhere easily. The grid section would be done with thin trim moulding (more poly-styrene trim). I cant wait to see what you /your mom decide to do!
Cynthia says
Have her buy some quatrefoil cut vinyl from Shelley at the blog “Wonderfully Wordy”. If you check out her ‘house of smith’s’ blog you can see how she did that design in her pantry- looks really good.
Replicating that headboard with wood is a very difficult enterprise that would have to be done by a pro to get the right look. The above mouldings were likely created by a computer-guided machine. Getting even widths etc. would be really hard unless you are really experienced.
On my blog I posted a picture of my ‘Mom Room’ where I stenciled the walls with a similar design. Possible easier alterntive. There’s also a link in the comments to a really good blog where the woman did an amazing cloverleaf aka ‘quatrefoil’ design.
Suzy says
My suggestion is to make sure that whatever you put on top of the mirror comes off easily for cleaning. Can’t imagine trying to clean the glass between all of those openings!
Suzy says
Also, if you can find someone with a CNC machine they can cut out any pattern you can dream up pretty easily. http://www.customfinishers.com/
It’s probably something you can post as a “wanted” on Craigslist and a hobby CNC’er will do it reasonably. We had some custom vent covers made for our house with this method.
Angela says
Enjoy your blog. I have been following for a while. I have a dilemma today though. I have recently viewed a blog post, made a mental note to go back to it, then forgot which blog I was on. So, my question is have you recently posted a blog about a new rug in your kitchen? Thanks.
Suzy says
Angela,
Home and Harmony just got new Dash and Albert rugs: http://homeandharmony.blogspot.com/
Cheri Anderson says
Hi Sweeties!
I would hit the resale shops, especially Habitat for Humanities Restore shop and try to buy an old screen or old window panels to try to duplicate the look. It is amazing what they have in those shops, especially if you are near any large cities. Second choice would be to try one of those stores that specializes in selling salvaged goods from buildings. That’s my best stuff!
My best of luck to you in your search! Great blog!
Renee says
I googled clover mirror and came up with this mirror that sold at World Market for $39. Unfortunately, they are no longer available, or else you could have purchased 9, painted them white, voila.
http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/clover-mirror
Kyle says
i thought i had seen plans for that exact headboard on here, but maybe not… how about something like this…. http://ana-white.com/2010/10/20-squared2-headboard-queen.html
June says
How about looking for some old wooden window frames and replacing the glass with mirror tiles, that way you can attach the windows to the wall without permenately affixing mirrors to your wall. Once you have replaced the glass panes with your mirror tiles, you can stencil etch the mirrors for the same faux effect as shown in this pic……kinda got my creativity flowing……I just love Pintrest and sharing ideas with others. Hope this may be helpful to you!
Michelle says
I think this crafty girl idea might work but you would have to paint it white. http://thriftycraftygirl.blogspot.com/2011/06/wrought-iron-except-its-not.html
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Sherry says
You could possibly use decorative room divider panels
Sherry Johnson says
I have recreated the headboard, but would love to know where to get the bedding. I have spend literally hours looking online, and can’t find anything.