Easy & Cheap DIY Headboard | Cardboard Box DIY | Aja Dang

Hi! I'm Aja Dang this video is a super EASY DIY on how to turn cardboard boxes into luxurious and fabulous headboards! This easy tutorial will allow you to take a $2,000 headboard idea (from Mandy Moore's house tour btw) into an affordable do it yourself headboard. This is super budget friendly as I only spent $300 on supplies and it was a great, beautiful way to update my bedroom.
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  • @fairylovr33
    @fairylovr333 жыл бұрын

    Idk where she bought that fabric but this can be done for waay cheaper than almost $400. Even w good quality fabric. That being said the result was very pretty and she worked hard at it im glad she’s happy w it.

  • @naomiduque6346
    @naomiduque63465 жыл бұрын

    I thought for a second you had like 5 dogs running around but then I realised it was a mirror 😂

  • @CupOfTae_SugaKookies_Sprite

    @CupOfTae_SugaKookies_Sprite

    5 жыл бұрын

    I wish there were 5 dogs. What's better than that? Nothing, that's what.

  • @thefancyeffect4913

    @thefancyeffect4913

    4 жыл бұрын

    Naomi Duque me too 🤣

  • @teddyelliot

    @teddyelliot

    3 жыл бұрын

    Three poodles is still a lot! But they're adorable!

  • @kashalord5101

    @kashalord5101

    3 жыл бұрын

    Me too

  • @cavsomecadence6117

    @cavsomecadence6117

    3 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate your tutorial. I especially love the fact that you featured my Havanese Maximilian Bucks Sayre.

  • @Dan-fx8ho
    @Dan-fx8ho5 жыл бұрын

    This is so cute and the result is really elegant. The fact you used cardboard isn't just clever (and super affordable/achievable) but also really smart. The headboard is really just decoration after all and just needs enough structural integrity to stay up. Great work!

  • @skylarmarcus2

    @skylarmarcus2

    2 жыл бұрын

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  • @drakekason3928

    @drakekason3928

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Skylar Marcus Instablaster ;)

  • @skylarmarcus2

    @skylarmarcus2

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Drake Kason thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im in the hacking process now. Takes quite some time so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

  • @skylarmarcus2

    @skylarmarcus2

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Drake Kason It did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. I'm so happy! Thank you so much, you really help me out !

  • @drakekason3928

    @drakekason3928

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Skylar Marcus happy to help :)

  • @George_uh_Glass
    @George_uh_Glass5 жыл бұрын

    Love love LOVE the wallpaper and green velvet and the way they contrast. Beautiful! The headboard gives me major Scarlett O’Hara curtain dress vibes 💚

  • @mariafaustino5202
    @mariafaustino52025 жыл бұрын

    Mandy Moore’s home interior is also my inspo for my furure house! Thanks Aja for showing us that we can also achieve it quite easily! Can’t wait to see your finished room!! ☺️

  • @g.pearson4726
    @g.pearson47262 жыл бұрын

    I love that he modeled your amazing work w his hands while laying in the bed

  • @user-cu2gp2py9v
    @user-cu2gp2py9v5 жыл бұрын

    LOVE the look of the green against the patterned wall - gorgeous choice!

  • @minkagaston
    @minkagaston2 жыл бұрын

    This looks so so good. That wallpaper and color/fabric combo is EVERYTHING

  • @demetriossporgitas2596
    @demetriossporgitas25965 жыл бұрын

    A Wild imagination is free of charge☺👍

  • @365gen
    @365gen5 жыл бұрын

    Loved the tip about where to get cardboard boxes from!! I never would have thought of that! Thanks for the video!

  • @lindseybraun7976
    @lindseybraun79765 жыл бұрын

    I am SO doing this!!! I LOVE velvet!! Thank you for the demo!!

  • @imperialzp
    @imperialzp5 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Now that is so beautiful and inspiring !!! LOVE

  • @christinamanolopoulos1337
    @christinamanolopoulos13375 жыл бұрын

    That color choice was absolutely beautiful

  • @hollyannehawkhead6523
    @hollyannehawkhead65235 жыл бұрын

    230 for fabric?!

  • @CupOfTae_SugaKookies_Sprite

    @CupOfTae_SugaKookies_Sprite

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hollyanne Hawkhead girrllll that number gave me heart palpitations! I would've just brought a headboard at that price lol However she did a wonderful job.

  • @kathrynfuller9007

    @kathrynfuller9007

    5 жыл бұрын

    That’s why I said I’m doing this! But I’m doing for cheap I

  • @almamukhanbetzhanova500

    @almamukhanbetzhanova500

    3 жыл бұрын

    Exactly!!! you can buy new headboard for $200!!!!

  • @flynna

    @flynna

    3 жыл бұрын

    I mean its good for the environment but holy fuck. I wouldnt even spend 100 for a headboard let alone 400 just go second hand if you care about recycling

  • @frenchfryequeen

    @frenchfryequeen

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can just go to the thrift store they always have lots of fabric or things you can use as fabric for super cheap. Plus your saving the environment

  • @SumBeautyAnnointing
    @SumBeautyAnnointing5 жыл бұрын

    Great job!!! I love it, I just would have placed it a little bit higher so that the beautiful fabric and stand out a little more against the white pillow 👍!!!

  • @jewdd1989
    @jewdd19895 жыл бұрын

    I love the inspiration, the green is stunning yet soothing. Green needs more appreciation for sure! Not a fan of the cardboard if I’m being honest, instead a manageable plywood as the sturdy base would’ve, for myself, been preferred. But that aside, I love the green separated pillowy puffs as a background against your phenomenal wallpaper! Literally took my breath away when you revealed it! If I try this I think, I’ll go with plywood backing and a 1x2 or thicker board like 1x4 frame surrounding each rectangle, not sure if I’d stain the wood dark or try for a lovely green accent that’s either stained or painted. If you chose a frame you could rip the plywood to size, add the batting/foam, lay the fabric over and use the frame to help secure it all to the plywood.

  • @christinasong7491
    @christinasong74915 жыл бұрын

    totally influenced my outlook towards how to decor :3 LOVE THESE DECOR DIYs!!

  • @GarmanyRachel
    @GarmanyRachel5 жыл бұрын

    I'd have used some thin osb or mdf boards if it was going to end up costing hundreds anyways! Looks great though!

  • @rhonasiegel845
    @rhonasiegel8455 жыл бұрын

    One of the best DIY projects I've seen👍👍👍

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    thanks!

  • @Dorkivieet
    @Dorkivieet5 жыл бұрын

    Excited for the room tour !!

  • @hissonshinegirl
    @hissonshinegirl4 жыл бұрын

    Excuse the miss spelling last post... fat fingers small key board.Lol This was a Great DIY explaining how to and where to get the cardboard. I love the separate panels making such a large span doable and creates squared individual panels much more interesting. Can't wait to try this a little higher up...And maybe some buttons in the middle of each panel...simple but quite elegant velvet headboard Thanks again!

  • @queens6583
    @queens65835 жыл бұрын

    Good job Aja! That wall paper is the bomb!

  • @jilliancrowton5798
    @jilliancrowton57985 жыл бұрын

    Loved this!! You go girl!!!! Totally something I would do myself ❤️💕

  • @harumitsu3014
    @harumitsu30142 ай бұрын

    I dont need any other tutorials now. It looks so good, and the idea of having it go to the floor is smart too, even if its more fabric. Because then it can stand by itself.

  • @dixielandpatriot7160
    @dixielandpatriot7160 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely BRILLIANT!

  • @lilydaquila9847
    @lilydaquila98475 жыл бұрын

    Yaaaasss!! MacGyver that ish!! This looks like fun. I don't need a new headboard, but this gives me an idea for a Fall project for my place.

  • @yaladawson1125
    @yaladawson1125 Жыл бұрын

    thank thank thanks much! definitely a game changer and i will be doing this soon.

  • @Carnivore_Oma
    @Carnivore_Oma5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for his diy. Mine came out great for my first attempt. 😊😊

  • @CraftingwithCass
    @CraftingwithCass5 жыл бұрын

    Girl u did that! I love it!!😍😍😍

  • @malaikasdurbin8960
    @malaikasdurbin89605 жыл бұрын

    This is beautiful!

  • @LivinBritNicole
    @LivinBritNicole5 жыл бұрын

    I love this diy and the outcome!💜

  • @staciejones303
    @staciejones3033 жыл бұрын

    Looks awesome

  • @PrettyBudget
    @PrettyBudget5 жыл бұрын

    Stunning!!

  • @margaritaroa8826
    @margaritaroa88263 ай бұрын

    Love the headboard

  • @melindaseptifiani1036
    @melindaseptifiani10365 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE YOU AJAAA. And your positive vibes

  • @ye9514
    @ye95142 жыл бұрын

    Exactly what I was looking easy and cheap. I won’t spend that much on the fabric. I love it

  • @lisaanderson2900
    @lisaanderson29005 жыл бұрын

    Well done!! That's a pretty color! Gonna look great Aja!

  • @melintheskywithdmns
    @melintheskywithdmns5 жыл бұрын

    That wallpaper girl 🙌🙌

  • @jacquelinevo5431
    @jacquelinevo54315 жыл бұрын

    I love your boyfriend's modeling of the finished product😂

  • @DistilledImages

    @DistilledImages

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, he's the best part of the video! Woof!

  • @heyASHARIE
    @heyASHARIE5 жыл бұрын

    Love the wallpaper!

  • @jacintaanderson
    @jacintaanderson3 жыл бұрын

    you inspiration image was the exact same one i was looking for a diy on here for! didn't even think of using cardboard for the back!

  • @nikkim-d3210
    @nikkim-d32105 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!! 😍

  • @NewAccountWhoDis
    @NewAccountWhoDis Жыл бұрын

    I love it! Yes, the cost of the fabric got me BUT it's still 200 cheaper than if I were to purchase a headboard I actually liked. I was shown one for 550! No thanks! The fabric you picked is exquisite! Just gorgeous!

  • @prettyfly.forabrowngirl
    @prettyfly.forabrowngirl2 жыл бұрын

    Too brilliant!

  • @nickyannajones
    @nickyannajones2 жыл бұрын

    Looks great!

  • @erikabarksdale5896
    @erikabarksdale58965 жыл бұрын

    nice! cant wait for an apt tour

  • @sophiecroteau211
    @sophiecroteau2115 жыл бұрын

    Super cool!

  • @hissonshinegirl
    @hissonshinegirl4 жыл бұрын

    This was a Great DIY to show of his simple this can be done. You achieved what you wanted from this. A great starting point, to add tufted, squared tufted etc.. For those wanting cheaper...The head board did not need to go all the way to the floor if you want to save $. And night stands cover that area if you have them. In reality the head board is very low if he was sitting up his head would be over the top? thanks for 'll the great insight in making the cardboard frame!

  • @kenn1936
    @kenn19362 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for doing this video. It has given me thought for the 'VANT' system that they sell for about £250 - £300 per 4 slats (and that is small) you would need a few thousand pounds/dollars to do a decent headboard with the 'VANT' system - now I can DIY my own with cardboard. My issue was how to do my own and put on the wall - now I have the answer!

  • @kijamu01
    @kijamu0110 ай бұрын

    thanks for this, gonna make a cloud headboard with this technique!

  • @ALeeQ111
    @ALeeQ1115 жыл бұрын

    Love DIYs 👍🏾

  • @pattytrevino2869
    @pattytrevino28695 жыл бұрын

    Hot damn!! That is a great idea 💚💚

  • @tennishill5079
    @tennishill50795 жыл бұрын

    Looks good. I want that wallpaper.

  • @ghoney415
    @ghoney4155 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE IT!!!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏💃

  • @margaritaroa8826
    @margaritaroa882617 күн бұрын

    Lovely

  • @lindseymeadows7727
    @lindseymeadows77272 жыл бұрын

    i love it

  • @xlovemeharder1667
    @xlovemeharder16675 жыл бұрын

    Very cool!

  • @tianaroy5566
    @tianaroy55665 жыл бұрын

    that glow up tho...upcycling in its truest form

  • @susanlee101
    @susanlee1015 жыл бұрын

    I loved this! Looks amazing and easy to do,,

  • @denisewj2679

    @denisewj2679

    3 жыл бұрын

    I thought of using pallets and put the padding on.

  • @byfalicia7474
    @byfalicia74745 жыл бұрын

    I'm dying @ the way her man is displaying her creation 😂😭

  • @ritikapillai8623
    @ritikapillai86235 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video 😊

  • @tinatoka
    @tinatoka3 жыл бұрын

    Good idea 👍

  • @PaintingtheRosesRed
    @PaintingtheRosesRed5 жыл бұрын

    Subbed! Thanks for sharing. ❤❤❤

  • @privateguest853
    @privateguest8535 жыл бұрын

    Very creative, artsy, and frugal project Aja! How about doing it with a wood frame (hardware store can cut wood pieces to your desired measure) and just wrapped the fabric around it to create a more sturdy and symmetrical design. I am an artist and used to staple canvas on wood which can be created in the same manner with fabric to create headboards, and if you know how to paint you can create designs with acrylic paints on the canvas or fabric to create personalized paintings of your liking. Just an idea in case the cardboard does not last or becomes loose with time.

  • @kathrynfuller9007
    @kathrynfuller90075 жыл бұрын

    This is a money saver !!!!!! But I’m gonna do this for a whole lot cheaper ! You did that

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    yes you can absolutely get way cheaper fabric for this!

  • @kaleidoscopicmind5
    @kaleidoscopicmind55 жыл бұрын

    Omg I legit thot of Mandy Moore’s house when I saw the thumbnail and then u referenced it!

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    kaleidoscopicmind5 her house is my dream house

  • @malehu

    @malehu

    5 жыл бұрын

    I just watched that video last week. Her house is everything.

  • @Itsaubae
    @Itsaubae5 жыл бұрын

    Where is the fucking love button! This is such a vibe I must have it!

  • @JC-pe8io
    @JC-pe8io5 жыл бұрын

    i love your dogs

  • @rayage777
    @rayage7775 жыл бұрын

    How long was Brian waving? I think his arm was getting tired by the way he changed up the wave.

  • @thegracecompany586
    @thegracecompany5863 жыл бұрын

    Your wall is amazing what stencil did you use ?

  • @supaguh
    @supaguh5 жыл бұрын

    Big sissy ajaaa ❤️

  • @isobellesantocildes4856
    @isobellesantocildes48565 жыл бұрын

    AD fan! Saw your comment on the Lily Aldridge video also. 😊

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    haha ya! It's my one of my favorite series' on KZread

  • @geraldynson753
    @geraldynson7533 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this I will make this in my condo in the philippines

  • @ndlovukazi5977
    @ndlovukazi59773 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @erinjk123
    @erinjk1235 жыл бұрын

    I've never thought of doing that.

  • @annesandiego2765
    @annesandiego27655 жыл бұрын

    I love you 😍💘

  • @sendychu571
    @sendychu5715 жыл бұрын

    LOVE. Where is that wallpaper from? I need it in my life!

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    bit.ly/2wdzDN2

  • @vineetasjourney8017
    @vineetasjourney80174 жыл бұрын

    Wow your so pretty

  • @AuthenticallyAshley
    @AuthenticallyAshley Жыл бұрын

    Hahaha your man modeling it

  • @icefirexd
    @icefirexd5 жыл бұрын

    man am doing this tnx for d idea ill find more box

  • @MyLittleSuri
    @MyLittleSuri5 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love this style and the DIY. Where did you get the wallpaper from?

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    bit.ly/2wdzDN2

  • @smoothlady36boss79
    @smoothlady36boss794 жыл бұрын

    Awe look at them

  • @kkmarrrrr
    @kkmarrrrr5 жыл бұрын

    Haven't even seen the whole video yet but always happy when you upload Aja! You're my favorite youtuber - you're relatable yet inspiring!

  • @ghalbeboloorin647
    @ghalbeboloorin647 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @imari2305
    @imari23054 жыл бұрын

    Turned out really nice but I think you could've gotten a cheaper velvet and still made it look wonderful. Thanks for sharing :-)

  • @AjaDang
    @AjaDang5 жыл бұрын

    For everyone asking: Got the wallpaper from Wayfair: bit.ly/2wdzDN2

  • @Pdunzelman
    @Pdunzelman5 жыл бұрын

    Love your wallpaper where is it from ?

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    Wayfair

  • @melissa1488
    @melissa14885 жыл бұрын

    I wood have used wood, cockroaches and silverfish love eating cardboard boxes. Looks amazing tho

  • @blank3115

    @blank3115

    5 жыл бұрын

    melissa wenham 🤮🤢

  • @damienr3086
    @damienr30864 жыл бұрын

    what brand staple gun are you using?

  • @PockySticksx3
    @PockySticksx35 жыл бұрын

    What kind of dog do you have? My dog looks very similar but she’s a light brown color. I rescued her and trying to figure her breed out.

  • @naeeders
    @naeeders5 жыл бұрын

    Where is the wallpaper from?

  • @minelise406
    @minelise4062 жыл бұрын

    Could I use Styrofoam instead og cardboard? I've got some big pieces laying around.

  • @EV-wp1fj
    @EV-wp1fj5 жыл бұрын

    My only critique is that I wish you spent less on the fabric. Otherwise, great DIY work! :-)

  • @dboizz
    @dboizz2 жыл бұрын

    where did you get the foam padding

  • @KN-zc3os
    @KN-zc3os5 жыл бұрын

    That floor lamp though! Where is that from please?!

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    Target

  • @Bohobambinos
    @Bohobambinos5 жыл бұрын

    How many yards did you use?

  • @eddie8936
    @eddie89365 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful , Wallpaper sold at. ?

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    Wayfair

  • @SimranPahwa
    @SimranPahwa5 жыл бұрын

    Aja, do you think your masters or undergrad helped you in any way to the point you are right now? I'm currently entering the third year of my undergrad for psychology, and I honestly don't know if I should be going into grad school or even complete my undergrad... My university is very expensive and I don't know if I'll land a good job after undergrad with this psychology degree. I'm not sure what to do, what do you think? I know it seems like a bit of a waste to not continue with my undergrad, but I don't really even enjoy psychology and I'm not doing too well in it either. I was thinking of taking a year off, but I don't think my parents would be too happy about that. I would really appreciate your advice!

  • @AC-qo8oq

    @AC-qo8oq

    5 жыл бұрын

    Simran Pahwa can I share my input? Get a degree in either nursing or engineering. It will be so difficult to get a job that pays a decent wage for a B.S. in psychology. You’ll have to go to a doctorate level in psychology to make a good living. Avoid gap years, transfer to a cheaper university, get loads of internships in this field, build connections because there will be no jobs waiting for you! You’ll have to hustle through 500 applicants for one job to get an entry level position. Then, there are layoffs and you’ll have to start from the beginning.. I guess you could work as a social worker but the pay is not great either. Good luck! 🍀

  • @christinalnelson
    @christinalnelson5 жыл бұрын

    Looks great! I’d probably use plywood and not cardboard so it’s sturdier.

  • @AjaDang

    @AjaDang

    5 жыл бұрын

    Christina Nelson it’s sturdy enough for me

  • @Musicbyknzie
    @Musicbyknzie Жыл бұрын

    How many yards of fabric did you need?

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