In this post, we compiled 23 diy headboard plans. there are some truly imaginative blueprints, as well as some basic designs if you want to hammer something together in an afternoon. some of the more inventive designs include storage compartments, led designs and even one made from an upcycled chalkboard.. Headboard. june 3, 2016. the doors were from home depot, under $40 each. the hard part was getting the look right. the first attempt at antiquing was a big fail..