Bedroom Makeover with Craig's List Bed

I had been on the lookout for a new (to me)
king-size bed for my bedroom.

This is the bedroom before.

A four poster iron canopy bed that I
 bought for $59 many years ago.
That's the doggie's shabby chic cottage
(crate) at the foot of the bed.

This bed tray is on top of the crate.

I've had this bed for years and it was fine
 but it was time for a change.

Although, I did like decorating it for Christmas.

Lots of pictures HERE.

I wanted to find a large wood headboard and
 footboard that I could possibly paint white.

Something with lots of carvings, swirls and details.

I sold my bed on CL for $150, so that was
what I had to spend for another bed.

I found this one, large bed with 

headboard, footboard and side rails for $150.

It had all the details I wanted and 

it was in perfect condition.

We cleaned, polished and assembled it to see
 how it would look before painting.

Now I'm thinking that I like the wood tones.

So I'm leaving it like it is for now. 

I can always paint it later.

The large oil painting above the bed.

 It's such a different look in here.

Soon I'll change the bedding for winter 

and decorate the room for Christmas.

 That will be the test.

Cheers!

 The family that sold me the bed also gave
mea great recipe for Shrimp Alfredo.
They were making dinner
when we picked up the bed.

Links: My 1929 Charmer,
Between Naps On The Porch,
Dittle Dattle, The Girl Creative,
Under The Table and Dreaming,
Savvy Southern Style