i have a small kind of odd shape bedroom that needs help. i don't have much choice in how bed goes as of limited wall space(windows & doors in way)and during the winter we have hot water heat so have radiator. i hate the headboard and dressers but cannot afford alot and want to do it my self. my comforter is now green and burgundy curtians. my walls are cream with slightly darker cream sponge with a burgundy sponging over that. We have had real hard time conecting romanticaly and want to surprise him. Any ideas? HELP

Can you post a picture? It might help!

Also, you might want to try your request over on the general decorating area. Loads of people on there would love to try their hand at this, I'm guessing!

Candles are romantic and always a mood setter, some flowers - real or silk add a nice touch, and there's always the music in the background.

Eliminate the headboard. If that is not possible, you can pick up metal bed frames at at mattress store and simply place the box springs and mattress on the new bed frames. You mention dresserS, as in plural. Eliminate one of them to open up the room and give the illusion of greater space. Many folks with smaller rooms tend to have furniture that too large in scale or too much furniture.

Go with neutral color on the windows. The dark burgundy defines the space too much and calls attention to the small size and lake of spaciousness. Inexpensive curtain panels are available.

Solid green comforter? If you can sew, use burgandy curtains to make a couple of pillow covers for a splash of color and drama on the bed. Declutter to provide the illusion of greater space. Keep accessories and accents to a minimum, picking up the burgundy color.

Keep wall color a neutral. The burgundy on the walls defines the space as well. A busy sponge pattern is also distracting.

Welcome.

What is it that you "hate" about the dressers? Things like hardware, coloration, and even feet can be change by novice decorators for little money.

Your wall treatment sounds "busy". Sponging can be so if you use too many colors, too heavy a hand, too sea sponge w/ exceptionally large pores, smeered color application, or too much of a contrast on the colors used. Even w/o a pic, I suspect yours is the case. It could also be too dark for your small space. Painting brings much bang for the buck. I suggest you first find a print (either new bedding, rug or drapery) which features colors and pattern you and your SO agree upon and use it to establish your scheme. Pull a color that will evoke the feel you seek in a value that best provides contrast to the bedding and furnishings and suits the size and lighting of your space. If ambitious, you might consider a shadow stripe on the walls using two hues from the same chip or two sheens of the same chip. This involves careful measuring and taping off w/ painter's tape however. The end results can be understated and elegant. The texture on the walls will be soft. For a small space, an optional wide horizontal band may be preferable. In any event, keep the color on the light side w/ a soft degree of sheen to reflect light.

An addition of a floor mirror will double room size, lighting and if carefully placed, the reflection should be pretty as well.

Things that tend to detract from the romantic feel you seek may include:

too much clutter
too many frilly details, too masculine in feel or too plain
no unity in design
too bright a hue on walls (not restful and conducive to relaxation)
a desk area w/in the bedroom (esp. a cluttered one)
exercise equipment w/in the bedroom
electrical equipment exposed and untidy
sporting equipment in the bedroom

Things that generally add to a romantic feel include:
candlelight
a framed portrait of the couple
a pleasant (not overpowering nor too floral) scent you both like
lush and/or sensual textures in pillows, bedding, a chair, bench or stool, drapery, etc.
some print interest
a color scheme you both enjoy esp. a tranquil or exotic palette depending on your personalities and passions
music you both love (including a sound machine of soothing nature noises)
a canopy or high poster bed if doable
mood lighting (not just candle glow)
a comfortable/inviting environment
a clean/neat space void of clutter (visual and material)
a good mattress and pillows
elegant, sensual bedding

If a headboard is not to your liking (and depending on your skill level, current design of said headboard and of course, budget), check out the ideas on the lefthand (green) column of this page entitled "Headboards" under the MORE LINKS. There are many DIY options which may fit the bill. Depending on the style/feel you seek (and wall space), you might use things like a piece of grillwork, a padded and upholstered piece of wood, a decorative wall screen, stenciled faux headboard, or even a shutter or door to serve as one. Creating a canopy or partical canopy over the top of your bed will definitely add an element of romance also. There are many ways to achieve this look even to suggest one.

For tight spaces, think vertical via stacked dressers, an armoire or wardrobe cabinet instead of a dresser, and utilizing dead space (ex. under the bed, along ceiling line, in corner, behind a door, under a skirted table.

Hope I've got your creative juices jump started. Do browse deco mags for inspiration. The fabrics (or papers) you use will definitely be a source of both color and feel inspiration. A monochromatic space is visually enlarging also. Pay attention to small details as you go. They will help make your space special.