Closet Ottoman

In my last post I mentioned some other things I was looking for to decorate (usefully!) my closet.  Here are some of the ottoman ideas.

Transitional Footstools And Ottomans by New York Furniture & Accessories Kathy Kuo Home

Transitional Footstools And Ottomans by New York Furniture & Accessories Kathy Kuo Home

Traditional Footstools And Ottomans by Davie Furniture & Accessories Beyond Stores

Transitional Footstools And Ottomans by Newark Furniture & Accessories New Pacific Direct Inc.

Contemporary Footstools And Ottomans by Chicago Furniture & Accessories zopalo

The last two most closely resemble what I am looking for.  There is just something about a dark blackish blue that speaks to me.  It gives hints of darkness, night time, and a luxe one at that.  It seems like there should be some cheap way to make my own ottoman but I haven't found it yet.  I'd guess either leather or velvet fabric would be quite expensive.