Bookcases, Bookshelves

If you are looking for a more custom look, build a set of built-in-bookcases, perfect for an office, den or living room. Follow along at the link to build your own using the free bookcase plans.

This handsome arched bookcase features closed storage on the bottom and a beautiful arch on the top with open shelves. Build this project using the free woodworking plans at the link.

To build these beautiful bookends you will need to have a scroll saw. It's an easy project you can complete over the weekend. Check out the how-to at the link and go make some sawdust.

This large bookcase measures 7 ft tall x 4 ft wide x 12 in deep. The shelves are spaced 12 inches apart. You can customize it to suit your needs. Oh and it was built in two pieces incase you were wondering how to get it in your house. Follow the free plans and instructions at the link.

These bookends are easy to build and you can customize them with what ever interest you might have. Follow along at the link to build yours this weekend. Would make a great personalized gift too.

This basic bookcase is a good beginner project if you are just starting out in woodworking. Perfect for the more advanced too. At the link you will find step-by-step instructions for building this basic bookcase.

Isn't this bookshelf interesting. If you are tired of seeing the usual looking bookshelves, why not build something a little different. Use the free instructions at the link to build this fun bookshelf.

This floating bookshelf is perfect for a small space. Is you are interested in building them, check out the free step-by-step instructions at the link.

Aren't these built-in bookshelves awesome. I say that as I look around to see where this could go in my home office. Check out the full build at the link with free instructions.

This is a modern take on a corner book shelf, the corner book nook. Of course you can build it as tall as you wish (perhaps securing it to the wall). Narrow, it doesn't take up a lot of valuable floor space while giving you a place to house your books. Free plans at the link.

This modern bookshelf takes up little visual space with it's light and airy look. Now you can build your own bookshelf like this by clicking through to the free building plans.

These arched bookshelves were built using 3/4 inch plywood and a few basic tools. Plywood is perfect if you plan to paint this project. Follow along at the link to see how to build it.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for sliding bookends. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a shelving unit that could be used as a bookcase or for storage. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an open face hutch for a home office, doors are optional. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This bookcase was featured in the I Can Do That column in the August 2008 issue of Popular Woodworking magazine.

A couple of weeks ago we made a really nice little recipe box. Well this week we are making two and turning them into bookends.

A bookshelf that I have at home. I created these simple woodworking plans from the measurements I took.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bookrack. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Mission style bookcase. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a book stand, which makes a great piece of furniture for the living room or childs room. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a built-in custom cabinet with drawers in the middle. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bookshelf. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for contemporary shelves. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Gail from My Repurposed Life shows how she made a great bookshelves from an old door.

This shelf unit is simple and inexpensive to build. It features adjustable shelves and can be used in the house or workshop. It can easily be mounted on your workshop wall.

A 36 inch wide x 36 inch deep x 96 inch high bookshelf. This is a basic design which should be easy for beginner woodworkers.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a knockdown bookshelf I made from cherry. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Here is a great project that will really exercise your woodworking abilities -- a set of medium height bookshelves held together with dovetails.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a library shelf designed with dimensional lumber so that it is easy to build. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.