This list of free woodworking plans will guide you to build bookshelves and bookcases of all sizes and purposes. Not all of the listings provide exact details on building methods. Builders should have some knowledge of basic wood handling and its characteristics related to the project intended to be built. Look for the page navigation link near the bottom of this list as there are many more pages for free bookshelf building projects.
Free plans to build this corner bookshelf are available at the link.
Build a fabulous freestanding bookcase for books or displays or both! The free step-by-step instructions at the link make it an easy to build project.
Here is a great way to fill an empty corner. Build these corner bookshelves using these free woodworking plans.
This easy to build project makes a nice corner display for any room in your house. Free woodworking plans at the link.
This wood and metal bookshelf is a great combination. You could make the black parts out of wood if metal isn’t your thing. Follow along at the link and watch the video to see how it was built.
This contemporary bookcase features fresh, clean lines, simple, strong construction, and a design you can modify to fit any room.
Neat right! This floating bookcase is perfect for when space is at a premium, like a hallway for example. Use paint or stain to enhance your project. build it using the free woodworking instructions at the link.
You can build this modern plywood bookshelf using just a few tools and 1 sheet of 3/4 inch thick plywood. Excellent! Follow along at the link to see how to build it.
At the link you can download the free woodworking plans to build this open shelving unit.
Once you have your supplies gathered this industrial style bookshelf will go together pretty quickly.
A few sheets of veneer plywood and some inexpensive molding, and you are well on your way to creating a proper showcase for your hardback favorites and treasured curios.
Gather storage space around your hearth with these step-by-step instructions.
Add beauty and extra storage to a space by building built-in bookcases with an adjoining window seat. Here is how...
Build a set of these sturdy rustic bookshelves using these free step-by-step instructions.
This is step-by-step of how to add recessed bookcases to an attic space.
Build this bookshelf using this great tutorial which includes the materials list as well as the cut list.
Build this beautiful bookshelf with metal accents using the free woodworking tutorial located at the link.
This secret door bookcase was built in an attic but perhaps you can make adjustments for another part of your home if the attic isn't accessible.
Build this simple modern bookshelf using the free step-by-step woodworking plans at the link.
Stabilize a wobbly bookcase on carpet by providing solid floor support, installing adjustable feet and by anchoring it to the wall studs.
Build a beautiful bookshelf like this one using these free step-by-step woodworking instructions.
Build wall-to-wall bookcases with this detailed free tutorial. Beautiful.
The download includes a full project article from Fine Woodworking, including a full-color, exploded drawing with dimensions, front and side views, detail drawings and plenty of photos along with detailed explanatory text.
You do not always need a big bookcase, sometime the space requires a small bookshelf. Learn how to build this one using these free plans.