Bookcases, Bookshelves

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.

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.

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 small 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.

Build a mission style book trough using this cut list with diagrams. While there are limited instructions, there is enough information to build the project.

Build a unique stacked bookshelf using the free woodworking plans available at the link. The size could be modified using the same construction.

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

While there are no dimensions given, this is a great tutorial on building this low bookshelf/bench.

Build this open shelving unit which features a drawer on the bottom using these free step-by-step instructions.

Build this small cabinet which features two lower drawers for added storage. Here are the free step-by-step instructions.

It may be knock-down construction, but that is where the resemblance ends. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Build this stackable bookshelf system any size you wish using this tutorial.

These adjustable bookracks look nice and do a good job of holding books in place. They do not hold a lot of books but they are easy enough to make that you can make several. This would make a great gift for someone who is into reading or has lots of recipe books that they like to keep close at hand.

This is not a conventional bookcase, but a series of modular units that can be arranged in different way according to changing needs.

Build a mission style book rack using this cut list with diagrams. While there are limited instructions, there is enough information to build the project.

Build a modern bookshelf using these free step-by-step instructions.

When you hear the phrase knock-down furniture, you probably picture something that comes in a cardboard box, takes half an hour to assemble and can barely hold its own weight. Well, this cherry knock-down bookcase definitely does not fit that mold. It may be knock-down construction, but that is where the resemblance ends. This project is a classic design that looks great and offers a few woodworking techniques that just might surprise you. It is knock-down construction the way it should be!

Direct link. Featured in Issue 126.

Build this mid-century style bookshelf using the free downloadable woodworking plans at the link.

We used the Peace symbol for these bookends but you could use just about anything.

This is a reprint from Things To Make by Archibald Williams published in the early 1900s. I have included it because it looks like it would be an easy project to do and it is interesting to read.

Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 39. I used biscuit joinery to assemble the sides of the Knock-Down Classic Bookshelf, but the traditional mortise and tenon joinery shown at right will do the job just as well.

For something a little different, try building a bench stacked bookcase. Here are the free plans to build it.

Build this awesome sawhorse bookshelves using the free downloadable woodworking plans and video at the link.

Here is a tall, floor-to-ceiling bookcase with the versatility to serve a variety of purposes.

With a different base and a few molding profile changes you can give your low cherry bookcase an entirely new appearance. It will not take any additional work but you will notice a more traditional look. This alternate design option is available to download in this Online Extra.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bookcase. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. 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 bookcases. 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 bookcase measuring 42 inches wide and 6.5 feet tall. 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.