This Do-it-yourself projects category features a collection of DIY free woodworking plans to shelf units and all types of shelving systems from woodworker related web sites. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality.
This behind the door shelf unit is narrow but still holds a lot!! Perfect if you need a bit of extra storage in the bathroom, bedroom or any room. Build it using the free tutorial at the link. Why leave valuable space empty when you could be using it for storage.
This set of sturdy storage shelving would be perfect for the garage or basement but could easily be used anywhere in the house. Build it from readily available lumber and plywood. The free woodworking plans for this project are available at the link.
Build this shelf with hooks for your bathroom or entryway. Perfect for holding keys, dog leases or what ever you want. Build it this weekend using the free plans at the link.
Don't let perfectly good space behind your bathroom door go to waste. Build a set of behind the door storage shelves. They will be narrow but plenty deep to store items. Follow along at the link to build your own bathroom shelving.
While this is called a stocking shelf, and it is perfect for that use, it can be left up year round and used for many things. Easy to build using the free building instructions located at the link.
These corbel shelves are perfect for additional storage in the bathroom, laundry room, mudroom or kitchen. Easy to build using the free woodworking plans available at the link.
These hexagon storage shelves are not only beautiful but functional too. Handy for actual storage or even to display a collection you might have. Build one or a lot, it is up to you and your space. Check out the free woodworking instructions at the link.
This mug display shelf is perfect for someone who collects mugs or enjoys seeing their favourite mugs everyday. Build it using the free woodworking instructions at the link. You can customize it to fit your mugs.
This shoe shelf is customizable to suit your available space. Keep your shoes organized and honestly it just makes more room for more shoes!! Build it using the free instructions available at the link.
I need one of these!! If you are like me, you need to build yourself (or your spouse) a thread shelf. Such a simple yet important project. Follow along at the link and build a thread shelf.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a wall mounted shelf unit. 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.
Kids make things. They make crafts. They draw pictures. They bring things home from Sunday School. They collect stuff. Stuff, stuff, stuff. So we decided we needed to add some shelves to our sonsâ room, to give them a place to put this stuff.
Two great corner shelves for the holidays. Both are easy to make from plywood. They provide the perfect place to display holiday knick knacks or use them for cookies and desserts. The bottom shelf has a 10 inch radius. This woodworking plan provides full size illustrations, exploded view diagrams and instructions to make both projects shown. The project measures 20 inches tall when built.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for these stackable 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.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for many variations on these Arts and Crafts hanging 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.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for horizontal slotted shelving. 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 simple Shaker 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.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a nice little single shelf. 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.
Patterns for simple country style shelves. An easy afternoon project suitable for any country decor. DXF Format
This is a woodworking model, each entity is a seperate component so that they can be manipulated and measured individually.
Box shelves are inexpensive, easy to make and highly versatile. Make the combination of sizes and depths you need for any room, from the living room to the laundry. Box construction techniques are always the same.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple entryway shelf with coat hooks. 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 wall shelf patterned after an old fashioned sled. A clever and unique gift. DXF Format
Follow along at the link and build this wall mounted vintage looking industrial chalkboard shadowbox.
Small wall shelf done in the Southwestern style. DXF Format
Bring order and organization to your back to schools routine by creating a chalkboard shelf with these simple step by step instructions.
Picture ledges such as these will help to keep the holes in the walls to a minimum. Build picture ledges using these free woodworking plans.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a shelf unit. 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.
From Chris Swingley - This is a great project to exercise your woodworking skills without using a lot of wood. A step by step tutorial on how I built them can be found on this page. The plans call for about 6 board feet of wood, and the final dimensions are 8 inches deep, 21 1/4 inches wide and 13 inches tall.
Build this modern cutaway shelving unit using these free woodworking plans.