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.
If you can get your hands on a solid wood door, here is how you can turn it into a corner bookcase complete with angled shelves.
This bookcase features three large shelves plus three drawers for added storage. At the link you will find free step-by-step plans to build it.
This bookcase features decorative circles on the sides. Free templates are available at the link along with full step-by-step instructions.
Build a plywood bookcase using these free instructions. At the link you will be able to download the plans for free.
This bookcase is build in sections for easier transport. At the link you can download free detailed woodworking plans to build it.
There is more to this bookcase than meets the eye. In order to make it sturdy and strong, the shelves and sides are screwed together. The screws bite into dowels installed in the bottom of each shelf for a stronger joint.
Build this industrial style bookcase using these free step-by-step woodworking plans.
This simple bookcase features two bottom drawers for added closed storage. Here are the free plans.
The finished measurements of this pocket hole bookcase are 42 inches tall and 24 inches wide. Perfect for a small space. At the link the free plans are downloadable.
At the link you can download the free woodworking plans to build this beautiful bookcase.
Save money by building a sofa table that doubles as a bookcase with this project. Step-by-step instructions for crafting this multifunctional unit.
Build this funky modern staggered bookshelf using the free step-by-step woodworking plans available at the link. You could paint it all, stain it all or do a combination finish.
Use wood from your scrap pile to build a pair of guitar bookends. Contrasting wood really enhances this project.
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.
Build a rustic farmhouse bookshelf using the free woodworking plans at the link.
Build a set of these adorable owl bookends using these free step-by-step instructions.
Nice, clean bookcase design. A good beginner is project. DXF Format.
1920âs style combination secretary/bookcase. DXF Format
Here is a free woodworking plan for this wooden bookshelf with glass, plexiglass, or acrylic sheets used for the dividers
A clean simple design. Easy to build and easy to look at. See it at this web site. DXF Format
Nicely detailed large bookcase. DXF Format
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bookshelf with attached wine rack. 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 Arts and Crafts-styled piece combines through-tenon joinery and biscuit-anchored shelves
Are you tired of the same old bookcase shape? Then why not build this arched bookcase. You can configure the shelves as you wish and paint it to suit your decor, but this arched bookcase is fun to have and fun to build using these free plans.
Once you have your supplies gathered this industrial style bookshelf will go together pretty quickly.
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.
This easy to build project makes a nice corner display for any room in your house. Free woodworking plans at the link.
Recycle an old solid wood door into a fabulous bookcase. Here is how to do it.
Build this beautiful industrial style bookcase using these free downloadable woodworking plans.
Free plans to build this corner bookshelf are available at the link.