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.
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.
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.
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.
Aren't these modern wooden circle shelves awesome? If you click on the link you will be taken to the full tutorial on how to build your own. Not as hard as you might think.
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.
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.
Like the title suggests these box shelves are a series of boxes you can build using plywood. You can change the size or depth to suit your use. Follow along with the free plans at the link to build your own shelving unit.
This open shelving system was built using 1 x 8 oak boards but you could use a variety of different types of wood to get the same effect. Follow along with the free woodworking plans at the link.
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.
The planter serves both as a small display shelf for curios, odds, and ends and container for 3-1/2 inch diameter potted plants.
This modern shelving unit has plenty of room for books and display items. These free woodworking plans are easy-to-follow.
Make a statement with these DIY pegboard shelves perfect for displays. Use the step-by-step instructions at the link to build them.
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.
Build this modern cutaway shelving unit using these free woodworking plans.
Learn how to build and install a wall-mounted shelf; unique design features copper pipe shelving held in place with wood brackets.
These shelves are wall mounted.
A simple shelf with decorative moulding works wonders for displaying your favourite photos. It is easy to make with these instructions. Can be completed in a few hours.
Build a set of modern industrial pipe shelves using this free tutorial.
Small wall shelf done in the Southwestern style. DXF Format
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.
Follow along at the link and build this wall mounted vintage looking industrial chalkboard shadowbox.
These 3d perspectives of shelving construction will help you visualize how to build shelves. A shelf is simple to create, and these storage shelves will make your life much less cluttered in a matter of a few hours.
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.
Real cute wall shelf for a childs room. Shaped like a baseball glove and holds bat, ball, and hat. DXF Format.
A simple afternoon Bath or Kitchen shelf project. Great for beginners. DXF Format
This is a woodworking model, each entity is a seperate component so that they can be manipulated and measured individually.
The great thing about this pegboard wall organizer is you can make it as big or small as you like, with lots of shelves or just a few. This quick and easy project can be knocked out in no time. Follow the tutorial at the link to build your own.
These built in shelves simply fit between two studs and are great for capturing some of this wasted space. Here is how you go about building them.
With this adjustable peg shelf you can change the configuration on a whim or take shelves out for larger items. Follow along at the link and build your own.
This simple shelf is an excellent beginner project, it can be made out of pine with a clear finish or out of plywood and then be painted.