Shelfs and Shelving Units

Keep favorite display pieces, CDs, and other items in this easy-to-build, narrow-case project. Make it from red oak and red oak plywood for a traditional look, or go contemporary with a clear-finished maple pair with metal legs. The finished height measurement depends on if you are using the traditional base or metal feet. The traditional version is 73.75 inches high. Included with the plan is a quick and easy router jig for trimming solid wood edging perfectly flush with plywood panels.

This is a vintage woodworking plan. Visit our FAQ page for a full definition. View the Larger Image Slideshow to see the actual item you are buying. Sixteen attractive designs, including the one shown here are shown in this pattern. The shelves are made of notched units of three lengths, shown full size in the patten. Trace the pattern lines onto 3/8 inch wood,plywood or hardboard, then saw out, interlock to form the design you want and paint, stain or leave as is. Its that easy. You can easily make a shelf in less than an hour.

These shelves are ideal for collectibles and displays. A simple project perfect for the beginner woodworker. They measure 36 inches and 41 inches long. This is a vintage woodworking plan. Visit our FAQ page for a full definition. View the Larger Image Slideshow to see the actual item you are buying.

The plan says: Small, novelty shelves live shown here have a definite place in the furnishing scheme of a home. You can make the four quickly with this pattern, from scraps, orange crates or apple boxes.

The plan says: You can build this shelf novelty quickly of box boards. The center, or sun, may be painted bight yellow, then coated with luminous paint, or a circular piece of mirror cut to the size at a glass store may be added. The radial strips are alike and are nailed to the back of the center disk. The shelves and brackets are nailed to strips. The width and the height are 20 inches. This pattern shows all of the parts full-size.

This packet offers a couple of patterns but its main focus is how to make bracket shelves. These shelves are the most common, most request and are useful throughout your home. We offer the basic techniques to get you started. Simply adjust the size and style of the brackets to suit your needs. This plan offers full size drawing where required.

A collection of easy to build shelves. A great way to make use of scrap pieces of wood. Full size line art drawings.

Though the ornate scrollwork on these architectural shelf brackets looks tricky, you will be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to cut and assemble the five-layer lamination that lends them their classic carved appearance.

Put your treasures on display with this perfect pair. The table incorporates mortise-and-tenon joinery for life-long joinery. The hall table measures 42.5 inches wide by 11.5 inches deep by 34 inches ...

Complete this project, from rummaging for materials to mounting it on the wall, in a weekend, and still have time for a round of golf. A simple, concealed hanging system gives the shelf a built-in look. The Materials List shows parts for shelves 25 inches and 37 inches long, but you can make a shelf of almost any length.

This quick-to-make contemporary wall shelf is a great way to use plywood scraps. And, we will cover in detail how to disguise those plies with edge banding.

This plan contains 2 shelf units, full sized patterns for both. One is 6-1/4 x 6-1/4 x 22 inches tall, the other is 8-1/4 x 8-1/4 x 33-3/4 inches tall. Finish naturally or stain or paint to match your decor. This is a vintage woodworking plan. Visit our FAQ page for a full definition. View the Larger Image Slideshow to see the actual item you are buying.

This gravity defying display focuses attention on your favorite keepsakes. A cantilevered shelves system ensure that your collectibles sit on a secure foundation. And the simple joinery (made possible by an easy dado jig - plan included) makes this a weekend project that is sure to suspend the imagination.

The plan says: Many of these Maryland wall shelves are to be found in early American homes. The simplicity of design permits it being used with many different types of interior furnishings. Glassware, small pieces of silver, bric-a-brac can be displayed to advantage on these shelves. The enclosed full size pattern simplifies making in a minimum of time. List of materials printed on pattern.

The plan says: You can make this shelf in an evenings time. No special tools or skill required. Just trace pattern on wood, saw and assemble. Scraps of lumber, plywood or composition board may be used if painted. Stain, paint or leave natural to match other furnishings. You will find many uses for this decorative wall and corner shelf. An ideal gift for almost any occasion.

The plan says: This sturdy whatnot is 30 inches high. With full sized patterns you can lay out its sides and shelves and assembly quickly.

This is a nice display shelf for displaying small knic-knacs. Enlarge or reduce the size of the curved parts and vary the part sizes to suit your needs.

This type of corner shelf is popular with colonial decor. Full size patterns included. Enlarge or reduce the size of the curved parts and vary the part sizes to suit your needs.

This is a handy project for the hall, porch or mudroom and features a shelf and coat pegs (or use for hats, scarves etc). It is a flexible design that can be lengthened, made to match a colonial or contemporary decor and has a backboard area that is perfect for tole painting, decopage, woodburning, etc.Full size patterns included. Enlarge or reduce the size of the curved parts and vary the part sizes to suit your needs.

This is a very versatile design that may be used as a jewelry rack, decorative shelf, mirror, etc. Look over the design and all the options before you begin so you can create a project that most fits your needs. This plan offers full size drawing where required.

A folding ladder shelf that is ideal for showing off quilts or small items. The ladder folds easily. Make from 0.75 inch thick wood of your choice along with dowels and a few screws. Or follow the alternative process and make all parts needed from the 6 pieces of 1 x 6 x 96 inch boards.

This boat shelf is the perfect size for displaying your nautical decorations. It is small enough to hang on a wall yet large enough to stand alone on a table or shelf.

Enjoy a clear view of cherished collectibles, books, and plants on this open-sided, step-styled display rack. You can complete it in just a few evenings or a weekend, thanks to the simple biscuit-join...

Make this shelf to hold and display towels and accessories in the kitchen or bath. Using only simple tools, readily available supplies from your local home center, and the tips we provide, you will have this project ready to hang in only a weekend.