Shelves

A simple jig for holding shelves for finishing. It allows you to work on both sides at once. DXF Format

Make a chalkboard shelf with hooks perfect for grocery lists and keys. This simple plan requires just a couple of screws and you can make it from scraps in just minutes!

A great project for the woodturners.

This cute shelf measures 36 inches tall and features a subtle curve design and cut out stars on the sides. It could be mounted to the wall is you wish. Perfect for child sized objects or even grown up collections. Free plans at the link.

Real cute wall shelf for a childs room. Shaped like a baseball glove and holds bat, ball, and hat. DXF Format.

A wall shelf patterned after an old fashioned sled. A clever and unique gift. DXF Format

This fun nesting Christmas tree shelf is easy to build and will make a statement in your room. Bonus feature is it comes apart easily to store away with all the pieces fitting inside each other.

Build a chunky floating shelf, perfect for seasonal decorating. It is easy to build too. Bonus! Build it using these free instructions.

Alignment and spacing of the holes is fairly critical since you don not want shelves that sit crooked or wobble. To achieve uniform spacing for the holes, nothing works better than a layout jig.

It is a fun sturdy little shelf full of character, charm and usefulness. Anything from bathrobes to backpacks could be hanging from this shelf!

A jig for drilling equally spaced holes for adjustable shelves. Similar to one seen on New Yankee Workshop. Requires plunge router w/guide bushing. DXF Format

This line art drawing can be used as a scrollsaw pattern with some editing.

Build this awesome Star Wars TIE fighter bookshelf using this free woodworking plan.

Build a wall mounted crown moulding shelf using this free woodworking tutorial.

This is an easy build that will can make a huge difference in your kitchen. Follow along and build an oil and vinegar shelf using this free tutorial.

Build this square floating ledge shelf using these free woodworking plans.

Follow the free step-by-step instructions at the link to build your own leaning ladder shelf. You can modify it to be wider or narrower if you wish. A great spot for your collections.

A simple afternoon Bath or Kitchen shelf project. Great for beginners. DXF Format

Do you exercise at home? Perhaps you have a home gym. In order to keep your dumbells and free weights area organized you should build this weight storage shelf. Of course this tiered shelf would work for a number of other things too. Build it using the free plans at the link.

Sliding dovetails join the shelves to the curved, tapered sides. Building this piece will let you hone your skills with a bandsaw and router. Get step-by-step instructions and a free project plan.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bathroom storage shelf for towels. 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.

Follow along as I build a shelf from stock lumber and crown molding. I actually bought some new material for this shelf. I needed a 2x6 and a 1x6.

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.

With just a bit of scrap wood and molding you can create this decorative wall shelf, perfect spot for hanging bathroom towels.

Build a hanging chalkboard shelf unit using these free downloadable woodworking plans.

It is a home run as a rustic yet refined mantel surrounding the hearth. Or, you can use it as a decorative shelf bringing mass and detail to a blank wall, indoors or out.

Build this set of vertical wall-mounted shelves using these free instructions.

It is a simple plan for a shelf that fits on top of most computer monitors. The shelf can be used to hold all sorts of items: picture frames, notes, papers, and lightweight peripherals (such as computer speakers, small scanners etc.) In the end, this project allows you to convert wasted space into highly usable space.

In this article I will show you three different shelves and give you some useful advice about building your own. First is a floating shelf made from stacked moldings, second is stock crown with dentil molding, and last is stock crown with beaded backboard.

This collectibles shelf is a free downloadable woodworking plan perfect for someone who is a beginner woodworker.