Free Woodworking Plans - Bookcases and Bookshelves

  •  Classic Bookcase
    Hone your beginner woodworking skills with a simple bookcase. You can complete this project in a day, give it a fun paint treatment, and then use it to store books, toys, or your favorite keepsakes.
  •  Bookcase Sofa Table Options (PDF)
    In this On-Line Extra issue, we are showing a rendering of what the sofa table would look like if it were built with cherry and featured Craftsman-style pulls. This alternate design option is available to download in this Online Extra.
  •  Bookcase, DVD Shelf
    I started with some boards of pine shelving. This lumber is fairly clear of knots, and planed smoother than construction lumber would be.
  •  Triangular Bookcase
    This is a striking upside-down bookcase which could be the makings of an interesting reading corner.
  •  Bookcase, Pyramid
    So this week, I started building some book shelves they are a bit different from the usual square cases. They are pyramid book cases.
  •  Bookcase, Benchtop - optional change of face (PDF)
    Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 41. With a different base and a few moulding profile changes you can give your bookcase an entirely new appearance. It won not take any additional work but you値l notice a more traditional look.
  •  Bookcase, Playhouse
    Technical Information for Making a Wooden Playhouse Bookcase.
  •  Bookcase, Low Cherry with Optional Change of Face (PDF)
    With a different base and a few molding profile changes you can give your low cherry bookcase an entirely new appearance. It won not take any additional work but you will notice a more traditional look. This alternate design option is available to download in this Online Extra.
  •  Bookcase, Bespoke
    Add a graphic punch to your feature wall. This DIY bookcase also helps demarcate the living room in this open-plan space. Made from in-stock MDF boards, the units eye-catching interior comes courtesy of Blue Mountains Mega Flowers wallpaper.
  •  Ladies Bookcase
    This Stickley ladies bookcase model was originally by Sean Headrick.
  •  Knockdown Bookcase
    This bookcase is made more challenging because of the slanted sides. It comes apart for easy transport and storage.
  •  Room Divider Bookcase
    Our contemporary room divider is the ideal place for books and collectibles. And, It is easy to build.
  •  Bookcase, Stairwell
    In most homes, the inside walls are made up of 2 inches by 4 inches studs placed 14 and inches apart. Between these studs are perfect places for bookshelves or display cases. Click on step-by-step instructions.
  •  Bookcase, Limbert
    Show off your pottery, books and good taste by building an authentic reproduction of a turn-of-the-century classic. Construction is simple well within the reach of most beginning and intermediate woodworkers. The top, bottom and gallery back rest in dados and rabbets in the sides. The beadboard back is screwed into rabbets on the case members. And the doors are simple mortise-and-tenon construction.
  •  Bookcase, Adjustable Shelf
    A couple of dadoes, some rabbets, eight dowels and a handful of nails join the components of this easy-to-build display case for your favorite volumes together in practically no time!
  •  Bookcase, Embellished
    Brackets, headers, and spandrels (a kind of floral fretwork) are commonly used to re-create Victorian era gingerbread on the exterior of homes. But these architectural elements can also find a home inside. When you visit this BHG site you might be prompted with an advertisement first. Just ignore that, look for a link that says Continue or something like that.
  •  Bookcase, Under Window
    In building a bookcase, woodworkers use the same basic principles they would use when building cabinets. In these free bookcase plans, you値l learn how to make beautiful oak or pine bookcases while employing standard cabinet building techniques. With these free woodworking plans, you値l build a piece of furniture you値l be proud to display in your home or office.
  •  Bookcase, Stairwell
    In most homes, the inside walls are made up of 2 inches by 4 inches studs placed 14 1/2 inches apart. Between these studs are perfect places for bookshelves or display cases.
  •  Bookcase
    Material list and step by step instructions, no pictures.
  •  Bookcases, Built In
    If you judge this bookcase by its cover, the words complex and costly might come to mind. But simple construction and just $350 worth of materials provide the surprise ending in this tale of a room reborn as a library. A preview from Workbench Magazine.
  • More Free Woodworking Projects - Bookcases and Bookshelves

  •  Knockdown Bookcase
    This bookcase is made more challenging because of the slanted sides. It comes apart for easy transport and storage.
  •  Room Divider Bookcase
    Our contemporary room divider is the ideal place for books and collectibles. And, It is easy to build.
  •  Bookcase, Stairwell
    In most homes, the inside walls are made up of 2 inches by 4 inches studs placed 14 and inches apart. Between these studs are perfect places for bookshelves or display cases. Click on step-by-step instructions.
  •  Bookcase, Limbert
    Show off your pottery, books and good taste by building an authentic reproduction of a turn-of-the-century classic. Construction is simple well within the reach of most beginning and intermediate woodworkers. The top, bottom and gallery back rest in dados and rabbets in the sides. The beadboard back is screwed into rabbets on the case members. And the doors are simple mortise-and-tenon construction.
  •  Bookcase, Adjustable Shelf
    A couple of dadoes, some rabbets, eight dowels and a handful of nails join the components of this easy-to-build display case for your favorite volumes together in practically no time!
  •  Bookcase, Embellished
    Brackets, headers, and spandrels (a kind of floral fretwork) are commonly used to re-create Victorian era gingerbread on the exterior of homes. But these architectural elements can also find a home inside. When you visit this BHG site you might be prompted with an advertisement first. Just ignore that, look for a link that says Continue or something like that.
  •  Bookcase, Under Window
    In building a bookcase, woodworkers use the same basic principles they would use when building cabinets. In these free bookcase plans, you値l learn how to make beautiful oak or pine bookcases while employing standard cabinet building techniques. With these free woodworking plans, you値l build a piece of furniture you値l be proud to display in your home or office.
  •  Bookcase, Stairwell
    In most homes, the inside walls are made up of 2 inches by 4 inches studs placed 14 1/2 inches apart. Between these studs are perfect places for bookshelves or display cases.
  •  Bookcase
    Material list and step by step instructions, no pictures.
  •  Bookcases, Built In
    If you judge this bookcase by its cover, the words complex and costly might come to mind. But simple construction and just $350 worth of materials provide the surprise ending in this tale of a room reborn as a library. A preview from Workbench Magazine.
  • Bookcases and Bookshelves Woodworking Plans for sale

  •  Shelves Cabinets and Bookcases
    In just about any room in the house, it is great to have some extra storage space to keep things organized and uncluttered. If you want to create customized storage spaces for your home, Shelves, Cabinets and Bookcases offers everything you need to design and build sturdy, functional, attractive pieces. The articles in this book feature designs, construction details, and tips from some of the most accomplished carpenters and woodworkers in the country. Whether you want to make a simple built-in or a high style bookcase, kitchen cabinets or a media center, you will find every last detail is here -- with clear, step-by-step instructions and useful graphics.
  •  Easy-to-Build Bookcases and Clutter Control Projects
    Use your woodworking skills to create practical storage solutions for your home. From CD cases and end tables to potting benches and more, you will find projects to organize nearly every room of the house. And, the best part each of the 18 easy-to-build projects comes complete with a full-size pattern! Geared toward the advanced beginner, each project includes material and supply lists and is presented in an easy-to-follow format. Readers will build their skills and their confidence level by following step-by-step instructions complete with full-color photographs and concise instructional captions. Included with each project is a full-size pattern.
  •  Barrister Bookcase
    Each section stacks on top of the one below. You can make just one section, or up to four. Doors lift up and slide back for full access to books. Keeps books and collectibles dust free. Wood dowels in door ends allow doors to swing up and slide back. Eliminates need for expensive metal barrister hardware. Measurements are for each section. Plan details drawn full size.
  •  Riggs Bookcase Clock
    This bookcase clock provides lots of shelf space in less than one square foot of floor space. A perfect showcase for our white and black Shaker dial. Scroll patterns are drawn FULL SIZE.
  •  Bookcase, Breakfront
    Use this practical furniture piece in the living room, dining area, hallway or family room. You will be surprised how little it costs to build it from pine lumber and molding. Bottom compartment doors slide from side to side. This pattern pack consists of 1 page, 30x42 inches. Or save on mailing costs! Available in PDF downloadable format too, view product 15-1358.
  •  Bookcase, Chef is Sliding
    Add spice to your kitchen countertop with this adjustable cookbook holder. WOOD Magazine 148, May 2003
  •  Desk, Bookcase
    This functional bookcase-desk design will suit the needs of any student or adult. Made of standard-size boards, the hinged front drops to form the writing surface. The book shelves are 11 inches deep and 13 inches high for different sized books. This pattern pack consists of 1 page, 30x40 inches. Or save on mailing costs! Available in PDF downloadable format too, view product 15-1319.
  •  Bookcase, Hutch and
    This hutch cabinet is designed like the furniture so popular in rural America during the early 1900痴. Pine, oak or any other cabinet-grade lumber may be used for construction. The two full-depth drawers in the base provide storage space for flatware and table accessories. Below is a roomy area for linens and serving dishes. The upper cabinet has doors with glass panes making this a dust-free display area suitable for curios or books. This pattern pack consists of 1 page, 30x40 inches. Or save on mailing costs! Available in PDF downloadable format too, view product 15-993.
  •  Bookcase, Corner
    This shelf unit makes an efficient use of corner space. It holds a surprisingly large number of books since both side can be used for storage. This pattern pack consists of 1 page, 18x24 inches. Or save on mailing costs! Available in PDF downloadable format too, view product 15-972.
  •  Bookcase, Barrister is
    Build this classic modular storage piece, and discover an innovative way to hang the doors.
  •  Bookcase, Breakfront (PDF)
    Use this practical furniture piece in the living room, dining area, hallway or family room. You will be surprised how little it costs to build it from pine lumber and molding. Bottom compartment doors slide from side to side. Size is 50 inches wide, 79 inches high. This 2.38 MB PDF has 17 pages with full pattern templates that you can print onto 8-1/2 x 11 inch paper and easily match together to build this woodworking project.
  •  Bookcase, Tower (PDF)
    Sometimes, smaller is actually better. The narrow design of this bookcase means it will fit into just about any location in your home. It takes up less than 2 square feet of floor space, yet the six shelves, four of them adjustable, provide more than 7 square feet of storage or display space.
  •  Bookcase, Barrister
    The nice thing about our Barrister is Bookcase is the flexible, modular design. The sections can be mixed and matched in a variety of ways. And if you ever end up with more books than shelf space, you can always build another section or two.
    A simple cleat system (we would seen on several antiques) holds all the sections together securely, yet allows the bookcase to be easily disassembled and relocated to another part of the house.
    WHAT YOU GET are 12 pages of step-by-step instructions, Full-color photos and exploded views, Detailed tool setup illustrations, Materials list and cutting diagram Plus plans for a tenon cutting jig!
  •  Bookcase - Mexican Hacienda
    This design with the planked back and adjustable shelves makes a nice display case for either collectibles or books.
  •  Bookcase, Barristers
    For over 100 years the Barrister is bookcase has been one of the finest ways to display a fine collection of books or treasured art objects.
  •  Bookcase, Barrister is
    Designed with an Arts and Crafts style, this early example of modular office furniture still makes it case. You may stack the modular bookshelf units up to five high. With only two units your barrister is bookcase does double duty as a sideboard or hall table. An impressive furniture piece. This plan is available as both a downloadable plan and a Mail-Direct Plan.
  •  Bookcase, Barristers
    Plans for this classic piece of furniture.
  •  Bookcase, One - Three Classic Styles
    Simply change the wood type and trim details to suit your taste. We will show you how.
  •  Bookcase, Lawyer痴 (Plan No. 700)
    Classic design. Glass doors protect prized books and collectibles. Oak and oak plywood. 5 ft. tall by 4 ft. wide by 1 ft. deep.
  •  Bookcase, Craftsman (Plan No. 863)
    Features tempered glass doors and three shelves. 60 in. tall by 36 in. wide by 12 in. deep.
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