10 Easy DIY Bookshelf Ideas Anyone Can Build
If you are looking to build your own bookshelf, these 10 easy DIY bookshelf ideas are perfect for you. Simple, stylish, and totally doable – no experience needed!
Bookshelves are one of the best beginner-friendly DIY furniture projects. They are essentially a simple box with a few extra boards added for shelves. They are simple, useful, and easy to customize – you can make them as small or as large as you need, and choose a style that fits your space perfectly.
Whether you’re short on storage or just want a place to show off your favorite books and decor, here are 10 easy DIY bookshelf ideas that anyone can build – no complicated cuts or advanced skills required.
1. DIY Bookcase with Trellis Back
This small bookcase features three shelves for book storage or decor display. It’s an easy beginner wood project that can be built in a weekend. The trellis back adds a unique, custom look that complements any decor style.
2. Modern DIY Bookcase
Modern design meets rustic style with this modern DIY bookcase. Built with 2X10 boards, the short shelves are deep enough to hold books or home decor easily. Sanding is the longest step of this easy 5-step DIY home decor build.
3. DIY Geometric Bookcase from Jen Woodhouse
Modern minimalist design makes this bookcase a focal point in any room. The 2X2 frame made with reclaimed lumber gives it a rustic vibe that plays well with any style.
4. Modern Plywood Bookcase from Woodshop Diaries
Made with a single sheet of maple plywood and three power tools, this modern bookcase will look great in any room of the house. Use it for books, decor, or to display your favorite collections.
5. DIY Tall Bookcase with Trim from Houseful of Handmade
Classic bookcase style never looked so good! It’s easy to build with plywood and trim, and it will look better and last longer than all those pre-fab bookcases you can buy. Paint it any color to match your home’s interior.
6. DIY Adjustable Shelf Built-In Bookcase from The Awesome Orange
Use that awkward corner for a built-in bookcase. This one is easy to build using 2X10s for an easy upgrade to your living space. This design features adjustable shelves that make rearranging books and decor a breeze.
7. DIY Freestanding Ladder Bookcase from Woodshop Diaries
Ladder bookcases are trendy for a reason. Their design can be used anywhere in the home for books, home decor, plants, and more. You can make your own using 2X2s, 1X2s, and plywood for a solid piece of furniture that will last for years to come.
Bookshelves for Kids
8. Rotating Bookcase
Perfect for small bedrooms, this DIY rotating bookcase can sit in a corner for access to all four sides. The design, built with plywood and dowels, turns using Lazy Susan hardware. Paint it to match your child’s room and fill it with all their books and toys.
9. Kids Bedside Table With Book Storage
You’ll be ready to read bedtime stories with this bedside table with book storage. Front-facing bookcases encourage little ones to read because they can see the fronts of their books. You can build your own for less than $10!
10. Montessori-Inspired Portable DIY Toddler Bookcase
This little toddler book wagon was so easy and fun to build! It’s the perfect size for little ones to roll around the house, and the front-facing design makes it easy for them to see and grab their favorite books. Built with sturdy pocket hole joints, it’s tough enough to handle all the wear and tear that comes with toddler life!
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