Robin Collection – Bookshelf

This build plan is for the “Robin Collection” bookshelf.  This sits on top of the Bookshelf Base which flank the Window Seat. If you are interested in seeing this collection being built, check out Robin’s project posts.

Robin Collection Bookshelf

Materials

• 3/4″ plywood
• 1 3/4″ wood screws
• 1×2 and 1×3 Poplar
• 1 1/4″ pocket screws

Step 1 – Build Bookshelf

• Use wood screws to build bookshelf.
• You can secure ALL shelves OR secure top and bottom shelves and make the rest adjustable.
  • Here’s a tutorial to make your own shelf pin hole jig.
• The face frame will leave room to add 1/4″ side panel which will hide screws

Step 2 – add back cleat (plywood)

Use pocket hole screws on back to attach.

Step 3 — Attach back

Square up and staple, nail or screw through back into sides, cleats and bottom shelf.

Step 4:  Faceframe

Use pocket hole screws on back to attach.

Step 5: Attach side panel and molding

Refer to the instructions in in the bookshelf base plans.

Refer to posts in Cabinet Making 101 for building tips and tricks.  You can also see all of Robin’s Sawdust Diaries to see how her project turned out.