This is the free woodworking plan 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 Sawdust Diaries here: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, and Part 4 and the Reveal.
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.
- 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 moulding
- Same instructions as in Bookshelf Base
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.