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Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate

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Madison and I started building this built-in bookshelf dog crate about four weeks ago.  I thought it would take a week.   But hey, building a masterpiece takes time!  I spent the last two weeks trimming out the doorways on either side of the built-in which I totally had to finish before I could post any REVEAL pictures.  Unfinished areas so close to a beautiful finished project just ruins the effect so, of course I had to!  🙂  Plus, I can cross more off my list than just the built-in now, which is GREAT!

We want to extend a big thank you to our project sponsor, Duluth Trading Co. who supplied Madison and I with work wear for our project. Duluth encourages women of all ages to have the courage to take on a DIY project!

Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate

Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate

In my first project update post I gave you a hint about why I built these doors.  Most of you guessed it was for the dogs and you were correct.  It’s a Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate!

Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate

The bookshelves are much deeper than normal bookshelves.  I had a nook to fill after I tore out the bathtub.  I had several ideas. A built-in desk and homework station or a locker style coat closet would be nice. I went with a dog crate and bookshelf because that’s what we needed.  We put an outlet on the bottom shelf and left the shelves 22″ deep for Christmas!  Madison has a Christmas village collection and we never have a good place for it — so I created one.  The rest of the year it can house useless tchotchkes.  OR we could dig out the 1000 picture frames that I had lining my staircase and hallway in my IL house.

Yeah!  That’s totally what I should do!  We dug out a few so I could put something on the shelves for these pictures but there are about 993 more somewhere up in the storage room!  Maybe I’ll find them after Christmas…

Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate

I’m just going to enjoy this view until Madison decides to clear off the bottom shelf and move in her Christmas village!

Built-in Bookshelf Dog Crate

It’s so satisfying getting to this point where so many things are coming together.

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December 16, 2014 · 10 Comments

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  1. Lindsey says

    December 16, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    Hi! What color grey is that on your walls? I am getting ready to paint my living room a light grey, and I really like that shade. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      December 17, 2014 at 12:53 am

      Hi Lindsey. It’s “Light French Grey” from Sherwin Williams.

      Reply
  2. Jake's a Girl says

    December 16, 2014 at 4:24 pm

    So smart! And gorgeous and the pups seem to like it too. They are so cute!

    Reply
  3. Ava says

    December 16, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    As always, you have such great ideas on getting the most out of space. Looks great!

    Reply
  4. Mike says

    December 17, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    What’s the wall paint color in this room?

    Reply
  5. Cathy H. says

    December 23, 2014 at 3:57 pm

    I’d like to know if Sawdust Girl is single because I have a single brother that might be a match for her.

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      December 23, 2014 at 5:10 pm

      Haha Thanks for the offer Cathy, But I am very happily married! and Mike its Light French Grey from Sherwin Williams

      Reply
  6. Linda says

    April 19, 2018 at 12:52 am

    I love he idea of a built in kennel and also love that cute pup! What breed is your sweet furry friend? I’m looking for a small breed to compliment my yellow lab and Aussie! ?
    I’m not sure if a built in kennel would work for me but I’d love to know the breed!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      April 19, 2018 at 8:22 am

      Our dogs are both mini Schnoodles (poodle, schnauzer mix).

      Reply
  7. Pat Kephart says

    October 17, 2019 at 10:16 am

    Its beautiful!

    Reply

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