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How to: Make a Simple Freestanding Shelving Unit

by on Mar 18, 2015

Photo: Carrie Waller

I’ve been on the hunt for a unique bookcase for a while, but am striking out when it comes to finding something in my price range. If you’re like me and fed up with those assembly required bookcases, but don’t have a fortune to spend on the one of your dreams, make it instead! While this tutorial uses power tools, the step by step instructions make it easier than you might think. It might even take less effort than trying to figure out the Ikea instructions, but see for yourself! 

Click here to see the full tutorial!

DIY Shelving Unit
Photo: Carrie Waller