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From video: How to Build a Bookshelf | 3 Different Ways!
Published: March 28, 2026

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There are a million and one ways to build a bookcase. In this video, I'll show you three! This video was sponsored by Dreame. Use code SHARAFP10 to save up to 40% off on Dreame's limited spring sale on https://shorturl.at/tsStT (website) or on https://shorturl.at/VcpRl (Amazon) Check out the printable building plans for the "fancy" style bookcase: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/traditional-bookshelf-building-plans Check out the printable plans for the small rustic style bookcase here: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/small-rustic-bookshelf-plans You can find more project details, and tips for these projects here: Basic & Fancy Bookshelf Tutorial: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-a-bookshelf/ Rustic Bookshelf Tutorial: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-small-rustic-bookcase/ **Follow Woodshop Diaries On** Website: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodshopdiaries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodshopdiaries Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sharamccuiston SHOP WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE: https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/ Helpful Resources To Use with This Project: How to cut plywood: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw/ How to use a pocket hole jig: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig/ How, when, and why to use the Kreg Micro Jig: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-the-kreg-micro-pocket-hole-jig/ How to apply edge banding: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges/ How to add adjustable shelves: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-add-adjustable-shelves/ 5 Tips for Professional Looking DIYs: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/5-diy-furniture-tips-to-look-professional/ Tools & Materials: **Affiliate links below Tools: Drill/Driver: https://amzn.to/4kdaGJz Circular Saw: https://amzn.to/4b7kL8e Rip Cut Cutting Guide (optional): https://amzn.to/4a7bHiG Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx Pocket Hole Jig 720: https://amzn.to/45pHpoN Pocket Hole Jig Micro: https://amzn.to/46JXSBJ Shelf Pin Jig: https://amzn.to/3D04UWY Brad nailer: https://homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154 Router: https://amzn.to/4uWqZiA 3/8" rabbeting bit: https://amzn.to/4v1PFXg Jig Saw: https://amzn.to/4asMVII Materials: Materials vary based on bookshelf--see plans linked above for specific material list 3/4" plywood (maple and birch used here) 1/4" plywood 2x2 boards (pine) 1x2, 1x3, 1x6 (primed pine and whitewood) Base cap molding 3 1/4" baseboard molding 1 ¼” pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3FKfikk 1 ¼” long brad or finish nails Wood glue: https://amzn.to/34NCtuv Edge banding (optional, but recommended): https://amzn.to/4jQ9MCe Shelf Pins: https://amzn.to/3ya9teA Wood Filler: https://amzn.to/3PxubRK Paint color: Behr Ocean Swell Stain Color: Minwax Water Based Semi Transparent Aged Oak **CHAPTERS** 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Building a Basic Bookcase using Plywood 04:46 Basic Bookcase Reveal 06:52 Building a Fancy Bookcase with Trim 12:12 Fancy Bookcase Reveal 12:28 Building a Rustic Bookcase 18:20 Rustic Bookshelf Reveal & Wrap Up