Hey Reader,

School starts in about 2 week over here… which feels way too early if you ask me.

It still feels like the middle of summer (the heat dome isn't helping much).

As we scramble (and let’s be honest, kind of look forward) to get back into a routine, its all about back to school right now.

One of the best beginner friendly projects to build for back to school is a bookshelf.

At its core, it’s just a box with a few extra boards. And the possibilities are endless.

Whether your little one is heading back to school, you’ve got a college student packing up, or you just need a little extra storage in your office, a bookshelf is always a good idea.

If you are in search for a bookshelf project, here are a few ideas to check out:

• ​DIY bookshelf with a trellis back - a take on the traditional bookshelf when I added a little bit of character.
• ​DIY rotating bookshelf - over 13' feet of storage in a small footprint.
• ​DIY modern bookshelf - a slim bookshelf perfect for books or display
• ​DIY wall mounted modern bookshelf - put a small simple bookshelf on the wall.
• ​DIY kids bedside table with book storage - to help inspire little readers.
• ​Simple Classic Bookshelf - I have plans for you for a short and a tall version.

​See all 10 easy DIY bookshelf ideas here. ​

They’re all weekend-friendly builds, so you can squeeze one in before the back-to-school madness really kicks in.

Stay cool and happy building!

Anika

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