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Let’s Take A Look At Some Amazing Bookshelves
Most bookworms like to accumulate books and that creates the need for bookshelves to store the books. Being married to a bookaholic, I’m always on the lookout for new bookshelf ideas. In this article, we look at some creative ideas to store your favourite books.
All of these ideas can be turned into DIY projects that can be completed in the home workshop or garage. Hopefully, this article will inspire you to create your own stunning bookshelves.
1. Tree Branch Bookshelf
This stunning tree branch bookshelf is not that difficult to make and can be a great feature in any room. This example was found on housetodecor.com
2. DIY Crate Bookshelf
Created from recycled crates, this bookshelf is practical and easy to assemble. See the full tutorial on how to assemble this crate bookshelf on taramichelleinteriors.ca
3. Simple Box Design Bookshelf
This elegant bookshelf is made from different size wood squares that are fitted in the same way as floating shelves. Source: coisasdemulhercris.co.za
4. Bookcase From Reclaimed Pallets
Just one of the many uses of recycled pallets. You can see exactly how this bookshelf was put together on madewithlove.
5. Read Your Bookcase!
I just love this idea! Strategic placement of shelves allow you to spell just about anything, so let your imagination loose and create an awesome bookshelf. This example was found on saporiti.net
6. Bookshelf Chair
Now, this is clever! Build a chair into your bookshelf, and you don’t even have to get up to get your favourite book. See how this chair-bookshelf was made on instructables.com
7. Tree Bookshelf
The tree stump bookshelf creates a lovely outdoors feel in this room. This can be the ideal bookshelf for any home with an outdoor theme. We found this example on zelfmaakideetjes. This is probably one of the most original bookshelf ideas we have ever seen.
A real tree stump was sized to fit exactly from floor to ceiling, and four shelves were cut to fit precisely around the tree stump. All of the saw and cutting work was probably done by chainsaw and jigsaw. You can read more about the best jigsaw here.
8. Mandala Bookshelf
If you look up the word “wow-factor” in the dictionary, I’m sure you’ll find this picture! This stunning Mandala-inspired bookshelf was created using different size wood boxes. Source: apartmenttherapy
9. Candle Lit Bookshelf
This candlelit bookshelf looks amazing in the evening. Candles or LED lights can be used to illuminate this bookshelf. Source: casa.abril.com
10. Pallet Bookshelf
This pallet bookshelf is super easy to make but looks stylish enough to be a feature in any home. See how it was made on diyandcraftsideas.
Some tips when building your own bookshelf:
Building your own bookshelf can be loads of fun when you know what you are doing. The space you have available will determine what type of bookshelf you can build. When you have a clear idea of the size of the bookshelf that will do the trick, you can start searching for ideas.
A good starting point is to see what materials you have available or how much you would like to spend on this project. Recycling old material will save you money and can be very rewarding. If you don’t have any material personally, you can do an online search for recycled material in your area. Wooden pallets are just about everywhere and as you can see from this article, it can be turned into stunning furniture.
The last tip is to be creative and let your imagination run free. You can get thousands of ideas from articles like this one, but the most rewarding project will be one that comes from building something unique. Use the ideas that you find online to create something amazing!
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