Uploaded March 2022 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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This simple DIY book rack project may be small, but it's so useful for so many things.

You can use it as a book rack, a shoe rack, a plate rack, a spice rack, or for storing and organizing almost anything.

The best part?? It's a quick build you can tackle in an hour or two and you can probably find most of the wood you need in your scrap pile!

This project was sponsored by my friends at Kreg Tool! #KregTool #KregPartner
Grab the Printable Plans here: learn.kregtool.com/plans/diy-book-or-shoe-rack-plans

Check out the tutorial and more project details here: woodshopdiaries.com/easy-diy-book-shoe-rack

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Some guides you might find helpful in the build:
How to cut plywood sheets with a circular saw: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to apply iron on edge banding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig

Tools and Materials:
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Tools:
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Materials:
½ sheet ¾” plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(1) 2x2x8 board
(2) ¾” x 48” dowel rod (optional): homedepot.sjv.io/NKQGQK
1 1/4” pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3FKfikk
2 ½” pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3rMY5Bl
1 ¼” wood screws
2” wood screws
1 ¼” brad nails
Wood glue
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