Uploaded May 2021 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
In this video, I'll show you how to build a Modern Bookcase Cabinet with Drawer!
Grab printable plans here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/modern-bookcase-cabinet-plan
This video is actually part 2 of an "unplanned" bookshelf series! You can check out part 1 here:
youtu.be/RYZhjuhxHv4
I recently decided to build a bookcase, but I had two different designs in mind.
You may recall that I took a poll on Instagram asking which you'd rather see--an open shelf design or a cabinet style build.
The results were almost 50/50 and after getting several messages from people wanting to see how to build both, I decided to make two posts.
So if you’re ready to get building part 2, let’s go! I've got the video here and the build plans here:
woodshopdiaries.com/diy-modern-bookcase-cabinet-with-drawer
You may find these posts helpful in the build process:
How to cut plywood sheets: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to edgeband plywood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
How to build and install drawers: woodshopdiaries.com/theres-no-wrong-way-to-make-a-drawer
Tools and Materials:
Contains affiliate links
Tools:
Circular saw (cutting guides optional, but helpful): homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Miter saw: homedepot.sjv.io/yd96v
Jig saw: homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Table saw (optional)
Pocket hole jig: amzn.to/346YG5S
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/2G6Za
Shelf Pin Jig: amzn.to/34t0dTS
Materials:
(1 1/2) sheet 3/4" plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(1) 2x4x8 boards: homedepot.sjv.io/kr42M
1/2 sheet 1/4" plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/qnWWVy
1x scraps to cut legs from
1 1/4" & 2 1/2" wood screws
1 1/4" pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3hLoooO
2 1/2" pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3fB0v0q
Edge banding: amzn.to/2ShwbQc
(1) pair 16" ball bearing drawer slides: amzn.to/3ugmxLi
Paint & stain as desired
Shelf Pins: amzn.to/2SAcqn6
In this video, I'll show you how to build a Modern Bookcase Cabinet with Drawer!
Grab printable plans here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/modern-bookcase-cabinet-plan
This video is actually part 2 of an "unplanned" bookshelf series! You can check out part 1 here:
youtu.be/RYZhjuhxHv4
I recently decided to build a bookcase, but I had two different designs in mind.
You may recall that I took a poll on Instagram asking which you'd rather see--an open shelf design or a cabinet style build.
The results were almost 50/50 and after getting several messages from people wanting to see how to build both, I decided to make two posts.
So if you’re ready to get building part 2, let’s go! I've got the video here and the build plans here:
woodshopdiaries.com/diy-modern-bookcase-cabinet-with-drawer
You may find these posts helpful in the build process:
How to cut plywood sheets: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to use a pocket hole jig: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-use-pocket-hole-jig
How to edgeband plywood: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
How to build and install drawers: woodshopdiaries.com/theres-no-wrong-way-to-make-a-drawer
Tools and Materials:
Contains affiliate links
Tools:
Circular saw (cutting guides optional, but helpful): homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Miter saw: homedepot.sjv.io/yd96v
Jig saw: homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Table saw (optional)
Pocket hole jig: amzn.to/346YG5S
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/2G6Za
Shelf Pin Jig: amzn.to/34t0dTS
Materials:
(1 1/2) sheet 3/4" plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(1) 2x4x8 boards: homedepot.sjv.io/kr42M
1/2 sheet 1/4" plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/qnWWVy
1x scraps to cut legs from
1 1/4" & 2 1/2" wood screws
1 1/4" pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3hLoooO
2 1/2" pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3fB0v0q
Edge banding: amzn.to/2ShwbQc
(1) pair 16" ball bearing drawer slides: amzn.to/3ugmxLi
Paint & stain as desired
Shelf Pins: amzn.to/2SAcqn6
![How to Build a Nightstand Table w/ Drawer [Matching Furniture Series]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EQkFBArVsUQ/mqdefault.jpg "How to Build a Nightstand Table w/ Drawer [Matching Furniture Series]
Hey friends! Im back with PART 2 of the matching guest bedroom furniture series today this time, sharing how to build the matching nightstand!
If you caught it a few videos ago, Im furnishing our (what used to be) empty guest bedroom in our new home with a matching set of bedroom furniture.
I already shared how I built a bed frame with arched headboard here:
https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-build-a-bed-curved-head-board/
So it makes sense to tackle these bedside tables next. But, be sure to subscribe and stay tuned because Ill be sharing AT LEAST one more piece in this matching set soon!
I hope you enjoy watching this piece come together...and seeing some bloopers and mistakes along the way.
Grab the project details and check out the blog here:
https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-one-drawer-nightstand/
Grab the printable building plans here:
https://woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/tables/products/simple-one-drawer-nightstand-plans
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Posts you may find helpful in the build:
How to cut plywood sheets: 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 to apply iron on edge banding: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges/
How to build and install drawer boxes: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/theres-no-wrong-way-to-make-a-drawer/
How to finish raw wood furniture: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
5 tips to professional looking DIY furniture: https://www.woodshopdiaries.com/5-diy-furniture-tips-to-look-professional/
Tools & Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Circular Saw and straight edge (or cutting guides): https://homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx & https://amzn.to/325pRR6
Miter Saw: https://homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Table Saw (optional)
Drill/ Driver: https://homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Brad Nailer (optional): https://homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Pocket Hole Jig: https://amzn.to/32eoPBY
Materials:
(1) 2x2x8 board
(1) 1x3x8 board
(1) 1x2x8 board OR 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 8 lattice trim (to trim sides)
(1) 4x4 sheet 3/4 plywood (note this is half of a full sheet): https://homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
(1 2x4 sheet 1/4 plywood (note this is a quarter sheet): https://homedepot.sjv.io/RyZY4R
(1) 8 stick half round or other molding to add to drawer front (optional): https://homedepot.sjv.io/5bYXAD
(4) 4 3/4 tall furniture feet: https://homedepot.sjv.io/6b9g9q
(4) threaded inserts for furniture feet: https://amzn.to/3PLlnTs
(1) pair 16 drawer slides: https://amzn.to/3cNp8ZY
3/4 & 1 1/2 Edge Banding (optional): https://amzn.to/3nx64RT & https://amzn.to/3FNI4Az
Wood Glue: https://amzn.to/34NCtuv
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: https://amzn.to/3FKfikk
1 1/4 wood screws
Wood finish (as desired)...stain: https://amzn.to/3SglrfM & poly: https://amzn.to/3JgesPz
Handles: https://amzn.to/3zmzCHv
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Cut Down Material
01:14 Assemble Side Panels
02:19 Prepare Bottom Panel
03:33 Assemble Nightstand Body
04:42 Add Drawer Slides
05:08 Add Feet
07:11 Build and Install Drawer Box
08:38 Install Drawer Front
09:18 Attach Top Panel
09:47 Trim Sides
10:17 Add Back and Finish")
