Uploaded June 2021 | Updated September 2026, 16 hours ago

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Check out the building plans to build your own basic DIY shelf with basket cubbies here:
woodshopdiaries.com/easy-diy-shelf-with-baskets

This build utilized a single sheet of 3/4" plywood plus a couple 2x2s for the base and a piece of 1/4" plywood for the back.

I'll share my thought process, how I figure basic measurements for the different pieces and all my mistakes and tips along the way in this video. I hope you enjoy!


SOME POSTS YOU MIGHT FIND HELPFUL BEFORE OR DURING THE BUILD:
How to cut plywood: 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 apply edge banding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
How to make your own 2x2s: woodshopdiaries.com/woodworking-tips-square-edges-make-your-own-2x2s
How to finish raw wood furniture without a sprayer: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer

Affiliate links below:

Baskets: amzn.to/3gQkBEf

Tools:
Circular saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Miter saw
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/2G6Za
Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/3zFod4G

Materials:
1 sheet ¾″ plywood (I used birch plywood): homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
½ sheet ¼″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/e7q66
(2) 2x2x8 boards:
1 ¼″ pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3xINVn8
1 ¼″ & 2″ wood screws
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3gNxUqd
Edge Banding: amzn.to/3qwvzDH
Wood Putty: amzn.to/3vZKeZb