Uploaded November 2015 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
DIY Projects Made Easy! How to make bookshelf with DIY PETE. This is a collaboration with DIY PETE and Paul Churchill from the Recovery Elevator Podcast. DIY projects are a great hobby for anyone. Paul reached out to let us know about the benefits of DIY projects for people struggling with alcoholism. Projects keep your mind on other things, are challenging, and they relieve stress. If you know somebody struggling with alcoholism, I'd highly recommend having them listen to Paul's Podcast here: recoveryelevator.com/podcasts
For more info, project photos, and downloadable plans check out:
diypete.com/bookshelf
Download Plans: gumroad.com/l/bookshelf
*Note that these are affiliate links, meaning that when you buy something that is recommended below, it helps support the Channel. Thanks in advance!
*Tools Needed:
Circular Saw - amzn.to/1OxNa7k
OR Miter Saw (optional) - amzn.to/1VUVo8s
Power Drill - amzn.to/1OxMfnt
Orbital Sander - amzn.to/1VUVNYy
*Supplies Needed
Gorilla Wood Glue - amzn.to/1MAlStH
Minwax Espresso Stain - amzn.to/1MAlTOc
Minwax Polyurethane - amzn.to/1MAlVpj
3” Wood Screws - amzn.to/1Ys8UDK
Approximate Total Cost: $60
This Simple Bookshelf can be made for approximately $60 in materials cost. This is the cost for the wood, wood finish, screws, and other basic supplies. *Note: This doesn’t include smaller things you may already have around the shop, including: glue, sandpaper, etc.
Cut the Boards
We'll start this project by marking and making cuts for the different bookshelf pieces. Refer to the cut list in the free plans for the dimensions. You’ll end up using nearly all of the four 2x10s that you purchased. I’d recommend cutting with a circular saw or miter saw. Once all of your cuts are made, we’ll prepare for assembling it.
Sand the Boards
Now that you’ve cut all of the boards to size, we can spend some time sanding all of the different bookshelf pieces. We will end up doing a final sand down before staining and finishing the bookshelf, so just a rough sanding works for now. Focus on cleaning the edges and any cut marks, splintering, as well as sanding off any lumber marks...more at diypete.com/bookshelf
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Looking for more DIY videos? Be sure to check out our channel and subscribe for updates! We post a weekly tutorial every Thursday.
Looking for woodworking, concrete working, and other DIY projects plans to follow? You can download plans for free at gumroad.com/DIYPETE
Facebook: facebook.com/DiyProjectsWithPete
Instagram: instagram.com/diypete
DIYPETE.com
1627 W Main Street Suite 182
Bozeman, Montana 59715
#bookshelf #diyshelves #diywoodprojects
DIY Projects Made Easy! How to make bookshelf with DIY PETE. This is a collaboration with DIY PETE and Paul Churchill from the Recovery Elevator Podcast. DIY projects are a great hobby for anyone. Paul reached out to let us know about the benefits of DIY projects for people struggling with alcoholism. Projects keep your mind on other things, are challenging, and they relieve stress. If you know somebody struggling with alcoholism, I'd highly recommend having them listen to Paul's Podcast here: recoveryelevator.com/podcasts
For more info, project photos, and downloadable plans check out:
diypete.com/bookshelf
Download Plans: gumroad.com/l/bookshelf
*Note that these are affiliate links, meaning that when you buy something that is recommended below, it helps support the Channel. Thanks in advance!
*Tools Needed:
Circular Saw - amzn.to/1OxNa7k
OR Miter Saw (optional) - amzn.to/1VUVo8s
Power Drill - amzn.to/1OxMfnt
Orbital Sander - amzn.to/1VUVNYy
*Supplies Needed
Gorilla Wood Glue - amzn.to/1MAlStH
Minwax Espresso Stain - amzn.to/1MAlTOc
Minwax Polyurethane - amzn.to/1MAlVpj
3” Wood Screws - amzn.to/1Ys8UDK
Approximate Total Cost: $60
This Simple Bookshelf can be made for approximately $60 in materials cost. This is the cost for the wood, wood finish, screws, and other basic supplies. *Note: This doesn’t include smaller things you may already have around the shop, including: glue, sandpaper, etc.
Cut the Boards
We'll start this project by marking and making cuts for the different bookshelf pieces. Refer to the cut list in the free plans for the dimensions. You’ll end up using nearly all of the four 2x10s that you purchased. I’d recommend cutting with a circular saw or miter saw. Once all of your cuts are made, we’ll prepare for assembling it.
Sand the Boards
Now that you’ve cut all of the boards to size, we can spend some time sanding all of the different bookshelf pieces. We will end up doing a final sand down before staining and finishing the bookshelf, so just a rough sanding works for now. Focus on cleaning the edges and any cut marks, splintering, as well as sanding off any lumber marks...more at diypete.com/bookshelf
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Looking for more DIY videos? Be sure to check out our channel and subscribe for updates! We post a weekly tutorial every Thursday.
Looking for woodworking, concrete working, and other DIY projects plans to follow? You can download plans for free at gumroad.com/DIYPETE
Facebook: facebook.com/DiyProjectsWithPete
Instagram: instagram.com/diypete
DIYPETE.com
1627 W Main Street Suite 182
Bozeman, Montana 59715
#bookshelf #diyshelves #diywoodprojects
