Old Salt Farm

Simple Farmhouse Style + DIY

{library bookshelves}

I’ve tried several different ways to store library books, but none of them ever worked like I wanted them to. Finally I decided to design bookshelves specifically for library books, and I’m so pleased with the end result.They will hold books of all sizes–from my babies’ small board books up to the very tall storybooks that can be so tricky to store. I also wanted to add the slats in the middle to make it easier for my little ones to get them in and out, and not have books falling over from weight. I have a place in my music room/library designated just for these shelves, and everyone will know exactly where they go!

It’s made from MDF, with beadboard backing, and a pine face frame.

Dimensions:

Total height: 25.5 inches
Total width: 20.5 inches

Tall section width: 9 inches (including face frame), divided into 2 sections
2 shelf section: 12.5 inches (including face frame)
Top shelf: Divided into 2 sections, 5.5 inches for books (each)
Bottom shelf: Divided into 3 sections, 3.75 inches for books (each)

Of course I had to pull out my Silhouette and cut out some text out of vinyl for the top of the shelves. It’s the perfect touch!



LOVE it!
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Lovely comments

  2. i LOVE this! I think I'll be bugging my hubby to figure out how to make us one! (or try it myself!)

  4. Such a cute idea! I always have trouble storing those extra large picture books that we borrow from the library!

  9. GREAT idea! I've been looking for some book storage ideas and I love this! The dividing slats are genius!

  10. Very cute! I have an antique shelf unit from an old roll top desk that is very similar to your shelf. I just haven't had the heart to paint it.

  15. Love Love Love! Ironic that we both posted something about books today! I'll certainly have to get one of these for my classroom! Thanks for sharing :)
    Erin
    http://eberhartsexplorers.blogspot.com/

  16. I need this in my pre-k classroom, I have rain gutters that I love but I think this is a great way to keep library books organized!

  17. I love this shelf! I would like it on my desk to hold my paper and supplies! Excellent job!

    myhomeroad.blogspot.com

  18. Oh my goodness…what a great idea! And that you built it – then put directions for us to build it too. Fantastic!!

  19. What a genius you are! I wish I would have had this–I tried many ideas but nothing worked real well. Your mind must never stop as many ideas you come up with. I'm :-) because I love your ideas!

  25. This is awesome! So much better than trying to find them under my daughter's bed/the couch/a table/etc.

  27. I love this- could you tell me what font you used for the lettering? Thanks-
    Molly

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