NotchCottage Style Bookshelf
Step-by-step build — 11 steps. Also available as a print sheet.
1Dimensions
Overall dimensions: 60"h x 36"w x 15 3/4"d
2Step 1
Create the tapered end on each leg using a jigsaw or table saw.
3Step 2
Attach the side panel cross supports using pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Make 2.
4Step 3
Attach the side panel into the frame using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Make 2.
5Step 4
Attach fixed shelves to side panel using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
6Step 5
Attach second side panel to other end of fixed shelves using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
7Step 6
Attach carcass top to side panels using countersunk 2" wood screws.
8Step 7
Attach front trim to shelves using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
9Step 8
Attach top to carcass using countersunk 1 1/4" wood screws.
10Step 9
Make two movable shelves. Attach front trim to shelf using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
11Step 10
Attach tongue and groove backing to carcass using countersunk 1 1/4" wood screws.
