Rustic Wall Shelf
This compact shelf has a big impact with its country-flavored cutouts, two shelves, and a pair of drawers. It’s the ideal small project.
When it comes to furnishing a home in the modern day, our cups truly runneth over. However, there are some areas of the home — spaces unutilized, a few canvases unpainted — that often remain empty. If you’ve flipped through enough issues of Woodsmith, you’ll likely find a discussion on the use of vertical space in the shop, and that space is no less important in the home. This wall shelf brings a lot to the table in a little package. Whether it’s spices in the pantry or curios in the living room, it adds utility wherever it resides. Several elements easily catch the eye: cutouts in the sides panels, a shiplapped back, and drawers whose only hardware is a pair of ring pulls. This shelf doesn’t shout for attention, but instead draws in your gaze. All in all, it provides beginners a chance to practice the basics, experts a chance to flex their skills, and all woodworkers with a beautiful addition to their home.
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- 6 pages of step-by-step instructions
- 28 full-color photos, illustrations, and exploded views
- Materials List & Project Supplies Sources
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