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Curly Maple Shaker Hanging Shelves Project

If you own any books about the Shakers or their furniture, you probably have seen a small storage cabinet like this one hanging in the background behind the more celebrated pieces.

Two tones of color and sharp, square edges give this piece modern flair.

Different goals allowed period woodworkers to work quickly.

Learning to build shelving is a basic skill every woodworker must master. Here are the basic rules everyone must follow.

With two different shelving systems, this face-frame cabinet stores light or heavy stuff. Just look at these drawings, techniques and plans to see for yourself.

This Arts & Crafts bookcase can be taken completely apart with four raps of a hammer, thanks to the free plans we've included here..

You don't need a lot of tools, experience or cash to build this pine shelf unit, perfect for freeing up space around the sink. Just check out these free woodworking plans and see.

The furniture built by the Byrdcliffe Arts & Crafts Colony in the early 20th century is rare, unusual and expensive. Luckily, it's easy to build at home.

Build this simple built-in bookcase in a weekend for all your storage needs.

Perhaps the ultimate woodworking project, this secretary will serve your family for generations.

An authentic and unusual Shaker piece using traditional joinery.