50 Creative DIY Shelves Project Ideas and Tutorials that Will Beautify and Organize Your Home

36 Modern Pegboard Shelving System

36. Modern Pegboard Shelving System: As DIY projects go, this is one of my favorites. A photo of one popped up here on Apartment Therapy last year, and it’s been in my cross hairs ever since. I love this shelving system because it’s simple, yet pretty, and can be configured in multiple ways. It’s also very easy to make, with a little precision and patience. Here’s how: (via Apartment Therapy)

37 Shelving Unit

37. Shelving Unit: Sometimes you need a little extra storage in a room. Going vertical can help maximize space but it can be hard to find a bookshelf or cart in the specific dimensions your space requires. My favorite solution is to build something myself! You can use the steps in this tutorial to create a short end table, a medium cart, or a tall bookshelf in a variety of widths and depths…. (via A Beautiful Mess)

38 Ladder Shelf

38. Ladder Shelf: Build a portable shelf that tapers from large storage shelf at the base to a narrow display space at its top. Ideal for bathrooms but works well in any room. (via Lowe’s)

39 Cottage Shelf with Branches

39. Cottage Shelf with Branches: Need a quick, distinctive display shelf? Make this twig furniture style shelf from all-natural materials. Just cut the supports from branches, screw on a shelf, attach it to the wall and you’re done! (via The Family Handyman)

40 Rustic Wall Storage Bins

40. Rustic Wall Storage Bins: Need a great way to add storage to your home in a fun a funky way? Try building these Rustic Wall Storage Bins! (via Remodelaholic)