Hanging Wall Shelf
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Description
This hanging wall shelf is a great starter project which will teach you the importance of accuracy. The joinery has a twist on the classic joints which include the stopped housing dado and the stub mortise and tenon. Whether you choose to use it as a spice rack for the kitchen, a trophy display for the living room or even a cosmetics storage for the bathroom, this project is a great addition to any home.
Tool List
- Pencil
- Square
- Knife
- Chisel
- Chisel Hammer
- Rasp/File
- Gauge
- Router
- Plane
- Tape measure
- Tenon Saw
- Spokeshave
- Abrasive Paper
- Shellac and Hake Brush
- Glue
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Joints List
- Stopped Housing Dado
- Stopped Stepped Housing Dado
- Through Mortise and Tenon
- Stub Mortise and Tenon
Cutting List
| Description | Imperial Size | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Top and Bottom | 16″ x 4 ½” x ¾” | 406mm x 114mm x 19mm |
| Sides x 2 | 22″ x 3 ¾” X ¾” | 558mm x 95mm x 19mm |
| Middle Shelf | 13 ½” x 3 ¾”” x ¾” | 340mm x 95mm x 19mm |
| Top Rail* | 13 ½” x 2″ x ¾” | 343mm x 51mm x 19mm |
| Middle Arch Rail* | 15 ½” x 2″ x ¾” | 394mm x 51mm x 19mm |
*Leave these slightly long as we cut these to exact length later in the project
So happy ! I am actually in the dado dilemma for the bottom of a tool tote. And not sure how to do it .
Thank you
Paul,
Good to see “an old friend” show up. I recall building this piece in one of your classes in Texas more than 20 years ago. You continue to provide an invaluable service which will endure for generations. Thanks again!
Cant wait to get started on this shelf been watching out for it lol..
Going to test me out with this one hopefully ill master it..
Thank you Paul again for all you’ve done and your crew..
Happy Christmas n New year from Ireland ☘🎄
Excellent. My floor space is all used up. I am currently looking at any and all ideas for wall cabinets and shelving to de-clutter my horizontal surfaces in my small home. Thanks!
Perfect timing! My health has finally recovered to the point where I can get back out to my shop and I really want to make that bookshelf project from January 2014. I was looking for some smaller projects to get my hand and eye back in practice and this looks just right!
John
This looks like an excellent project can’t wait to watch videos and build one.
Thank you.
Good timing, I am hoping for some tools to show up under the tree so I can start woodworking next year as an absolute beginner.
Great to see this project,looking forward to making it? Many thanks to you and the team hope you all have a Great Christmas