Decorating for the holidays is truly a special time. Making those decorations makes it even more special knowing you created them especially to fit your home. Today I’m sharing this diy tree shaped wood shelf which makes a great addition to your holiday decor.
A DIY tutorial to build a tree shelf perfect for holiday decor. Free plans from Ana White make this an easy diy project for that special someone.
We’re back with another diy gift plan for the Handbuilt Holiday series and today it’s a beautiful tree shaped shelf that anyone would want! Ana White and I have the most fun deciding just which project to build each week, like kids in a candy store! We tend to focus on gifts for kids but this week our build is more geared towards the adults.
This decorative tree shelf is sure to be a wonderful addition to anyone’s Christmas decor:
This tree shelf is quite substantial and just the right size for lots of holiday decor. You could even fill it with 25 advent gifts to use as a countdown.
Inspired by Pottery Barn Kids tree shelf (which is no longer available):
Their version was on sale for $79 plus shipping but it’s not available anymore so you’ll have to make your own!
Don’t be intimidated by all the angled cuts. Ana has it all figured out in the plans and for the most part all the angles are the same.
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Follow Ana’s plans to build the shelf. I used countersunk 1 1/4″ wood screws at every shelf. Wood glue and clamps will keep it all tight until the glue dries. If your tree shelf has a lot of wobble consider adding a full backing.
My shelf is stained with Minwax Early American and three basic black hooks attached across the bottom.
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Mrs. Limestone says
November 20, 2015 at 9:03 PMSo fun! You never cease to amaze.
Crystal Estell says
November 20, 2015 at 11:52 PMThis is so adorable, and a much better budget option than the original. It's amazing all the items you can DIY for a small fraction of the cost to purchase in a store. Thanks for the inspiration!
Jackie says
November 21, 2015 at 3:24 PMThank you so much! Can't wait to make one….
Cristina Garay says
November 25, 2015 at 2:24 PMLove, love, LOVE this project, Jaime!
Amy Schupp says
December 31, 2015 at 4:14 AMWhere can I find the actual plans (sizes) for making this tree?
Cameron Robertson says
August 10, 2016 at 6:37 AMI have always wanted to get my hands on a DIY project that is not too hard to take on but still look fabulous and serves a really important purpose. This tree shelf fits all of the above criteria and having an additional storage space in the form of a shelf is never too much to have around the house.
Kari eckman says
November 2, 2016 at 9:10 PMwhere is the actual sizes of the boards?
Jen says
September 20, 2018 at 1:02 PMI’m curious, why such a big piece of plywood is needed just to use such a small piece.
Jaime says
September 20, 2018 at 1:12 PMHi Jen, the plans call for a small scrap piece of plywood (1/2″ plywood 6″ x 15″ or larger). If you wanted to cover the entire backing you would need a larger piece.
Paul Liedike says
October 16, 2018 at 8:54 PMHi Jaime,. My wife showed me this tree shelf and we both love it!
I’m gonna try to make one! I have a question though, why is the second from the top shelf the only one that has a back on it? Are you just showing what it looks like either way? And, I think in answer to the people who asked for measurements…. you might make it the size that works for you, proportionately. 🙂
Jaime says
October 17, 2018 at 6:18 AMThanks Paul. To answer your question re: backing we were just going off the inspiration but yes you could back the entire tree (I actually think that might be a better idea.) Good luck with your project.
Jennifer says
November 18, 2018 at 2:22 PMSorry where are the actual plans? I keep clicking and it takes me to other sites….
Jaime says
November 24, 2018 at 11:10 PMHi Jenn, the plans are on Ana White’s site. The link should take you here: http://www.ana-white.com/2015/11/free_plans/tree-wall-shelf