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Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf

The dollhouse bookshelf gets a midcentury modern makeover! Free

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf

Specifications

Project typeToys
RoomBedroom
StyleModern Style Furniture Plans
DifficultyIntermediate

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

  • 2 - 1x12 @ 10 feet long (you'll need about 17 board feet)
  • 1 - 2x4' 1/4" thick plywood panel
  • 1 - 1x2 @ 50" long
  • 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
  • 3/4" brad nails or staples

Cut List

  • 1 - 1x12 @ 32"
  • 4 - 1x12 @ 12"
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 34"
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 30"
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 12" - longest point measurement, one end cut at 5 degrees bevel off square
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 14" - longest point measurement, one end cut at 5 degrees bevel off square
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 25-5/8" - long point to short point measurement, both ends cut at 5 degrees bevel off square
  • 2 - 1x2 @ 11-1/4"
  • 1 - 1x2 @ 26-1/2"
  • 1 - 1/4" plywood @ 18" x 42"

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • square
  • pencil
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • drill
  • jigsaw
  • compound miter saw
  • table saw
  • nailer
  • sander
  • countersink drill bit

Step-by-step Instructions

1

Cut out all windows on the wall pieces first.

Attach the two lower walls with the lowest floor and the second floor. Jaime just used 2" wood screws (try SPAX for no predrilling) to attach through the top, but you could also use a Kreg Jig to attach.

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf — step 1
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Step 2

Attach next story, using same building method as lower story.

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf — step 2
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Step 3

Attach top story. A 1x scrap can help guide placing the roof overhangs.

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf — step 3
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Step 4

Attach base to bottom using glue and 1-1/4" to 2" nails or 2" screws through top.

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf — step 4
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Step 5

Midcentury Modern Dollhouse Bookshelf — step 5
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Finishing

Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.

Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/midcentury-modern-dollhouse-bookshelf