Monday, January 17, 2011

Pottery Barn DIY Bookcase!

So, here is the AFTER, finally.....of my Pottery Barn DIY bookcase! I have been meaning to get this to you, but you know how life gets in the way sometimes!
Anyways, this is in my daughters room . I loved this mirror so much when I seen it, I had to get it!


Here is a the bookcase! Painted in cloud white, by Ben. Moore. Beadboard on the back and some decorative trim under the top shelf on the face of it. Hubby did a great job, with my instructions, don't ya think?

This baby is solid! I wanted 3 cubies on the bottom for the books and two on the top for baskets to hide all the not- so -pretties! ( we all have them, especially kids)


I had these old baskets, and just spray painted them a satin white.They were a natural straw color......much better, and the texture looks great!




So here it is, all done!!! And now no more books all over the place. It only only cost about 50 smackeroos to make, with extra material leftover for another! Better than the steep cost over a PB.
So, what do you think? Would you attempt to make your own?
Cindy
xo



Posted by Cynthia at 2:13 PM

22 comments:

  1. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)January 17, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    Turned out great! Thanks for sharing this!

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  2. JanetJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    I love your bookcase, I need to make about three of these! You did a great job.

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  3. WhisperWood CottageJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Beautiful shelf! Love that mirror, too! Thanks for linking up to the 1st Project Party at WWC. Please add the party button to your post so that you are eligible to win and be featured. Thanks so much!!

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  4. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Love it, its' so pretty!!!!
    Thanks for linking!
    XO

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  5. Serendipity Chic DesignJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    I am impressed! The decor goes so well together....

    Take care,
    Lisa

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  6. Dearest HomeJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Adorable!! I love it! What a cute little girl's room!

    Brittany
    www.dearesthome.blogspot.com

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  7. Lisa ~Suburban Retreat~January 18, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Another fabulous design by a great stylin' duo! Looks great!

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    I would love to know how you made that! It came out so lovely, i am doing a playroom for my little girl and that is perfect. New with these blogs and not sure if I am missing a link?? Great Job

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  9. Grace @ Sense and SimplicityJanuary 19, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    What a pretty, yet functional storage shelves. Well done.

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  10. Linda@Coastal CharmJanuary 19, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Looking good...you did an outstanding job. I would love to have you join me at my weekly party…it’s NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAYS…hope to see ya there:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  11. A Vintage VineJanuary 19, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Great job on this bookcase...visiting from WW. Love all the great ideas over there! Thanks for sharing!

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  12. DeborahJanuary 20, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Beautiful!!!!
    It looks so fresh in the white paint, and so practical too Cindy!
    I love your baskets too!!!
    Yes, i would attempt to make it... :)

    Deborah xo

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  13. DeborahJanuary 20, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Oh and I love that mirror too! So cute!

    Deborah xo

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  14. High Street CottageJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    It's beautiful. The baskets are a lovely touch. I have catch all baskets in my hall and they hold books. You are my linky neighbor at Courtney's French Country Cottage, just stopping by to say hello. xoxo tami

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    The room is lovely. I love the cute butterfly mirror and the pinks and greens in the quilt. My favorite is the bed because I used to have an iron bed in my room that was similiar.

    You are lucky to have a handyman husband who will put together such a great piece! I wouldn't have known that you didn't buy the bookcase if you hadn't said so.

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  16. DIYbyDesignJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I linked over from French Country Cottage. I love the bookcase. I am your latest follower because I want to follow anyone who can do such a great job:). I do thing your blog is beautiful. I'd love if you would come check out mine at www.diybydesign.blogspot.com. I'd appreciate it if you would follow me back. Looking forward to keeping up with your blog and seeing what you do next. Again, great job.

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  17. Dear Sweet HomeJanuary 21, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    That looks perfect! I love book shelves with baskets!

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  18. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 21, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    Hi there~ This looks fabulous- I love the shelves and the baskets are darling- I love to use baskets too. Pretty and functional! The mirror is so cute as well! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  19. Bonnie@Creative DecoratingJanuary 22, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    Cute! I love it and the baskets make totally PB!!

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  20. JACQUELINEJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    I Love your BLOG is amazing...

    greatings from switzerland
    Jacqueline ♡

    http://jacquelineswhitehome.blogspot.com/

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  21. The Inspired NestJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    I love the bookcase! It looks amazing and the mirror is to die for! I didn't get it, and have regretted it since!
    Lacy

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  22. Custom ComfortsJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    What a nice job you both did!!! It looks great and I hope your little one appreciates it. Her room looks darling.
    Cindy

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