Bookshelf to bar diy

Hello!!! First off, a huge thank you to Elyse and Celine for letting me share my project with you! I love being able to get creative when there’s some extra time, so this is exciting for me. Like…

"Repurpose an old bookshelf into a custom Bar Cart! 🛠️🍹 Ideal for adding a chic, functional piece to your space. #UpcycledBookshelf #BarCartDIY #EntertainingInspiration"

I had an oak book shelf that was originally made for my daughters for their books when they were young. I was really starting to hate that ...

Feeling comfortable using your drill to install shelves at home? This DIY isn’t too much harder, and you don’t even need any additional power tools.

How to make a DIY bar from a cheap bookcase with room for wine bottles and glasses. A great budget-friendly upcycle!

My husband has wanted a bar cart for quite some time, so I decided to repurpose some on-hand furniture for the job. This piece can also be customized in size and color to fit the space you have!

DIY bookshelf bar made from an Ikea Billy bookshelf. Wrapping paper covered in clear matte contact paper back, painted in Americana Decor chalk paint in legacy with dark wax.

Beyond their obvious main purpose, books can be a terrific decorating tool, only made better by great shelving. Below, we’ve rounded up 15 of the best bookcase makeovers we’ve seen on Apartment Therapy, from painted Facebook Marketplace finds to newly-crafted built-ins and more. Scroll through these bookshelf refreshes and get inspired to upgrade your reading nook.

DIY Coffee Bar with open shelving and zellige tile backsplash. Equipped with espresso maker and wine fridge.

Here are a few ideas on how to recycle or "upcycle" some old junk around your home into fun, interesting, and useful projects.