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Rustic Wall Shelf

When it comes to furnishing a home in the modern day, our cups truly runneth over. However, there are some areas of the home — spaces unutilized, a few canvases unpainted — that often remain empty. If you’ve flipped through enough issues of Woodsmith, you’ll likely find a discussion on the use of vertical space in the shop, and that space is no less important in the home.

This wall shelf brings a lot to the table in a little package. Whether it’s spices in the pantry or curios in the living room, it adds utility wherever it resides.

Several elements easily catch the eye: cutouts in the sides panels, a shiplapped back,

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