Limbert Bookcase

Craft a Limbert No. 357 bookcase with tapered legs and a glass door. A stylish, compact Arts & Crafts woodworking project with easy joinery.

Crafted in the style of Charles P. Limbert, this single-door No. 357 bookcase combines compact elegance with signature Arts & Crafts details. Tapered legs, decorative cutouts, and a clean glass-front door give it a refined, timeless presence—ideal for showcasing books or collectibles. Originally designed by Limbert, this faithful reproduction offers an approachable way to build a furniture classic.

The plan guides you through straightforward table saw joinery and simplifies the glass door construction—no chiseling required. A perfect entry point for woodworkers looking to try glass door cabinetry, this project balances historic design with practical woodworking techniques.

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What You Get:

  • 11 printable (digital) pages of detailed step-by-step instructions
  • 58 full-color photos and illustrations and explosed views
  • Materials list and retail hardware sources

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