How to Build a Pantry Shelf

under $50

I decided to turn a bedroom into a pantry because we needed more space to store food for the kiddos.  I had a vision of creating a pantry/homework/mud room on a budget.  I researched different pantry shelvings I could buy and then came up with a design on my own that I could build and could afford.

The final plans for this DIY Pantry Shelf, made from 2×4’s, is finally here!  After I built the shelf I knew I needed some help from a graphic designer to create plans I could share.  I collaborated with Ashley Basnight from HandmadeHaven to help me create digital plans for you to follow.  She is amazing!  Make sure to pin these graphics so you can use them later.

The entire step by step project is linked to her Handmade Haven Blog Series here. I created the project and she created the plans – we made such a great team.  I added a Youtube video of the process at the end of this post as well. 

I am listing everything you will need for this project.  Then head over to Handmade Haven for the steps to get it done!

Supplies Needed 

• 2 x 4’s (20-22 depending on lengths needed)
• Kreg Jig screws (60 2 1/2 inch)
• 2 inch screws (36)
• 2 1/2 inch wall screws (6)
• Paint color of your choice (I used Real Milk Paint Company – Arabian Night and White mixed)
• Stain color of your choice (I used Varathayne Briarsmoke)
• Choice of top coat (I used Real Milk Paint Top Wax)
• Paint and stain supplies
• Sand paper (I used 100 grit)

Tools Needed 

• Hand drill
• Miter saw
• Kreg Jig
• Level
• Measuring Tape
• Stud Finder
• Sander

You will learn the process in 8 simple steps:

Step One – Take Measurements

Step Two – Purchase Materials 

Step Three – Cutting Wood 

Step Four – Sand, Paint and Stain

Step Five – Pocket Holes 

Step Six – Mount Boards 

Step Seven – Put Your Shelf Together

Step Eight – Add Shelves

Want to see how I organized it?  Head to this post to watch the tutorial and get all the links to the products I used!

But here is a sneak peak of the best budget deals from The Container Store for you to snag!

I hope you enjoy this post and let me know if you have any questions!

Kelly