My favorite "Book Shelf" and how to instructions

A few years ago I came across this idea in an now discontinued magazine--how to make a shelf out of books. I think it originated from designer Shannon Quimby.

Anyway, here's how it works:

First off, you'll need old books, mounting table and L-brackets--2 per shelf.

I pick up old books mostly at thrift stores and garage sales for under $1.00. I collected a selection that I liked and stacked three or four of them on the kitchen counter to see if they all "went" together. Then I measured the width of the book and cut mounting tape accordingly, taped it to the back of the book and secured the next page over the tape forming a 'pocket' for the L-brackets to fit. Make sure you tape at the furthest end of the page.

Then slide the book onto the L-brackets and close the book.

Then stack the rest of the books on top and decorate! Ta Da!!

Hope I made the instructions clear enough for you--if you have any questions, feel free to email me. Also, if any of you do this, I'd LOVE to see your pics!!