Watch as we create a stunning, massive wall of DIY bookcases, offering step-by-step guidance on how to build your own.

I started by shopping, assuming the only way I could have an industrial-style bookcase was by paying a hefty sum for one.

Half a grand isn't chump change by anyone's measure but for a quality bookcase that isn't a particle-board piece of crap, $550 for two attractive and sturdy shelves isn't outrageous at all.

Built-in bookcases add a ton of storage and also can really transform the look of your space. This tutorial from the Just a Girl blog walks you through the steps of using inexpensive Ikea ...