A useful project for your desk
Keep a paperback open, display a favorite book or set a notebook above a tray for your desk essentials. Start with a real maker’s shared design and choose the size that fits your book.
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Start from a blank workpiece
Lay out a book stand back panel, lettering, a ledge and a leg in Easel, then turn the 3D preview to inspect the parts.
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Finished pieces from the gallery
Compare a slotted MDF stand, an acrylic display and a wooden notebook support with storage below.
Patterned MDF book standby Beyond DesignMake a small stand for a paperback or tablet, with a back you can decorate and two hooks to hold the pages. Beyond Design’s shared files include a blank version and a patterned version, plus two hook sizes.
Book stand with a valet trayby Charles M.Keep a notebook above a tray for your glasses, pen and small desk items. Charles M. made this one in cocobolo. The shared file supplies tray pockets and a back-panel outline; you will need to work out the angled support and assembly separately.
Two-piece acrylic book standby Brian JepsonDisplay a book on two curved acrylic pieces that slot together. Brian Jepson’s shared design includes both parts. Match the slots to your acrylic thickness before cutting.
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From the makers’ project notes
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Beyond Design recommends printing a paper version when resizing the stand. Use it to check the back, hooks and slots together before cutting your material. His instructions also suggest a small file or light sanding if a finished joint is too tight.
Project notes by Beyond Design: read the source.
From Simple Stand by Beyond Design.
Ask a questionCharles M.’s stand is 8 by 11.75 inches and supports a notebook of the same size at a 30-degree angle. For your version, use the notebook’s footprint to plan the back panel and leave space for the book above the tray.
Project notes by Charles M.: read the source.
From BookStand / Valet Tray by Charles M..
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