Who knew that an old wooden bookcase could make for the perfect rustic bench? The best part—the bench can double as a storage space for shoes, toys, and other miscellaneous items!

Directions:

1. Turn the bookcase onto its side, and, using a drill fitted with a ½-inch drill bit, drill holes into each corner and the middle of the bottom sides. Screw the couch legs into each hole.
2. Measure the dimensions of the bookcase top, and size the foam slab and pegboard (or piece of wood) to match.
3. Lay out the fabric, place the foam slab on top, and cover it with the board. Cut the fabric, leaving about 4–5 inches around each side of the board.
4. Pull the fabric taut to the board and foam, and, using the staple gun, secure the fabric to the board, folding it around each corner.
5. Glue the upholstered cushion to the top of the bench for seating, clamping down each corner with a weight or heavy object.
6. You can then utilize the empty spaces of the bookcase for storing various items or purchase fabric dividers for concealed storage.