The Bookshelf

Beautifully crafted in the UK, this Handmade Montessori Kids Bookshelf brings charm, independence, and daily function to a child’s space. Inspired by Montessori principles and built from sustainably sourced solid Ash, it supports little hands and fosters a lifelong love of storytelling.

What Makes It Special

• Montessori-style, front-facing shelf for easy access
• Handmade in the UK from sustainably sourced Ash hardwood
• Strong, heirloom-quality design built to last
• Arrives fully assembled—ready to use
• Available in 17 hand-painted colour options

This Montessori bookshelf offers more than storage—it creates space for imagination, pride, and connection.

Created for Young Readers
With a front-facing design, children can easily spot and choose their books, helping them feel connected to their reading corner and gain confidence in daily routines.

Made Just for the Home
Each piece is handcrafted to order and painted in the chosen colour, making it a meaningful addition to a child’s room—blending style, story, and personal expression.

Size Guide

• Small: L 40 cm × H 12 cm × D 10 cm
• Medium: L 60 cm × H 12 cm × D 10 cm
• Large: L 80 cm × H 12 cm × D 10 cm

Perfect for a reading nook, playroom, or cosy corner, these shelves fit seamlessly into any home.

Fuss-Free Installation
The bookshelf arrives fully assembled. Simply use the included screws and slide them into the keyhole fittings—no extra tools required. Setup is quick and simple.

Responsibly Sourced Materials
Made from Ash hardwood from sustainably managed forests. Its flowing grain and pale tone make it ideal for painted finishes that stand out while preserving natural beauty.

Naturally One-of-a-Kind
Handcrafted construction means natural variations in knots and grain patterns are celebrated, giving each piece unique character.

This listing includes one Handmade Montessori Kids Bookshelf UK. Any styling props shown are for inspiration only.

Dimensions: Small: L40 cm × H12 cm × D10 cm
Medium: L60 cm × H12 cm × D10 cm
Large: L80 cm × H12 cm × D10 cm

Main Material: Wood

This item ships directly from our supplier. Your order may arrive in more than one package, and delivery timescales vary.

All Autumn's Corner items are handmade to order.

Please allow up to 2-4 weeks for handmade furniture pieces to be dispatched, and 3-7 working days for décor pieces.

If you purchase several items from this brand, they will all be dispatched together.

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When ordering a Marketplace item, the product page will clearly indicate that the item is fulfilled by a Tinker & Tot trusted partner.

Please Note: Marketplace returns are sent directly to our partner's facility, not to the main Tinker & Tot address.

How to Initiate a Return:

1. Notify Us: Please email hello@tinkerandtot.co.uk within 14 days of receiving your order to notify us of your intent to return.
2. Wait for Confirmation: Our Customer Care Team will confirm your request and provide the specific return address for your item. Do not return Marketplace items to the Tinker & Tot address.
3. Return Window: Returns must be received within 14 days of your return notification.

Return Conditions:

To be eligible for a return, the item must meet all of the following conditions:

• In their original, unused condition.
• In their original product packaging (not the outer shipping carton).
• Complete with all tags and labels intact.
• The package must include your order reference inside the return package.

Postage & Liability:

Customers are responsible for covering the cost of return postage. We strongly advise using a tracked and insured service, as we cannot accept responsibility for goods damaged or lost in transit before they reach our partner.

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