Use a stud finder when looking for wall studs. Don't rely on knocking. Don't hammer a nail directly into dry wall, it will come right out. Use a wall anchor if you're hanging something that isn't on a stud. Pay attention to the weight restrictions listed on the boxes of hardware, going over them could result in your things falling off the wall. If you don't have a level handy, you can use a golf ball or a glass of water to see if a shelf is level.
Table leg – We bought these at Home Depot, but if you want to make this project a little more rustic, repurpose an old table leg. If you have a table lying around the house you don't need or if you find one at a flea market or garage sale, break it down and use those legs!Wooden craft plaques for the top and base. You can get them round or square. They're inexpensive and you can find them at your local craft store.Wood glue or some type of wood adhesiveScrews, a screw gun, nails, and a hammer.Steps:
