I was thinking about what you asked regarding the herb garden setup. I found that starting with basil and thyme worked really well because they don't need much attention. The key is to make sure the soil drains properly, otherwise the roots get too wet. I used a mix of compost and sand, about three parts compost to one part sand, and that seemed to do the trick. For watering, I just check the top inch of soil every other day, and only water when it feels dry. The mint I planted separately because it spreads so fast, and I didn't want it to take over the whole planter. So far everything has been growing steadily, and I have been able to harvest enough for cooking most evenings. The rosemary took a little longer to establish but once it settled in it became quite hardy. Let me know if you want me to walk through the setup steps in more detail.
I also added some chamomile along the edge and it has been attracting beneficial insects which helped keep pests down naturally. Overall the whole setup has been low maintenance and very rewarding.
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Regarding your question about the bookshelf plans, I think the key measurement to double check is the depth of the shelves. Standard paperbacks need at least seven inches, but if you are storing larger art books or photo albums, nine inches would give you more flexibility. I used pine boards for mine, finished with a light stain, and the whole project took about a weekend. The most important step is making sure the frame is square before you attach the backing, because any twist will throw off the shelf alignment. I used pocket holes for the joints, which made assembly much faster than traditional joinery. For the finish, I applied two coats of polyurethane with a light sanding in between, and it came out looking smooth and professional.
I also added some adjustable shelf pins so I can reconfigure the spacing later if needed. That small detail added a lot of versatility. Let me know if this helps with your planning.