Cutting Boards

Here is the original article straight from Book No. 4510, Practical Delta Projects.

This mini chopping block complete with knife holder, is always ready for cutting action on the kitchen counter.

Build a cutting board with a marble cheese plate using these free step-by-step plans.

A cutting block that will come in very handy in any kitchen. To prevent the top from warping glue two pieces of solid stock with a piece of plywood in between (see drawing).

Wooden cutting boards are always a welcome gift, they don not dull knives, they look and feel good, and are easy to make, however certain precautions should be taken in making and using them.

Follow these free step-by-step instructions with pictures to build a cutting board. This one is in a pear shape but the possibilities are endless really.

Use your scroll saw to cut out these puzzle piece cutting boards. You can join them together to create one larger board or use them individually.

Here is a woodworking plan for a very easy-to-make kitchen cutting board in two sizes. The dimensions of the plan can be adjusted.

This is a modern take on a cutting board. Made using walnut, it features a brass handle. Learn how to make one using these free instructions.

You can make this nifty rack for less than 10 dollars and mount it inside a cabinet door to stash your cutting board out of sight. It goes together in a snap since it only requires a 6-ft. 1x2 and two L-brackets.

This mini cheese-bread board is perfect for slicing cheese or bread. It can be used for couples to share when when entertaining dinner guests. The mineral oil finish is non-toxic and can be safely used with food items. It comes with a leather strap that can be used to hang the board for storage.

Build your own charcuterie board with drawers using the free woodworking plans available at the link. This board measures 45 inches long by 11.25 inches wide and is 4 inches high. Of course you can modify the size to suit your space.

Even if you have a plank wide enough to make the cutting board in one piece, I suggest gluing up the cutting board from several pieces for three reasons: to minimize wood movement across the width of the board, to minimize warpage, and to provide vertical grains on the top of the cutting board.

This project was designed to introduce you to the unlimited design possibilities available by applying your woodworking skills to laminated boards. This project is actually three projects in one.

Here is a quick and easy project to get your cutting boards organized in the kitchen. Build this cutting board storage solution.

On the page of this website you will find pictures and text to accompany you through the process of making your own boards like these. I cannot take credit for the idea, it was Incras! I could not do this without my Incra Fence. You may be able to!

These cutting boards were made with birds eye maple. Just beautiful. Here is how they were made.

Build a cutting board from left-over hardwood flooring. Here is how.

Make your own cutting boards using these free step-by-step instructions.

At the link you can follow along with the instructions complete with loads of pictures to help you recreate this cutting board with contrasting insert. Beautiful.

One way to spruce-up inches your kitchen is to replace that old wood cutting board with a new laminated one. It is a simple project to make, and the various laminates can enhance the interest and beauty of your custom cutting board. Woods of two or more contrasting colors works best. Be sure to use hardwoods with beautiful grain patterns to create the greatest interest.

At the link you can download the free template for this fun easy-to-make cutting board.

This cutting board is made from walnut and here is how it was built...

A grazing board is sometimes called a charcuterie board and is a quick and easy build. Perfect for parties. You can customize it to suit your needs.

This is a 6 page PDF file detailing how to build this traditional cutting board.

Follow along at the link and find out how to made this fabulous cutting board using scrap wood.

Follow the free step-by-step instructions at the link to build your own cutting board. You will need a selection of hardwoods that measure 3/4 inches thick or more.

All cutting boards are either end-grain or side-grain designs, depending on which orientation of wood acts as the cutting surface.

For something a little different you could build a cutting board that resembles a rack o' ribs. Fun!!

Build a beautiful end grain cutting board using this free tutorial.