Cutting Boards

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

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.

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).

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.

Build a sturdy cutting board with this free tutorial. This one was build using a scrap piece of white oak.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Here is a neat idea!! At the link you will find complete instructions to create your own cheese and crackers serving board.

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

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a cutting board. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Make this awesome end grain houndstooth pattern cutting board. At the link it is all broken down for you to follow. It is a repeat pattern, obviously, so much cutting of a few pieces. Build it using the free plans.

Learn how to build your own custom cutting board which features a crumb catcher as well.

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.

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!

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

Use this free woodworking information to build your own end-grain checkerboard butcher block.

Ever wanted to make cutting boards but you do not own a planer? Well here are the free instructions for you. Learn how these beautiful cutting boards were made with only a few tools.

Make this beautiful maple and walnut cutting board/serving tray. Simple enough that you can start in the morning, then finish it in the afternoon.

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.

This process is fascinating. Follow along and build your own curved cutting board using a method known as bent lamination.

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