End grain, edge grain, live edge, and specialty cutting boards
These projects were built and designed by Nick Starrett from Nick Starrett. Nick compares two striking cutting board designs side by side: a relatively simple patterned board called the Day Tripper and a much more involved waffle-pattern end-grain board. Watch …
These projects were built and designed by Josh Wright. In this video, he demonstrates the often-overlooked potential of the miter saw by building three very different cutting board and serving tray designs—using the miter saw for nearly every cut. Each …
This project is by Marcus from Salty Woodworking. It’s a practical restoration of a worn butcher block that brings the piece back to life using careful sanding, water popping, and a food-safe finish. What looked ruined at first becomes a …
This project was built and designed by Alex from Bevelish Creations. Using a mix of scrap exotic hardwoods, Alex creates a one-of-a-kind cutting board that combines rich fall colors with practical features like a juice groove. The build includes techniques …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It features a professional-quality end grain cutting board with a clean geometric pattern made from maple and walnut—combining striking visual detail with long-lasting performance. The design is both functional …
This project was built and designed by Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo. It features a custom cutting board and matching cheese knife made entirely from offcuts—showing how small scraps can become a beautiful and functional kitchen set. Using a mix of curly …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. Using fire-damaged Rosewood and a touch of figured Maple, Billy turns a rough piece of wood into a functional and beautiful cheese board with a sliding tray for serving …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It features a surprisingly high-quality end grain cutting board made from an inexpensive 2×4—a creative approach that challenges the idea that woodworking has to be expensive. Billy sets out …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a comprehensive and thoughtful walkthrough for building a cutting board that not only looks great but stands up to daily use. Whether you’re a beginner in the shop …
This project was built and designed by Alex and Emily Tarsha from Tarsha Homestead. It’s a milestone build—Alex’s very first cutting board—and it highlights the learning process that comes with diving into end grain woodworking. With a checkerboard pattern made …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a beginner-friendly walnut cutting board that teaches essential woodworking skills and results in a functional, gift-worthy kitchen item. Tim walks through each step of the process, focusing on …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. He takes a naturally contoured slab of hard maple and turns it into a clean, modern cutting board with an edge grain orientation. The result is both functional and …
This project was built and designed by Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo. It’s a creative approach to making custom cutting boards that combine natural wood with colorful epoxy resin for a unique, polished look. These boards serve double duty as functional kitchen …
This project was built and designed by Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo. It’s a detailed cutting board project made for brisket and other large cuts of meat, featuring a juice groove and a built-in reservoir for collecting drippings. The design blends clean …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. Using a scrap piece of walnut and tinted epoxy resin, Tim created a striking cheese board with an ocean-inspired design that combines beauty and practicality. The process blends basic …
This project was built and designed by Steve from JKM Woodworking. It’s a two-part woodworking gift set featuring a floating wine bottle holder and a matching cheese board—both functional, stylish, and perfect for entertaining or gifting. The build combines precision, …
This project was built and designed by Caleb from Caleb’s Fine Woodworking. It’s a visually striking cutting board that uses contrasting woods and a clever layout to create a ribbon-like or basket weave effect. The pattern looks complex but comes …
This project was built and designed by Caleb from Caleb’s Fine Woodworking. It’s a visually stunning 3D end grain cutting board that blends precision joinery, vibrant wood tones, and functional craftsmanship. The end result is not just a durable kitchen …