Walnut Charcuterie Boards - How to Build from a Live Edge Slab

Check out this video of these walnut charcuterie boards I made from a live edge black walnut slab that was harvested here (Ohio) locally! These were so much fun to make and I can't wait to make another batch!
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[@bigofishbone]

Very nice!!!

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks Oscar!

[@dougward6669]

Excellent job. I would also pop that grain. I like to buff the wax after it has dried. Really gives the board a shine.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks Doug! Appreciate the input and tips! 👍🏻

[@tracygiese6451]

Beautiful boards. I like the way you came up with your own handle designs. I always raise the grain in a three 3 times. No matter what grit you sand a cutting/charcuterie board to, if you do not raise the grain it will feel rough after the first washing. Walnut by far makes the best live edge boards with the strong contrast front heart to sap wood.
Keep up the good work and videos.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thank you and thanks for the input! I did a little more research after this video and will definitely be raising the grain on any future builds. Can’t agree more with you on the contrast!

[@jfred1924]

I Think the two-tone color walnut really makes it pop. You did a good job. 👍👍

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks J Fred! Classic walnut with the two tone!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Nice job they look great and agree the two tone really make them pop.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks man! Really happy with them for a first go 👍🏻

[@JiggsysShed]

Those are beautiful boards.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks Jiggsy!

[@garymalkinfishing2397]

The first time those board get wet with water after your finish them, the grain may raise and feel very rough! Beautiful board.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks for the feedback Gary! I definitely should’ve water popped them a few times but it’ll take it as a lesson learned!

[@MrKaebee]

you did a very good job, my first twenty were hard for me also, but i did spray the boards with water , worked very well for me

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks buddy! The first ones are always the toughest!

[@jimmeeks2632]

Love the 2tone!! Makes me want to give it a try.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Give it a go! All you need is some live edge walnut! 👍

[@rabwilson6974]

I love working with walnut, that smell (snnnnnifffffff mmmmmmmm🥰)
Your boards turned out nice👍 I've been thinking about making some too but the market here is saturated with cutting boards, serving trays, and such.
Keep up the good work my friend

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks Rab! You are spot on with the walnut smell!

[@Grumpyolegrunt]

Always pop the grain!!!!! Other than that awesome job!!!

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks! After doing a bit more research I totally agree with popping the grain! 👍🏻

[@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789]

Very beautiful! ~ New Subscriber

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks Cindy!

[@michaelwillson6847]

Amazing build. Am setting up doing these style boards and live edge table tops any advice you can give for someone starting out. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks Michael! Best advice I have would be to just dive in and go for it! Try to find dry slabs if you can, that help prevent them from warping!

[@wadevaden8463]

Must rase the gain.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Yep, after some more research I totally agree 👍🏻

[@buddymcclure6170]

What size round over bit did you use? Nice work as well!!!

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks! I used a 3/8”, anything similar sized should work as well

[@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ]

Can I sell you a couple of wood offcuts to stabilize your router table 🤣🤣🤣

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

😂😂 send me an invoice!

[@SpecialKais]

Hi! Where can I purchase these?

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Hey Kais! I’m sold out of these currently!

[@johnnyking6071]

I know this an old video. But I just had a lady bring me a 95” cherry slab she wants me to make 2 45” charcuterie/ cutting board and have it back to her by the 28th oct.

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Whoa, that’s massive! That could make for a really cool project!

[@johnnyking6071]

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 well it is a challenge but will have it done Wednesday

[@MrKaebee]

spray the board with water

[@mmcc_woodshop6288]

Thanks for the tip Ken! Definitely should’ve water popped them!