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    Home » Holidays & Seasonal » Christmas

    Cutting Board Gift | DIY Decor

    Published: Dec 9, 2021 · Modified: Oct 11, 2022 by Ang Paris · Leave a Comment
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    Making a Cutting Board Gift is inexpensive and so easy you'll wonder why you haven't tried it before. Your recipient is sure to fall in love with this handmade gift! via @jugglingactmamaMaking a Cutting Board Gift is inexpensive and so easy you'll wonder why you haven't tried it before. Your recipient is sure to fall in love with this handmade gift! via @jugglingactmama

    Making a Cutting Board Gift is inexpensive and so easy you'll wonder why you haven't tried it before. Your recipient is sure to fall in love with this handmade gift!

    Cutting Board Gift with chalkboard paint to for a DIY decoration.
    Jump to:
    • More Chalkboard Craft Ideas:
    • Cutting Board Gift Materials
    • How to Make a DIY Cutting Board Gift
    • Tips to apply chalkboard paint smoothly
    • 💭 Frequently Asked Questions
    • Cutting Board Gift
    • More DIY Gift Ideas

    I love Christmas and everything that comes with it!  I love putting up the tree, decorating the house, hanging the stockings, and burning Christmas scented candles!  

    Last year we went a bit overboard on the red Christmas decor, so this year we're taming it down a bit and going with a black, green, and white ... and much more simplistic ... color scheme.  Today, I'm here sharing one of our newest holiday projects ... Cutting Board Chalkboard Art!

    This is a quick and simple project that can really be used year-round ... and customized to any color scheme or decor!  It's also relatively inexpensive ... especially if you can find a thrifted cutting board!  Ours, however, came new from Target, and can totally still be used on the reverse side as a serving platter (I kinda like it as decor, however).

    Square image of a wooden cutting board that has been painted with chalk paint to make a sign.

    More Chalkboard Craft Ideas:

    Before we get to today's project, I wanted to share with you a couple of other ideas you might also enjoy:

    • DIY Chalkboard Coaster Set
    • Chalkboard Wine Glasses
    Live Laugh Love Free Chalkboard Printable.

    Live Laugh Love Chalkboard Printable

    This Live Laugh Love printable reminds us to keep what’s most important at the forefront. 

    Pick up an inexpensive frame and you have a beautiful gift for friends, neighbors, co-workers or teachers!

    Free Printable Download >>>

    Cutting Board Gift Materials

    The following are affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

    For this project, you just need a couple of supplies.  I used:

    • A cutting board (check Goodwill or your local thrift store for second-hand cutting boards for super cheap)
    • Chalkboard Paint
    • Foam Brush
    • Painters Tape
    • Chalk
    • Accessories:  we used a small piece of flannel fabric to tie around the handle with a fresh boxwood sprig for some holiday color.

    Be sure to check out my Juggling Act Mama Storefront on Amazon where you'll find all kinds of great products to make your life easier! Thanks so much for being a part of Juggling Act Mama ❤

    Chalk painted wood cutting board that says "Joy to the World".

    How to Make a DIY Cutting Board Gift

    Here's how to make your own chalkboard cutting board:

    1. Tape off a rectangle on the board using painters tape and paint center will Chalkboard paint.
    2. Allow chalkboard paint to dry completely - at least 2 hours.
    3. Repeat with another coat and allow that to also dry.
    4. 'Season' or 'prime' paint by rubbing chalk over the entire surface using the side of your chalk.
    5. Next, wipe off chalk using a paper towel, then draw/write on your design.
    6. Add some accessories to the handle for added interest/color
    Handle of a wooden cutting board with a flannel ribbon and Christmas greenery.
    We used some leftover flannel fabric from our Flannel Coasters and a sprig of real boxwood.

    Tips to apply chalkboard paint smoothly

    • Paint one thin coat of chalkboard paint with vertical brush strokes and allow to dry 30 minutes.  
    • For the second coat, paint with horizontal strokes, allow to dry.  
    • Continue alternating directions until the area is well covered.
    Priming the chalk paint with a piece of chalk.
    'Prime' or season chalkboard surface with chalk.

    💭 Frequently Asked Questions

    Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about this project:

    What is the best chalkboard paint?

    For this project I would recommend using one of the three paint choices:
    * Krylon K05223000 - this is a very quick-drying paint.
    * FolkArt - works really well if you're making this project with kids.
    * Rust-Oleum 206540 - highly scratch-resistant paint.

    How do you season a new chalkboard?

    The best way to 'season' your chalkboard is to rub a piece of chalk over the entire surface.
    After that, erase the chalk with a paper towel or dry cloth.

    How long before you can draw on chalkboard paint?

    Wait for at least 24-hours before drawing on your new chalkboard surface.

    Do you need to seal chalkboard paint?

    If you create a drawing you want to preserve, you can follow these steps:
    1. Hold an aerosol can of hairspray about 10-inches away from the chalkboard surface.
    2. Spray a thin and even coat of hairspray over the drawing.
    3. Let the spray dry completely.

    Cutting Board Gift

    You can proudly display in your kitchen (or mantel, wall, or really anywhere you need a little added decor) or wrap it up to give as a gift!

    Joy to the World Cutting Board Sign next to a pitcher and candle with Christmas greenery.

    I love how it looks ... especially at night illuminated by the Christmas scented upcycled wine bottle candle:

    Lit candle in front of a decorated cutting board and a pitcher filled with greenery.

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    • String Art Gift - string art is all the rage and much easier than you think.
    • Peppermint Sugar Scrub - this is an easy DIY gift that is so pampering.
    • DIY Kissing Ball - celebrate each other with this gorgeous craft.
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