Hardwood charcuterie board

How to make it

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   Draw the shape

   Draw a board body about 17 in long and a handle about 7 in long and 2 1/2 in wide. Trace a can for smooth curves where they meet.

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   Cut it out

   Clamp the board and cut a hair outside your line with the jigsaw. Let the blade do the work.

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   Drill the hang hole

   Drill a 3/4 in hole centered in the handle, 1 in from the end. Back it with scrap so it doesn't splinter.

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   Soften the edges

   Run a 1/4 in roundover bit around the edge, or round it by hand with 80 grit.

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   Sand smooth

   Sand both faces with 80, 120, 180 and 220 grit. Spend most of your time on 80. It's doing the real work.

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   Raise the grain

   Wipe the board with a damp rag and let it dry. It'll feel fuzzy. Sand once more with 220 and it stays smooth after washing.

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   Oil it

   Flood both sides with mineral oil and let it soak overnight. Wipe off the extra and rub in board butter.