Where:
The Eliot School of Fine & Applied Arts Schoolhouse
Woodshop, 24 Eliot St.
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Admission:
$220
Categories:
Art, Classes, Photoworthy
Event website:
https://eliotschool.org/classes/end-grain-cutting-board-1s25
In this two-session course, students will transform rough lumber into a finely crafted end grain cutting board. Unlike edge grain boards, end grain boards are gentler on knives, making them a favorite among butchers and professional chefs.
This class will guide students through every step of the process, including milling, cutting, gluing, and shaping their unique cutting board. Students will first construct an edge grain cutting board as the foundation. This board will then be cut into strips and reassembled in a perpendicular orientation to create the end grain surface. For a more customized look, students may opt to incorporate walnut alongside maple, producing a striking pattern. Finally, we will rout a juice groove into the board and then go over finishing and care of the board.
Participants will leave with a 20x15” end grain cutting board and a deep understanding of wood grain, milling techniques, and the intricacies of cutting board construction. These skills are foundational for woodworking and can be applied to various other projects.
The first session is 2 hours longer than the second one, running from 4:30-9:30 PM.
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