Woodworking Jigs

How to Prep Wood for Cutting Boards

Prep wood for cutting boards by flattening, straightening, and planing rough stock before glue-up.

Learn how to prep wood for cutting boards starting from rough boards or slabs. A practical guide to flattening, straightening, planing, and getting stock ready for a clean glue-up.

Types of cutting boards shown in different styles, patterns, and construction methods on a woodworking bench.

Discover different types of cutting boards and how to make them, from simple beginner builds to more advanced patterned designs. A practical guide to cutting board styles, ideas, and build options for woodworkers.

How to flatten a cutting board using a planer vs router flattening jig, showing a board being surfaced flat and ready for sanding.

Trying to flatten a cutting board after glue-up? Here’s when a planer is the fastest option — and when a router flattening jig is the safer choice for wide or twisted boards — with simple steps for both methods.

DIY table saw push block with adjustable center leg, side stand, handle, and non-slip rubber base for safe ripping.

Build a DIY table saw push block that keeps your hands safe and your cuts clean. In this guide, I’ll show you step by step how to make a comfortable, grippy push block for ripping narrow pieces on the table saw.

DIY picture frame jig for table saw with T-track fences, stop block, and hold-down clamp for cutting perfect 45° miters.

Learn how to build a DIY picture frame jig for your table saw so you can cut consistent 45° miters for picture frames and small projects. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the build, setup, and use of a table saw picture frame jig (miter sled) for clean, repeatable cuts.

DIY table saw thin strip jig with handle, hold-down clamp, and back stopper mounted on the saw fence for safe, repeatable thin rips.

This guide shows you how to build a table saw thin strip jig that makes cutting thin strips safe, simple, and repeatable. I’ll walk you through the design, the build, and how to set it up for accurate, consistent thin rips on your table saw.

How to cut a juice groove in a cutting board with a router and jig — clean ash, beech, walnut board with a rounded groove around the edge.

Learn how to cut a perfect juice groove in a cutting board using a router, a simple jig, and a few careful passes. This step-by-step guide covers ideal groove depth and offset, router bit selection, setup tips, and how to avoid burn marks so your boards look clean and professional.

DIY walnut end grain cutting board with juice groove, beveled edges, and rubber feet ready for use.

Learn how to make a DIY end grain cutting board step by step. This advanced woodworking project will teach you how to cut, glue, flatten, and finish a durable board that looks incredible and lasts for years.