I started making charcuterie boards in 2020 for two reasons. The more mundane reason was simply wanting to support my hobby of woodworking. Secondly, I became enamored with the artistic aspects of merging wood and epoxy. That has led to a wide collection of unique boards, which I’ve been selling at juried art fairs and craft shows. I was hesitant to sell them here, on my website, because of the expense of shipping them. Lately, though, I’ve been encouraged by friends to do so, and now you have the opportunity to get them as well.
These are NOT cutting boards. They are meant for serving and are finished with a food-safe hard wax/oil mix that resists water rings, wine spills, and the like. Of course, using them for fresh veggies, cheese, cold meats, and more while entertaining friends and family is their main purpose. Yet, I hope they can also serve as a decorative piece within your kitchen or dining area.
Yes, I’m aware that there are much cheaper charcuterie boards available. Most are made in China from bamboo. And, yes, I know other woodworkers might be offering less expensive boards that look nice. But I’ve made a point of adding handles to my boards, which most others don’t. And epoxy is very expensive and adds more time to the production of a board. Also, most of the contents I use inside the epoxy cost money. So, I think, all in all, I’m offering these boards for a fair price. BTW, the price includes shipping via UPS.
{Note: To care for these boards, simply wipe them clean with a cloth using cool, clean water. Neither hot water nor soap will enhance the cleaning process for these (according to wood scientists). Avoiding hot water and soap will also help the board’s finish last longer. But, should you want to spruce up the finish at some point, mineral oil, as sold for butcher block boards, will do the trick. Beeswax can also be used.}
