How It's Made - 3D Patterned End Grain Cutting Board

When the oil hits the wood at the end, the 3D effect nearly pops off the screen! This is a custom end grain cutting board that I built using maple, walnut & cherry hardwood. It’s an intricate board to put together with a lot of steps along the way but the end result is totally worth it. Make sure to subscribe for more custom woodworking videos and if you'd like to own this or another custom, handcrafted board, head over to my website for ordering. To see what I’m working on right now, make sure to follow me on Instagram. Thanks for watching!
*Apologies, the blog I mention in the video is no longer on my website*
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0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Mill lumber to 1st glue-up
3:18 - First glue-up
4:01 - Planer/jointer/miter saw pt. 2
5:32 - Table saw action
7:16 - Mill cherry & maple
8:23 - Creating strips @ table saw
11:00 - Gluing up those strips
13:11 - Plane/miter saw strips
16:14 - First panel glue-up
17:45 - Final panel glue-up
19:20 - Cross cut end grain strips
20:03 - Pattern assemble
20:47 - Final glue-up
21:58 - Flatten
23:02 - Squaring up
23:55 - Finger holds/edge chamfer
24:28 - Sanding
25:20 - Branding Iron
25:51 - Oil/wax
26:40 - Feet
27:19 - Finished shots
Links to what I use:
Freud Glue Line Rip Blade: amzn.to/3iW1gE5
Diablo 80 Tooth Fine Finish Blade: amzn.to/3AOU1Up
GRR-RIPPER 3D Push Block: amzn.to/3xVopuF
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RZ Dust Mask: amzn.to/3gaYLMy
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Clark’s Cutting Board Wax: amzn.to/2UrKHX7
Clark’s Round Applicator: amzn.to/37Ynu1L
3M BlueTooth Hearing Protection: amzn.to/2VVVB8v
Cutting Board Feet I Use: amzn.to/2W3FaGy
Featherboard: amzn.to/3xTL2iT
Digital Angle Gauge: amzn.to/2W49UHZ
Painter’s Pyramids: amzn.to/3k5144Q
Framing Square: amzn.to/3iXIFrn
Metric Tape Measure Stanley: amzn.to/2XvzKox
Makita 3 1/4 HP Router: amzn.to/3hTfKn9
Router Flattening Bit Freud: amzn.to/3CZu9qM
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F-Style clamps Bessey: amzn.to/3k2KhPL
Titebond III Glue: amzn.to/37OE44p
Sony A6400 4K Camera: amzn.to/3hRPR78
Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2XCxT1q
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[@kenanderson2002]

There's truly something to be said about having the right tools for the job, but the tools only do what they're supposed to do. The difference is the craftsman, and that's exactly why your work is so beautiful! I used to have lots of decent tools, but my mom got really sick. Sadly, we had to move closer to her doctors, and that meant I had to sell my house & most of my tools. It happened quick, and I got peanuts for them compared to what I paid for them. I kept a few but there's only so much room in an apartment's closet so I had to downsize again. Mom was sick for about 8 years but her final 3 were torture. I turned 40 on this past Sunday, and it was exactly 9 months after my mom died. I've just recently begun slowly getting tools (I have a place now so I can get back to it). My tools were my passion: I dreamt about them. Lol I used to sit in my shop and watch TV & smoke cigarettes in the middle of the night because my shop was actually in my basement and nothing is louder than a planer or jointer at 3AM in a 100-year old Baltimore rowhome. Just something about the smell of sawdust, glues & stains & paint, tobacco smoke and the hum of fluorescent light tubes that makes a guy happy. And absolutely NOTHING can make a guy willingly give up his shop... until his mom needs him. You know, the funny thing is I sit and think sometimes about having my shop and if I made the right decision in walking away from what I had. It took me 12 years to get to what I had and wonder if it was all worth it. That's where the funny part is: every single time I ask myself if I'd do it again, I come to the exact same conclusion: you're goddamn right I'd do it again! I miss my shop, my tools and the things I'd have made in those years, but the idea that I'd have had to let mom go to a nursing home or knowing she'd have suffered even more than she did? Nope. Now I can build myself a new shop and this time, I won't settle for decent or cheap tools. Or maybe I will... but the one thing I will always be is at peace with my choices. The same cannot be said about my brother. Sorry, I didn't mean to ramble like that.. sometimes it just feels good to share with other people who have common interests.

[@judithfairchild8620]

Family 1st.

[@debbiekelly5672]

Absolutely beyond words as to how gorgeous this is. You are exceptionally talented. Thank you.

[@tienquangle8287]

No more words for your exceptional woodwork job!

[@PanchobabyDotCom]

I'm speechless. At Sur La Table, that's a $2,500 cutting board. There are no words for the beauty of that creation. I made one similar to that one, out of 5 of the most exotic woods on the planet. Then I woke up. Too bad were not neighbors. I could learn a lot from you. Wow. Wow. Wow. Well done, sir.

[@ryanhawkins]

Appreciate the kind comment my friend.🙂

[@tonysaldzna2226]

This is cool. I made a cutting board like this when i was in school in the Late 70's but my pattern was different. The way you used the walnut to give it depth is clever, I wish i had one.

[@piratetaylor29]

WCB, any iteration of these configurations would make beautiful table tops. So by mixing the patterns is just outstanding not to mention a time consuming labor of love, creativity, design & style! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@totheknee]

It looks so frickin' 3D!! Such an amazing illusion, I never would have thought it would look that good.

[@JDon280Z]

Absolutely AMAZING. I'm just getting into woodworking and I aspire to build a board like this. I just hope that I have the patience.

[@kingmatthewa]

This was always my favorite design of his. Excellent work.

[@Moose897]

Thank you for the video. That is a beautiful cutting board I love the contrast between the species of wood. Once you oiled the project it popped.

[@JustMyOpinion_1]

My favorite part is watching the oil bring the natural beauty of the wood out❣️❣️

[@Alex_science]

Fantastic job! A master piece. What a patience to make this board! Congrats

[@babannaa3133]

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[@camillacelotto5524]

I clicked on this video because the project seemed interesting and the first thing I saw were two adorable puppies playing, so obviously I had to give it a like immediately 😍

[@_bernhard_]

Wow... One of the most beautiful cutting boards I've ever seen. Beautiful...

[@rockynate]

I love how the cherry board started with the tree feller's cut on one end. As a sawmiller, I see that shape all the time.

[@lampa2525]

A lot of work and a great result. I hope whoever gets it realizes the amount of effort you put into it.

[@unbiased786]

Geometry is mind blowingly fascinating. Seen many vids of board projects, this by far is the most aesthetically pleasing design. Clever stuff. Alot of work. Thanks for that

[@ryanhawkins]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@richardrock4878]

People often comment on projects of yesteryear saying "we would not be able to make those anymore, the craftsmen are no longer around". This video says otherwise, it is the most beautiful item i have seen in years, and i make beautiful stained glass windows! You sir, are a true genius.

[@ryanhawkins]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@richardrock4878]

@@ryanhawkins My pleasure, i will make a comment that i bet many people will agree with! The majority of todays youth would not know what this item is even used for! Imagine them trying to figure out the business end of a hammer/screwdriver/saw!

[@DRawlins100]

I just have to say HOLY CRAP! THAT WAS AMAZING! LOVE IT.

[@charlesthomas9294]

Fantastic job walking us through this. I'd only guessed at some of these steps, but overall it's way more doable than I'd imagined it.

[@billlupton3639]

Wow that’s beautiful. My shop teacher (my first Father figure) showed me glue ups and I was hooked. Of course a checkerboard was my first. Thank you Mr Johnson RIP for knowledge.

[@rondab2504]

I was close to my woodshop teacher also loved that guy lost track of him for 30 years now we have reconnected and talk often I'm 62 he is 80 plus but still going strong!!

[@UncleSarkis]

That's awesome! Lots of work. MTM Wood is what got me into woodworking from watching 1 video like 6 years ago.

[@BaddRyan]

Wow! So fun to watch and amazing workpiece. I’m inspired.

[@cliftontorrence839]

Love your shop space. Can't wait to see it in 5-10 years. Cheers.

[@jnanof]

I don't know what is more impressive, the finished product or 5.7k likes and zero dislikes!!! Gorgeous work!!

[@superwoodworkingtv5490]

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[@stanwiggins3423]

Beautiful finished piece. Great job.

[@leisongivangomo5656]

Absolutely gorgeous workmanship!

[@OnMyWayBack888]

Master piece. Just looking at it makes me tired. So much work! Amazing work

[@EK1and1]

Very nice design! love the use of all the wood.

[@bell_nz8008]

When you added the oil, it was UN BEE LEAVABLE. Awesome vid thanks for sharing.

[@ryanhawkins]

Glad you liked it!

[@BrendaBodwin]

Wow again. Huge cutting board. I love that. This design is amazing.

[@tristannaylor5197]

this is literally so beautiful....im at a loss for words

[@sipthewater]

Looks cool on camera. Nice back burner projects to keep shop workers busy when things slow down.

[@ramanshah7627]

This is absolutely gorgeous.

[@resuelva]

23:18 smiley face in the wood. The board is happy.

[@chrishicks1729]

I am new to this and don’t have the equipment you have but made a few cutting boards. I love them.

[@Ajay1Chouhan1]

Good. You have given acknowledgement to real person who did before you. Respect for you 👍

[@mladenmartinov2432]

First of all, I want to congratulate you on your amazing work, patience and diligence. Your studio is amazing, including the guitars on the Wall, and how happy I would be to play the blues with a cold beer after work. I don't know how many people can boast of such satisfaction from a job well done and the sweet tiredness of it. Congratulations once again and keep going. By the way, I would not cut anything on this work of art.

[@ryanhawkins]

Thanks so much for the kind comment, means a lot!

[@falfield]

Outstanding concept and execution. Congratulations.

[@bobsnow1996]

A work of art if ever I saw one, exceptional woodworking!

[@BBgunX22]

This is one of the coolest things I've ever seen. Great job man!

[@observer8838]

Far, far, far to beautiful to be used as a cutting board! Extraordinary craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing this.

[@ryanhawkins]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@nicholasroy9125]

just magical when you apply the oil and the colors pop out!

[@ryanhawkins]

I love that part.

[@eliaspelo8844]

Awesome project. Be sure to use the jointed edge against the miter saw fence next time so the ends are really square

[@MrJupton1]

Outstanding! Beautifully done and crafted! I could never bare to use it as a cutting board!

[@lucyssilverlining5396]

Me either!!!

[@davidmajersky1969]

Wow that looks incredible I want to make that someday I'm just getting into making cutting boards.

[@kennethsmith3260]

That's trippy, I love it. Awesome job.

[@Alabaster1971]

Absolutely fantastic....skills, patience, tools, material are combined become one amazing result

[@ryanhawkins]

Glad you liked it!

[@elkaku90]

This young man is a true wood artist!!!,

[@martingagnon5414]

Great build and process. Best video so far!

[@craigmoore7521]

Simply amazing!!! Super great job!!!

[@AmberViking]

Wow! Phenominal! Very labour intensive but well worth it.

[@aldridkg]

OMG- I love that! Wish I could do this- so much fun!

[@bubienguitars]

That is gorgeous!!!! WOW!! Thank you for sharing

[@chriskhuchar6032]

Super cool man, when the oil goes on it really pops into 3D

[@robertkolbe3751]

Hey man.. Just wow. I am truly stunned by your work.

[@reagindoerindo4311]

If I made this I would never sell it, not even for 10 thousand, its just TOO beautiful. Such hard work, patience and good equips. Congrats

[@ryanhawkins]

Thank you!

[@piratetaylor29]

M.C. Escher would love this! Amazing! Magnificent! Spectacular! ❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸

[@davestar6457]

Your workshop is amazing!!

[@carlaiter3906]

Me encantó!... felicidades por tu trabajo. Muy bello, lo quisiera como escritorio.

[@lucyssilverlining5396]

Your hard work, patience and skill is impressive!

[@ryanhawkins]

Thank you very much!

[@raymondrobitaille6952]

Ryan, thank you for sharing your amazing work!!! 👌👌👌

[@ryanhawkins]

My pleasure!

[@perrycullen1765]

Wow there's some work involved amazing ,what patience it takes to make such a awesome cutting board ,hell I'd never cut any thing on it 😉 keep up the good work Bro

[@4legdfishman]

Nice work! I've watched the guy from Russia make several pieces. Thanks for sharing!

[@vwmeister]

Great video! Showed it to my woodwork class today for some LOCAL inspiration! 👏👏👏

[@ryanhawkins]

That is awesome Paul! I feel honored :)

[@carrickrichards2457]

Clever and beautiful. Thanks for sharing

[@carmenpenaranda5513]

Wow what an awesome cutting board,it's amazing all the effort and time invested. Thank you for showing us

[@judithfairchild8620]

Beautiful!!!! Great job even if you had to start 3 times

[@wayneosteen1539]

You had me at woofers! Nice work, and more shop doggo shots! :D

[@shirleybrown920]

I loved watching you make this.

[@hildebecker2016]

Splendid, great, a real piece of art🤩! I wish I were an artist as you are.👍👍👍 I wish you all the best for your channel, lots of clicks and followers!

[@redrobin96]

Beautiful work!

[@catxnc]

sir, that is the most beautiful cutting board I have ever seen.

[@giovannindias]

Fantastic... Excellent work... Congratulations! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ericleiteperuzzo6532]

Simply fantastic! Congratilations!

[@Copium88]

This is unreal 😍 .. I wish I grew up learning how to do this kind of stuff

[@ryanhawkins]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-ce4wz2ye1m]

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[@adelsonluis1970]

Trabalho maravilhoso! Parabéns!!!!

[@Eatingbusiness]

Top stuff! I’m doing my homework as I’m hoping to soon progress to some more complex end grain patterns. I’ve just discovered your KZbin account after watching your work on Insta for a while. Love it, very inspirational!! 👌👊

[@ryanhawkins]

Thanks for following along!

[@sharan50000]

Brilliant brilliant brilliant. Congratulations from New Delhi, India.

[@andreimake5593]

Very beautiful!👏🏻👏🏻

[@sirrichardpumpaloaf8154]

Beautiful craftsmanship 👍

[@superchuckie]

Wow, you're work is excellent 😄

[@arifidreeskhan3320]

Absolutely Amazing! Good Work bro!

[@jkaguiar]

Parabéns pelo lindo trabalho!!!

[@MrSmeets]

That’s one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen!

[@gitaseldiy9525]

beautiful idea mate..... really I want to be like you

[@mikhailmarinov8]

Its not his idea... i think he said it pretty clearly in the beginning of the video

[@lisapupillo1724]

WOW! Just perfect!

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Wow that is stunning. Great job. I think I’ll start with something more simple. Andy UK

[@angelomariano9494]

I love your space, beside your work! That would be a fantastic studio for painting ;)

[@Homeworkshop_Evgeniy]

Отличная работа! Выглядит замечательно 👍!!!

[@Zie_carpentry]

Hello sir

[@daikimoto6725]

So wonderful, incredible!

[@dinotom1]

Absolutely tremendous work. Brilliant pattern!. The amount of time put into this though makes it tough to make a profit I would imagine!

[@Dogpool]

I can imagine if he wanted to sell them , longer boards could be used then make multiples at one time.

[@fayazahmed2841]

So Sophisticated and time taking process.❣️

[@toolsandtutorials]

Great work! I think you owe yourself a tracksaw for those squaring cuts, although I'm impressed you do it on the band saw.

[@JD_Customs]

This is the best board I’ve seen !!! Such great work, man !!

[@ryanhawkins]

Thank you so much 😀

[@piratetaylor29]

Thank goodness for time lapsed. 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@TheEdsousa]

now you have one more subscriber to your channel. two reasons 1- your works are great 2- you live in the most beautiful city I have ever visited. actually I lived in North Vancouver twice and I came back in january 2020 and I will definitely come back more often.

[@ryanhawkins]

Thanks for the sub! I agree, I live in such a naturally beautiful pocket of the world.

[@stevieo2716]

wow- its stunning!

[@screamingeekmedia]

Simply gorgeous!!

[@joew3981]

Amazing work! I am curious how that much glue between all the pieces affects the 'end-grain' benefits.