How to Make A Cribbage Board

[@elviawilus7366]

Thank you (1000) I have a customer request for a cribbage board and your video makes it easy .

[@daisyevans3721]

Thanks so much for posting this. I just started making my own cribbage board and was at a little bit of a lose, when I realized I had to drill all the holes and keep them perfectly lined... A template never even occurred to me. It will be such a big help once I print one out.

[@wmwalkerco]

+Daisy Evans I'm glad I could help!

[@timmann2871]

My wife and I just learned how to play last weekend, so I need to make us a board now. I love your design, it came out beautiful, well done!

[@wmwalkerco]

+Tim Mann I'd love to see your version if you make one!

[@mariawilliams2828]

It was amazing to watvh you at your amazing craft. Well done you. Dina... Cribbage player.

[@dbergman23]

Wow, have your videos gone up in quality. I came across your channel about 2 years ago and remember being blown away by the quality. I wondered why i had never subscribed before. I guess i never went back and watched your other videos, I just enjoyed the new ones as they came out. I was suggested this video after watching another wood worker make a cribbage board. I thought, "Huh, i wonder what this one is like". I did not expect the production level to be that much different. I love this video (only about 3 minute in as i wanted to comment) because it shows how far you came. I've been debating starting my own channel because i figured i'd never match your production level (and others as well). This just shows that we all start somewhere, and so do i need to.

[@gordon1941]

WOW, love this one. I've been thinking of doing a cribbage board for a long time but was not impressed with the options up until now. I'll get started on one like this soon, maybe in time for Christmas for my son's family. THANK YOU!

[@lescenter5505]

Awesome cribbage board project. Very clear instructions. Well done. I've subscribed.

[@wmwalkerco]

+Les Center Thank you Les!

[@CalDocky]

Very cool! I especially like the pivot pin/magnet idea for hidden storage. I'm making a jumbo board with a template I got from Rockler and wasn't sure what to do for pin storage. That is no longer a problem. Thanks.

[@bobbymorgan5710]

Nice board. I like your choice of wood.

[@KSFWG]

Very elegant and very nicely done. Thanks for the video.

[@wmwalkerco]

Thank you! I always love working with figured hardwoods and letting the wood speak for the piece.

[@reforzar]

Nice job. Love your storytelling and videos.

[@wmwalkerco]

Thanks Brian!

[@shaneprokop]

I have been looking all over the internet to find out how to paint the lines and numbers on the boards. Since I can't paint freehand at all well enough I was surprised with the idea of the ink jet printer. Thanks for the idea.

[@wmwalkerco]

+Shane Prokop I hope it works out for you! Glad I could help.

[@theVonThompsons]

I didn't know they made micro abrasives for orbital sanders. I only have the little 1.5x1.5" pads, thanks for the link in the description and congrats on the 5,000 subs! I am hoping to be there soon!

[@wmwalkerco]

So many holes to drill! Check out the latest Wm. Walker Co. project video "How to Make a Cribbage Board"!

[@Schultz-ko3ve]

Nice board, but yea on the drill holes. Would a piece of walnut veneer have hidden them?

[@dennismedeiros5125]

very good video. no hard rock music,lots of narration, just a lot of information. really enoyed this video

[@wmwalkerco]

+dennis medeiros thank you. I try to pack as much information as I feel is important into each video. Thanks for watching.

[@BigDog22132]

great video where did you get the bench dogs used while sanding

[@heyimamaker]

Lol, I 100% appreciate that you didn't use a CNC or X Carve for this :)

[@nitrousblast1]

Where did you pick up the magnets? Are they specifically for wood projects?

[@wmwalkerco]

Amazon, Lowe's, Michael's are all great places for magnets. They aren't woodworking specific. There are ceramic, tape, neodymium magnets of all shapes, sizes, and diameters. Pretty cheap too. I have all kinds of different magnets floating around the shop.

[@robertphillips3992]

Thanks for some good ideas and thanks for posting the video. I especially liked the part where your two dogs went trotting past, I'm a dog lover that little segment added to the realism.

[@ritasenergyherbs3650]

I would like to make a cribbage board - and need to obtain a drill press. Do you have any specific recommendations? A friend has a couple of used ones that I receive first dibs on.

[@jchristopher74]

Comments and question! Excellent looking board - I made one last year for my brother, but only had one kind of wood (it was mounted a lazy susan base - something he has always wanted, but has never seen). I don't have a drill press and had to hand drill all the holes - not as fun as you would think! love the idea of the lower layer and the magnets to hold it in place! Questions are how do you maximize the grain of the wood? I thought I had read that direct sunlight will bring out the grain...is that right?

[@wmwalkerco]

Wow, I can't imagine drilling all those holes by hand! I hadn't read anything about direct sunlight but I imagine that could be true. I like to use that oil/spar urethane mixture to bring out the grain. It really soaks into the wood and adds a lot of depth to the grain versus using polyurethane which I feel looks more like a top coat and kind of plastic like. Whenever I used figured woods, I use my oil mixture to finish.

[@danr78]

Great board! I like the trick with the printer! Consider hiding the milling marks in the well for the cards with felt or flocking???

[@LKMKully]

Great job. One thing I would do, is put felt material inserts where the cards & pegs would go. Say, a green to match the logo. Just a thought.

[@wmwalkerco]

Flocking would also be a good option.

[@TheSeancassady]

How did you line up the holes for the magnets with the holes being on the interior?

[@wmwalkerco]

+Annony Mouse just used a tape measure to find the center of each piece. Nothing overly complicated

[@terryperry8523]

drill a small hole through from top (using one of the holes already drilled) then you have a reference point on each board.

[@richardleslie410]

the link to "printable cribbage board Template" is not active

[@bluetarantulaproductions6179]

very nice work man. I have been thinking about doing some woodwork in my spare time (if I ever could get enough money to afford the tools needed to do so). I used to be good with band saw when I was in high school about twelve years ago.

[@wmwalkerco]

You can get started fairly cheap and support your addiction by selling pieces and buying more tools. That's what I did/do. Since my primary job is being a photographer, any commission that comes along I try to put that money back in the shop. you can pick up smaller, older band saws on Craigslist for $50 or so. A circular saw and a drill can take you a long way. Then maybe a router, table saw, and either a jig saw or a band saw. A drill press is invaluable as well. Planers can be pricey but you can save a lot of money by being able to mill your own stock and not paying a ridiculous amount for milled lumber. Plus, that's how you find the really unique pieces!

[@alexeggen3134]

What is the name of the tool you were using (very briefly) when you used the table saw. The yellow guide with the handle. That looks very nice and I've never seen one like that before.

[@wmwalkerco]

That's called "the grripper" it's made by Microjig. I got that one on sale at Lowe's but you can order them online too.

[@alexeggen3134]

Thank you!

[@bobweissman103]

A friend asked me to build him a cribbage board. You class gave me some wonderful ideas. However it does not look possible without a drill press.

[@johnathanmcburnie1704]

Loved your video guy! I'm going to be trying something similar soon!

[@wmwalkerco]

I'd love to see it when you finish it!

[@ZacJones]

Great video! How do you play Cribbage?

[@wmwalkerco]

That's a good question! Haha. this was a custom commission from a client. I only know the specs of the board. I don't actually know how to play. I did read the rules first but never played a round.

[@ZacJones]

+Wm. Walker Co. I'll have to look into that!

[@ericsmtbadventures9]

Great video, well done! A little advanced for me but it's something to strive to.

[@felixmx3]

Is the pivot pin just pressure fit? How does the top stay on? Or are you relying on the magnets to just hold it in place? I love the idea and looking to build a similar set up. Great work!

[@DarinSwenson]

What inch thickness were the boards you used?

[@wmwalkerco]

+Darin Swenson both pieces were 4/4 (1")

[@DarinSwenson]

+Wm. Walker Co. Thank you. Great video!

[@arejay1992]

I want to know how to make the storage compartment for pegs with a metal slide. And where to get the slides? I havnt found much useful help yet in you tube, or anywhere else. I have a router to make the compartment but how to cut the small grooves, if I ever find metal slides.

[@wmwalkerco]

Hmmmm. How about some shim stock cut to size and a slot cutter on the drill press? Look up Bearkat's "making a backsaw" video for reference. You could cut the metal to whatever size you want then clean up the edges with a file.

[@rkdv]

Use a bar toolholder magnet from harbor freight as a drill press guide.

[@garymccraw1466]

That's a AWESOME CRIBBAGE BOARD

[@wmwalkerco]

Thanks Gary!

[@biondatiziana]

Nicely done! Thanks for posting.

[@MacToolsAddiction]

You can also put the template through a planer

[@ecrusch]

Came out great ! I've subscribed.

[@wmwalkerco]

+Eric Rusch Sr Thanks Eric. The client was really happy too :)

[@markwarner5554]

Neat. My drill press sucks too much for a project like this. Too much TRO. Also, to make templates remove more cleanly and easily, I cover the surface with masking tape, then use 3m 77 to attach the template to the tape. Then when I'm done, just peel the tape away and template and glue go with it.

[@wmwalkerco]

That's a neat tip with the tape! I'll have to try that!

[@markwarner5554]

It works pretty well. I use it mostly for cutting slots in fret boards. Like this: i.imgur.com/xzDI3D0.jpg

[@makaylacox3399]

I was wondering how many holes this has

[@MakeSomething]

Very nice!

[@wmwalkerco]

Drunkenwood The man himself! Thanks David! I'm honored that you took the time to watch :)

[@bryanmosher6432]

My next shop project thanks

[@chrisog9800]

making it this weekend

[@wmwalkerco]

+Chris O'G I'd love to see how it turns out

[@Naanbreadsteve]

Good drilling,🌵

[@dylanm2012]

That was legit. Keep up the great work.

[@wmwalkerco]

Thanks Dylan!

[@loriseaborn3589]

nice job my cribbage board is the number 29

[@hspringsteen]

That turned out really well. Too many holes to drill. That, is a job for a CNC.

[@wmwalkerco]

+Howard Springsteen Thanks! It was a lot of holes to drill. If I got a lot of inquiries for cribbage boards I would definitely look into CNC. Since this was custom and only one piece, it was manageable to use the drill press. I've thought about getting CNC for doing signs and custom logos on pieces for local businesses but haven't bit the bullet yet.

[@terryperry8523]

@@wmwalkerco I've made hundreds of cribbage boards...never will I use CNC. Mine are hand crafted.

[@neilmunro7924]

beautiful

[@Roboboy17]

If you spray isopropyl alcohol on the hot glue it'll come off much easier

[@ke6nber]

Well done!

[@pedroarellano4266]

WOW!!! That is all! Well, that and thank you!!!!

[@20Macdonald09]

3.50 mins in gave me the fear. 😆

[@gastonmarquis5316]

Il n'y a pas de chiffres

[@jimastor9249]

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[@wilf3225]

Sick! (Very cool) :)

[@wmwalkerco]

Thanks as always Wilf!

[@donaldaston7487]

I'm playing online cribbage at GameColony.com

[@benbrubaker7896]

Looks like you are in need of a CNC machine to drill all those holes.

[@wmwalkerco]

That definitely would have been helpful!

[@smjohnson728]

lame