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Four cheap 1x3s, a handle, and two feet — pieced together instead of cut from one expensive slab.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main boards | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 23 3/4" | Poplar 1x3 | ☐ |
| Handle Extends past the main boards — this is what makes it a handle. | 1 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 28 1/2" | Poplar 1x2 | ☐ |
| Feet | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 11 1/2" | Poplar 1x2 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Poplar or pine, 1x3, 8 ft Any species works — this is a piecing technique, not a wood-selection showcase. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Poplar or pine, 1x2, 5 ft The handle and the two feet come from this. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 2 oz | ☐ |
| 1-1/4" brad nails | 12 each | ☐ |
| Food-safe butcher block finish (mineral oil or board butter) Never use a film finish like polyurethane on something food touches. | 4 oz | ☐ |
Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.