Wooden cutting boards are easily repurposed for all kinds of practical purposes.

Whether your wooden cutting boards are worn out or you come across a treasure trove at a garage sale, you will want to hold onto or snap them up, whatever the case may be. Wooden cutting boards are one of the more cleverly repurposed household items. They can easily be upcycled and given new life. Discover some of the clever ways that cutting boards can be repurposed.

9 Ideas for Repurposing Cutting Boards

1. Tablet Stand – To keep your iPad safe while cooking, turn a wooden cutting board into a handy tablet stand by affixing a Scrabble tile holder to the bottom of board big enough for your device. You can add a support to hold the board up or simply place it in a plate stand.

2. Blackboard – Need an easy way to keep track of what to get at on your next trip to the store? Chalkboard paint can turn anything into a chalkboard. Paint up an old wooden board, add a hook, and you have got an instant way to make notes in the kitchen.

3. Jewelry Hanger – Anyone who has ever had to untangle a necklace can you tell it is best to store necklaces by hanging them. Add some hooks to a board that’s past its prime in the kitchen to create some additional hanging jewelry storage.

4. Serving Tray – Repurpose a larger cutting board into a functional serving tray by adding some handles from the hardware store.

5. Hanging Mug Storage – By the same token, a little hardware can turn a wooden board into coffee mug storage with some larger hooks and hanging the board from the wall. That’s one way to add hanging mug storage without creating as many holes in your walls!

6. Lap Desk – Whether it’s in the car or on the sofa, most of us find a time when we need a hard-surfaced lap desk. Ever tried to play a card game in the backseat while traveling cross country? A lap desk can really come in handy.

7. Pedestal – Add some knobs or repurposed stool legs to create an elevated pedestal on which to place a table centerpiece for your next dinner party. Use a glass cloche for extra points.

8. Stenciled Wall Art – Old wooden cutting boards can easily be repurposed into wall art. One easy way is to use stencils to paint designs and sayings for some decorative repurposing.

9. Clipboard – Add a pinch clip to make a DIY clipboard.

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Add both function and form to the kitchen with these DIY and designer cutting boards–and say goodbye to boring old cutting boards (especially plastic ones!).

Whether you are looking for a gift or are looking to upgrade your old cutting surfaces, the marketplace is awash in choices that serve both convenience and aesthetics. And that’s not to mention all the great do-it-yourself ideas out there are as well.

Here are some of our favorite wooden cutting boards and cutting board projects for your kitchen.

1. USA Cutting Board – Choose your home state or the whole USA from these handmade epicurean delights made from eco-friendly, renewable bamboo. Show your American spirit or your state pride–one of these would make a great gift as well.

2. Fallen Tree Slab – Turn a fallen tree into cutting boards with this DIY project from Martha Stewart. A chainsaw, safety goggles and a palm sander are required, but other than that the project itself is pretty simple, and what a wonderful way to bring nature into your home. If you have a tree fall on your property, you could even gift all your family and friends wonderful handmade cutting boards!

3. Time To Cook – What fan of “Breaking Bad” wouldn’t love this Walter White inspired cutting board for their kitchen? It’s made from maple with the image  of our favorite “cook” burned into the surface. This cutting board isn’t just a showpiece either, but is meant to be used.

4. DIY Cutting Board – This DIY project uses leftover planks of wood to make a beautiful handmade cutting board. Choose to make larger cutting boards or smaller individual sized serving trays with your leftover wood.

5. Hang it Up – This example is made from reclaimed oak boards from old wine barrels and the handles are made utilizing leather scraps. The added handle gives it a bit of versatility to the use and storage, and the reclaimed materials make it a more eco-friendly choice.

6. Chalkboard Serving Tray – Add chalkboard paint to an existing cutting board for a fun way to label the cheese at your next get together.

7. Mini Cutting Boards – These rustic maple mini cutting boards are made to order from responsibly-sourced wood and are footed for stability and aesthetics. Use them to chop up onions, garlic or herbs or instead use them as individual serving platters. Gorgeous and sustainable!

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