Wooden Rainbow Cutting Board Workshop

Ready to take your woodworking skills to the next level? Join this Rainbow Cutting Board Workshop at Wood Thumb in San Francisco and create a vibrant, handcrafted piece that’s as functional as it is beautiful. This advanced class is perfect for graduates of Wood Thumb’s beginner-level workshops who are ready to deepen their skills, get hands-on with more tools, and create something truly stunning.

In this immersive session, you’ll start by selecting from a variety of richly colored, 100% natural hardwoods—including mahogany, poplar, yellowheart, and walnut—all free of stains and dyes. Then, you’ll arrange your selected pieces into a rainbow-inspired design, learning how to balance color and grain for maximum visual impact.

Next, you’ll work your way through a lineup of professional-grade tools, including the chop saw, table saw, router table, planer, and sander, while mastering essential techniques such as gluing, planing, cutting, routing, sanding, branding, and oil finishing. With guidance from expert instructors every step of the way, you’ll walk away with a polished 11" x 16" cutting board that showcases both your craftsmanship and creativity.

This class is ideal for anyone looking to build confidence in the woodshop, expand their tool knowledge, and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece that’ll be a conversation starter in any kitchen.

What You’ll Learn & Use:

Glue-up and color layout design

Power tool training: chop saw, table saw, router table, planer

Sanding, branding, and oiling for a professional finish

What You’ll Get:

A handcrafted rainbow cutting board (11" x 16")

Full use of all tools and materials provided

Expert instruction in a small, supportive group

New skills, new friends, and a piece you’ll be proud to show off

Knowledge Required:
Completion of a Level 1 woodworking class is recommended before taking this course.

What to Bring:
Just yourself—all materials and tools are provided.