Australian Woodsmith

Kitchen Tools

Making my own woodworking tools offers a new level of enjoyment of practising this craft. I also love to cook. So why not bring those two concepts together by making some kitchen tools? Here are four options that would make an ideal set or to mix and match.

Cutting boards use up scrap pieces most of us have squirrelled away. A small one like this serves as an ideal extra prep surface in the kitchen or on display as a serving board for cheese, charcuterie or fruit and vegies.

A scraper comes in handy for scooping chopped food into a larger bowl or cooking pot. Sometimes called a dough knife, it also divides dough cleanly.

Speaking of dough, a rolling pin can be simple or complex. Our version is inspired by a vintage French-style pin. It’s a fun and fast turning project.

The final tool adds safety to getting items in and out of a hot oven. The push/pull tool keeps your hands away

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