Rustic Spring Cutting Board Craft Tutorial

Looking for a fun and easy way to give a simple cutting board a charming, rustic makeover? This DIY project is perfect for adding a touch of farmhouse flair to your home! Using just a few materials, including a wooden bird cutout and some paint, you can create a beautiful rustic spring inspired cutting board in no time. Follow along for all the details!

Supplies You’ll Need:

Wooden cutting board (I got mine from Hobby Lobby!)
Wooden bird cutout from our Bird Cutouts Pack
Wood stain (I used Waverly Antique Wax)
Acrylic paint: Vintage White & English Navy
Painter’s tape
Sanding block
Spanish moss
Greenery (optional)
Raffia
Hot glue gun & glue sticks

Step 1: Prep & Stain the Cutting Board and Bird Pieces

Start by staining both the cutting board and the wooden bird cutout with Waverly Antique Wax. This gives the wood a rich, warm tone and helps create a rustic feel.

Once the stain is dry, paint the bird with Vintage White. This soft, creamy color will contrast beautifully against the darker background. Let it dry completely before moving on.

Step 2: Paint the Cutting Board

Now, let’s add a pop of color! I painted my cutting board in English Navy, applying two coats for full coverage. Sometimes, bamboo cutting boards absorb paint differently, so don’t be afraid to go over it again if needed.

Step 3: Add Pinstripes

To give the cutting board some extra detail, I decided to try pinstripes! Using painter’s tape, I created a design with one thick stripe and two thinner ones. I then painted the stripes in bright white to contrast against the navy background. I think this is a super pretty combo. What do you think?

My stripes weren’t perfectly straight, but once everything was finished, you couldn’t even tell! If you love the look of crisp lines, take your time positioning the tape before painting.

Once the stripes are dry, lightly sand over the entire board to give it that distressed, farmhouse look.

Step 4: Distress the Bird

Next, to add some dimension to the bird, I lightly sanded over the Vintage White paint and then used an inking pad around the edges to create a subtle distressed effect.

Step 5: Assemble & Add Finishing Touches

Now, it’s time to assemble everything! Glue a small bundle of Spanish moss to one corner of the cutting board, then attach the wooden bird on top. Than add a little greenery for an extra pop of color.