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Gourmet Cutting Boards

I've made and sold over 8,000 cutting boards, butcher blocks, wood countertops, and butcher block islands. With all this experience, I've learned that end-grain cutting boards require several things to stand the test of time: First, the maker must be extremely precise. Your tools have to be dialed in exactly and you have to pay careful attention to wood movement and craftsmanship. Second, you have to use the right materials. Food-safe mineral oil, Titebond 3 glue, rock maple, cherry, and walnut. I love making them and would be happy to craft one (or 100) to your exact specifications.

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John Loftis

John Loftis

Lone Star Artisans

Plano, TX
Member since: 2012
5.0
8 Maker Reviews
  • Long-time member

    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

  • Fast shipper

    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

John is a custom woodworker who made his first piece of furniture in shop class in 1984. Since then, he has completed hundreds of woodworking projects. In 2011, John launched LoneStar Artisans, a company dedicated to finding and celebrating the best artisans in Texas.

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    Matthew Duncan

    For Custom wodden base
    5.0

    Lone Star Artisans made a custom platform base for one of my display cases. They did an AMAZING job! I highly recommend Lone Star Artisans and will be using them for any future projects.

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    Kristin Sustaita

    For Custom cabinet doors and drawer
    5.0

    John installed custom cabinet doors to match our current cabinets, along with a drawer and a butcher block counter piece. He was very personable and timely, and we are really happy with the quality of the work!

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    marcia koenig

    For marcia's Picture Frame
    5.0

    John made 2 very large cherry picture frames for me. Communication during the process went smoothly. John completed the frames on time for an extremely reasonable price. John is very easy to work with, and the frames look wonderful!

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    David Sparks

    For cedar table top
    5.0

    John provide great value for the excellent work he performed for me. My project was a live-edge table top. He joined my planks together with a seamless seam, along with corrections for a warp in my boards. I am thoroughly satisfied with the final project. I would highly recommend Lone Star Artisans for their craftsmanship and customer service. Thanks for a job well done.

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    sean perez

    For Multi Hardwood Edge Grain Cutting Board
    5.0

    Working with John was a pleasure from beginning to end. He was in constant communication, prompt with his work and his craftsmanship was worth every penny. I wanted something one of kind to be a wedding gift for a family member, something for them to treasure for years to come. John fulfilled that wish with care, flexibility and professionalism. I will order from John again and again.

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