Our Chubby Check'r Cutting Board is designed to be a durable centerpiece in any kitchen. Handcrafted with precision, the larger board measures approximately 14 inches by 14 inches and the smaller board measures approximately 14 inches long and 9 inches wide (Chubby Ckeck'r Jr.), both boards boast a substantial thickness of 2 1/8 inches, ensuring stability and longevity. These boards are made to order, please allow about 2 weeks. Key Features: Heirloom Quality: Constructed from high-quality walnut and maple, this board is built to last and improve with age. Substantial Size: The thickness of the board provides a sturdy cutting surface that won't warp or degrade, even with heavy use. Versatile Use: Ideal for everything from daily meal prep to serving cheese and charcuterie at your next gathering. Natural Finish: Sealed with a food-safe oil and beeswax finish to preserve the wood and maintain its natural beauty. Handcrafted to perfection, it brings both style and function to your culinary adventures. Whether chopping vegetables, slicing meats, or presenting a stylish spread, this board handles it all with ease and elegance. Make the Chubby Check'r a staple in your kitchen or give it as a cherished gift to the food enthusiast in your life.
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Dovetails and Stitches is a family business with a tradition of craftsmanship spanning four generations. We create beautiful, artisanal, handcrafted furniture and accessories in our studio with a deep love of design and a strong passion for quality.
Our new Studio is nestled less than a mile off Highway 59 at the corner of Academy Drive and Powder Plant Road. We are just 20 minutes south of Birmingham, in Bessemer, Alabama, and are open to visitors by appointment. We invite you to give us a call or come by for a visit and work with us to create something truly special. We ship world-wide.
Kim McCall
For Kim's CabinetsRichard was extremely professional. You could tell he wanted to make exactly what we wished and he had so many suggestions that made us feel so confident in his skill. His experienced craftsmanship was quite evident in the finished product. it was such a pleasure to work with him.
Nancy Kettelkamp
For Reclaimed Barn Siding Light Fixture With Caged Edison BulbsAll very positive
Fixture is still in crate, but what I can see, looks great
Stephen Bonikowsky
For Stephen's MantelMy wife and I had a very specific design and style in mind for our fireplace mantle and surround.
After a lot of hunting around and receiving we found Richard with Dovetails and Stitches, from the very beginning I knew he was different than everyone else that reached out to me.
After a couple conversations and a little looking into Dovetail and Stitches I decided to move forward, I've done a little finish carpentry work, enough to know that Richard knew what he was talking about and was asking me all the right questions.
My wife and I are extremely pleased with the outcome, considering that I live many states away and Richard had to do everything based on my measurements I am really impressed, I wish I could upload some pictures to go with the review.
The only reason I didn't give 5 stars across the board was for one minor adjustment I had to make.
Very glad I went with Richard and Dovetails and Stitches and highly recommend them.
Anthony Alvernaz
For Square Cigar Press With Pyramid TipRichard is probably one of the best communicators and flexible project managers I have ever worked with. He seems to truly enjoy his work and is passionate about providing the best outcome. Dynamic in approach. Highly recommend
James Conway
For Payment for New DoorsThis is a difficult review. I contacted several people thru CustomMade regarding building a cabinet for under our TV that would hold all the related electronic equipment. I chose Richard Louis with Dovetail and Stiches. The good: Richard was easy to work with, helped with the design, and was quick to answer any questions. The finished product was beautifully crafted and well made. The bad: The stained finish is not quite what I wanted and does not match the example photos I sent to Richard. The colors in the photos he sent me of the finished product before shipping don’t really match the unit in person. This is not necessarily Richard’s fault, just disappointing. Chaulk it up to the camera or the computer monitor. This is the problem with having something built where you can’t check on the product as it is being made. I will probably try to sand the unit down and re-stain or paint it. The ugly: After it was complete, Richard sent photos of the finished product. Two sections of the wood framing the doors were significantly darker than all other parts of the doors and of the main cabinet, which looked terrible. Richard said that was just the nature of wood, but for an additional $330, he could change it! His claim of 100% customer satisfaction came at a cost. Additionally, when it arrived there was a small stain on the top that did not seem to come from the crate the unit was shipped in and was not shown in any photos. Bottom line, I could have bought a similar piece in a retail store for half the cost, and considering the extra charge to address what should have been done right to begin with, I would not recommend Dovetail and Stiches.
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