This Dollar Tree DIY Creates The Cutest Cutting Board Decor For Your Kitchen

Finding ways to decorate your kitchen and keep it looking cute can be difficult, but this budget-friendly kitchen decor idea is an easy option for sprucing up your space. A few wooden rulers from Dollar Tree can be transformed into a DIY cutting board that you may decorate however you'd like. While this cutting board won't be functional or food-safe, it can be hung on your kitchen wall or propped up on the counter for an adorable display. You can further enhance this project by painting it, adding lettering, and attaching ribbons, bows, or cords. There are endless options for your DIY cutting board decor, and it can be customized to fit your style.

A TikTok by @Belindsasdiys shows the creator using rulers to create this decoration. Some Dollar Tree stores may not have rulers in stock, but don't fret — the Crafter's Square wood planks will work just as well, though you'll need to drill a hole in one of them if you wish to hang your decoration. Otherwise, you might use a combination of the planks and a blank plywood hanging sign. However you decide to construct your decor, it should be rather simple and add a custom look to your kitchen. This easy and affordable Dollar Tree DIY will add a rustic touch to your home, as each item at Dollar Tree is only $1.25, and will bring beauty to your cooking space.

For those who found wooden rulers at their local Dollar Tree, start by removing the measurement labels, leaving just sticks of wood. Line up several rulers until your cutting board is the size you want. Six rulers or planks should be a good size decoration, but you could use less or more depending on your preference. When you're placing the rulers side by side, make sure that the holes are all on one end. With the craft planks, you won't need to worry about this step, as they don't have holes.

Now, you'll need to attach the pieces of your cutting board with wood glue. Hot glue could also be used instead if you already have it on hand. Apply a line of glue across the long edge of your plank or ruler and press it into the one beside it. Repeat this process until you have your base shape. To make your project look more like a cutting board and cover the rulers' holes, cut off the rounded ends of two jumbo craft sticks. Glue these pieces over the top and bottom edges of your cutting board. Cut wood planks could be used instead if the craft sticks aren't long enough. Flip your project over and glue another ruler, plank, or your blank hanging sign to the back so that it sticks up perpendicularly from the rest of your cutting board. This will be the handle of your cutting board decoration.

When you attach the last ruler or plank as the handle, ensure that the hole is facing upwards so you can hang your decoration. Tie a piece of jute cord through the hole for a cute hanger. Now, you can start to customize your cutting board. Try adding letters to spell a kitchen-themed word or phrase like "dinnertime" with alphabet stickers. If you'd prefer, use alphabet and word stencils to paint your design. For a rustic look, try painting your cutting board white and slightly distressing the paint by wiping it a little before it dries. Using sandpaper after it's dry would also work well. If you have wood stain left over from previous projects, this could also be a great choice for adding color to your cutting board. More jute cord can be wrapped around the handle for a different look, or you might tie ribbons to the handle.

Attaching signs to your cutting board may also give it a more unique look and a different aesthetic. For example, you could remove the wooden ends and hanger from the rustic fall recipes wall sign and glue the design (or a part of it) to your cutting board. Wooden words could also be painted and attached to your decor. If you want something more personal, attach a few mini clothespins to hang pictures on your decoration. This adorable home decor you can DIY with Dollar Tree items is sure to make your kitchen pop.