In today’s world of personalized items, a custom wooden Challah or cutting board has become a popular choice for both practicality and aesthetics. When it comes to personalizing these boards, two main techniques stand out: laser-cutting and carving. Choosing between laser-burned and carved letters can be a difficult decision, but understanding the differences and their…

A challah board is used to hold and present the traditional braided loaf ofbread called challah. Challah boards are commonly made of ceramic, pottery,glass, or wood. Of these materials wood can be custom-made to match yourdecor and table setting. The following are some of the most commonquestions regarding challah and challah boards. What Is Challah?…

There are three basic types of woodworkers: hobbyists, part-timers, and professionals. Each has his or her own needs, and different levels of investment in the craft and quality tools are justified. Do you work at making things by hand out of respect for the craft? Or do you use power tools to speed up your…

Hand Carving vs. Router Carving When you think of the word carving, chances are that your mind goes directly to carving pumpkins and other gourds with hand tools like knives, axes, and shovels. While there’s nothing wrong with carving pumpkins, hand carving wood might be more difficult than you think! In fact, many people who…