Nick Offerman Debuts Handmade Cribbage Board
Limited edition game set in sycamore and eucalyptus, with metallic pegs and drilled holes.
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Nick Offerman has quietly added another handcrafted gem to his Offerman Woodshop lineup: a limited edition cribbage board made from sycamore and footed with red eucalyptus. In a recent Instagram post, the actor-woodworker invited followers to “count our 15’s under the trees” and teased the new release alongside a breezy riverside shot of the board. With production capped at small batches, these boards are already generating buzz among fans of slow games and fine woodworking.
Handcrafted Design Details
Each Offerman Woodshop Cribbage Board begins life as a dignified slab of sycamore, selected for its swirling grain and pale tone. Red eucalyptus feet elevate the surface, while hand-drilled peg holes trace the familiar cribbage layout. Metallic-toned game pieces slide smoothly through each hole, and buyers can choose between two- or three-player configurations. As the shop’s caption notes, “no two are the same,” making each board a one-of-a-kind tabletop statement.
You can view the full reveal on Offerman Woodshop’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLBMh4XyuGr/. The post includes multiple angles of the board, from close-ups of its wood grain to lifestyle shots against a backdrop of oak trees and river breeze.
Nick Offerman: Actor Turned Craftsman
Nick Offerman, best known for his dry delivery as Ron Swanson on Parks and Recreation, has cultivated a second life as a respected craftsman. A graduate of the University of Illinois with a theater degree, he studied woodworking in New York before founding Offerman Woodshop in Los Angeles. His shop has become synonymous with simple, sturdy designs that emphasize traditional joinery and responsibly sourced materials.
Offerman’s woodworking efforts often share the spotlight with his acting career. Last month, the shop launched the OWS Handy Toolbox, a dovetailed tool chest designed to carry essentials while remaining light enough to move around. The toolbox sold out quickly in the lead-up to Father’s Day, showcasing the crossover appeal of Offerman’s brand to both DIY enthusiasts and gift buyers.
Fans of Offerman Woodshop have also enjoyed tabletop releases like the Little Woodchucks project book and Father’s Day card series, but the new cribbage board marks a return to classic gaming with a modern twist. It underscores Offerman’s belief that simple pleasures—good company, fresh air, and a game under the trees—are worth crafting by hand.
Ordering And Availability
The OWS Cribbage Board is available now in limited quantities through the Offerman Woodshop online store. Prices vary by configuration, and shipping is handled directly from Los Angeles. Interested collectors can secure their piece at https://offermanwoodshop.com/store/kindlin/hearth-home/ows-cribbage-board/.
Offerman’s Instagram notes that once stock is gone, no more identical boards will be produced, reinforcing the idea of each as a collectible work of functional art. Whether you’re a cribbage veteran or looking for a bespoke gift, this handcrafted set offers both play value and display-worthy craftsmanship.
With its grain-rich sycamore, contrasting eucalyptus feet, and gleaming peg set, the Offerman Woodshop Cribbage Board stands out as a thoughtful new release for summer gatherings. As Offerman himself put it, “Wood you come play a round of cribbage with me? ♥️” It’s an invitation worth accepting—especially if you appreciate the warmth of real wood beneath your hands and the satisfying click of pegs on freshly drilled holes.
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