Ideally cut five pegs from a darker wood, and five pegs from a littler wood. Cut ten wooden dowels 2″ (5cm) in length. Mark holes on tic-tac-toe board for pegs.ĭrill holes in board for pegs. This will ensure all the holes are drilled to the same depth. If using a drill press, you can set the “depth stop”. Mark holes for pegs.ĭrill holes 3/4″ (2cm) in diameter, approximately 3/4″ (2cm) in depth.

Mark horizontal and vertical lines.Ĭut these lines to a depth of approximately 1/8″ (0.3cm) using either a hand saw or a table saw.Ĭutting board lines with table saw. Using a hand saw, table saw, or miter saw cut the board to 1.5″ x 6.5″ x 6.5″ (4cm x 17cm x 17cm).Ĭross cutting board with a miter saw.

Tic-Tac-Toe Game Step 1. Saw board to match dimensions of Tic Tac Toe Game Board. However, I have included pictures of other power tools that can be used to speed up the process. This project can be completed with just a basic hand saw, a drill, and a drill bit. The size of the board and your pegs can easily be modified to match the materials you have on hand. If you only have only type of wood for the dowels, you can paint one set of pegs a different color. In my case, I am using a piece of walnut. One piece of wood approximately 1.5″ x 6.5″ x 6.5″ (4cm x 17cm x 17cm). Depending upon your skills, you can create this project in about one or two hours. A homemade wooden Tic Tac Toe game is fun for all ages and makes a thoughtful handmade gift. This educational game can help teach important strategy skills. Learn how to make a DIY Tic-Tac-Toe game.

Create your own tic tac toe wood