# Watermelon Cutting Boards This Fruit-Inspired Kitchen Accessory Makes Every Day Feel Like Summer By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-08-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-cutting-board References: [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/237276639/watermelon-shaped-maple-cutting-board?ref=shop_home_feat_4) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/AHeirloom?ref=l2-shopheader-name) Summer may be coming to an end but foodies can enjoy the spirit of the season year-round with this watermelon cutting board from [Etsy's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-cookie-cutters) AHeirloom shop. The e-retailer specializes in novelty housewares like cutting boards that are inspired by American states and [monogrammed butcher blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-prep-serve-butcher-block) that make for an ideal, custom gift. This watermelon cutting board boasts a half circle shape and is reminiscent of a watermelon slice. The kitchen accessory is made from natural maple wood and is aesthetically pleasing -- featuring seed carvings that make it realistic and charming. The fruit-inspired cutting board is a great housewarming gift item that will make foodies smile and is a product that marries aesthetics with function. The accessory makes every day feel like summer and is a high quality item that offers durability over time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Novelty Housewares:** Opportunity for creating unique and whimsical kitchen accessories inspired by different themes. - **Aesthetic Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating functional products that are visually appealing and enhance the ambiance of the home. - **Personalized Gifts:** Opportunity for customization and personalization to create unique and thoughtful gift options. ### Where This Applies - **E-commerce:** Potential for online retailers to offer a wide range of unique, niche products like novelty cutting boards. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to expand their product offerings with fun and creative kitchen accessories. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating customizable and unique gift options that cater to different interests and hobbies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheese-Shaped Charcuterie Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cheese-block-with-knife.md) - [Multifunctional Kitchen Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latticeboard-multipurpose-kitchen-board.md) - [Heavy-Duty Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicurean-bbq-board.md) - [High-Quality Birch Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-2.md) - [Artsy Serving Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoresin-accented-cheese-and-charcuterie-serving-boards.md) - [Multifunctional Serving Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convertible-serving-board-trio.md) - [High-Performance Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-steelport-steelcore.md) - [Hybrid Serving Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viking-acacia.md) - [Design-Conscious Butcher Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-prep-serve-butcher-block.md)