Router inlays | Who knew it could be that easy!?

In this video, I’m sharing a foolproof method for creating perfect router inlays using templates. First an epoxy inlay of a paw print, then a wood on wood inlay using a ‘pig profile’ router inlay template. The secret is to use guide bushings or a router inlay kit. Plus, I’ll also do some router table template routing to create a curved charcuterie board handle.

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►CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:11 Router guide bushings explained
1:02 Epoxy inlay - prep & cutting (PAW PRINT)
3:57 Epoxy inlay - filling
5:15 Charcuterie board handle template routing
7:30 Charcuterie board finishing process
8:36 Router inlay kits explained
9:27 Wood on wood inlay (PIG PROFILE)
15:29 Pig cutting board - shaping & finishing
16:39 Get the router inlay templates

[Joebloe-berw]

THIS is exactly how to make an instructional youtube video. I'm not necessarily interested in doing inlays but I clicked because it looked interesting and I watched the whole thing because the video moved along nicely. No extra rambling or unnecessary information. Perfect.

[Bender]

This was probably the best router bushing video I've seen. I never thought I would be able to make inlays without a CNC, and now I am definitely going to try it with my plunge router this weekend!

Thanks!

[marcuspullan]

I love how you give simple/easy to understand/follow instructions. I’m new with high hopes.

[maxximumb]

A helpful thing my grandad told me about inlays, when offering up the inlay use a couple of lengths of strong thread (I use dental floss) laid across the hole ensuring you have plenty of thread on each side to hold on to should the inlay fall into the hole and you need to lift it out by the threads.

[Sebastopolmark]

GREAT project/tutorial Marie. So many times content providers skip the little details and all of your videos give us the confidence to "give it a go". Thanks again.

[morrisonsusan]

From another female woodworker, you are very good! I like your teaching style and your attention to detail without a lot of unnecessary verbage.

[mindyhall]

Love your straightforward, clear, concise way of teaching…super, super helpful. Thanks!

[timothycreasy]

The boards turned out nice. And I think walnut is a good contrasting wood for inlay work.
Thanks for explaining how the kits work in that much detail

[MrBigMalT]

Your videos are always a delight to watch… you’ve got such a clear way of explaining things 💗

[donhart]

Hi, I have to start by saying you are an absolutely amazing woodworker. I've been doing woodworking for about 30 years and have a very well equipped shop. I have the best wife in the she doesn't care what I buy. I've watched your inlay video at least 20 times and went and bought the same router and bushings that you use also I got the double stick tape as well, it is truly amazing. Well I can hardly wait for your next video to come out. Keep up the wonderful work.
Have a great day
Don

[Mrmakeeverything]

Awesome. That was very clever to cut the walnut to release the cutout of the pig. Thanks for sharing! I've been cutting all the way through my slabs until this point 😂

[DougWentzell]

Excellent video. Love your brief, concise explanations without the incessant rambling, babbling of other sites and the lack of obnoxious music.

[jaydean]

I had been studying how to make skateboards when I came across this delightful video. what I learned from you will be perfect for board customization.

[dougorlando]

What a fun project with a functional outcome. You are an amazing teacher with strong craftsman talents. Thank you so much for sharing.

[dinoLomedico]

WOW, you pullout all the stops !!! A giant array of the latest and best of tools is found in the capable hands of this artist .

[FixingFurniture]

It’s nice to see how your YouTube channel has grown Marie. Your confidence and filming have really grown. Well done! Scott

[newfielad]

Now this is how to explain doing inlays and epoxy routering. I am making a crib board and cutting a Canada flag at the top and fill with epoxy. Your router explanation is spot on. Leave it up to a fellow Canadian to make router bushings understandable. Thanks Marie.

[davepoidvin]

A t-bone steak, a bar-b-q, simple but easily recognizable items that are associated to food and fun. Great video and looking forward to more. Dave & The Girls

[thomasbrovarone]

I'm still new in my wood working journey and I've learned a lot from your video and some others. Using router templates have been a bit of mystery to me. Finally ... a simple explanation with actual use. MANY, MANY thanks. Inlay kit was an extra bonus. I can't wait to get back into my shop when my long distance work assignment is done.

[kristinliskacartprovider]

This is the best video for Bosch guide bushings that I’ve found. Thank you