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

[@DIYMontreal]

Router Templates available here: www.diymontreal.com/product-category/router-templates/

[@unixfly]

What type of laser xtool model is that?

[@Zzrdemon6633]

@@unixfly looks like a D1 pro with a home made enclosure, if you go back in all her videos I think I saw one on just that

[@hangingoutwithronwalters4505]

I just subscribed! Thank you. This double sided tape what is the name brand?

[@hangingoutwithronwalters4505]

I have just started doing some inlay work. When checking for that fit. You are right when you said that if you push the new inlay piece into the ground piece that it may be hard to get it out again. What you can do is lay a length of dental floss across the excavated area then if the inlay piece fits perfect just pull both ends of the dental floss and the inlay will pop out!

[@johnblakebelcher7878]

You and the work you do is impressive! :) I appreciate your videos.

[@Joebloe-be5rw]

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.

[@whatworkedforme]

my thoughts exactly.... and no death metal music between breaks.. LOL. Thank you DIY Montreal

[@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.

[@DIYMontreal]

Sweet tip!

[@stevemumford1999]

My epoxy shrinks. How do you prevent it from shrinking?

[@DIYMontreal]

@@stevemumford1999 I've never had that issue so hard to say. Maybe try a different brand?

[@starfishsystems]

​@@stevemumford1999 I'm not aware of any epoxy resin that expands or contracts upon curing. However, if you're adding a thickening filler in powder form, the epoxy resin has to fully wet out the powder, and this process takes time. The initial minute of mixing only starts the process. That's the only explanation I can see for a genuine shrinkage issue. The solution is to allow time for the wetting process to complete before applying the resin, but not so long that it starts to gel in the pot. Refrigerating the materials will help to extend pot life. Smaller batches, constant slow stirring, anything that avoids the pot heating up will help to extend pot time. A very similar wetting process occurs when epoxy is applied to material with a porous surface. The resin will wick into the material. It hasn't shrunk at all, but in effect some of it has drained away. The solution is simply to top it up when that happens, before the resin has begun to gel.

[@haroldmorick2965]

Such a great teacher 😊

[@marcuspullan1142]

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

[@Bender1138]

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!

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome! Enjoy!

[@jaydean7]

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.

[@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.

[@mindyhall4638]

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

[@whycamucwatuwant]

I'm also impressed by that.😊

[@andygray7478]

What a great video, I’m fairly new to using guide bushes etc. but your video made sense to me, next step workshop 😊

[@MrBigMalT]

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

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you! Appreciate it

[@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 😂

[@dougorlando1074]

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

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you very much!

[@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.

[@DougWentzell]

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

[@kinbolluck476]

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[@AnIrishExport]

Thank you for a straight forward and to the point tutorial !!! You make it look so easy, I just bought my first router inlay kit from the link you supplied.... excited to try it out !!!

[@timothycreasy2161]

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

[@DIYMontreal]

You bet! Thanks for watching

[@donhart2934]

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

[@loganare]

Great tutorial, I’m excited to try this technique out. For the dent in your cutting board, depending on how deep, you can sometimes steam them out by placing a damp cloth over the dent and ironing it. Of course you will have sand it and refinish again. Found some success with it!

[@kristinliskacartprovider548]

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

[@DIYMontreal]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ewabergmanholmberg2184]

It was really fun to now be able to follow a woman who does carpentry so nicely :-) I'm so glad I found you and your channel, you give inspiration to start carpentry a little, I'm a complete beginner. Thanks so much :-)

[@84bmw325e]

Excellent video, liked and subscribed. No over excitement and not 3 minutes of introducing yourself.

[@norm5785]

Thank you for sharing your awesome cutting board projects with us. Looks amazing. Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

[@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 .

[@newfielad1967]

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.

[@stacyedwards1112]

Can I just say what a great video. The information was precise, to the point, knowledgable, very well edited and perfect sound! Was lot of time went into making and editing this video. It was such a joy to watch and I never felt distracted by bad sound, shaky cameras, etc.... It was like watching a network show well done!

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks, appreciate that!

[@tonymonaghan5993]

Great video. I bought the kit you suggested. I tried so hard to do this with a guide bushings I had. This was so simple. And as for the tape you suggested. Bingo!! Perfect. Thanks so much for putting the time into creating this!!

[@FixingFurniture]

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

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks so much!

[@robertcastellow5797]

I was looking for a way to make name puzzles for my grandson and his preschool. I think you have shown me the way. Thank you.

[@thomasbrovarone7136]

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.

[@DIYMontreal]

Glad it was helpful! Guide bushings and inlays were a mystery to me too! Was obsessed about figuring them out. And turn out it's not that complicated once you see how it's done :)

[@thomasbrovarone7136]

@@DIYMontreal Agree 110%

[@davepoidvin2364]

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

[@brianh4676]

Great job! A fantastic explanation, a splash of personality so the video wasn't dry and the way you videoed is was on point. Thanks!

[@christopherfcunha]

Very nice! Great tutorial and very nice camera work! In regards to the dent. Although this technique works a bit better with soft woods rather than hard, it does work with both. The only thing to mention is that this technique works only if the finish has not been applied to the project. Once the wood is sealed it's unlikely to work. Make sure the wood is level on a level bench, etc. Using an dropper, place a few drops of water, filling up the dent to the top. Leave it overnight. With pine or softer woods the water will allow the compressed wood that makes up the dent to rise up. This should bring the dent back up to the same level as the surrounding wood surface. You will however nice that this dent will look sort of like a knot. So it will be a bit darker in color due to that area being compressed but I think it adds a bit of character to the project.

[@Bob-qu5ux]

Very nice. Your calm confident manner and excellent explanations are great. Keep up the good work.

[@edwardr1250]

A quick pass through the planer works very well and avoids the risk of overheating the epoxy.

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Excellent tutorial! I love your presence and presentation and the results are fantastic. Great job! Keep up the great work.

[@maitajack]

Merveilleuse idée pour ceux qu'on aime à Noël. Merci Marie.

[@MadMonk67]

Okay, I'm going to have to break out my guide bushings that I bought years ago and never use. That looks like very satisfying work.

[@johnford7847]

Nice technique. Thank you for explaining and demonstrating so clearly.

[@woodworksszm2680]

Do you know how much I love your work? You should be happy 😁 just like me when I see what you have done 👍✅

[@glencrandall7051]

Very well done. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

[@altorres4760]

Soon to retire and transitioning to woodwork. Love your work and ideas!!!

[@fredandes377]

I watched your circle cutting jig video. its excellent. I also prefer the bandsaw jig. would not even consider cutting a circle on a table saw. thanks for the instruction.

[@fredandes377]

I also prefer the bandsaw circle jig. I built one out of scraps,which worked great. Would not even try the table saw method. Thanks

[@anthonyrivera7815]

I love the idea of inlays in charcuterie boards. Can’t wait to try my first one. Thanks for making this video. You’re awesome!

[@paulharry2254]

Thank you for a very clear and understandable tutorial.

[@HEX-A-PAWS]

love, love, love! You rock young lady!

[@johnjensen8560]

Thank you for an excellent video. Makita routers also need an adapter to accept 1 3/16” guide bushings. They are available at Makita service centres. John Jensen from British Columbia.

[@daveychainsaw961]

Nice! quick tip for anyone, unless you're using a fancy compression router bit, it's a good idea to practice downhill routing - going down the slope with the grain, rather than up the slope against the grain. particularly when doing that handle area.

[@jbenson9403]

great job. I was thinking maybe even do an inlay into the inlay. So many options. I see you repurposed a yogurt container for mixing sawdust/wood glue. 👍

[@DIYMontreal]

Yeah, it totally opens up possibilities!

[@Piscesgyal26]

Wow! This is the first time I'm seeing one of your videos and it was helpful and interesting! I'm a novice woodworker and still learning how to use a router but I definitely want to try this one day! Thanks!

[@essextwo]

The paw inlay may be a simple design, but the choice of handle makes it such a stunning piece. Also thx for teaching me a bit about Bosch routers, I work mainly with Makita & DeWalt. This was informative 😎

[@JamesBondDZero7Mi6]

Great tutorial on router inlays. Glad you found your way to them. Now everything you make will have a custom inlay. 😃I make wood bowls and fix cracks with little bowtie/butterfly shapes from Big Island Engraving. I also like the little fish shape too. Now I sometimes hope the bowl has a crack so I can add some extra artwork. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@DIYMontreal]

Cool, thanks for sharing. Never done a bowtie myself, but now I just might :)

[@norwoodaerialimaging9795]

I cut inlays out with my xtool, and you can play with the kerf so the inlay fits in tight. Saves a lot of time and works great

[@madwilliamflint]

Wow! I had no idea that was quite so approachable. I'd never considered doing inlays.

[@DIYMontreal]

Hope you give it a try!

[@madwilliamflint]

@@DIYMontreal I absolutely will. I've started collecting tools.

[@hamb7260]

I have all the respect for your knowledge and thoroughness. Great video to share.

[@jorge727]

Great video! I remember seeing Norm Abram create Dutchmans using a similar inlay kit.👏

[@billm2158]

Really good quality video! Muffling the machine sound allows for a clear commentary.

[@longdriver2]

Nice job. I'm a wood turner and I use bow ties to inlay repairs over some cracks. We have ready made inlays with different color wood. They are easy to use and it makes a piece look special. IWe have access to turtles, dolphins, fish, crosses, and of course different size bow ties.Thanks

[@glencrandall7051]

Very well presented. Thank You for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

[@MartinMaat]

This was insightful. The tools used all look suspiciously clean and new.

[@DIYMontreal]

Most were. This was my first try at inlays! I'm hooked

[@contessas9756]

You're my life goals! Love this. Hope to one day be able to do this and have a shop like yours.

[@piecetoyou8285]

You done a very nice job even though tools are an aid it still takes a competent person to accurately use the tools, Like how you just crack on with quick no nonsense guide,to illustrate how to,

[@rotorrabbitfpv]

Love your videos… the pig cutting board looks awesome!

[@jonathanschmidt4985]

I would keep it too, it came out excellent, good job, loved it.

[@hansdegroot8549]

Very instructive video. Thanks for sharing. The results are amazing. Personally I like the wooden inlay better.

[@LuvHrtZ]

I'd love to see you make a guitar. That's my goal. This is one of the most informative YT channels going around. Cheers.😍

[@toshishimura]

Really enjoyed that and I learnt a lot more about routers

[@MrChewy63]

Wonderful craftsmanship….great job!

[@BitSmythe]

_Fabulous!_ I’ve wondered how to do inlays since I was a kid. Without a bandsaw, there have got to be some other tricks… teach me! 😉

[@DIYMontreal]

Yes, just start with a thin piece of wood for the pig so you won't need to cut it with the bandsaw. Just make sure to secure it to a scrap piece of wood with tape behind the pig area.

[@totherarf]

Great video! Have you heard of a bandsaw technique called Feathering? It could be handy here. You cut as you did but then you use the fact the blade has a kerf to slowly take extra off right down to the line by passing the piece Backwards at a very slight angle so the back of the blade does not burn the edge. The kerf will lightly take off small amounts very accurately!

[@dxrobins]

Epoxy shrinks a bit when it cures. It you're REALLY careful when you pour it this can give you a quite neat reverse emboss sort of effect. If you don't fill all the holes evenly you have to sand some down and then you have some sunken bits and some sanded bits. The only solution I ever found to this was to overfill all the holes a bit. I was using a small CNC machine, so it was then fine to run a smoothing pass to shave the raised epoxy back down. Sanding it would be tedious and the only other way around that I can think of would be a small flattening jig that would sit on top of the board away from the inlay.

[@chippysteve4524]

Great video.That looks like a lot of fun with so many ways to get really creative. Just a thought for next time ur inlaying - instead of using a single piece of wood for the inlay u cd cut loads of e.g. 15 degree 'wedges' and glue them together like a dartboard perhaps using 2 or more contrasting colours or dyed wood.Then use that as the inlay to achieve e.g. sunrise effect,funky bike wheels or hypnotic eyes within the inlay.

[@laff000]

Thanks for the great video. I've purchased lnlay accessories in the past and was annoyed that the company selling them doesn't have instructions on how to use them. Especially the more complicated patterns. The use of epoxy is a great idea. It gives more options when the supply of contrasting wood is limited.

[@the_taranator]

😲 you've just blown my mind. Subbed!!! Thanks for the video. This is actually amazing

[@NapKingCole84]

I've looked at acrylic templates for various things, but it's easy to forget about guide bushings! I've never used them before but this was a great explainer. Great idea with selling the templates as well!

[@willwatlington6750]

Thank you for the great content! This method would be excellent for making your own router table. Getting the recess perfect for the router base plate specifically. I have not seen a video made for this specific task tackled using a router inlay set. Just a thought.. I am certain it could get lots of views too!

[@barstad-9591]

Excellent video. And I love your T-shirt; I sure wish those stores were in Southern California, although I may go broke.

[@josiecapps2555]

So cool I wish I was a could to thing, but with age comes limitations. You make a great tutorial. Years ago, I would ha jumped on it, I love the feel of wood🐾🥰🐾

[@cdtero]

Hi. Greetings from Venezuela.... Thanks for sharing your valuable knowledge and advice with the world... I love all kind of tools... Unfortunately, They are very expensive here...

[@KenpoBill]

Great video. Great presentation as well.

[@mark2talk2u]

Your videos are awesome. Lots of helpful info. Thanks for posting links to all the tools !

[@michaelhockus8208]

nice video. these KZbin videos with all brand new equipment are peculiar to me, but the content and hosting here is great. thanks from my observation, if the inlay becomes stuck when offering up for dry fit, a little template tape on the surface and your fingers could help lift it out.

[@77rostomid]

Wow, you're a real master madam. Thanks for sharing.

[@AlainBoisclaircoaching]

J'adore regarder vos vidéo. Effectif, compréhensif et rapide. Merci!

[@csranch2000]

If you can get a dragon fly template and inlays that is what I'm looking for. Great video. Loved the outcome.

[@cuervojones4889]

Thank you for this video. You are just teasing me making this look so easy. I have a wonderful DeWalt router with all of the fancy trimmings. I tried using it twice. The first time, the piece I was trying to cut went flying out into space never to be seen again. Three months later, I attempted to use a bushing to do the same thing you show here (it's NOT as easy as you make it look). I managed to break the bushing. In frustration, I just threw the rest of the kit out. My wonderful, fancy router is now collecting dust on a shelf. We are no longer on speaking terms.

[@whitneyranchproductions4637]

Excellent video! As others have said, I would rate it highly instructional.

[@PEAKAG]

Wow! That's great. Beautiful results. Your tools do not mention what laser cutter you have used?

[@DIYMontreal]

Xtool D1 Pro

[@andrewclarkehomeimprovement]

Lovely clear tutorial. Cute piggy too!

[@PietervanZyl-w3u]

Thank you. Very helpful. I love watching your videos.

[@bobelliott2748]

My grandfather did inlay work prior to WWI That's ww one, not 2. He did work for the grand ballroom on the Titanic. He left two pieces which my sister has. They depict his grandparents. Always been fascinated with inlay work. Thanks for the video

[@hrlembarnett]

Well done! You’re a very good teacher!!!

[@dnngskn62]

As a new subscriber i really like the complete instruction that keeps pace with such a pleasant voice to boot. I'm not a newbie and very impressed so far. Love the projects, keep them coming.

[@MartinBarron-tr8el]

You are a superb teacher.

[@MCsCreations]

Really beautiful work, Marie! 😃 Thanks a lot for all the tips!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you! You too!

[@stande-man3976]

personally, I use CNC for inlays, but you have shown great skills and precision. Great job. Thanks for sharing

[@yojoehd]

Will the CNC give you sharp points instead of radiuses in corners? I know one has a pretty good selection of very small diameter tooling for CNC.

[@stande-man3976]

yes, V bits will give you precise corners@@yojoehd

[@martingagne3136]

thank you for this video , your explanation a clear and easy to apply .... waiting for the next one ;)

[@billa20102]

This is a fantastic instructional video - GREAT JOB

[@radiantsunsurfer3]

I am really impressed as well!!! Nicely done!

[@joevannucci1392]

Nice! You make it look easy. Good clear explanations, too.

[@onjofilms]

Nice. Always wondered how those collars worked. As for epoxy, make sure you use food safe epoxy for cutting boards.