In this video, the second of a multi-part series, Laub demonstrates how to cut a cavity for his aspen-leaf inlay using carving tools and a laminate trimmer with a straight bit. He uses gouges to define the perimeter of the cavity, hogs out most of the waste with the laminate trimmer, then picks up the gouges again to trim the cavity walls.

ABOUT THE SERIES

Mark Laub, a professional woodworker, embellishes almost all his work with traditional inlay and double-bevel marquetry, using everything from wood veneer to old piano keys. He shows how it’s done in this multi-part video.

 

ON VIDEO: INLAY STEP-BY-STEP

	Intro to Embellishment Transform an ordinary piece of furniture into something spectacular
	Blank Cutting How to design, create, and shade a precise inlay blank of veneer
	NOW PLAYING Carving the Perfect Cavity Exacting techniques to create an inlay cavity using hand and power tools
	Metal Accents Simple techniques with solder create the look of antique pewter