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   killenwood | Dec 31, 2010 10:55pm | #1

   I create all my templates using the SketchUp model. I've described this process in a blog entry for Design. Click. Build. located at this URL:

   https://www.finewoodworking.com/item/31949/maloof-and-templates-by-sketchup

   I'm currently making a small Hepplewhite sideboard (shown in attachment picture) with various stringing and inlay. All of this is included my design model which includes full-size orthographic views and print-outs for the inlay templates. Where there are arc shaped stringing, SketchUp also shows me the center point for the arc. This is also a part of the template, so that I can locate the cutting tool in the center point to cut the 1/32-in. groove for the stringing.

   Tim

   
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   RalphBarker | Jan 01, 2011 10:22am | #2

   As Mom used to say . . .

   " . . . it depends."  ;-)

   The approach depends on the size and complexity of the inlay. Relatively simple shapes can be inlayed using a router and an "inlay kit" (1/8" bit, guide bushing and collar) like this one:

   http://www.eagleamerica.com/product/v400-1321/best_sellers

   Note, however, that the level of detail is limited by the diameter of the bit/bushing/collar diameters.

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   BruceS | Jan 01, 2011 08:41pm | #4

   Inlaying

   Remember !!  This is an  eighth inch solid carbide spiral up-cut bit and the cross section of the two flutes is very small and VERY subject to breakage if too much is expected of it.    Between  3/64" and 1/16" depth of cut would be my recommended MAX depth of cuts or less if you are into very hard exotics.

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   DonStephan | Jan 01, 2011 07:57pm | #3

   The process on the scale of a curved table edge was described very well in Dining Tables by Kim Carleton Graves.  Don't know if the process would be equally applicable for a small closed shape, but it might be.  The above reference to the inlay kit might be the fastest solution.