6 x 12 Cutting Board Template

We designed inlay cutting boards live in Easel.

If you make an inlay cutting board, "post it here on the forum!":https://discuss.inventables.com/t/inlay-cutting-board-template-gift-idea-live-event/31171

Estimated time: 30 minutes

To make a cutting board in the shape featured in the pictures above, click the "Open in Easel" button.

Here are a few other templates

"Rustic Cutting Board with Handle Template":http://easel.inventables.com/projects/r-R1Z49jHg1ghpbdDjVMrw

"Rectangle cutting board template":http://easel.inventables.com/projects/GIZ4oPb23UUs7WvW7rhm0g

Estimated time: 1 minutes

Choose the design you would like to use.

Once you have the design you would like. Select the design and click "Apps" than click the "Inlay" app.

The Inlay App will display both the pocket and insert part of the inlay. Choose the bit diameter you would like to use. The tolerance controls how tight the inlay will fit. Too tight, and it will be very hard to fit in, and too loose will show gaps between the insert and the pocket. We like to use a tolerance of .002".

Import the design.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

When you import the design you will the original design, and the pocket and insert. You will want to delete or hide (turn to white) the original design and only use the imported pocket and insert.

Create a copy of this project by selecting "File" -> "make a copy"

Make one file for the pocket and cut out of the thick piece of wood. And make the second file for the thin insert. Make sure the enter the correct material dimensions.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

Cut out the files. Sand the insert and pocket lightly to get rid of any burs on the edges. Test to make sure the inlay will fit, if the fit is very tight, do not insert all the way before glueing!

Put some wood glue in the pockets and place the inserts in the pockets. I found it easiest to put a piece of clear plastic on the top of the insert and use my body weight to press the insert into place.

When the insert is as flush as possible, wait for the glue to dry.

Once the glue is dry, Sand the board to your liking and use the Mineral oil to give the board a shiny and finished look.

The mineral oil will keep the wood from cracking over time and is food safe :D

Estimated time: 20 minutes