Simple Inlay Coaster
notes
Experiment with different fonts and materials!
To learn more about the Inlay Generator App, check out this gallery project: easel.com/gallery/lC37dtQS
machine
X-Carve Pro
materials
Hard Maple, Walnut
COMMENTS
How to deal with extra glue? I'm happy with the design and the inlay letters fit well. I noticed after the glue dried it was really hard to get all of it off for a clean surface. I should have double-checked and wiped off the excess before it dried. Any tips for dealing with this? Do I just need to keep sanding?
Thomas L. · March 17, 2026
(It would be nice if I could attach pictures here!)
Thomas L. · March 17, 2026
I find that a sharp chisel works better than sanding for glue (cuts instead of smearing it around). Especially as a first pass.
John McWhirter · March 17, 2026
Good point! Now I need to sharpen my chisels...
Thomas L. · March 17, 2026
Also, if you can get to it while it's wet a wet paper towel works best as most wood glues are water soluble when wet. If it's starting to get to the gummy/semi dried stage you're best off just waiting for it to fully dry and use a chisel like @John mentioned.
Brian Adle · March 18, 2026
Yes, that too. I had assumed it was dry-ish glue at least.
John McWhirter · March 18, 2026
I wipe it with a paper towel when it's wet and then afterwards I sand the rest off.
Zach Kaplan · March 19, 2026