{"product_id":"hummingbird-inlay-template-clear-acrylic","title":"Humming Bird Router Template (Clear Acrylic)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jms-product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHummingbird Inlay Router Template - Clear Acrylic Woodworking Template\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a delicate, nature-inspired detail to your woodworking projects with this reusable clear acrylic Hummingbird Inlay Template.\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for routing recessed inlay pockets, this template is a great fit for cutting boards, charcuterie boards, serving trays, signs, live edge pieces, wall art, and epoxy-filled woodworking projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe hummingbird design works especially well when you want to add a lighter, more decorative accent to a finished piece. Its smaller profile makes it a strong choice for board corners, serving board details, floral-inspired projects, garden-themed signs, memorial pieces, and custom gifts where a full-size graphic would feel too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat You Can Make With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHummingbird inlays for cutting boards and serving boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEpoxy-filled hummingbird details in charcuterie boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLive edge boards with nature-inspired inlay accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGarden, floral, cottage, and wildlife-themed signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecorative wall art, trays, panels, and handmade gift projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Clear Acrylic Hummingbird Inlay Template?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for recessed inlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e This template is made for routing a pocket into the surface of your project, not for cutting out a full board shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear for precise placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e The transparent acrylic lets you see the wood grain, figure, live edge, knots, and layout marks underneath before routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelpful for detailed designs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hummingbird profile includes smaller curves and finer areas, making a reusable template much more consistent than tracing by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for epoxy inlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route the pocket, fill it with epoxy and pigment, let it cure, then sand it flush for a clean finished result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable shop template:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from 1\/4\" thick acrylic, this template can be used repeatedly when handled carefully and stored flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommended Products to Use With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/template-tape\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Tape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Use this to secure the acrylic template to your wood before routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/45475-s-carbide-tipped-flush-trim-plunge-bit\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePocketing Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Useful for removing material in the larger open areas of the inlay pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/47222-s-miniature-flush-trim-plunge-template-3-16-dia-x-1-4-x-1-4-inch-shank-carbide-tipped-router-bit-with-mini-3-16-dia-upper-ball-bearing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Detail Pocketing Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Recommended for tight curves, small openings, and finer parts of the hummingbird profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/20-l-ecopoxy-uvpoxy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcoPoxy UVPoxy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - A good epoxy option for filling routed inlays up to 1\/4\" deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/collections\/shop-beaver-dust-pigments\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeaver Dust Pigments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Add colour, shimmer, and contrast to epoxy-filled inlays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/collections\/shop-dimensional-lumber\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensional Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Great for cutting boards, signs, trays, and clean inlay projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/collections\/shop-live-edge\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Edge Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - A natural fit for charcuterie boards, serving boards, and organic-style inlay projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/collections\/shop-walrus-oil\/products\/cutting-board-oil-32oz-jug\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalrus Oil Cutting Board Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Recommended for food-contact boards after sanding and finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/collections\/shop-grand-finishing\/products\/grand-finishing-hard-wax-oil\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrand Finishing Hardwax Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - A strong choice for decorative and non-food-contact projects like signs, trays, wall art, and display pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use This Hummingbird Inlay Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare your wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a flat, clean surface. This template works well on cutting board blanks, charcuterie boards, live edge wood, serving trays, signs, and decorative panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition the template:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the clear acrylic Hummingbird Inlay Template on your project and use the transparency to line it up with the grain, edge, figure, or layout marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure with template tape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/template-tape\"\u003etemplate tape\u003c\/a\u003e to the back of the acrylic template and press it firmly onto the wood so it stays in place while routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoute the inlay pocket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the larger \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/45475-s-carbide-tipped-flush-trim-plunge-bit\"\u003epocketing bit\u003c\/a\u003e to remove most of the material where possible. Use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/47222-s-miniature-flush-trim-plunge-template-3-16-dia-x-1-4-x-1-4-inch-shank-carbide-tipped-router-bit-with-mini-3-16-dia-upper-ball-bearing\"\u003esmall detail pocketing bit\u003c\/a\u003e for the tighter curves, smaller openings, and finer details in the hummingbird shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove the template:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully lift the template from the wood once the pocket has been routed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill the inlay if desired:\u003c\/strong\u003e For an epoxy-filled inlay, mix epoxy with your chosen pigment and fill the routed pocket. Leave enough material to sand flush after curing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSand and finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e After the epoxy has fully cured, sand the inlay flush with the surface. Use a food-safe oil for cutting boards and food-contact projects, or a hardwax oil for decorative and non-food-contact pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWatch How We Use Acrylic Inlay Templates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis video shows the general process for using clear acrylic router templates to create clean, repeatable inlay pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-bottom:56.25%; height:0; overflow:hidden; max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mpzIZfFzkUE?si=hJH9sr0sJ5aBdLOM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen style=\"position:absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTemplate Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hummingbird profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbird profile size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4.75\" wide by 5.75\" tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.875\" wide by 7.875\" tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" thick clear acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routing recessed inlay pockets, tracing, and repeatable layout work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 03-030\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHelpful Router Template Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/template-guides\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Browse our main hub for router template tips, project ideas, and related guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/router-template-guide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRouter Template Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Learn how router templates work and how to get cleaner, more consistent results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/what-router-bit-do-i-need\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Router Bit Do I Need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Choose the right router bit for pocketing, detail work, and template routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/template-routing-for-beginners\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Routing for Beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - A beginner-friendly guide to getting started with acrylic templates and routers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eIs this hummingbird template for cutting out a full board shape?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. This template is designed for routing a recessed hummingbird inlay pocket into the surface of your project. It is not intended as a full board outline or cutout template.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eCan I fill the hummingbird inlay with epoxy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. After routing the pocket, you can fill it with epoxy and pigment. Once the epoxy cures, sand it flush with the wood surface for a clean finished inlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhich router bit should I use for this design?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse the larger pocketing bit where there is enough open space to remove material efficiently. For tighter curves, small openings, and finer parts of the hummingbird profile, use the small detail pocketing bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eHow do I keep the acrylic template from moving?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe recommend using template tape. It secures the acrylic template to the wood while routing and avoids the need for screws or clamps in most inlay layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eCan this template be reused?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. The template is made from 1\/4\" thick acrylic and can be reused many times when handled carefully, cleaned after use, and stored flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat projects work best with a hummingbird inlay?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis design works well for cutting boards, charcuterie boards, live edge serving boards, floral-themed signs, garden-inspired decor, memorial pieces, trays, wall art, and handmade gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat finish should I use after sanding?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor food-contact boards, use a food-safe cutting board oil such as Walrus Oil Cutting Board Oil. For decorative or non-food-contact projects, Grand Finishing Hardwax Oil is a good option for a durable, natural-looking finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate clean, repeatable hummingbird inlays with better placement, consistent routing, and a polished finished look.\u003c\/strong\u003e This clear acrylic Hummingbird Inlay Template is a practical template for makers building cutting boards, charcuterie boards, live edge pieces, signs, trays, and epoxy-filled woodworking projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jeff Mack Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40581428412613,"sku":"03-030","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/3824\/2883\/products\/IMG_8593.jpg?v=1631639931","url":"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/en-us\/products\/hummingbird-inlay-template-clear-acrylic","provider":"Jeff Mack Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}