{"product_id":"rectangle-2-pocket-valet-tray-template-clear-acrylic","title":"Rectangle 2 Pocket Valet Tray Router Template (Clear Acrylic)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jms-product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eRectangle 2 Pocket Valet Tray Template - Clear Acrylic Woodworking Router Template\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate clean, functional valet trays, catch-all dishes, and small organizers with this rectangle 2 pocket clear acrylic woodworking router template.\u003c\/strong\u003e This tray template is designed for routing recessed pockets into wood, making it a great option for projects that need one larger pocket and one smaller pocket for organizing everyday items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe simple rectangle layout works well for compact trays, desk organizers, nightstand trays, entryway catch-alls, and handmade gift projects. The included rectangle inlay from the small pocket can also be used as part of your layout, design process, or matching project details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat You Can Make With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis tray template is designed for routing recessed tray pockets into a wood blank, not for cutting a full board shape all the way through. The 2 pocket layout gives you a simple, practical design that works well for everyday use and small-batch woodworking projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmall valet trays for keys, coins, wallets, watches, and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesk organizers for pens, clips, coins, and small office items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNightstand trays for jewellery, glasses, and everyday carry items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEntryway catch-all trays for daily essentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmall wooden dishes for decorative or display use\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGiftable tray projects made from walnut, maple, cherry, white oak, or mixed-species glue-ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Clear Acrylic Rectangle Tray Template?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA clear acrylic router template helps you position the tray layout before routing. You can see the grain, colour, and natural features in your wood blank, making it easier to centre the template and avoid areas you do not want included in the finished piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rectangle 2 pocket layout is especially useful when you want a tray that feels simple and practical. The larger pocket can hold bigger items, while the smaller pocket works well for coins, jewellery, keys, or other small accessories. Because the template is reusable, it is also a good choice if you want to make multiples for gifts, markets, or shop inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear acrylic helps with grain alignment and layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReusable template for repeat tray projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSimple 2 pocket layout for practical organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGreat for small valet trays, dishes, and desk organizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWorks well with dimensional hardwood, laminated blanks, and multi-species glue-ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommended Products to Use With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor best results, use the proper router bits, secure the template firmly, and start with a flat, stable wood blank that gives you enough thickness for a clean recessed pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 - used to secure the clear acrylic template to your wood while routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/45460-s-amana-tool-carbide-tipped-flush-trim-plunge-bit\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePocketing Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - useful for removing the majority of the material from the recessed pocket areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/45983-carbide-tipped-bowl-tray-1-8-radius\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePocketing Bit for Inside Tray Profiles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - used for the inside tray profile and leaves a 1\/8\" radius.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/46297-solid-carbide-ultratrim-spiral-trim-1-4-dia-x-1-inch-x-1-4-shank-with-double-ball-bearing-down-cut\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlush Trim Bit for Outside Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - used when routing the outside profile of compatible template projects.\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 - a natural fit for tray and dish projects when you want a ready-to-use hardwood blank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/cutting-board-wood-strips\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Board Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/wooden-accent-strips-for-cutting-boards\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccent Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - great options for building a custom multi-species tray blank.\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 - a good choice for food-contact boards and serving-style projects.\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 great option for decorative trays, valet trays, desk organizers, and non-food-contact projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use This Rectangle 2 Pocket Tray Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChoose a flat, stable wood blank that is large enough for the overall template size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlace the clear acrylic template on the wood and adjust the layout based on the grain, colour, and natural features in the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSecure the template to the wood using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/template-tape\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Tape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse a larger pocketing bit to remove the majority of the material from the recessed tray pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse the inside tray profiling bit to complete the pocket shape and create the 1\/8\" radius inside the tray pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRout in shallow passes instead of trying to remove all of the material at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove the template, sand the pockets and surface, then apply a finish based on how the tray will be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFor food-contact or serving-style projects, choose a food-safe option like \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. For decorative valet trays, desk organizers, nightstand trays, and other non-food-contact pieces, \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 is a strong option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWatch: How to Use Acrylic Router Templates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNew to acrylic router templates or looking for a cleaner process? Watch this video for a helpful overview of how we use templates in the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"jms-video-wrapper\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_UQsUrA6R3k?si=k0wXhT5AVd2RvEUo\" 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\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTemplate Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectangle 2 Pocket Tray Template\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.75\" wide by 7.875\" tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Pocket:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.437\" by 6.875\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Pocket:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.875\" by 6.875\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Inlay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectangle inlay from small pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Used For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routing recessed pockets for small valet trays, catch-all dishes, desk organizers, and decorative tray projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 11.75\" wide by 7.875\" tall tray template and rectangle inlay from the small pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHelpful Router Template Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about choosing router templates, router bits, and routing techniques? These guides can help you get cleaner, more consistent results with your acrylic woodworking templates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/template-guides\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/router-template-guide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRouter Template Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/template-routing-for-beginners\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Routing for Beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eIs this template for cutting out the full tray shape?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis template is intended for routing recessed tray pockets into a wood blank. It is not mainly intended for cutting a full board shape all the way through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat can I make with the 2 pocket layout?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2 pocket layout works well for valet trays, catch-all dishes, jewellery trays, desk organizers, nightstand trays, and compact gift projects. The larger pocket is useful for bigger items, while the smaller pocket works well for coins, keys, watches, or accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eHow do I attach the acrylic template to the wood?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe recommend using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/template-tape\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate Tape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. It secures the acrylic template to the wood without needing screws, which helps keep your project blank clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat router bit should I use for the recessed tray pockets?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse a larger pocketing bit to remove most of the material first, then use the recommended tray profiling bit for the inside tray profile. The inside tray profiling bit leaves a 1\/8\" radius in the tray pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eCan I reuse this acrylic woodworking router template?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. The clear acrylic template is reusable, making it a good option for repeat tray projects, handmade gifts, craft shows, and small-batch woodworking products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat wood should I use for this tray template?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDimensional hardwood is a great choice for tray projects because it gives you a stable, attractive blank to work from. You can also glue up cutting board strips and accent strips if you want a multi-species look with more colour and contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat finish should I use on the finished tray?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf the project may be used for food-contact or serving-style use, choose a food-safe option like Walrus Oil Cutting Board Oil. For decorative trays, valet trays, desk organizers, and non-food-contact projects, Grand Finishing Hardwax Oil is a great option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rectangle 2 Pocket Valet Tray Template is a practical clear acrylic woodworking router template for turning hardwood blanks into clean, useful tray projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with template tape, the proper pocketing and tray profiling bits, quality dimensional wood, and the right finish to create a polished piece for gifts, home use, markets, or small-batch woodworking products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jeff Mack Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42109454876869,"sku":"10-003","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/3824\/2883\/products\/IMG_1913_c525c4ab-e098-4aca-80d3-56c3abfb68d0.jpg?v=1678972241","url":"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/en-us\/products\/rectangle-2-pocket-valet-tray-template-clear-acrylic","provider":"Jeff Mack Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}