{"product_id":"bear-inlay-template-clear-acrylic","title":"Bear Router Template (Clear Acrylic)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jms-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eBear Inlay Acrylic Router Template\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Create bear inlays, epoxy-filled wildlife details, outdoor-inspired accents, and decorative woodworking projects with this reusable clear acrylic router template. This template is a great choice for adding a bear detail to charcuterie boards, serving boards, live edge pieces, trays, signs, wall art, furniture accents, cabin decor, and custom gifts for nature lovers.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The clear acrylic makes it easy to position the bear profile exactly where you want it, allowing you to work around grain, knots, cracks, live edge features, epoxy areas, or other natural details in your board.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat You Can Make With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBear epoxy inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWildlife-themed charcuterie board details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecorative accents for serving boards and trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLive edge board details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCabin, cottage, hunting, camping, and outdoor-themed signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWall art, furniture accents, and custom gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmall-batch market products and repeatable shop projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Clear Acrylic Bear Inlay Template?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife-inspired detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a clean bear profile to boards, trays, signs, plaques, and decorative woodworking projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for epoxy inlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route the bear pocket, fill it with coloured epoxy, sand it flush, and finish your project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e See the wood underneath so you can position the bear around grain, cracks, knots, live edge details, or other features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable acrylic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from 1\/4\" thick clear acrylic for repeated use when handled and stored properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for small shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e A simple way to add repeatable decorative detail without drawing the bear profile by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommended Products to Use With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    To make a finished bear inlay, most customers will need a way to secure the template, the right router bits, suitable wood, epoxy, pigment, and a finish for the completed piece.\n  \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 -\n      used to secure the acrylic template to your wood while routing the inlay pocket.\n    \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 -\n      useful for removing the majority of the material in larger, less detailed areas.\n    \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 -\n      useful for smaller details, tighter areas, and finer parts of the bear profile.\n    \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 -\n      choose from kiln-dried hardwoods for boards, trays, signs, panels, and custom woodworking projects.\n    \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 -\n      a popular choice when adding inlay details to charcuterie boards and natural edge projects.\n    \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 -\n      a good epoxy option for filling shallow inlays up to 1\/4\" deep.\n    \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 -\n      use pigment to add colour, shimmer, or contrast to epoxy-filled bear inlays.\n    \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 -\n      a good choice for food-contact boards when your project is being used as a serving board or charcuterie board.\n    \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 -\n      a great option for decorative boards, trays, wall art, signs, furniture accents, and other non-cutting-board projects.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use This Bear Inlay Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eChoose your project:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a flat, stable piece of wood, serving board, tray, sign, panel, or live edge board.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePlan the inlay location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the clear acrylic template over the wood and position the bear where it works best with the grain, knots, cracks, or design of the piece.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eAttach the template:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply template tape to the back of the acrylic template and press it firmly onto the wood.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eRoute the larger areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the pocketing bit to remove most of the material in the larger areas of the bear profile.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eClean up the fine details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the small detail pocketing bit for tighter areas and smaller details. Take your time, especially when working with hard or dense woods.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eRemove the template:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully remove the acrylic template from the wood and store it flat for future use.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFill the inlay:\u003c\/strong\u003e If desired, fill the routed pocket with epoxy and pigment. UVPoxy is a good option for shallow inlays up to 1\/4\" deep.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSand flush and finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the epoxy has cured, sand the inlay flush with the surface and apply the right finish for your project.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDesign Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This bear inlay template was inspired by the work of\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rockymtnwoodcraft\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e@rockymtnwoodcraft\u003c\/a\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWatch: How to Use Acrylic Router Templates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    New to template routing? This video walks through the process and helps explain how acrylic templates, router bits, and template tape work together.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-bottom:56.25%; height:0; overflow:hidden; max-width:100%; border-radius:12px; margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mpzIZfFzkUE?si=hJH9sr0sJ5aBdLOM\" title=\"How to Use Acrylic Router Templates\" 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\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTemplate Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall template size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.75\" wide x 7.875\" tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBear profile size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 10.25\" long x 5.5\" tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routing inlay pockets, epoxy inlays, wildlife details, decorative accents, and repeatable bear designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reusable acrylic inlay router template\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished project style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bear inlay, epoxy-filled wildlife inlay, charcuterie board detail, live edge board accent, cabin sign, wall art, tray detail, or furniture accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemplate SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 04-003\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHelpful Router Template Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Not sure which router bit to use or how to get started with acrylic templates? These guides can help before you begin your project.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/template-guides\"\u003eTemplate Guides\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/router-template-guide\"\u003eRouter Template Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/what-router-bit-do-i-need\"\u003eWhat Router Bit Do I Need?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/pages\/template-routing-for-beginners\"\u003eTemplate Routing for Beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eIs this a finished bear inlay?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    No. This listing is for the reusable clear acrylic bear inlay template only. Wood, router bits, template tape, epoxy, pigment, sanding supplies, and finish are sold separately.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eCan this bear template be reused?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Yes. This acrylic template is reusable when handled carefully, cleaned as needed, and stored flat between uses.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eCan I fill the routed bear profile with epoxy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Yes. You can fill the routed bear pocket with epoxy and pigment. UVPoxy is a good option for shallow pours up to 1\/4\" deep.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat router bit should I use with this inlay template?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For bear inlays, we recommend using the pocketing bit to remove the majority of the material and the small detail pocketing bit for tighter areas and finer details.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat projects work well with bear inlays?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Bear inlays work well on charcuterie boards, live edge boards, serving boards, trays, cabin signs, wall art, plaques, furniture parts, and custom gifts for outdoor or wildlife-inspired projects.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat finish should I use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For food-contact serving boards or charcuterie 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 another great option.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCreate Bear Inlays With a Repeatable Shape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Whether you are adding a bear detail to a charcuterie board, filling the design with coloured epoxy, or creating a custom cabin-inspired gift, this clear acrylic inlay router template helps you create a consistent routed pocket while still letting the natural beauty of the wood stand out.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jeff Mack Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39948669059269,"sku":"04-003","price":39.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/3824\/2883\/products\/IMG_6601.jpg?v=1759446380","url":"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/bear-inlay-template-clear-acrylic","provider":"Jeff Mack Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}