{"product_id":"serving-board-tear-drop-router-template-clear-acrylic","title":"Serving Board Tear Drop Router Template (Clear Acrylic)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jms-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eTeardrop Serving Board Acrylic Router Template\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Create teardrop serving boards, charcuterie boards, cheese boards, appetizer boards, and giftable woodworking projects with this reusable clear acrylic router template. The teardrop shape gives your finished board a softer, more organic profile than a standard round or rectangular serving board.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The clear acrylic makes it easy to position the teardrop shape over your wood so you can highlight grain, figure, colour variation, knots, or other natural features before cutting your final board.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat You Can Make With This Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTeardrop serving boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCharcuterie boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCheese boards and appetizer boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOrganic-shaped gift boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWedding, housewarming, and holiday gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMarket products and small-batch woodworking projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Clear Acrylic Teardrop Template?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic serving board shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e The teardrop profile creates a softer, more flowing board design than a standard circle, paddle, or rectangle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepeatable results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make the same teardrop board shape again and again without redrawing your layout each time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e See the wood underneath so you can position the template around the best grain, colour, or figure in the board.\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\u003eUse for routing or tracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attach the template and route directly, or trace the shape before cutting and sanding.\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 teardrop serving board, most customers will also need a way to secure the template, the right router bits, suitable hardwood, 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 tracing or routing.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/45475-s-carbide-tipped-flush-trim-plunge-bit\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfiling Router Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e -\n      useful for following the template on the first pass before removing excess material with a band saw or jig saw.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/collections\/templates-accessories\/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 Router Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e -\n      used after rough cutting to clean up the final shape against the template.\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 making serving boards, charcuterie boards, cheese boards, and giftable woodworking projects.\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 serving boards, cheese boards, and charcuterie-style projects.\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, wall art, display pieces, trays, shelves, and other non-cutting-board projects.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use This Teardrop Serving Board Template\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eChoose your wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a flat, stable piece of hardwood that is large enough for the teardrop template size you selected.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePlan your layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the clear acrylic template over the board and adjust it until the teardrop shape works well with the grain, figure, and colour of the wood.\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\u003eTrace or profile the shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can trace the template with a pencil, or use a profiling router bit to follow the template before removing excess material.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eRemove excess material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a band saw or jig saw to cut away most of the waste material outside the teardrop shape.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFlush trim the final profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reattach or keep the template secured and use a flush trim bit to clean up the final shape.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSand and finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand the faces and edges smooth, then apply the right finish for your project. Use a food-safe cutting board oil for food-contact serving boards.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\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\u003eUse for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routing, tracing, layout, and repeatable shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reusable acrylic woodworking template\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished project style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teardrop serving board, charcuterie board, cheese board, appetizer board, or gift board\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExample board photographed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e9.5\" Diameter Template:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 9.5\" wide x 11.25\" long\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTemplate SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 02-013\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e14\" Diameter Template:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 14\" wide x 16.625\" long\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTemplate SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 02-046\n    \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 teardrop serving board?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    No. This listing is for the reusable clear acrylic template only. Wood, router bits, template tape, sanding supplies, and finish are sold separately.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eCan this teardrop board 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 use this template without a router?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Yes. You can use the template for tracing and layout, then cut the shape with a band saw or jig saw and sand to your final profile. For the cleanest repeatable results, many woodworkers use the template with a router.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat router bit should I use with this template?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For full board templates like this one, a common method is to use a profiling bit for the first pass, remove excess material with a band saw or jig saw, and then use a flush trim bit to clean up the final shape.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat wood works well for teardrop serving boards?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Olive wood, walnut, maple, cherry, ash, white oak, and other kiln-dried hardwoods can work well for teardrop serving boards. Choose a flat, stable board that is large enough for the template size you are using.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat finish should I use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For food-contact serving 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 Organic Teardrop Serving Boards With a Repeatable Shape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Whether you are making one teardrop serving board as a gift or batching organic-shaped boards for markets and custom orders, this clear acrylic router template helps you create a consistent shape 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":"9.5\" Diameter","offer_id":41088254476485,"sku":"02-013","price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\" Diameter","offer_id":41547058610373,"sku":"02-046","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/3824\/2883\/products\/IMG_1193.jpg?v=1642517180","url":"https:\/\/jeffmacksupply.com\/products\/serving-board-tear-drop-router-template-clear-acrylic","provider":"Jeff Mack Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}