First inlay project for $$$

[mcraigchr]

Everything I have been doing thus far, has been testing.  Learning the machine, bits, etc.  This is my first project for $$$.

Where I am located, the county is considered the "Pecan Capital of the World".  Additionally, the high school mascot is an armadillo.  School colors are purple and gold.  So, it seemed fitting to make a cutting board from 8/4 Pecan.  With a purple heart, armadillo inlay.

First pic is before mineral oil, followed by oiled.

I think it turned out well.  No issues with the inlay.  Really enjoying my new machine.

Used a 1/4" and 1/8" down cut end mill to clear.  Amana 45611-K, 15 degree v-bit for the v carve itself.

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[redwood]

Very nice. I've had my ARPro6 for 5 years and I still haven't even tried a inlay. I've done similar things, but use epoxy.

[joeblow]

That came out very nice. Excellent fitment.

[nlalston]

I totally agree with the others. That came out MIGHTY NICE, indeed. I have never done one, but am anxious to do so. Gonna try it on some scrap Poplar, before committing an intent on some Walnut, incorporating some Maple wood inlay, on a cutting board. Thanks for sharing.