Description
CNC Inlay Cutting Board – Two-Day CNC Workshop
Master the skills and make your own CNC Inlay Cutting Board with VCarve Pro in this immersive, two-day CNC Project class at the North Carolina Furniture School. Check out this video from our friend @twomoosedesign to see what it’s all about!
In this CNC Inlay Cutting Board class you will explore the full process of designing, carving, and completing decorative wood inlays using VCarve Pro software and a CNC router. Over two days, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the design and production workflow, while building confidence in your CNC and software skills.
This class is ideal for woodworkers, sign makers, and CNC users who want to elevate their work with clean, high-contrast inlay designs that are both functional and beautiful.
This is a great intermediate level class to take as a follow up to our super popular CNC For Beginners and CAD/CAM for Beginners classes
🔹 What You’ll Learn
Designing precision inlays in VCarve Pro (version 12+)
Creating male and female toolpaths for tight-fitting results
Bit selection & feeds and speeds for inlay work
Managing toolpath tolerances for clean fits
Best practices for glue-up, clamping, and sanding
Finishing techniques to enhance wood contrast and clarity
Troubleshooting common issues in inlay production
🔹 Who Is The CNC Inlay Cutting Board Class For
Beginner to intermediate CNC users
Woodworkers exploring decorative joinery
Sign makers and craft sellers
Anyone looking to enhance their VCarve Pro and CNC skills
🔹 Class Format
Duration: 2 days, in person
Location: North Carolina Furniture School – Farmville, NC
Class Size: Limited to ensure personalized instruction
Tools Used: VCarve Pro, CNC router, digital calipers, precision router bits
🔹 Why Take This Class?
Over two full days, you’ll gain the skills and repetition needed to design and execute clean, professional-quality inlays using a CNC router. The extended format allows for multiple design iterations, guided practice, and expert tips that will help you avoid mistakes and improve your workflow. Whether you’re building furniture, signs, or fine art pieces, mastering CNC inlay can set your work apart.
