In this tutorial I show how to install a woodworking bowtie (butterfly) inlay to stop a crack from spreading in a board. The process involves cutting a maple bowtie key, tracing the shape into the ...

In this hands-on tutorial, you'll learn how to freehand inlay just about any shape or design—starting with a classic bowtie. No templates, no CNC—just skill, precision, and a few essential tools.