How to make wooden jewelry inlaid turquoise

Turquoise is a popular inlay filling option. Today, it is possible for people to create inlays with modern tools by themselves when making wooden jewelry.
Step 1 Sand and finish the wood you intend to inlay. Draw your designated design onto a piece of paper and Cut out the design.
Step 2 Use a square-ended woodcutting to cut the wood to the depth of the turquoise cabochons. Place the design on the wood and hold it in place using a tack, a clip or tape. After you take away the paper, outline the knife carvings with chalk for more precision. There will still be wood in the corners and close to the lines that will need to be removed.
Step 3 Use an artist's utility knife to cut along the inside of the lines and into the corners to remove the remaining material. After putting your dust mask on, rout inside the knife carvings, making sure not to rout further than the chalk lines.
Step 4 Mix a small amount of 5-minute epoxy until the powdered turquoise sticks together. How much you use depends on the size and depth of your inlay.
Step 5 Fill your inlay with the turquoise mixture. Coat the back of the turquoise cabochon with a drop of epoxy, place it in the hole and press down. In tight areas, use tweezers. After allowing the mixture to settle and dry inside the inlay, use a sanding block to wipe away any excess. Polish the wood and stone as desired.