Inlay has a way of lifting a project out of the ordinary. It is often the detail people notice first on a box lid, tabletop, or guitar headstock, yet it has a reputation for being difficult enough that many woodworkers never attempt it. CNC technology makes this work more accessible and opens a world of creative possibilities. In this class, students will learn to design and cut clean, tight-fitting inlays, whether they have experience with hand-cut inlay or are complete beginners. No previous experience with inlay, CAD software, or CNC is required, although a general familiarity with CAD and CNC concepts will be helpful. Students do not need to own a CNC machine. Many community shops and makerspaces offer access to high-quality machines for a small fee, and the cost of owning a capable CNC continues to decrease. Over five days, students will complete three projects, each more involved than the last: a personal signature inlay in a headplate, a larger decorative motif inspired by the hibiscus headstock shown here, and a fingerboard inlay. The instructor will provide several interesting and popular designs from which students may choose. These projects will teach the fundamental concepts of CNC inlay while allowing students to create pieces they will be proud to take home. Students will also learn about the CAD and CAM software used to create cut-ready files, selecting suitable inlay materials, setting up the machine, securing the work, and choosing the proper cutters. Students will take home their finished pieces and a USB drive containing their design and cut files, allowing them to reproduce the work in their own shops. The drive will also include additional designs for future projects.