help with router template

[Md woodworker]

Hello,
I'm looking for a source for 4" letter templates for use with a router, so far I can't seem to find anything that large. I would like to rout "TOYS" in the front of a toy box I'm building for my son. Another option would be a CNC'd template that could be used with a 5/8 guide bushing if anyone has a source for that. All the CNC sites I found online appeared to be geared towards large scale production and not really "one-off" type of work. I'm located in Maryland if anyone knows any local sources. Thanks in advance for any help.
                                                                                                                                                                                -Jon

 

[mwildt]

Rockler have letter templates in 4". Not sure if you like their font though.

 

[Stoli]

Not cheap:http://www.tarterwoodworking.com/MLIS.dept

 

[flair woodworks]

You could print the letters from the computer and freehand rout them with a sign carving bit.

 

[Holmz]

You could print the letters from the computer and freehand rout them with a sign carving bit.

Or onto MDF and use a jig saw to make the template?

 

[rmwarren]

Check out 100kgarages.com for local shops with CNC who may take on smaller projects.

RMW

Hello,
I'm looking for a source for 4" letter templates for use with a router, so far I can't seem to find anything that large. I would like to rout "TOYS" in the front of a toy box I'm building for my son. Another option would be a CNC'd template that could be used with a 5/8 guide bushing if anyone has a source for that. All the CNC sites I found online appeared to be geared towards large scale production and not really "one-off" type of work. I'm located in Maryland if anyone knows any local sources. Thanks in advance for any help.
                                                                                                                                                                                -Jon

 

[Svar]

If it's just 4 letters you need to rout, I'd use simple edge guides. You've got only five straight sections, a circle, and two half circles. You are looking at 20 min job, shorter than a trip to CNC shop.

 

[Holmz]

The photo copier paper stuck on with some glue and some carving chiseles would be another way... and likely could look as good as routing.