Interestingly, you move the packet around while moving the blade back and forth, securing the packet with light friction via a foot pedal clamp.
There are several different types of marquetry techniques, just like there are different types of carvings. The key feature of the chevalet de marqueterie is the mechanism for keeping the blade absolutely parallel to the packet at all times. Interestingly, you move the packet around while moving the blade back and forth, securing the packet with light friction via a foot pedal clamp.