This instrument has been many months in the making and I am happy to finally get pictures and video out to the world. The build and its story are also documented in a two part article in Ukulele Magazine, so check that out to learn more. Nicole is not only my wife, but my artistic and business partner. Everything I make goes through her hands before it reaches the world, so I put a lot of pressure on myself to get this one right. It is made from Mastergrade Myrtle with an asymmetrical one piece top and back. (I have more from this board if you would like one!) It has a curly walnut fretboard and headplate with wood fretboard markers. The tuners also have hand carved walnut knobs instead of plastic. It is bound in curly maple, with a decorative marquetry purfling that we got from Gurian Instruments in Seattle. The neck is old growth Douglas Fir salvaged from a floor joist. It felt good to add some extra decorative touches to the build and to stretch myself to try new things. I can tell she likes it it because I have been hearing her practice late at night. She’s my most important customer and I’m glad I got it right!