This instrument is basically a copy of one I built for Lizann (keeper of the Carpenter Ant stash) this summer. The Dogwood is from a tree that grew at their house, cut and milled by her father Ken many years ago. It turns out to be great for ukulele back and sides. Add an amazing old Cedar top and it really sounds awesome. The binding, fretboard, headplate and bridge is Pistachio from California orchards. The Douglas Fir neck is salvaged from a stair tread.