This is the prototype I was trying to finish before you came to visit last time. It has Pine front and back, maple laminated sides, and a hard maple neck. If you right mouse click on the image and select 'open in another page', you will be able to blow up the image and give it a good once over. I am adding what is called a Violin binding on the front and back. Take a look and let me know what you think.
Right Click on the image and select 'Open Image in New Tab' to get a close up view. Click on the plus (+) icon to zoom in