Sorry for the delay, but with a warm and busy summer here in Portland, I’ve been too divided in my time to manage regular updates.  So!  here is some progress in picture format:

The sunburst first gets tested on scrap spruce

The guitar is carefully finish sanded to 320 grit (no scratches!)

First step is to apply a honey amber aniline dye.

Next, the two outer colorings are added

lastly, the colors are rubbed out. This is a tricky part.

Next will be a careful sealer coat of dewaxed shellac, then the french polish process will begin.  I’ve already pore-filled the back, sides, and neck with a pumice-and-shellac process.  More pictures to follow in a few days!