I had a piece of blue/white ply 1 5/8x1 5/8. I have used this stuff a lot and wanted to try something a little different. I cut a 4" long piece 45 degrees lengthwise. Then rearranged them for glue up. (blocks pic) After turning and finishing, they came out pretty good. I did have some of the blue bleed thru durning sanding, but you can't get around it with these soft woods.