I picked up this load of number 1 common wormy maple for my kids bunk bed project. I was drawn to it because I like maple and, frankly, it was cheap. But I'm really enjoying going through this stack and finding specific pieces for the various components in the project. There is anything from rift sawn straight grain, to really spalted, to downright gorgeous curl. I saved the curly stuff for the headboard and foot board. Just milled it up this weekend. Check out this diamond in the rough!
As a hobbyist woodworker, this is the stuff I love. I don't mind working around "defects." To me, wood is a natural product and I think the variations should be highlighted not thrown away. I like making use of less desirable stock, everyone else is missing out!