Tonewood cutters generate lots of cosmetically challenged wood that is fine for a first effort. I suggest contacting the Hampton brothers, who have an Ebay store. Don't be put off by the prices of their items on Ebay, they are fledgling guitar makers who are more than willing to help beginners. They recently visited a guitar making school that is sponsored by the state to create jobs in Eastern KY, which is where they grew up. The aim is to supply affordable domestic woods to the school, thereby helping the local economy.
https://www.ebay.com/str/hamptonbrothersguitars/