I'm where you are about 12 years ago. Bought some books and wanted to make a bow but felt intimidated...at least by osage. Maybe 8 years later I found a how-to to build a board bow. That is also where George can help you!!
I built several boardbows from red oak, made several from elm staves.... then made the leap to osage and now it is my favorite.
Just wish I had found this site sooner. Good for you that you did!!
Welcome and don't plan on making just one
, Lowell