MIDWEST-Balsa Wood Block. This is a premium quality wood for the construction of models; doll houses; bazaar crafts and so much more! Balsa wood is carefully dried in special kilns reducing the water content to leave a light wood with a high strength to weight ratio. The premier wood for all types of modeling projects Balsa cuts easily with a hobby knife and may be stained or painted to represent any wood type. This package contains one 12in long 1x2in block. Made in USA.