What is the most logical next event?

How to make bookends
Stain your woodblocks.
Spread newspaper to cover the surface of your work area and use a paint brush or clean cloth to gently apply chestnut-coloured wood stain. Be sure to apply it in the direction of the wood on all vertical sides of your blocks.

Pick your answer from:
(i) Allow the stain to dry for a couple of hours. You may add a second coat but one should be fine.;
(ii) The wrong direction can let color in, so use a different direction. Cover your blocks with newspaper to keep from the stain running off.;
(iii) This will create a shiny surface that is easy to clean up and will fit in your shigdock trunk. Once you've applied the stain, ask a friend to help you prep your wood and finish your shigdock trunk.;
(iv) Ensure full sun, air flow and wind protection. This will help stain your wood block.;
(i)