I used the formula of white oak, walnut stain, ebonizing vinegar / steel wool solution (thanks @fine_woodworking March 2019 edition), ting oil and a final coat of shellac!
Why ebonize? It allows more of the wood show through.
Shrink Pot Links
Here are a few links for learning about how to make Shrink Pots.
How to make a Shrink Pot – Woodworkers Journal
Fine Woodworking’s Online Content
I use FW’s online content all the time. And now .. drum roll .. I have my very own blog post there. Have a look see. 🙂
Restoring a rust brace
My favorite lumber yard AND stop motion .. how could I not post?
And .. there’s a cat too!