Abstract: A die member is formed having a desired configuration formed thereon by a metal rule. Absorbent means are placed within said metal rule for receiving a stain. Press means are provided to press the metal rule into a stock-piece to emboss the design therein and stain it with the stain contained by the absorbent means. The stain may be applied manually or by an automatic system. The press means can be a conventional press or other types which will provide the desired action. One other arrangement uses a cylindrical roller having a cylindrical die member thereon which can roll over a stock-piece to provide the same result.