I have recently started using Minwax stain on my woods, 2 coats, then 3 coats of clear matte wipe-on poly over the top to seal the shafts. For cresting, I am using adhesive backed vinyl that I purchased at a local sign making shop, way cheaper than commercial wraps, $5 for a sheet that will yield 100+ wraps vs. a buck a piece for pre-cut wraps. I am using Loctite gel control super glue to fletch and those feathers are on there but good. I rub the shafts down with 00 steel wool after the 2 coats of stain and between each coat of poly and it produces a nice smooth finish. All items are available at most hardware stores. Some day I might get into really fancy-ing up my arrows with real paint but this current system is working well.