If there's excessive dust or dirt on your hutch or shelf, clean it off with a soft damp cloth

Sand the entire piece with sandpaper (except the back or anything you know won't be visible), including the individual drawers

Before staining, dust it off thoroughly using a soft cloth

Open your wood stain and stir with a wooden dowel or paint stirrer

Add a small amount to your rag and gently work it into the wood, going with the grain

Cover the entire piece, adding additional coats as needed for your desired finish

Once completely dry, dust off with a gentle wood cleaner and reassemble, placing the drawers back in and adding in knobs

Mount to a wall or place in a convenient spot in your kitchen