[Eliot Ness]

.....Everyone has their own technique when it comes to wood cabinets. Mine may have some shaking their heads, but my feeling is whatever works best for you and gets the job done, go with it!

Looks good Greg.  I have used a similar process to yours, including the black magic marker, for years.  I also have an arsenal of various waxes and leather dyes that have served me well over the years.