GREAT starter kit. More than just one color gives you a variety so you don't get board and lets you experiment more. Having 3 different brushes gives you a sample to see what will work best for you. I have already ordered a Mack 10 double 00 to try and since I am more interested in scroll work I am looking into purchasing a set of scroll brushes. However if you are not sure striping is for you. Buy a can of black paint and a brush that way only a minimum investment. IT TAKES TIME and YOU WILL MESS UP!!