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Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

Жыл бұрын

Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine restores this gorgeous Regency period writing slope. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check out Tom's daughter's shop, www.emcollier.com (@emcollierframes on Instagram).

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@sigrid129
@sigrid129 Жыл бұрын
I live on a small island in Denmark, just had my roof re-thatched. Told the thatcher about your channel, she already knew it. So we sat down and had a cup of coffee, talked about Ella and our past pets and your craftsmanship. So now you know that both you and Ella are known and remembered on a small remote island in Denmark.
@byronhadji3492
@byronhadji3492 Жыл бұрын
Such nice words and so true…greetings from Greece
@marienolan2736
@marienolan2736 Жыл бұрын
And from Ireland
@andreacampbell9868
@andreacampbell9868 Жыл бұрын
And from Canada.
@radman3206
@radman3206 Жыл бұрын
And South Australia
@43manning
@43manning Жыл бұрын
And NSW Australia
@microstorm
@microstorm Жыл бұрын
That wonderful dog. R.I.P.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Yes, thank you. She was my girl!
@1959Berre
@1959Berre Жыл бұрын
It is good to see the wonderful Ella. I am pretty sure most viewers miss her, like I do.
@greghoffman8223
@greghoffman8223 Жыл бұрын
Yes we do. i agree.
@greghoffman8223
@greghoffman8223 Жыл бұрын
Yes we do. I agree.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! yes, everyday!
@MarekKorkusinski
@MarekKorkusinski Жыл бұрын
When you first get a dog, it seems that he or she fills the place that you never knew was empty. When the dog leaves you, it seems that this place is now a gaping hole and stays like that forever.
@girlnorthof60
@girlnorthof60 Жыл бұрын
@@MarekKorkusinski completely 💔
@debiapostol
@debiapostol Жыл бұрын
We’ve seen Ella in a few of your videos since her passing - I’m sure it’s both difficult and comforting for you; but I just wanted you to know … we recognize the loss of her companionship and still appreciate the meticulous craft that you perform. 🤗
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I was worried, but I like seeing her. The pain is diminishing...
@AniaN8286
@AniaN8286 Жыл бұрын
I still remember my pets. They are living in my heart
@Rgreenacres
@Rgreenacres Жыл бұрын
Your not on your own Tom. You have all of us Subscribers. So sorry about your loss. Keep up the GREAT work.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
That is very nice. I got choked up a little bit!
@whammond511
@whammond511 Жыл бұрын
It’s so hard to lose our 4 legged friends. We’ve had 6 Samoyeds. Tried to do them in pairs. 1 Male & 1 Female, but always both neutered. 4 of the 6 were Rescues they didn’t live with us as long because they were already adults when we got them. They all came with different temperaments and different needs but all were good, loving loyal dogs. The one that hurt me the most was Luke. He was the biggest and had a problem with aggression if you touched him where he didn’t want to be. One day I’d had enough being patient with him and picked him up by the scruff of his neck with both hands and held against the door with all 4 feet off of the floor and yelled at him for his act of aggression. He changed after that and became such a loving Sammie that I could hardly believe it. He eventually got sick and couldn’t do much anymore and finally an aneurism took him out. I was devastated. For quite some time. Our Female took over for Luke the very next morning when she ran to the edge of the porch and barked out at all the evil to let them know that despite Luke being gone; she was still on duty. Broke my heart again and I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry! But I went out there and gave her a big hug and just sat with her for about 20 minutes. She did that every day for a long, long time. My Best to you Thomas!! You’re a Master Craftsman and I don’t usually Share the Videos I watch but I shared this one today.
@rosalindaestrada5314
@rosalindaestrada5314 Жыл бұрын
I don't get tired of watching your videos, Tom. We missed beautiful Ella...
@mrknittle532
@mrknittle532 Жыл бұрын
"I'm on my own today", broke my heart.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Rosalinda!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
It was tough to say it...
@galeocean4182
@galeocean4182 Жыл бұрын
I don't do any furniture repair, but I still love watching you bring these pieces back and listening to your calm, concise chat about the process. A million thanks for posting these
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
@judycunniff7692
@judycunniff7692 Жыл бұрын
I was aware that you had lost Ella but it was a very poignant - and tear invoking - moment when you said you had been at the vet. I have lost, in my lifetime, 8 different dogs ( 2 to go) which broke my heart each time but they all enriched my life as I am sure that Ella did yours. It was always a wonderful experience watching Ella watch you with that special adoration. Thanks for sharing her with us and thanks also for sharing your skills at restoration. You are a master craftsman, for sure.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Judy! I appreciate it - I know you understand
@genier7829
@genier7829 Жыл бұрын
This was a beautiful little project, I liked the laminated veneer trick, and it was so nice to see Ella once again.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It is good to see her
@jimwiskus8862
@jimwiskus8862 Жыл бұрын
Always a joy to the master & his faithful companion Ella.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Messihippi
@Messihippi Жыл бұрын
Wanders in looking lost, says 10 words that broke my heart. Stay strong, sir, and continue your painstaking, reverent and beautiful work.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I will
@donnapolizzia8553
@donnapolizzia8553 Жыл бұрын
Lovely little piece of the past and good to see dear Ella ❤
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It is good...
@kenttapper9
@kenttapper9 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Ella with us. This is a very nice project and turned out great.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@scottrussell7691
@scottrussell7691 Жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos Tom. After long weeks that are often stressful, I look forward to Friday and your videos to providing a relaxing and educating experience before the weekend.
@sullyprudhomme
@sullyprudhomme Жыл бұрын
agree! Like therapy but fun.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Unexpected consequences!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks David, I like that
@jeffj2495
@jeffj2495 Жыл бұрын
Oh Tom. I am so very sorry to hear that Ella has passed. Many videos I watched, and I always was glad to see her by your side. My very heartfelt condolences to your on your loss. Ella was the most loyal companion you could ever have. I am grieving your loss. Rest in Peace gentle Ella, and land softly at the Rainbow Bridge. You were loved by many.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you. We are so moved by all the support and good wishes that so many have shared. She was my girl!
@TheFiown
@TheFiown Жыл бұрын
So nice to see Ella with you in this video, she is now immortal ! Today I adopted a tiny one year old little rescue dog from Roumania (I live in France) I took two trains 8 hours and then an hour by car to pick her up at the drop point. After a much needed bath she is the most wonderful little Jack Russell lookalike with a precious character. A month ago I adopted a tiny 4 month old Jack Russell mix who is the most darling little boy. He is Tutti and she is Una. I am blessed. Thank you Tom for another lovely restoration, you make our day brighter.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I can only imagine what it's like in your home now! You'll be getting plenty of exercise
@gordoncole6989
@gordoncole6989 Жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss Tom. We are all here for you! Love watching your expert restorations.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@sylviekoenig9960
@sylviekoenig9960 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful delicate work, Tom. It is a pity I live on the opposite side of the globe. I have done a lot of silver, brass and copper jewellery and I could have made that brass escutcheon plate for you in no time at all. It would have been such a pleasure and an honour to contribute.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Where were you? I could not think of a way to transfer the design onto the brass. If you have an idea, please email me: thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com
@judithfairchild8620
@judithfairchild8620 Жыл бұрын
Great idea
@sylviekoenig9960
@sylviekoenig9960 11 ай бұрын
@@T_Hoog It is much simpler and accurate to cut out the paper template and stick it onto the metal plate with thin double sided tape.
@teraformiranje
@teraformiranje Ай бұрын
There is a masters who making new, but wery few whos repair such skillfully like you. Deep respect from Serbia
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Ай бұрын
Thank you! And greetings to Serbia!
@shelleysolomon2228
@shelleysolomon2228 Жыл бұрын
Loved seeing our girl back from the vet 🙏🙏🙏. Gorgeous work
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! But ultimately kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHzOfaB4hMqVjc0
@trishwilson7517
@trishwilson7517 Жыл бұрын
I have to remember to breathe when watching you work, Tom. Your craftsmanship is enthralling, but then you provide incredible camera work on top of that. Filming yourself work is tricky and time consuming - it is a separate job. You do it all magnificently. Thank you for sharing with us!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I appreciate it!
@snappers_antique_firearms
@snappers_antique_firearms Жыл бұрын
Tip for getting out screws safely and easily. I use this in antique Gunsmithing. Install a screw driver bit of the right size into a drill press. Place the screw you want to remove under the bit. Using the quill on the drill press. Press the bit into the screw with as much force as necessary. While turning the drill Chuck by hand. Or if needed use a rod to turn the drill chuck. By using to holes the chuck key fits in. This works great. Never have to worry about the screw driver slipping or rounding the screw. Using the quill on the drill press to apply as much downforce as necessary.
@bloggalot4718
@bloggalot4718 Жыл бұрын
Sometimes using a hot soldering iron on top of the screw can loosen it.
@snappers_antique_firearms
@snappers_antique_firearms Жыл бұрын
@@bloggalot4718 that works great as well. That's usually the first thing i try
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I can't wait to try that. Of course, I'm often working on larger pieces where that isn't possible, but I will also try the soldering iron
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I just got a new soldering iron so that I can try that
@snappers_antique_firearms
@snappers_antique_firearms Жыл бұрын
@@johnsonrestoration best of luck i hope this helps.
@LB-px9td
@LB-px9td Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr. Johnson for this announcement. I’ve received a couple of those, which I’ve ignored. It’s good that you notify your viewers about it,appreciate it. Beautiful job, looks fantastic!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
@hickorygolddoc
@hickorygolddoc Жыл бұрын
Oh my sweet Ella, love her face she will always be with you they stay in your heart and with Ella she will always be in many of these videos...never to be forgotten. My beloved Border Collies and pound Border crosses will never be forgotten. Dogs just make life so much better.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, all true. She is part of my life and always will be
@michaelshinn162
@michaelshinn162 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful to see Ella again. She was special. I miss seeing her at your side. Know that you have youtube friends who think of both of you. Just love listening to you explain the history of the piece as you explore it.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Michael, that's very nice. I appreciate it
@gregvondare
@gregvondare Жыл бұрын
Hey Tom, That graphic-novel treatment when you were working on the brass was amazing. Very appealing and different. I'm sure it must be hard to inject novelty into a long running series without breaking the brand, but this was a very cool upgrade.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you! My editors idea - I liked it too!
@lois4329
@lois4329 Жыл бұрын
Stellar! Really nice to see your your girl ❤ It has been 35 years since one of my dogs passed. We shared a special bond. I think of her often.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I know I will think of Ella forever
@michaelhealy1590
@michaelhealy1590 5 ай бұрын
Your work is great, you are also a terrific teacher of this craft. Thank you for being a great mentor for all of us rookies out there.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 5 ай бұрын
You're very welcome!
@lostonwallace1396
@lostonwallace1396 Жыл бұрын
This really came out looking great, Tom! I love the way you replaced the veneer, matching it well enough to look completely convincing as being part of the original surfacing. The variations in color may have played to your advantage, but it still took your great skills and knowledge to make it all look so nice. You did a great job on this! I love the contrast of the wood and brass! It retains its age and beauty! Nicely done!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Wallace! Yes, the color variation was the saving grace
@Vigilanteradio
@Vigilanteradio Жыл бұрын
An interesting find in the box was a Piano hammer but I actually think it might be for a harpsichord as it was a bit smaller and had no felt on the end. Thought I would mention in case you were interested in knowing what it was. :-)
@queenbee3647
@queenbee3647 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Interesting tidbits like that are always 👍.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! That is interesting. Maybe the owner will know something about it
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Yes! I agree
@549RR
@549RR 8 ай бұрын
Tom, listening to you tap veneer is amongst my favourite Tom tasks. Incredibly soothing and satisfying , now that I too recognize the ‘wrong’ sound of a failed section.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 8 ай бұрын
Thanks! I love doing that too!
@williammccormack6295
@williammccormack6295 Жыл бұрын
Hi Tom I,m a Restroration guy Retired 63 I also repair restore Antique an Vintage furniture I live when some one says I,d burn that to me there is no other challenge when they see the item restored the astonishment says it all I love watching learning different ways others do repairs your channel is my go too
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks William! Yes, I like that too! Especially when someone inherits a piece that no one else wanted and after it's restored they all now claim Grandma said they could have it!
@patstone3018
@patstone3018 Жыл бұрын
Another heirloom meticulously restored! I love watching your transformations.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ptcruiser2012
@ptcruiser2012 Жыл бұрын
Excellent work Tom. I so look forward to your videos. You have literally transformed the way I look at and restore old furniture. Thank you so much for these videos.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! That's humbling
@pmichael73
@pmichael73 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work! Good for another 200 years!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@b.w.highness102
@b.w.highness102 Жыл бұрын
The tiny pieces which punctuate your portfolio could be my favourites. Thank you for all you showed us, Tom... does One's heart good! You are always, what used to be called... hmmmmm... oh, I remember now... a Gentleman! ...Barry
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Barry! Much appreciated!
@b.w.highness102
@b.w.highness102 Жыл бұрын
@@johnsonrestoration Sincerely meant, Tom!
@queenbee3647
@queenbee3647 Жыл бұрын
Thom thats def a 👍👍 repair job! You are an artist. It was bittersweet seeing the shop mgr make an appearance. Hope you are resting with the angels Ella. 💖
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We know she is!
@frizzlefry1985
@frizzlefry1985 Жыл бұрын
“I was at the vet this morning. I’m on my own.” That one stung! Sorry about your buddy!
@johnsrabe
@johnsrabe Жыл бұрын
Apparently that was a routine visit. She was back the next morning.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It was tough
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It wasn't routine, those were her final days kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHzOfaB4hMqVjc0
@rogermiller2159
@rogermiller2159 Жыл бұрын
Outstanding! I didn’t expect it would look that clean. Like a show room model.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rogerdudra178
@rogerdudra178 Жыл бұрын
I have always enjoyed puzzles and the one you have there is a good one.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It is!
@aib0160
@aib0160 Жыл бұрын
For a terrible moment I thought you'd lost your old girl, So glad to see her make a reappearance.
@KPA78
@KPA78 Жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHzOfaB4hMqVjc0
@aib0160
@aib0160 Жыл бұрын
@@KPA78 Thanks for letting me know.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I know, I like seeing her. I wasn't sure...
@karanaz2008
@karanaz2008 Жыл бұрын
As always a new video about an antique stuff and saving it, countless thanks for your efforts and skills to save the history.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@kenc2257
@kenc2257 Жыл бұрын
Oh...haven't heard the term "writing slope" before--how interesting! Lovely result on the repairs. Always a joy to catch a glimpse of Ella.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@zezecarlos2
@zezecarlos2 6 ай бұрын
Another excellent video, I learn so much from you Tom, I never get tired of watching and rewatching your videos. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge, hugs from Lisbon, Portugal.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 6 ай бұрын
You are very welcome! I appreciate it!
@michaelhenderson5683
@michaelhenderson5683 Жыл бұрын
Another excellent piece of work Tom 👏👏👍
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@diannesorem6389
@diannesorem6389 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Another job well done!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@splanzza
@splanzza Жыл бұрын
When 51 minutes pass as if it was 51 seconds. Definitely something to be learned for these new schmick-smock generations and their shorts. If they have time that is. Thanks for sharing!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I like that!
@dougrobison1156
@dougrobison1156 Жыл бұрын
Another SUPER result from the SUPER rest-o-rator!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@bluecurlygirl
@bluecurlygirl Жыл бұрын
Aw it still breaks my heart to see beautiful Ella. She was such a good girl. Ah Tom what a beautiful job you made of that writing slope. It's just glorious now after the touch of the master's hand. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful work with us. What are we gonna do when you retire? Tom, are you familiar with The Robinson brothers from Milltown, Co. Cavan Ireland? They live just a few miles from me. They have only shared their skills with one other person - their nephew, who then went on to join the priesthood. I hope he passes their wisdom, skills and secrets to someone else as it would be such a shame for all that to be lost.
@BigHenFor
@BigHenFor Жыл бұрын
Tell them to put them on KZbin. That and their work will be their legacy to the world.
@bluecurlygirl
@bluecurlygirl Жыл бұрын
@@BigHenFor Oh the Robinson brothers busy themselves with nature rather than technology. One of the brothers has made it his personal mission to track down and reintroduce species of apples that were once native to the area and are on the brink of extinction. They're very protective of their work and their ways. It took them decades to agree to show their nephew.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks Emer! I don't know of the Robinson brothers. I have never understood people who have these "secrets". I have always shared everything I know with anyone and it has done nothing but bring me good fortune
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
I know, right? Thanks!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
It must come from a sense of insecurity
@rodanvsandrew
@rodanvsandrew Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work Tom. I wasn't familiar with Lubricite and Gilboy's, I'll have to check them out!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! they're all "good people"
@sandraleenerts6805
@sandraleenerts6805 5 ай бұрын
Since my banking account got drained, I am an Luddite, except for where and when technology does what I mean for it to do. I appreciated your advise about scammers. Years ago, Hal warned us, yet we just kept giving AI the pass to think for us. Your videos are heartening! I cherish the times I have seen you carefully restore pieces from the past and given them the chance to carry on. I have an old dome trunk from the 1870s. It has recently been given to me and is from Mesilla, New Mexico...a survivor of a stagecoach wreck, my romantic self thinks. It is battered and beaten, but because I have been watching your videos ( and one or two others) I understand the best approach is no approach. I will leave it as it came to me and hope one of my future offspring sees it for its beauty and gives it new life. I really want to take a run at it, but know better.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 5 ай бұрын
Thanks Sandra! I am a Luddite too, but one with a KZbin channel!
@chipcurry
@chipcurry 3 ай бұрын
Wonderful, lovingly crafted work, the product of a lifetime of lessons, learned and adventures taken. A beautifully told story.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 3 ай бұрын
Thank you! Nicely said! I appreciate it
@richardcary978
@richardcary978 Жыл бұрын
I should know by now to expect a stunning outcome, but when I first saw the piece, I wondered how you would ever achieve it. Well done! Lucky owner.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@bluecurlygirl
@bluecurlygirl Жыл бұрын
Anytime I see those scammers in the comments I report them immediately. Regardless of whose comment it's under. My advice is to anyone who reads the comments, when you see the scammers report them like crazy. We can only get rid of them if we report en masse. Diligence people. We can beat these guys. They've been doing this for months now and almost every youtube channel has been hit. Report, report, report.
@Drottninggatan2017
@Drottninggatan2017 Жыл бұрын
Yes report them, but remember that many times they show up immediately, they are robots, so they operate with permission from youtube.
@bluecurlygirl
@bluecurlygirl Жыл бұрын
@@Drottninggatan2017 KZbin really needs to sort itself out. Between demonetising content creators without a valid reason and then allowing these scammers, they're really losing the plot. Their platform would not exist without content creators or an audience. They need to show a good deal more respect towards both.
@zuur303
@zuur303 Жыл бұрын
It's so embarrassing, all my favorite creators have issued warnings. Billion dollar company with pathetic spam fighting skills. (But if I'm kind, they might represent the few of thousands that get through - but still...)
@dwightl5863
@dwightl5863 Жыл бұрын
@@Drottninggatan2017 Don't take this the wrong way but don't those spammer comments just add to the comment count that would be good for the channel?
@Drottninggatan2017
@Drottninggatan2017 Жыл бұрын
@@dwightl5863 Not really. They take on the appearance of the channel owner, so it is very deceptive, and if we allow this kind of behaviour soon we will not know what is what. It happened before that a channel bought likes from people in Asia or bots, literally paid for it, but in the long run they lost out.
@Cheryl407
@Cheryl407 11 ай бұрын
You’re a genius! You did such a beautiful job on that writing slope.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@FriendshipShaving
@FriendshipShaving 3 ай бұрын
What a wonderful video, and it was lovely to see Ella in the video. You always make these jobs look so easy. Wonderful. All the best.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@snoopydog1412
@snoopydog1412 8 ай бұрын
Wow!! It's beautiful!!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@donhuebert9151
@donhuebert9151 Жыл бұрын
You, Thomas, are something else altogether.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! (I hope that's a good thing!)
@donhuebert9151
@donhuebert9151 Жыл бұрын
@@johnsonrestoration Your comment at 1:50 made me laugh out loud.
@RickNelsonMn
@RickNelsonMn Жыл бұрын
Enjoying these brings calm in the otherwise busy days. Thanks 👍🏻
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@jonvincentmusic
@jonvincentmusic Жыл бұрын
Great work and I am so sorry for the loss of your family member Ella. She'll be waiting for you.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@johnmcglynn2125
@johnmcglynn2125 Жыл бұрын
Wow, what a change! Thank you, Tom.😀
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164
@oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164 Жыл бұрын
You really lucked out with all those saved pieces. Good thing you like Puzzles. ;-) As usual excellent work!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Yes! Thank you!
@caroltanzi29
@caroltanzi29 Жыл бұрын
Thomas:Magnificent! What a beautiful restoration. I love the slope writing box. Lucky owner. Carol from California
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks Carol!
@leewood729
@leewood729 Жыл бұрын
A friend of mine makes jewellery from some sort of "silver clay," which is real silver in a putty that burns away with a small hand torch, leaving just the silver behind. I wonder if there's a brass clay that would do the same thing you could shape an escutcheon from? I liked the little animated sections of "Tom tried.." that's new. And I didn't realise Ella had died before reading these comments. Very sorry for your loss, she was a really cool shop mate.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I just found it!
@melindamosbey8257
@melindamosbey8257 Жыл бұрын
I love it BEFORE I see 👀 your show! Thank YOU! AFTER WATCHING.... "Pretty good".....???? Our dear dear Sir.... EXCELLENT (as ALWAYS!) That little piece took a long time! TY for sharing!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@girlnorthof60
@girlnorthof60 Жыл бұрын
Very happy to share over on Twitter... your knowledge, along with your channel, is certainly share-worthy! 😊👍 cheers Thomas.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat! I appreciate you sharing
@woodworker288
@woodworker288 24 күн бұрын
Excellent work. I’m really enjoying watching your work.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 23 күн бұрын
Thank you very much!
@gloriaguzman729
@gloriaguzman729 Жыл бұрын
Flawless job,Mr.Johnson!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@mikeypuss1967
@mikeypuss1967 Жыл бұрын
You were an awesome dad to Ella. she had a great life. It showed.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you! That's nice
@susiepattinson3031
@susiepattinson3031 Жыл бұрын
Hit the like button before watching the video as I know that it will be well made and interesting, not to mention the superb craftsmanship.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you! That's nice!
@kayjones392
@kayjones392 2 ай бұрын
I am so glad to see you work so hard to match vanier. So many other restorers glob bondo on missing vanier, I always think "Tom wouldn't do that!". It may look okay on camera, but I wonder about in real view? Keep up the good work.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Yes, and the thing is, it takes longer to do a patch with filler than with actual wood veneer!
@kayjones392
@kayjones392 2 ай бұрын
@@johnsonrestoration But it is worth the extra time. I think your customers appreciate it much more.
@FranklinArtSite
@FranklinArtSite Жыл бұрын
I am a furniture builder and sometimes repair pieces, so I can really appreciate the unseen parts of the work you do. You have my admiration for the diligence with which you pursue the craft. Thanks for making these videos. On this on I think I would have cut out the scollops of the pattern around the escutcheon and gone to an equal sized brass tube to compliment the other circles of brass. But that is for me to do if I get the chance. Really good job! No exception.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! The real problem was that I couldn't transfer the exact image to the brass. Each scallop was different.
@lydiaflatt9859
@lydiaflatt9859 Ай бұрын
Oh how I love to watch the work!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@robertlivingstone3947
@robertlivingstone3947 Жыл бұрын
Great video nice job tom
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@stevesmith6554
@stevesmith6554 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Enjoyed your work on the delicate box. I enjoy your videos so much, especially ones that have Ella there. I am sorry for your loss.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you! She is missed
@judithfairchild8620
@judithfairchild8620 Жыл бұрын
Truely lovely travel writing desk.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you Judith!
@sheilablackburn183
@sheilablackburn183 Жыл бұрын
Absolutly beautiful Tom, sending you greetings from sunny Gibraltar, a tiny town on a tiny rock in southern europe x
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you!
@PaxPixie7
@PaxPixie7 Жыл бұрын
Ella, best shop dog ever. Miss her. ❤
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cobberpete1
@cobberpete1 Жыл бұрын
Top notch as usual. Nice to see some unusual video editing with the escutcheon making.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@Teacher2051
@Teacher2051 Жыл бұрын
Loved the patience and persistence. Need some of those!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jsaurman
@jsaurman Жыл бұрын
32:30 When machinists need to cut metal like brass, they generally paint it with some sort of indigo blue dye, then use a really sharp awl or similar tool to draw out the design in the blue dye. I don't know what the dye is called however. Uri Tuchman has a really great channel to watch this sort of craftsmanship.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim! Yes, I know about "bluing". But I needed an EXACT transfer of the shape. A scratch awl was not going to do it! I'll check out that channel
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
His channel looks interesting!
@bubbechutzpah
@bubbechutzpah Жыл бұрын
I commented before seeing entire video. I'm so sorry for your loss.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Oh! I just answered your first comment. But thank you. We will miss her forever!
@pnadk
@pnadk Жыл бұрын
Besides your craftmanship, the camera work in these videos is also really good.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jeanine6492
@jeanine6492 Жыл бұрын
As usual fantastic workmanship. I miss Ella, as of course you do, but seeing her now and then reminds us of how wonderful a (shop) dog she was and always looking out to get into the ‘real’ hide glue you warmed up.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes, I liked seeing her too
@noregrets7469
@noregrets7469 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful job as always. Thanks for sharing 🌹
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
My pleasure! 😊
@randyattwood
@randyattwood Жыл бұрын
Don't remember seeing a screw defeat you. But you got past that escutcheon challenge. End result is fabulous! Hey, stay safe with the frigid weather you folks are experiencing.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I just didn't want to damage anything! And I was able to still do what was necessary
@benefitthirteen
@benefitthirteen Жыл бұрын
The brass graphics were fun. I still get a kick when you relate your time invested; you say hours, I'm thinking this month's project on my end.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Well, it happens over the course of a few weeks
@larrysorenson4789
@larrysorenson4789 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful, Tom.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@christineclark4469
@christineclark4469 Жыл бұрын
Lovely! So fun to watch.😊
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@simonbates8795
@simonbates8795 Жыл бұрын
I hit like before i watched this.... that's how much I enjoy your work.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@davecurda2350
@davecurda2350 Жыл бұрын
You did a great job on this one, as always
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@peterbyers2357
@peterbyers2357 Ай бұрын
I have just discovered your channel. You are truly talented and gifted in terms of your profession, and I very much enjoy watching your videos. As a new subscriber, I fortunately have a back catalogue of your videos to watch!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Ай бұрын
Thanks Peter! Welcome to the channel!
@michaeltreadwell777
@michaeltreadwell777 Жыл бұрын
WOW Tom, you did it again ! What a fantastic job, such meticulous care to detail and all that patience with the veneer. The result is stunning, of course ! BTW, that odd hammer shaped piece of wood you had at the beginning is from a Piano action. Thanks for sharing all your skills with us - such a relaxing way to spend some time with you. Thanks again - take care 🙂
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I figured it was piano - but someone said since it wasn't felted it was from a harpsichord
@selketskiss56
@selketskiss56 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful job you did!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@katemark4413
@katemark4413 Жыл бұрын
Stunning result- you are a master!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@timtaylor8406
@timtaylor8406 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful.... definitely something to write home about....
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I get it...
@PlantNative
@PlantNative Жыл бұрын
She was such a good girl. Thank you for the peace and serenity your videos bring my husband and I.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@angieharbison5264
@angieharbison5264 Жыл бұрын
Amazing! It looks brand new! I loved the video trick you did with the escutcheon attempts.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you liked it!
@peternash6206
@peternash6206 Жыл бұрын
Another wonderful project Tom. I meet those tough old screws all the time and quietly try to transfer some heat into the screw by heating the screwdriver - it may take 5-6 applications before it transfers sufficient heat into the screw to have any effect. I also use a very long shaft screwdriver which sort of stores some torque in the shaft when in use. It does not work every time. I fix up old wooden boats so not quite as delicate as your work. Good to see Ella again - we all miss her.
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good tips, I got a new better soldering iron to try next time. I didn't want to damage something on camera!
@BbsnNbs
@BbsnNbs Жыл бұрын
Such dedication. Amazing!
@johnsonrestoration
@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
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