FOUR Channel COMPETITION!! Frankenstein's Chair!

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[@s2snider]

What a beautiful result. I cringed when you ripped out the cane that was the wrong size. Kudos to you for carrying on like a trooper and sharing the mishap with all of us. It would have been easy for you to skip that, and we would never have known. You are a good soul, Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@robertharper5859]

This wonderful chair was made by Heywood Brothers & Company, Gardner, Mass. The patent date is Jan. 7, 1873. This information was on a brass oval that connected the arms to the seat base. Yours were replaced by carriage bolts at some point in the chair’s history. Great chair, great restoration! Robert

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Oh wow Thankyou!

[@lindascott1734]

This was awesome! You have the patience of a Saint! Love it

[@ritahodges254]

I have seen three so far I've liked them all but yours by far is the most time-consuming detailed work of the three I've seen I'm going to watch the other two and see which one if any I like better than yours. I actually watched the three that I watch on this charity all the time I don't know about the other two that I can't recognize their names. But you know babe it's something I watch occasionally and I will let you know if I like there's better but like I said so far yours is like the best

[@kristiarnquist2703]

I am blown away. This restoration was... indescribable! What this chair has seen in its lifetime; tired, worn, and broken, and now it's saying "Thank you for making me pretty again." You are such a stellar, meticulous craftsman. It was quite a challenge; I'm so glad you could "enjoy the process". 😉 Love your home and your view. What a peaceful comfy setting.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wow, thank you!

[@barbara_d]

I never realized that rattan weaving was so time consuming. AWESOME job!!

[@thesehandsart]

What did we do to deserve this! You all are so awesome!

[@susiepattinson3031]

yes, what did we do???

[@joeb4142]

We’re not worthy! 🙏🏻

[@lailayen765]

I've binged all four of you guys. How on earth can I decide who is the best? You're all SO competent! Well done! You are all winners here.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

I agree!

[@peter-pg5yc]

agreed all diffo styles

[@kathleenrobertson5182]

The caning alone makes this a win to me. So many different materials in one chair! Frankenchair is right!! Outstanding work!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@manuela_kral4983]

OMG! You turned this Frankenchair into a beautiful swan! Amazing job, I love this piece! 🤩

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@pattyperez1014]

Just finished watching your labor of "love", so nice to see you working with your father. He must be so proud to see you dig into a difficult project and then to witness your perseverance and the beauty of the completed restoration. Your mom is a trooper too even though you had to complete the caning on your own. Your home and property are beautiful. What a view!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes Thankyou!

[@Joans20thCentury]

Well that was a monumental task, I had no idea you would be doing the weaving by hand, again you prove yourself to be a first class restorer and magician😅

[@Isabel-belsai]

Thanks for this great job, it's so unusual to find artisans like you mastering all different crafts. You and Thomas Johnson are for me the best restorers in KZbin.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou. I love his channel so much

[@shannonashburn]

I almost began to cry when you said the cane was the wrong size! 😮 Yikes how disheartening. I truly felt your pain as you cut and sliced through all those hours with the knife. A necessary evil in order to complete the chair, but with added sadness knowing the time you spent. A stunning example of workmanship and skill from both the original maker and yourself. From Frankin to Fantastic! I say you win!!🏆

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks Shannon!

[@mirandamom1346]

I think I understand why someone was tempted into using the leather seat 😂! Magnificent job!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thank you!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

Probably some other soul who ordered the wrong size cane and said, "Oh, heck no! I'm not doing that over again!" 😂😂

[@pattylevasseur4041]

thats not just a redo ......THATS A RESSURRECTION !!!!!!! there would be no way i could have the patience to do that weaving... esp starting over !!!! you and ur family are amazing!!! and please make sure shop dog has plenty of re hydration to hold up on all the supervizing of projects going on , we would SERIOUSLY miss her!! i sure do miss ella on thomas johnsons channel ...thank you for everything trena !!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Oh yes. I miss Ella too. She was an amazing pal. I cry every time I thing about losing my girl 😉

[@stitchann]

Wow just amazing. What a transformation.

[@normanbott]

I didn't realise it was going to be a full hand-weave. What a superb result. Good luck in the challenge. It's my birthday so I'm going to binge-watch the others. I feel no guilt.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Happy birthday!

[@sharonshields1482]

Wow! You called it, this was a Franken Chair. You did a stunning job. Congratulations to you and your Mother on the caining. Hours of work to restore a beautiful old chair. Thank you for sharing your work.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@jacquelinehart5334]

Wow. That is a beautifully finished chair.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@elisabethe8055]

You dont take shortcuts. Working every little piece of that chair and doing a fantastic job. Quality work and it ended up such a beautiful chair, back to, and maybe even better than its former glory. Well done! Over to the next contendant, i just love this, what a treat for us furniture lovers that love to see good craftsmanship and repair of beautiful furniture. You all are great at what you do. Thank you for sharing!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@jakimcmurdo4810]

This restoration is amazing really hard to believe it’s the same chair! Well done 👌😁❤️🇬🇧

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Trena, that chair is phenomenal. Loved this one. Thanks for sharing.

[@j.k.rector9818]

From Frankenstein to Fabulous - a true restoration, complete with epic energy and determination! 🎉

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@ruthportway5198]

A wonderful restoration, who wouldn’t want to own that beautiful chair tfs

[@carolschlosser2716]

Boy you took this project to another level. That weaving. Wow. 🎉🏆

[@Zardox2]

YAY! All my favorite resto channels! This is a GREAT DAY!❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🎉

[@robertchristian5874]

A good friend of mine was a furniture maker and he also did his own caning. He ran all of the power tools in his shop like a professional. The craziest part of the story is, my friend was totally BLIND! oh how I wish I would’ve been smart enough to know then what I know now. If so I would’ve bought everything he made. I was just too young to appreciate his work. I spent hundreds of hours watching him master his craft and his work was flawless! He passed away two years ago in his 90s. Your work is just as amazing to watch! Keep plugging away young lady!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wonderful story. Thankyou

[@jameshodgins1937]

Wow! That chair looks fantastic! Talk about trash to treasure. Nice job!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thank you!

[@petercrizer6102]

An absolutely beautiful restoration ! And, yes, it is very important to keep your dog properly hydrated ! Love the dog-o !

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes, thanks😂❤️

[@donniejoemoore600]

Amazing work. So much talent your father has to be so proud of your work. Also I have to say that you’re the Marilyn Monroe of furniture restoration. Don’t tell your father I said that.

[@themusicman-ij7op]

I did say that long before you, so her dad knows it all by now 🤷‍♂️🤙

[@Tootsie55]

I’ve always loved to take some old and dirty and clean it up. It’s just so satisfying to watch someone do the same with furniture, and do their very best. ❤

[@VisionaryGardener]

What a stunning chair! The weaving is beautiful. Well done! 👏💕

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@buffsheeri]

my father used to do caning, he chairs I saw before and after would almost make you cry. The clients always were amazed.

[@hamidtaki984]

I expected that you would not succeed because the chair was completely destroyed, but the result was amazing. I congratulate you from Baghdad for this beauty

[@terryosz8458]

The look on your dogs face when started with the knife was awesome the important thing is that you can laugh at the mistake Stay safe and God Bless. That chair looks amazing

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol she was a little confused

[@FixingFurniture]

Wow, that caning looks difficult. That restoration took a lot of different skills. Nice work Trena!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much

[@nancythomas1954]

Beautiful results! Oh my goodness, what a lot of labor! But you did it! That cane is beautiful Trina. The whole chair just shines. The owner is going to be so surprised and happy. Thank you picking this one to show us. Hope this finds you and yours happy and healthy.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@Jayf1981]

What an inspiring work ethic. Excellent restoration by a beautiful artist.

[@krzysztofbaron7527]

Amazing. Very good job.

[@wandakowalski7063]

Gobsmacked! It's gorgeous! What an amazing job.

[@KarlBunker]

Ah, that feeling when hours and hours of work magically turns into a few ounces of trash. 😭 Been there. Many times. But your final result is just gorgeous, as always. Great work!

[@sharondilloncavalierland954]

Beautiful restoration! I so admire your patience! Thanks for sharing , I already follow the others so I’m looking forward to watching them as well! Hugs from Washington State!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@SmileCentral]

Love your sense of humor - the fight to the death off screen... Lol... I am always impressed with your problem solving skills, and how you finally got that chair back off that screw!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks!

[@garetkonigsfeld2]

Weaving with Mom. That's the best. Great memories. Even having to start over. Adds to the memories. It will be beautiful in the end.

[@tiffanyrobertson6977]

I love all of these channels! Best competition ever. You guys need to do this more often! Fabulous work!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you!

[@joslynward2741]

Your dog watching you cut through the cane lightened the moment but ooh I felt the frustration of that moment! Beautiful finished piece Trena!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I felt the dog's anxiety, too! "MOM! NO!! What are you doing!?!?!?" 😊

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol she was scared too.

[@helpmehealmyself9705]

Very very skilled artisan! That weaving...wow! Your dad must be very proud of you, you have learned well. You definitely know your stuff! And you have my respect for maintaining your cool with having to start over....!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes, thank you

[@nickolascrego5716]

Your craftsmanship is top notch. Your dad must be very proud of you. Awesome job and awesome video thank you so much for sharing. That chair is so so beautiful.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@poky83201]

Every video that you do just blows me away at the amount of work you put into each piece. The cane work on this piece was over the top. Thanks for another great video

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@kiriaioulia]

OH NO!!! I'm so sorry your cane was the wrong size!!! Such a beautiful restoration of the "Franken-chair"!!! Angie from Transcend Furniture Gallery sent me over!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Welcome! I love her channel too❤️

[@marlenomahony8649]

Stunning job. The weaving is incredible & such a labour intensive job too. Fair dues to your patience, it certainly paid off in the end.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@jerrystark6766]

Once again, you have accepted a challenge and exceeded reasonable expectations. Beautifully done. Thanks for the video.

[@bethcrane5780]

Wow Trena, what a beautiful job! It's just gorgeous. It was fun to visit with you in your LR, just pretty colours and what a view! Glad to have you back. Take care.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@ColoRadio6996]

What a great group of people to have a fun competition with.. Cheers,

[@Redpill1962]

Brilliant result with the chair , and those pink walls in your house looked great !

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@gav2759]

Fantastic work. I have very much enjoyed all 4 of this series of restorations. I'm not much help if it is a competition, I gave them all a like. Thanks for posting.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol. I have them all likes too.

[@pjchris90]

Well, the frustration had to go somewhere when the caning ran acropper! Your shop dog is the calmest one I've ever seen. Glued to your side. That chair looked great at the end. I hope the owner treasures the skills that went into saving it.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

❤️

[@anshardeman3967]

Hi Trena ,beautiful piece of craftsmanship 👏 I'm glad you're back

[@paulerickson1906]

What an improvement. Back to being a thing of beauty. Sad to think of how many neglected pieces of good old furniture are wasted by throwing out.

[@faithfulhall1060]

WOW! Yes, the Caine seat is definitely an improvement. Alls well that ends well. You are a remarkable furniture restorer. 🇺🇸

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much!

[@Grandmotherof3]

Frankenchair turned out beautiful! At first sight, I thought “mission impossible” but I should have never doubted your magic! ❤❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tejolisboa]

What a huge job and a glorious result. I love antiques!

[@normagrimstad8869]

It’s so wonderful to see generations working together on crafts.

[@dougkinney4521]

Just beautiful.

[@gregoryhanson971]

What a beautiful job Trena! Nothing like Family for support. I'm sure you're glad to be home. Keep up the Good work and great videos.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much

[@NElj-yq9qi]

Absolutely beautiful! Didn't think it was possible to get this chair back to pristine condition....... but you sure did!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thank you!

[@petervandermolen9835]

Oh my goodness... when you plunged the knife in... my heart sank. The result is stunning! Great work

[@mdeysenroth]

Transcend Furniture Gallery brought me here. And you just got a new subscriber! Nice work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@patriciamay638]

Trena, that was lovely. Thank you. As for the cane issue, let's just say I empathize. My last "reassement" involved a hammer. It was quite therapeutic but it did require purchasing more appropriate items.

[@haywire1705]

I let my dog dry out too much one time. Luckily, Ace Hardware sells some really good dog putty. You can barely see the cracks. (Gorgeous work! And your home is beautiful too.)

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

😂😂

[@Restomaniac]

This is how restoration is done. Amazing 👌👌👌

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@Nena84734]

Damn, is that the same chair? That caning is something else, beautifully done, what a job, or, I should say jobs!

[@avivat3010]

That's a gorgeous job, Trena! This chair and the owners must be so happy now. it's beauty and design really shines. On another note, it's so good to see you back. Apparently, nice pink nail polish doesn't travel well with a restoration job. Nice hair cut, really suits you!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol it’s all wore off

[@avivat3010]

@@johnsfurniturerepair Never see nail polish or an amazing manicure on anyone who works with their hands in a serious way. BTW, I think you won the competition, although I voted for everyone. I would have liked to see all of you finish the gold chair. Unfortunately, I guess you never see a Russian palace chair.

[@nancyrinkers9723]

I am subscribed to your channel and the Transcend Furniture channel, but I will be sure to check out the other channels in your description. I am always amazed at the transformation of a piece from that seems impossible, to that looks beautiful! Another stunning restoration!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@chandarussell]

Well done. It looks wonderful. I’ve never seen a bentwood chair like it. Excellent craftsmanship.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nancyholmes1140]

Dang girl, you are really good. That would have scared me off from even trying to refinish. You are a very determined woman!!! Excellent!👍🥰

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@blainerueckwald]

Awesome restoration Trena, your patience knows no bounds in doing that caning. Makes my little dining chair restoration look like a walk in the park. Also a great bunch of restorers you are competing with some of my favourite channels.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks 👍

[@user-lw9pt8sj5m]

Какой труд!!!! Какая красота!!! Подписка!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Welcome!

[@mousiebrown1747]

So proud of you! Major disassembly, but no chips to your excellent color nail polish! You make women crafters of all sorts Proud! ❤ But in my mind’s eye, I see you in the long progression of craftspersons who have put caring hands on the components of this very old chair. What a fine way to think of history! Excellent work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

So true! Thankyou!

[@rpg2181]

Impressive restoration! Many, many hours of work. The chair is better than new. Thank you for your job. Greetings from Spain.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@user-uz7gh4bx3m]

Hey Trena, at around 10:09 you are really working hard to get that screw out of chair, remember that the shaft of your screw driver is a square so you can fit a wrench onto it. The extra leverage helps a lot with those stubborn screws. Amazing job. It's beautiful.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@thomaspoeta6308]

Oh my gosh! When you had to re-cane that chair a part of me died. L O L. That is intensive work and not to be taken lightly. You did an absolutely fabulous job on that chair. We areSo impressed with your work. It was the first time we've ever seen you and it will not be the last! Tom my husband just subscribe to your channel! Good luck in the competition! So far you deserve to win! Love Tom and Peggy.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@pcaton49]

My wife and I both wanted to like . We pretty much liked everyone.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@Barutokun]

All that cane weaving done by hand.. My fingertips are practically hurting just thinking about it.. Gorgeous result by the way!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes. They got a little raw. Thankyou!

[@RobbieSongwriter]

WOW Trena! That was AMAZING. Always learn something new from you. In this case, LOTS of "something"s. I've only done simple caning of cabinet doors where the caning was pre-weaved. Fascinating process. I've had my own "oops" moments over the years - all you can do is do it over. Thankfully, yours was non-destructive (except for your time). Only thing missing was a simple before and after side by side picture. Turns "wow" into "OMG", and this one deserves that drama. Thank you for sharing this one. "Whoever gets the most views wins." LOL That doesn't work, as we can't see the competition without giving them a view. You are ALL winners, doing decidely different projects with superb results. 4 way tie I'd say.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yea I agree. Just glad to share all my favorite channels with you all. Cheers!

[@war7334]

I have watched your competions videos and I have to say this is by far my favourite project.The weave and design of the chair give your project an edge over the others.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@enolastenson9792]

What a fine job! I almost cried when you said you had ordered the wrong caning supply. My heart just sank. The finish is breath taking.👍

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@ptbfrch]

Incredible work!!!

[@jimmyg.comicguy9777]

Hi Trena! Your sounding a lot more comfortable on camera. Keep on going!👍

[@jeanettepaynter1183]

How beautiful. So much patience. The view from your house is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for this video

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

My pleasure 😊

[@finn4785]

What a great Saturday treat! My 3 faves, Trena, Angie and AT. I'm glad there's no voting involved. I'd be at a loss. Incredible job on a very complex chair.

[@celticknotbrain]

Don't forget to like her video

[@user-ld4ll9tz4p]

You are truly an artist The restoration was magic and shows what patience and perseverance will give in the end Thank you so much

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!🥰

[@MightyWizardTim]

Wow! That was some spectacular work on that weaving and the chair. Great job!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@user-xg6xl6ev7i]

Wow! I just thought I was impressed before. Is there anything you can't do? And thank you for showing us your lovely home. I love the pink walls.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@geralyn-mm]

I enjoy and appreciate you, your integrity, and hard work doing what you love. The one thing I thought at the beginning of the caning, was how nice for you and your mom to have that special time together - just the 2 of you you doing what you love. Sorry about the re-caning, i do hope it'll be the memory of you and your mom's time together which lives on in your heart. A stunning piece. Thank you!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Love that! Yes it will. Thankyou

[@geralyn-mm]

@johnsfurniturerepair you are most welcome. What I would give to spend more time with my mom. 💜 all my best to you.

[@hummi72]

WOW... just wow... simply amazing. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Our pleasure!

[@robertborkowski3819]

What an awesome restoration!! I love learning from you and that mostly comes from your wonderful sencse of humor. Most people I know would have thrown the wrong weave across the room and you did the coolest. You laughed! I admire the enormous attention to detail you show in your light hearted way. Thank you

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@beatrisahellstrom7604]

Amazing work! And yes, I do recognize all the work put in just to realize I need to start all over… Frustrating and infuriating. Trena, absolutelly fabulous!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@RattiDave]

Not everyone would have admitted the caning misstep. I admire your professionalism. And the chair looks magnificent!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@barbaralevel7225]

Exquisite caning. Love the chair. So much fun to watch you again. Thanks. ❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Bob-mk4cd]

I can’t make up my mind between the four of you!!!!