Something major is missing from this

[@lindacarlson8886]

You restored what resembled a badly used piece of junk to a beautiful antique. GORGEOUS.

[@judymcmanus3001]

What a fabulous video to watch on a Sunday morning, coffee in hand. Trena really has surpassed all the other craftsmen on KZbin by adding the teaching aspect as well as entertainment. This video shows the patience and art required by a true craftsman. My favorite is watching her make the molds and replacing the missing embellishments. She and her father are my absolute favorite team.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awe. Thankyou so much. You are a gem❤️

[@horugeru7779]

It's Monday morning, here in Germany, and there's nothing more to say than you've already done!

[@kentshrader6616]

Ditto!!@@horugeru7779

[@clemenciarodner2339]

I couldn agree more , @judymcmanus. They are my absolute favorites as well.

[@haplessdilettante]

Trena, will you ever tire of being a master crafter? All presented with respect, lightness, and humility. Wow! What a woman!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🥰

[@stevepiechock9234]

This has to be one of the most difficult pieces you have restored. When you describe your plan to effect the needed repairs, the confidence in your voice is amazingly clear. You have a unique ability to turn something abused into a thing of beauty. Another reason why I for one am addicted to seeing your channel and the work you do

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Oh wow. So kind of you to say. Thankyou🥰

[@annettemalaski1967]

All those itty bitty repairs add up to a beautiful chest piece! I hope the customer pays you well!

[@kaycox19]

There is something so satisfying watching an expert crafts-woman. THANK YOU. BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You are so welcome!

[@edwardmurray4703]

oh-boy!!! you are something else!! another some kind'a job... I hope the owner of this piece appreciates all the work you did,, SUPER!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks again!

[@dennishinkle5010]

That was miraculous young lady. From basically nothing to a piece that anyone would be proud to have. I bet your dad is more than proud of you. Thank you for sharing.👍♥️

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou so much!

[@l.m.2404]

Not only are these pieces interesting, but they are also common items overlooked in most Canadian towns and cities because of the amount of detail required to bring them back to beauty. Your degree of mastery really shines through these fiddly but delightful pieces. I would be proud to own it.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yea they are a lot of work. Thankyou so much!🥰

[@Grammy_Indyof2]

I have a side by side sitting in my bedroom now. My husband bought mine for me over 30 years ago. Mine has curved glass on the door which I love. I treasure mine so much. Your restoration is beautiful.

[@Joans20thCentury]

Another magnificent restoration, you truly are a master craftsman and all while maintaining a French manicure 😁

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much lol

[@alrivas1477]

Maestro, I believe that piece is 'The Lark Ascending'. What a time we live in to be able to watch an artist like you work.

[@carltonouzts4941]

I think that the appeal I have for your videos is soaking in the process and your approach to achieving the work of art that is the final result.I do not remember a single item that you have restored that I would not have been proud to have in my home.Love your personality and consider you and your family my Canadian buds.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awe. That so sweet. ❤️❤️

[@yttkuar]

Watching your meticulous work, as usual, I cannot help but realize, in addition to your work, the added talent in your video presentation. It must be your extra awareness explaining for us what you are doing in a way that coordinates the details we would otherwise miss, with the beautiful results.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!🥰

[@jazzquebec2847]

I'm so proud of you and and the care you give to these pieces of furniture from the past. I understand all that so thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🥰

[@sharicross547]

Could I make a new…? Yes. Do I want to make a new…? No. My favorite part of your commentary!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol thanks

[@sdavifcom]

Honestly, I did not believe you could fix so many problems. I was very wrong. Superb job. You are a magician!

[@jaydee5022]

Vaughan Williams - not The Lark Ascending though you will probably like that too, but the piece you love is Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis. It was composed in 1910 but the main theme is 16th century. You might like the Fantasia on Greensleeves too. Happy listening and thanks for rescuing that poor old bureau. What a life that had had. You pretty much brought it back from the dead! Back in September 1983 I had a weird experience with 'your' tune - on a walking holiday on the Shropshire/ Welsh border we walked into Bishop's Castle, a Tudor town. We walked in very early in the morning, no one around and walking down a hill with half timbered buildings on either side the Fantasia wafted out of an open window. It felt like we'd time-shifted back to the end of the 16th century! Eventually the postman broke the spell but it was a magical moment.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou for the information on the song. Thanks so much

[@bonniesf6719]

Beautiful cabinet. My dad had one that fit into an odd corner in the living room. This turned out fantastic! Your customer is very lucky! You are an artist! My dad had a placard on his secretary cabinet. It said: I ask a simple question The truth is all I wish Are all fishermen liars Or do only liars fish?

[@medickaisu]

I am so pleased that someone decided this piece was worth bringing back to life. Astonishing work and such a great project to share with us.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Me too! Cheers!

[@epicduckdoctor]

The piece of music is "The Lark Ascending" by Vaughan Williams. Thank you for another fantastic video Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Indeed it is! Thankyou!

[@hayestweed7143]

I’m one of those who gravitates to symmetry, but I have to say I really liked your choice and appreciated you taking the time to explain your reasoning. Another banger! Thanks for sharing, Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awesome, thank you!

[@78541954]

As always Trena,wow! I am so in awe of your fantastic craftsmanship. Your work is so inspiring. Thank you once again for restoring such a lovely piece.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You are so welcome

[@ZoraidaVA-b6v]

Wow! Sounds complicated, but Trena can resuscitate it.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@LadyLeigh]

Beautiful piece restored to perfection. I love your commentary and down to earth attitude. I really hope the customer watches this video to really appreciate how much hard work you put into it. I love your channel and enjoy each and every video.🤗🇦🇺

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@faithfulhall1060]

This project tested your many skills . You passed with flying colors. Congratulations 🎈

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@leeannoneal4847]

The Lark Ascending. By Ralph VonWilliams. I love it! That was the piece of music that was playing that you said was your favorite 😍

[@donswoodworking319]

I've been a cabinetry and millwork contractor for 32 years, and I've seen a lot of garbage on KZbin. Your skills are stellar...Nice job. The mind of an engineer and an artist.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou sir!

[@anthonyspats7354]

Just another example of your talent, loved your wood working skills, better and better each time out. Keep up the amazing work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@kathrynkerr3317]

Thank you.That is a beautiful resurrection. I have a similar piece, my grandfather's from 1910. I immediately spotted the missing mirror. Mine has a missing lower door. I'm told it had the kind of emblem on it that the drop down door has. And my drop down door is badly mended.

[@johnwilliams1091]

The details on this one are reminiscent of the clock repair where you added back the missing paint on the face. Phenomenal work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou🥰

[@shirleypedersen7406]

I agree 100%.

[@adamfitch965]

Whew! I’m exhausted just watching this! What an amazing job! It’s a showpiece now.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol thanks

[@queenbee3647]

Trena I really love your treatment of the secretary. You hit it out of the ballpark. Im so glad you are going to continue with the videos. Thanks. 💖

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@deniseorlinda7822]

Love to watch the magnificent work Trena does. The music you love is 'The Lark Ascending'. it was written by Vaughn Williams. It was originally written for violin. I've heard it with violin only and symphony. I like the symphony version. it is one of my favorite songs. Thank you Trena for sharing your work with us. it is an inspiration.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@carmenm.4091]

I think it’s very nice you repaired what you had instead of replacing it with something new. The piece keeps its authenticity this way in my opinion. You’re a miracle worker 😀

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🥰

[@pattym4543]

Trena, when you were first showing us this piece, it really seemed like a lost cause. Well, you certainly are a skilled, creative miracle worker! You breathed life into this piece, I think surpassing how it looked originally! It truly is a beautiful work of art now! Watching your creative process with adding the beveled mirror was mesmerizing. Each step of this restoration turned out absolutely gorgeous! 👏

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@dorothydishman4664]

How satisfying fir you Trena. My maternal grandparents had the same piece of furniture and I have many memories of writing my Christmas thank you letters on it. Wonderful work. Thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

That is awesome!

[@aking2974]

My friend, your work is great👍👍👍

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@uysalere]

Is it lark ascending? What a beautiful restoration!!! My mom has one just like it and now I think I will take it from her. 😅

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes, it is!

[@happydays59]

Wow, looks fantastic ❤

[@martinebangs6520]

Hi Trena....Absolutely stunning, a family effort this one, I love all the work you did on it, it was an ugly duckling for sure....now a beautiful swan, lol....Take care...cheers !!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yea. Thankyou!🥰

[@barnabatemplariusz5102]

good job, as always, I admire every furniture renovation process...😀

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you!

[@imanutnur7]

I find after repairing a piece that's where I always look.

[@JaneKelly-f9g]

Hello Trena, you made an absolutely beautiful job on that cabinet and I appreciate the asymmetrical mirror a lot. My grandad had similar pieces where the flow of the design enchanced by applique lifted a functional cabinet into a piece of art. He was a silversmith, worked in Birmingham UK and made some of the pieces for the Queen's coronation. I inherited a small slice of his craftsmanship and made wedding dresses from scratch according to what my clients required, I am now retired. It's lovely to see the handmade crafting continuing on through various arts and your dad must be so proud of you

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Oh wow. What a legacy your family has. I can imagine the dresses were so wonderful 🥰

[@cece624]

My grandparents had one of these secretary desk/bookcase cabinets. One of my brothers inherited the cabinet. It has been amazingly well cared for-everything is still original.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

That’s great🥰

[@dangreb8257]

!!!!! So brilliant! A. It’s SOOO cool that you moved and work with your Dad now!! That is brilliant on its own! 😎 B. This restoration is a great showpiece for your exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, aesthetic taste, and heart. Glass, mirror, oak panels, fabricating hardware, re-purposing recovered hardware from your Dad’s stores, patches, re-solidifying… that mirror frame out of thin air! Those onlay appliqués! Furniture makers from days of yore would be so heartened and grateful to have their past creations placed in your loving hands to have their works restored to renewed vibrance. You rock, Trena! Another outstanding restoration! 🤩 This piece needed so much, and you gave it so much. Beautiful result! 😍

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wow! Thankyou for your enthusiastic compliments! 🥰🥰🥰

[@tinamintz738]

I love it. Behind the mirror where you put your name and date, you should add a picture of the condition it was in when you truly saved it. For some generation down the road to hopefully find it.

[@scrumpy179]

Boy oh boy. What can I say. Ditto with J underneath. I learn so many things watching your videos. One of the best things to watch. Keep them coming.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awesome, thank you!

[@pjchris90]

I think the owner must have been AMAZED! A MASTER CLASS in repair for free. Thank you Trenna.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thankypu

[@founderist]

One of the best restoration videos I have come across. Thumbs up!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks 👍

[@sonnyjimm23]

This is absolutely stunning!! I think this is even more amazing than the grandfather clock. WoW, your skill and knowledge of your craft never fails to blow me away. 🎉

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@marywiklander-williams6493]

What a wonderful piece. I like how you made your own clever curves to the mirror frame. The owner must be over the moon.

[@chrisp.76]

I loved seeing the way you made molds of the appliqués and made new ones.

[@rosieboerner2359]

Holy cow! You really know what you're doing! There's so many repair jobs you had to do to the piece. But you did it and didn't take any short cuts. You are amazing! I so wish I could do what you do! You make it look so easy. You did a beautiful job, well done! ❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@chuckie5671]

Super WOW!!!! That mirror piece you made looks great! Your creativity surely came though on this project.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@joesmith1926]

I always think you are very brave when you go in about stripping these pieces down with the little breaker bar 😄 Great job again Trena 😍

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

😉👍

[@leroymellix5647]

As always you have done a lot more than a few things! This is very nicely done!

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

Girl, you do not mess around...wow, fantastic!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol

[@peachstreetrestyle2518]

Wow! Trena you outdid yourself on this one! Outstanding work!❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@pablobarros610]

The work you do goes beyond restoration, and how to bring to life something that has been forgotten in time. Congratulations on the beautiful work and keep it up. A hug straight from Brazil

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@johndoran4360]

THE PATIENTCE OF A SAINT ADDED TO THE SKILLS OF A MAGICIAN EQUALS TO AN ABSOLUTELY BEAUT RESULT. MY HAT'S OFF TO YOU, YOUNG TRENA, . I IS OFFICIALLY DOUBLE IMPRESSED.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@janetannerevans2320]

I have pieces of furniture my Civil War great, great grandfather made, think that is enough greats. I have searched everywhere high and low on the pieces hoping to find something he wrote. Just chalk numbers to aid in assembly. Love to see your handwritten signage.

[@thebrushhawg]

I dont think there is a lovelier person on KZbin. Im a trim carpenter and thoroughly enjoy your videos. And I’ve learned stuff too. Thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wow, thank you!

[@dangray]

I love that you did all this work to bring this piece back. I can't imagine though, with all that labor and material costs that you could recouop even a percentage of that with the current resale price. Still, great work and a wonderful thing to do. Thanks

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes. Restoration for loving customers is most often more than resale

[@Shujashaher]

Oooh. What a marathon 😢. I think it looked just like that originally 👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@tracyalbert6056]

OMG Trena that is GORGEOUS. You did an AMAZING job. I love it.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@kerryklopfstein4260]

I rebuilt the top portion of one of these myself awhile ago. I must say yours is beautiful mine not quite as good, but the owner loved it. I really enjoy your craftsmanship and attention to detail.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awesome!

[@kellywilkins8043]

Always liked antique secretaries. This one turned out absolutely fantastic! Thanks Trena!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cynthiat6505]

Woof! What a mess on a formerly lovely secretary. What you’ve done is phenomenal!

[@terryosz8458]

That is amazing your skills continue to shine what an awesome job thanks for sharing stay safe and God Bless

[@mikepollard6472]

Great result after a lot of work. Very relaxing listening to the commentary and watching you work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@eddieforce2341]

You are amazing. As a woodworker myself I appreciate all you do. Keep up the good work.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@anthonychavez3742]

Sister golden hair, beautiful work. Thank you for sharing.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

My pleasure 😊

[@danaowen9014]

The cabinet is so beautiful, but the mirror and frame is breath taking. like you said it looks like it has always been there, the design to the top of the mirror frame is stunning.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@davidmontgomery1016]

WOW! That was an impressive transformation. But I can't believe you didn't keep the brick shelf paper 😂. Well done.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol my one regret!

[@davidbaldwin2729]

thank you for sharing The Lark Ascending. I had never heard it before. I really enjoyed watching the KZbin of it being performed, quite lovely. See why you like so much. It reminded me of that beautiful French documentary film about flying with birds from 20+ years ago called Winged Migration. cheers

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sowi-reeikuddye5732]

It is SO awesome to see a daughter who learned her Father's trade! I would have loved doing something like this with my Dad back in the day!

[@steffieswaddling8432]

Beautiful accomplishment. Very well done. Also, informative and very interesting.

[@patricialopes9579]

Thank you Trena. Not only you bring us your marvellous skills but also you bring joy and a sense of been grounded in a world that is so crazy right now. The craftsmanship that has been losing over the generations , it was good to see your nephew helping. Well done.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes. I get them in there anytime I can. Cheers!

[@AmandaJayne46]

What an awesome video. Just loved 🥰 watching every minute of it, and great 😊 woodworking as well. Looking forward to the next one. Keep up the great work 💋

[@janetrodriguez914]

You are a fantastic furniture artist. You restored that piece to its original beauty. Great job! Love your work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Ace4Lsu]

Wow. That really turned out Great. The knowledge and the skills you have are priceless

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@forgetmenotrf6720]

❤WOW - Just WOW Trena!!! At the beginning, I was thinking it looked beyond help after your tour of needed repairs & it was so much! I also didn’t really care for pictures of other secretaries at beginning but your end result was AMAZING! The mirror design was wonderful & something I would be proud to have in my home! Love the tip from “Dad” with all his experience- reminds me of sweet memories of my own and their helpful tips! Excellent work as usual!!! Thanks!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You are so welcome

[@teresacunningham7975]

Especially wonderful! I absolutely love the additional piece you made. What vision/discernment you have! Bravo!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@jeffreycollier1059]

Gorgeous work! You're such an excellent master of the craft and how you keep your hands so perfect is beyond me. Thanks so much for sharing, you're one of my favorites. 😊

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@Jstreamssr]

Trena, I admire your work!! You have shown that a woman can do furniture repair and restoration as good as, if not better than many men!! KUDOS!!

[@mikein_ga]

Very nice work. And you have the prettiest hands I’ve ever seen on a woodworker. 😊

[@marydavis2444]

Loved the design of the mirror addition!!. God has given you not only talent but perseverance to accomplish your vision for each piece.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much 😊

[@cobberpete1]

Definitely a lot of thought and work went into this piece. Expertly brought to a great finish. Well done Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@richardbell466]

Beautiful piece. That mirror just balances the whole thing much better. Nice.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thank you!

[@francisfruscalzo]

I adore too much this restoration with the good ideas you applied on the movable. NICE JOB.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@paulmcguire740]

Nice job - again. We like these old pieces. There’s one in our family that belonged to a great grandfather. Glad you worked to honor the design.

[@pomnichowski]

Can't imagine it any other way... Looking settled and quiet, very much at ease. Though you first pried and hammered that secretary apart next the magic happened. The old was teased together with the new and shone complete. Beauty! 🖐

[@JamesDeese]

OMG! What a great work! Treena, I am always impressed with your work and monolouge.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@judymielcarek6011]

Wow, what a beautiful transformation! Love what you do. ❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@tedlym.3390]

Your restorations is supremely superb! Thank you,

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you like them!

[@jameshasselbrack8412]

Wow! After all that work and stress it came out beautiful!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@denniswilkinson1674]

That was quite a project, and it turned out just beautiful due to your attention to detail and outstanding craftsmanship. Well done.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@susanevanoff5530]

Absolutely love watching this restoration. Beautiful!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@triplex86]

Magnificent work. Really enjoyed watching you resurrect this piece.

[@jerryarcher7409]

You are a great craftsman! What detail you went into explaining what you did. I can't imagine how much you had to charge your customer. Great work great video

[@billkurek5576]

Yes . I would also like to know how much. Then I would say, NOT enough.