Why Did This Break? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

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Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

Жыл бұрын

Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine repairs this late Victorian frame whose corner carvings have suffered breaks. 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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@JSAC66 Жыл бұрын

What I enjoy most about your videos is it brings back long-forgotten, memories of my own father in his basement hobby wood shop. I can remember the smells, the dust, the sounds. Also him answering my numerous questions, singing, and the occasional expletive. 😂

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's great! It's the same for me remembering my Dad. There's this certain combination of alcohol, turpentine and nitro-cellulose lacquer that will take me right back to his shop!

@patientorlando1306 Жыл бұрын

Tom, you are so funny sometimes....I promise I won't ever believe you know what you're doing 😂😂😂 I love, love, love the picture perfect view of Miss Ella at the end😍I'll never tire of watching her look up adoringly at you as you welcome us into your workshop. Your video tutorials are so well shot and edited, and this one was no exception, if I was local I could spend all day sanding in your shop any day.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's very nice

@susanwatson1599 Жыл бұрын

I really admire how you take as much time as you need and apply the same amount of care in working on this simple little frame as you do with larger more elaborate pieces of furniture. It demonstrates your talent but also a respect for all the hand detailing that the original maker put into it's creation. Beautiful job. I always learn so much watching you work

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes, I always do the best I can

@cjlamber Жыл бұрын

Your close in shots are some of the best camera work on YT. No detail is missed. I’m not sure I would have the confidence to do this. But your artistry speaks for itself. Not only in your main craft but in your production and “casting”. That little touch at the end was a great note to finish on. The star of the show was framed by this weeks subject. She is so photogenic.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate it!

@queenbee3647 Жыл бұрын

Really sweet frame! You did a great job on the carving Thom. Even the original creator would agree. Your asst. looked mighty sweet in that final frame. 😁

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@hobbes1970ca Жыл бұрын

Your modesty and humor make your videos so enjoyable. Thank you for the insight and your craftsmanship. It is inspiring.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@lindawilliams9880 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad there are still people who want their pieces done right and know how to find a craftsman as yourself to restore their treasures.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Me too!

@melodysimonson1510 Жыл бұрын

I love how you can just look at those pieces that were missing and then carve them. I know it is not as easy as you make it look. I think you are amazing!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! That's nice

@rosemarshall1219 Жыл бұрын

Ella is always very interrested in your work ❤. What a dedicated dog, she is so funny !

@ferraridinoman Жыл бұрын

Woof! What you doing Dad! x

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! (secret: she's interested in treats!)

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

And where are my treats you promised?

@charlenasutherland Жыл бұрын

You are an artist. I enjoy watching your calm patience as you perform your magic. Today people are in the habit of rushing around, using and discarding products, no thought of preserving. I don’t have the right words but thanks for your continued work and your channel. 😊

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I appreciate it!

@barbkrienke8400 Жыл бұрын

Your work is beautiful! I might be able to refinish a dresser or something, but could never carve as wonderfully as you do. It’s fun to watch as you restore that frame back to the way it was before all of those pieces broke off! Also a side note - I really appreciate that you come in with a cup of coffee when it’s the “next morning”. Somehow it makes those transitions flow better!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, that morning routine has become a "thing"

@mildredmartinez8843 Жыл бұрын

This has been one of the most enjoyable restoration videos I've watched. The sheer patience and artistry is what makes your work so admirable.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@martiwilliams8091 28 күн бұрын

Very well done! I chuckled to myself when you said this wasn’t a wood carving lesson….. your carving skills are masterful. I enjoyed this video. Thank you. Marti

@johnsonrestoration 27 күн бұрын

You're welcome Marti! That's very nice

@shannonvans Жыл бұрын

More new items to learn about, shellac sticks and pumice stone powder. I may not ever need to use them myself, but I love to learn about them as I watch your fantastic work. Loved the framed picture at the end.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@johngassmann9581 Жыл бұрын

Your carving skills are amazing. I was fascinated watching every step of the process.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@georgecunningham9175 Жыл бұрын

THAT was AMAZING! I have to admit that as much as I admire your talent, I admire your patience even more! The carving process was exacting and me3ticulous, but I wouldn't even have the patience to even tape up the frame as you did! I suppose that is why artisans such as yourself exist - to accomplish all of the perfection that those of my ilk lack (and can never even HOPE to attain!). Thanks for the amazing video.....

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome!

@patriciafry8634 19 күн бұрын

I feel the very same way! And love Ella

@pmichael73 Жыл бұрын

It's great to see a small simple piece put back to what it was. Too often, we live with such things and just say, "It's old," and not bother to invest in it. Thank you!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@karencooper9185 Жыл бұрын

Wouldn't it be amazing to be able to show the original craftsman this video...I'm sure he would be humbled to see you take such care to repair/preserve his work. Your humor (I think I know what I'm doing🤣) and skill are much appreciated by today's lovers of all things vintage/antique.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I wonder what they'd think!

@DavidBergsland Жыл бұрын

One of the things I always had a hard time explaining is that duplicating something someone else designed, cut, or produced is much more difficult than the long quick cuts of the original carver. The handwork always has personal style, just like handwriting is all different. You do it well.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! You are exactly right!

@kevinknight6302 Жыл бұрын

I found myself holding my breath during the carving. Riveting watching. Thank you

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I was holding my breath too!

@celestialscripture Жыл бұрын

This man never ceases to amaze.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I never cease to be amazed that so many people watch!

@ifga16 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic bit of work. I have an old frame with the same type carved leaves. It had a New York wedding certificate from the 1880s in it. I now have the courage to restore it and replace missing carvings.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That sounds cool! Yes, be careful

@sliob Жыл бұрын

Really nice work, Tom, and your top-notch lighting, camera work and editing make it a pleasure to watch.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@hijmestoffels5171 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad to see that the Quality Control employee carries out her task very conscientiously.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah! As long as there's a treat at the end!

@sylviekoenig9960 Жыл бұрын

Even the shavings you produce when you are carving the wood are beautiful! Gorgeous job. Loved the end when you framed Ella ❤

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, I liked that too

@VeretenoVids Жыл бұрын

Oooooh! I love hummingbird moths! The frame turned out beautifully--the finishing touch with Ella was the icing on the cake.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I was amazed by that moth!

@alexandermenzies9954 Жыл бұрын

What a good dog. We've all seen Landseer's Monarch of the Glen, now we have Johnson's Hound of Gorham.

@dlevi67 Жыл бұрын

Gorham is an appropriately gory name for a hounded place. Baskervilles: you have been warned.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Wow! I had to look that up - beautiful! I have a photo of Ella that reminds me of that - a majestic look

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Yes, and Halloween is Monday!

@MegaJohnson12 Жыл бұрын

I bet the customers love to see how much work it takes and how you restore their furniture. Another great job!!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I love that they can see these videos!

@conniehusband1365 Жыл бұрын

Sphinx Moth in the beautiful Verbena blossoms.....delightful. You have convinced me!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Sphinx Moth! When I looked it up it said Hummingbird Moth. Could they be the same?

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Just looked it up and yes, Hummingbird Moths are in the Sphinx family

@cobberpete1 Жыл бұрын

Miss Ellie is the perfect model to show off this frame 😎

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

She is! Thanks!

@dickmeisterling3924 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Few things in life are more satisfying than sharp chisels, planes and carving tools. Unless you make a bloody mistake.

@johnsonrestoration 3 ай бұрын

Which of course I'm always doing! But yes, a sharp plane...

@dr.tomgio6694 Жыл бұрын

Master Johnson, this was such a pleasure to watch. I had to smile when I saw that band-aid on you thumb; it reminded me of the first time I used a chisel on a project when I was about 12. My father told me to be careful because it was very sharp just as I almost lopped off the tip of my thumb. I eventually had to sand out my blood stain from the project. Again, beautiful work.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, you never forgot that one!

@judebrown4103 Жыл бұрын

Ah, dear Ella, pretty as a picture. She was just waiting to pose for us. What a great job, loved the line about not teaching anyone to carve, just trying to convince us that you *can* carve.... Well you convinced me! You wielded those carving tools to great effect, lovely job. Beautifully done. 👍🌿

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SuperBollus 10 ай бұрын

I love your videos so much. I have learnt much from you. I especially love the footage at the start of your video's and so nice to see Miss Ella, RIP 💕

@johnsonrestoration 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! I miss her every day

@markusvanderwalt7746 Жыл бұрын

Great bond between you and your dog

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@freemansame8062 Жыл бұрын

Meditative education of how to master wood restoration. so calming, thank you Thomas !

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@Tonytotalify Жыл бұрын

Ella seems to enjoy being in the frame😄 As always, a really nice video Tom👍

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😃

@fredpierce6097 Жыл бұрын

Loved the tip on using pumice in polishing wax! No cutting into the stain……reaching impossible to sand areas of a carving….never would have thought of this technique. Thanks Tom!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@Beegee1952 Жыл бұрын

We have a very old wooden carved frame my husband’s grandfather brought from Germany, in need of repair. We haven’t had it done because we don’t know who to take it to. Yours is beautiful. Your skills are so impressive!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, a lot of good carving in Germany

@scottrussell7691 Жыл бұрын

Great job Tom, you are a real renaissance man. I really appreciate you telling us which tools you used at the end.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I like that too

@allolebarilliertaxi4304 Жыл бұрын

Thank you again old man. Your work is full of sense, peace, art and heart.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I like that

@yeagerxp Жыл бұрын

Such modesty "This video is not about how to carve, it is about me making you think I know what I am doing" GOOD ONE!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Excellent restoration 👍👍👍 . Thank you for sharing. Take care of yourself, be safe, and healthy 🇨🇦

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@simonkeyse8185 Жыл бұрын

I think it looks pretty good too. Always a pleasure watching your videos. ♥to the team, of course including Ella the real star.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Oh yeah, the woodworking is just an excuse to get Ella on video!

@roliekennelley5589 Жыл бұрын

Tom, Your " looks pretty good " is somebody else's perfect. Fantastic work. I also held my breath when you got out the mallet and big chisel. You are fearless!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@mbrez4271 Жыл бұрын

I 've been watching your productions for several years now. I immensely enjoyed this project from start to finish!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's great!

@federicoprice2687 4 ай бұрын

Stunning restoration! Congratulations to the Grinling Gibbons of Gorham, Maine. ❤❤

@johnsonrestoration 4 ай бұрын

Thanks! But I can only wish! He is so good it's difficult to even comprehend it

@stonermeister Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you did that at the end with your pup. I was thinking the same thing. 😊👍🏻👏🏻 Beautiful little frame.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! She's so cooperative!

@leeshilling7251 Жыл бұрын

So therapeutic to watch the hand carving. The pumice and orange oil combo is a good one 👍 thanks for another great video TJ.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Lee!

@shirleypedersen7406 Жыл бұрын

Excellent, absolutely excellent repair. Cannot see any difference. Looks exactly like the originals! A Master at work.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@marien20 Жыл бұрын

This symbiosis between the love for wood and good old bees wax polish is a joy to watch & a great start of the weekend. Thanks!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Well said!

@MrPhotodoc Жыл бұрын

Props to Tom for attempting to carve like the old masters who did the original work. I would not have even tried to match the fluid lines they could achieve with a chisel.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I would have loved to see them at work!

@williammccormack6295 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely you are a artesian this was a awesome video to watch Fellow Antique and Vintage furniture Restoration guy Queensland Australia 🇦🇺

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I wonder what furniture you have in Australia. I imagine a lot of English furniture, but does Australia have it's own styles?

@chuckotto7021 Жыл бұрын

Your admission of your level as woodcarver made me laugh out loud! Thanks for your candor and your superb abilities in the shop.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@mrscalifdreamer Жыл бұрын

Don't know how I missed this video but I'm glad I saw it! As usual....great work!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Tannhauser111 Жыл бұрын

The right tool and your outstanding craftsmanship saved this picture frame. Now only a hunting or landscape picture is missing. Perfect. Thank you Mr. Johnson!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@robertherberg9595 Жыл бұрын

I just have to say that the camera work in this video was spot on.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@peternash6206 Жыл бұрын

So many of your videos I nod along thinking that is how I would do it or would like to do it but when you carve I stop nodding make a coffee and watch. Thanks for sharing.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

That's nice - thanks!

@lethal0r Жыл бұрын

I love the consistency of your opening lines across every video.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@lynn7049 Жыл бұрын

Wow, just lovely!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kathleenmilligan2944 Жыл бұрын

Nothing short of amazing!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@cornelpruesse4970 11 ай бұрын

I Love IT how careful and professionelly Ur even repairing small Projects Like this frame👍💪

@johnsonrestoration 11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jamesthompson8133 4 ай бұрын

I think you needed an emery board for that small sanding space. You always amaze me! Your patience is inspiring!

@johnsonrestoration 4 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! I'll try it - they might clog up though, we'll see

@barbarafling3790 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@eddiekerbo Жыл бұрын

Beautiful job as usual! ❤️

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@hiker1392 Жыл бұрын

That was a fun one! Thanks for the class in carving, whether you intended it or not.👍 And hi to the goodest doggo.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'll say Hi to Ella for you!

@mcbridewoodworking8939 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work. Thank you.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@rosesrose9131 Жыл бұрын

Looks wonderful!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@andrebusch5293 Жыл бұрын

Your work is an inspiration, it always is. Thank you for sharing.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@cherylnormandeau2871 Жыл бұрын

I love watching you work!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lesleydavies3063 Жыл бұрын

Your a true master Tom, turned out amazing xxxx

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kathleenmaloney4927 Жыл бұрын

Amazing work!!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@deettekearns9092 Жыл бұрын

Looks Great!!!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks Deette!

@olgai.menendez9493 Жыл бұрын

Marvelous!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MayndaY666. Жыл бұрын

Amazing as usual. Is always a pleasure to watch your videos.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kathyandthedogs626 Жыл бұрын

I remain in awe of your talent and skill. Thank you for sharing with us!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@SabanWorshipper Жыл бұрын

Amazing work

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rogerscottcathey Жыл бұрын

Beautiful.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@robertminato2706 Жыл бұрын

wow! amazing attention to detail.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@lostonwallace1396 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this one! Great to see you posting videos again!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm trying to publish every 2 weeks. We've been keeping up this year

@kennethleslie9414 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful job Tom as always 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Bach6032 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video and equally excellent repair. Well done!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@RatelLaw Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your expertise

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@mightyporky Жыл бұрын

The carving comment made me really laugh out loud, my wife just had to know what was so funny, As per usual, masterfully completed.😁

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@carolhartman1156 Жыл бұрын

Love watching the restorations. Fascinating.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@viscache1 Жыл бұрын

I’m weird, I know this, but still…I just breath easier when I see clean tools after the job is done. It’s a peccadillo of mine that i have had since my teen years (along with many of my wood working tools that still are in good working condition and still clean). I enjoy the precision of your work and especially the organized fashion with which you go about it.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks Theophilus! After seeing my employees trash so many tools over the years, I now get a little OCD. Having clean tools and work area helps your brain!

@geoffreykeane4072 Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable video Tom.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@arnolsi Жыл бұрын

You and your daughter are my restoration heros. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

That's so nice! Thanks! (although note: Em doesn't do restoration work! Here's a link to her website: www.emcollier.com/

@daleyurk4369 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful job Tom!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@brianandtamiolson2330 Жыл бұрын

That’s better than “pretty good”, that was amazing to watch. You can restore and fix anything.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mrstacyj9496 Жыл бұрын

well done - thanks for sharing

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@ferraridinoman Жыл бұрын

Delicate work Young Thomas!! Great!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir!

@Megahieron Жыл бұрын

I love watching you work. So talented, skilled, and patient. Layton, Utah

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@maryrussell5926 Жыл бұрын

A true artist.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@barbaraanderson58 Жыл бұрын

Perfect after picture!!!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@maddieadams75 Жыл бұрын

Very nice restoration 🧡

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@steve_weinrich Жыл бұрын

A masterful repair. Well done!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@marchu50 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video!

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ricocampos1331 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job, Thomas. Loved the carving work. Wonderful restoration! Liked and shared in my Twitter.

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate the share!

@lisal6996 Жыл бұрын

You Sir, are a MASTER !

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@keh225 Жыл бұрын

this was a great video! really cool frame

@johnsonrestoration Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!