Although this Painted Dresser didn't turn out the way I had hoped, I am still grateful for the opportunity to continue sharing my experiences with you. Thank you for all your support. See you again this week! Barry
Barry, comments like, you only redo furniture, is ignorant. Your stories show your love of history and the people that the pieces once belonged to. The history they carry with them, if only they could talk. God bless you.
WOW! That piece came out looking spectacular. I love the color of that stain. Don't be mistaken, Barry - you are still helping people. I find your gentle, soothing voice, and moments of philosophy to be very relaxing and I look forward to your videos. I also learn from you all the time. Thank you.
I am 65 and lost my only child 10 yrs ago to suicide when he returned from Army. Your video help me to not get lost in my head. I found your voice is soothing to my soul. So remember that you never loose empathy you are just channeling it differently. Thank you.
Barry, I suffer from anxiety. Often, I wake up in the middle of the night unable to get back to sleep. Tonight was one of those nights. I was on the verge of a full blown panic attack. So I took my meds and turned on your video. Your calming voice, story telling, and soothing video was as if you were holding my hand until the meds kicked in. Your videos work in a way you may not expect. For me, tonight you gave me healthcare. Thank you.
I love the final result. It's got a warm and inviting feel to it. You do more than "fixing old furniture": you restore beauty and purpose that otherwise would have been lost. Thanks for sharing!
I love how the piece turned out. And I really appreciate the WISDOM you shared at the end of the video. It reminded me of a retired Navy captain that I used to work with, who eventually became a school bus driver. Many would have said that he had taken a big step down. But his experience in the Navy and service to school kids could not have been more valuable.
Hey, Barry. I'm with all the other folks who want to affirm that you are still helping, because you walk through the world with the heart of a servant. I just retired from almost four decades in healthcare, and one of the great blessings of watching and listening to you is that you chose to leave healthcare, which was a way to care for yourself. When we put ourselves at the top of the list of people we care for, our hearts become more available to us and everyone else, and that shines through in both large and small ways in all of our encounters and endeavors. Thank you, Barry.
Yup. That dresser is Mid Century Modern. Just like me. You did a beautiful job with it and the slightly darker stain is in keeping with the original design. You can be proud of that one. Baby, take a bow.
This is a beautiful piece of furniture. You did such a great job restoring it! I really enjoy the bits of history you share in your videos. I also appreciate the philosophizing that accompanies your work. Thank you!!
Barry, just listening to your videos brings me a peace that is priceless. We all make decisions in life that others don’t understand, that’s ok. It took me a long time to realize that, but I’m here now, living peacefully with my decisions. Thank you for who you are and what you do. It’s beautiful. ♥️👍🙏
Barry, it's important to remember that you still help people, just in a different way now. Your videos are calming and relaxing and I often play them when working on my own projects, often I just listen to the calming tone of your videos. It helps me relax and I'm sure there's thousands more people who do exactly the same. The world needs people like you doing stuff like this to provide an oasis of calm in a hectic world. You made the right decision for you and that's what matters most. If people judge you based on what you do for a living rather than the content of your character, then they are shallow and missing out or great friendships.
Barry I love the way you “fix furniture” and don’t sell yourself short your staging is actually quite good. I am in complete agreement we are all here to help one another with whatever skills we possess and listening to you tell the story of a piece and how you will restore it to its former glory in your gentle voice is a kind of therapy in itself. Btw I really like the darker stain it gives it a deeper richer look. Thanks and God bless.
Awesome job Barry. Love the color. And you are still helping people - we all tune in to watch you work and hear the amazing stories you relate in you beautifully soothing voice.
That turned from a piece that would be looked over without regret to a beautiful designer one. Just seeing that transformation makes one think about the potential beauty in all. And that helps a lot of people, me included.
First off, I want to say _Thank You_ for what you do, and for what you have done! You do much more than "just fix old furniture", especially with the pieces of which you know their history and who owned them. In many of your videos, you have allowed a legacy to continue, and that is priceless! That dresser might not have come out as light as you wanted, but I really like the stain you used on it. It has a glow that a lighter stain wouldn't be able to provide. Another phenomenal restoration!
Barry, This dresser has such a rich finish and is a distinctive piece worthy of praise. I love the stories you bring us with these rescues, which make me feel that the world is a better place.
I know exactly what you mean, as a nurse myself. But, Barry--helping people see beauty in pieces that would have been discarded is also invaluable. I think in today's society we don't stop nearly enough to create or appreciate something truly beautiful. I know the dresser didn't turn out the way you thought, but I loved it just the way you transformed it. Thanks for sharing your craft & words with all of us, Barry! 💛
I was an RN for 35 years (not always in direct patient care) and just recently retired. I love refinishing furniture now! It’s my new “job”. Love watching your videos!
@@philomenahearn1717I have suffered from these problems as well. A book that really helped me was Telling Yourself the Truth by William Backus and Marie Chapian. It’s an older book, you might be able to borrow it from your local library, or interlibrary loan it. I wish you well and pray the Lord helps you. There is a happy life possible, I know because I used to be in your shoes for many years.
This dresser is beautiful. It may not be what you saw in your "mind's eye" but it IS beautiful nonetheless! Regarding what you said about serving one another. A lady that I used to work with in the healthcare field, said that regardless of what we do in life... we're "waiting" on someone or something. At that point my view on what it is that I do for a living really doesn't matter as long as it pays me enough to keep a roof over my head. Service is service... so try to do it with a smile in your heart because it will show on your face! 🤗🥰 PS: You earned my subscription about 90k subscribers ago! You're almost to 100k... LET'S GO TEAM MCM! 👍
Barry, your stories help a lot of people! For me they make me think about my own life and focus on the good things that were part of it and be grateful. Anyone who says "you just fix old furniture" has never been creative. That's too bad because our creativity helps us be more compassionate, understanding, patient, caring and joyful.
A great job once again. I seem to remember reading about Michaelangelo who loved sculpting more than painting. I think he likened his process to removing the excess stone which revealed the statue which was buried within. You don't fix old furniture; you restore the beauty which has been buried under coats of paint. Always enjoy watching your work. Take care. Donna
You did a beautiful job it may not have turned out as you had envisioned but cut yourself some slack you did above and beyond with it and it really is lovely. Your staging is lovely and again cut yourself some slack 😊 As someone who has had very serious mental health issues in the past (it is under control for now but I know that can change at anytime and I keep working on it) I always appreciate people like yourself because without you I never would have made it. Being the parent of special needs children is hard mentally (and physically) and add on other conditions it can be tiring so thank you for your original work with people and your work now which is another form of therapy and mindfulness for people like me 😊
Hi Barry, just earlier,I was telling my hubby that I was watching some soothing furniture restoration before I go to sleep. And believe me, you absolutely do help. Not only is it satisfying to watch a neglected piece come back to life again, but your stories and your soothing voice bring peace and happiness to lots of people. Thank you for all that you do. Love from Australia
Hi Barry, the dresser looks beautiful. The color is rich looking. Thank you for your service in the healthcare world. It takes a very special person to do that work. You are still helping others in other ways. Watching your channel brings us moments of peace and creativity. Your stories are wonderful to listen to with your soothing voice. Thank you. I enjoy your channel. Rock on and keep being who you are. Joyce ❤️🙏🇺🇸
That dresser is an unconventional beauty, Barry. I really like the strong masculine lines. It's clear that a lot of thought went into the design. It's also clear that you put a lot of thought into the restoration and the filming process. Thank you for your efforts.
Barry this piece is wonderful. I would have given up with all that paint. Don't be so hard on yourself please. You are now reaching more people than you ever could have one on one. Listening to your stories makes all of us consider our own humanity. I thank you for that. Now please carry on with your head held high.
I love the end result! It is very beautiful! But, what I love even more, is your words of wisdom and advice. They resonate with me and in small ways get me to move out of my comfort zone, even if just slightly. I always enjoy watching what you do, and listening to what you say.
Thank you, Barry, for another video that reveals so much more than its sum content - it becomes a journey into your life. I'm always left with a lingering feeling of poignancy and resonant echoes that touch the soul. Again, thank you.
Wow beautiful!😍 I hear what you mean about serving people. Management needs to show recognition to ALL their staff, not just the staff they “click” with. Keep doing what you do that’s what shines through, because you enjoy it. 👍⭐️
Through you, Barry, I can remember how it was to find a gem hidden beneath layers of abuse, paint and dirt. I always felt that whatever I did was a personal journey to make one thing at a time, better. I couldn't do what my hearts desire was, but this craft helped me to accept myself for what I was doing at the time. When I watch you and listen to you, I get it. There is so much satisfaction in the work you do. I am old now, but I still remember that feeling of accomplishment. Just wish UA-cam existed back then. Thank You for sharing your video.
Hi Barry ! We see what you see !!!! The piece is the most beautiful that I’ve seen. Please continue to do what you do, it is so encouraging your words spoke to my heart. And all the hard work and time that you put into creating, it could not have come out more perfect, keep your videos coming. We love it.
Yesterday is history, Tomorrow is your future, Today is your life, LIVE IT!!! I don't restore people furniture but I do dollhouse furniture on a much smaller scale. So every little thing I can learn is a great thing. Have a great day
Hi Barry, Great job on the dresser! By coincidence, I just began the restoration of an 8- drawer Cherokee Manufacturing Company mid-century dresser this morning that a friend gave me. Fortunately, the quite battered finish on it is shellac, so stripper, scrubbing with alcohol and light sanding is doing the job. I'm leaving the 60 years of life-inflicted dings and bumps to display its history, which pretty much match my own 82 years of bumps through life. As with all of my restorations, this one will be donated to a nonprofit for them to sell. Like you, I spent much of my life finding ways to give service, though rarely through an avocation that I enjoy as much as this one. Keep up the good work and the thoughtful dialog.
I don’t know you Barry, and yet, I love you. You help me with every video you produce. You don’t JUST restore furniture, you serve life lessons with a heavy side of humility. Thank you for who you are and what you do.
Hey Barry! 25+ years as a nurse. Yes, we've seen a lot. I've been working from home doing some of our hospital's data for the last 5 years. These days i help people by leaving encouraging comments on their YT channels 😊😂 Thank you for the unique talents and information you bring to my world!! ❤ You are truly a gem!!!
Im not happy that there is no sponsor. You deserve sponsorship! The few moments of you talking us through the product is not a big deal. You do a lot of free teaching and community service. I find your content useful and soothing.❤😊
I love your messages with each video. This dresser is beautiful and doesn’t need fancy staging to see that and the care you put into it. I’m a RN of 20 years. I started my furniture journey 6 months ago and find both rewarding. One no more so than the other. Thank you for putting your heart and soul in your work. Whatever it may be 😊
Fifteen bucks! WOW! That was a bargain! The drawers, when pulled out, showed this was very well made and the lovely colour of the wood was pleasing. I thought the huge handles were all wrong for it tho. That globules of removed paint always makes me think about the stuff “man” makes that will stay in the earth forever. (Maybe one day they’ll invent a “green” paint.)My goodness! There was soooo much work to do! And yes, it did turn out a very dark colour!. my, my, the many, many tools you accumulate, in soooo many drawers! But I always watch your videos because I love your ethics! So considerate and understanding of the world and it’s complexities! Barry….you’re the best!😊❤️🇦🇺🦘
That dresser is beautiful and I love the color. I also worked in the medical field. Loved my job. Felt fulfilled. Then had a major illness that left me disabled. My husband and I went to a junk store one day and saw a dilapidated armoire. It was a mess. My husband said “I believe in you. You see beauty”. I worked and worked. Is it perfect? No. Neither am I. But that armoire has spent the last 19yrs in our bedroom and I love it. Now if I could just figure out how to fix a drawer on a dresser I messed up😂. The back came off and I glued it back on. Taped the edges and used a strap to hold it tight. Guess I tightened the strap too much bc the sides bowed a bit and the drawer won’t fit in now. Idk how to get the glue off.
Another stunning restoration Barry, you never disappoint. Your closing statement was so moving, I'm compelled to remark. We are, as human beings, and by design from our creator wired to be compassionate and to serve others...to a point. Sounds like you more than served your time in the "trenches" giving back to others. (Anyone who's worked in Healthcare knows.) Please know that although your place of employment may have changed, (not nearly as sterile 😅), you're most definitely still in service to others. I've lost track of the number of times you've put a smile on my face, or touched my heart and soul with both your talent for furniture restoration and more importantly your gift for touching one heart with your story telling ability. As mother, and furniture restorer I am compelled to encourage you to keep doing what you obviously love and are so very good at. You give me hope in the future in more ways than you could imagine. Your service to people like me is needed now more than ever. Keep the stories and saved furnitur coming. Sent with love and much respect from a fellow Wiscosinite.
This piece came out so beautifully! I like the slightly darker stain, and those drawer pulls and the legs definitely have the futuristic look of many MCM pieces. The paint seemed to be pretty well done, but you resurrected this piece. I love your videos, and your narration helps me to understand the steps you take as you process the pieces that you restore. You’re still helping people by taking us out of our world and ushering us into yours. I’m always excited to hear that something was made in Pennsylvania! I’ve lived my entire life within three counties in central Pennsylvania, and I love to see something that started out in my state restored or refurbished to extend its useful life. OK, here’s my guess about the history of this piece. A young family bought it, used, for their son’s nursery. They couldn’t afford pieces that already matched, so they bought paint and painted it all the same shade of baby blue. Some might call it tacky, but I think it’s an attempt to make the best of what they could afford.
Barry I watched the video. Every second of it. Yet I can hardly believe that horrible blue mess you started on turned into that gorgeous dresser!! I would love to own it. At first I thought it was junk. But now I think it was just mistreated. Thank you for restoring its beauty. And for your channel. 💖
Barry, you are such a wonderful human. I’m so, so grateful that you share your thoughts and furniture restorations with us. We’re so lucky to have you.
This video is awesome. The research done to find the origin makes watching more interest. by the way I’m a 73 year old grandma. I grew up in Philadelphia PA. My older brother was furniture maker for big manufacturer. He would bring home furniture of all types. He made our Mom a drop leaf table made of mahogany. It was beautiful. I was 10 yrs old. We had table under my Moms death. I had to settle stuff left in the house. I gave the table to one of my other brothers. It travel from Philadelphia to california. He got rid of it a few years ago. My brothe that’s a maker is now 94 yrs old. You won’t believe this but he still works in furniture factory in Philadelphia. He puts together nuts and bolts packs and any other accessories needed. Sorry this is long I wanted you to know I love what you do. Great job on the dresser. I live California now talk to my brother every week
Hi Barry. Mike J from Hollywood. I think you did an amazing job. Don’t be so hard on yourself. You do great work. Great piece of furniture and amazing job. I don’t think it’s too dark. Think it looks perfect !
You stage quite well Barry. Your piece looks great. Sometimes people don't understand that everything we do for others is an act of love either by taking care of their well being or just by saving a piece of someone's history.
I love the feet on this! I dont think ive ever seen them on a piece of furniture before. It looks beautiful. Well done Barry xx from Suffolk, England xx
Bravo Barry 🎉❤Incredible piece of work👏👏👏Your video was inspiring and your organizational skills are unequaled! You’re a very patient man to go through every step of restoration necessary to produce such a masterpiece! Well done ❤
First owners: The Jetsons !!! lol The dresser certainly was futuristic in design. The transformation was indeed amazing. You sir, did a wonderful job!!
Barry; you’re one of the good guys. Your work is so professionally done and your thinking is so right on. One of the reasons we are all here is to help people in any way we can. It doesn’t matter whether it’s small or big. The joy of helping someone is a gift for yourself and the recipient. A win, win. Carol from California
Absolutely beautiful Barry. A labor of love is required for renovating something old instead of always buying new. Passing these pieces of furniture to family and friends leave a mark on society that is positive and leaves our own blueprint of caring.
I used to do alot of furniture restoration. People just love to paint old furniture. The worst one for me was a Serpentine Hat Box Tall Chest. It was painted a royal-ish blue. Now that was easy to come off as it had been painted ON the varnish. It was the white paint that was painted on the inside that drove me nuts. It took quite a while for me to get happy with it as I am a perfectionist. That might have been the last painted piece I did. It was a real "booger" but it sits in our bedroom with my matching dresser that I had to take apart and re-glue. I finished them with a hand rubbed Tung oil finish. ✌🏻♥️
Gosh, people say stupid things. As you know, most people who make mean, thoughtless, and belittling comments are only trying to make themselves feel better. My admiration for furniture refinishers like you is more aimed towards your patience, determination, and passion for your craft. Anyone can learn the necessary skills, but without the abovementioned qualities, the final results will always look half-hearted. Those qualities also translate to everyday life, and I constantly struggle with them, or I should say, a lack of them. People like you are role models for me, so keep doing what you're doing.
Breathtaking. You are using your God given talent, Barry, and you are helping us viewers in so many ways. I hope you keep “just fixing old furniture” for years to come.
Beautiful way to start my Sunday. B you only worry about what you focus on. Anyone can live a miserable life and call it beautiful because they believed it was. Any way you decide to live your life will ultimately only be judge by you. We need sponsors for you B
Barry, to reduce what you do by saying “you just fix furniture “ is a huge disservice to your work. At best it’s an understatement. You do more than fix or even restore. You tell the story behind the pieces, connect with your viewers, remain open to learning, and share honestly(good or bad) how the project went. You are an inspiration to so many with what you do. Keep up the great work!
the amazon store link is very helpful! in the future, i might try working on old furniture here and there. the process is so calming and fascinating to watch :) it’s also great hearing whatever philosophical life things you wanna talk about during your videos! i like them and it feels like sitting down with someone on a porch and enjoying the breeze while they talk about their experiences. and i loved the jetsons photos lol. it really does fit in quite well XD
Hi, I think you did a wonderful job on the dresser! Please keep old furniture out of the landfill. You will provide someone with a truly functional piece of furniture.👍
What a lovely finish both in the refinished piece and the story. Always a joy to visit you in your shop, hear your stories and see the wonderful work you do. You are still helping and healing people Barry as you say it’s just a different platform than when you started that journey. Thank you for taking us with you!
Amazing work Barry. I know a lot of paint scraping, scrubbing, and picking isn't even in the video, it takes a lot of time and patience to restore these pieces. I respect your work put into the furniture and the video. Looking forward to the next one - Jamie
Although this Painted Dresser didn't turn out the way I had hoped, I am still grateful for the opportunity to continue sharing my experiences with you. Thank you for all your support. See you again this week! Barry
I think that is one of the most beautiful pieces you’ve done. Your videos give me life. Thank you Barry. Keep being you, it’s enough. ❤
I actually really love the dark color. It looks so rich and warm.
Barry, comments like, you only redo furniture, is ignorant. Your stories show your love of history and the people that the pieces once belonged to. The history they carry with them, if only they could talk. God bless you.
Oh my...it's so classy! You did a great job.
This piece is unique!
I would love to have it in my home.
You did a wonderful renovation.
WOW! That piece came out looking spectacular. I love the color of that stain.
Don't be mistaken, Barry - you are still helping people. I find your gentle, soothing voice, and moments of philosophy to be very relaxing and I look forward to your videos. I also learn from you all the time. Thank you.
Agree on all points! What a comfort it is to listen to you, Barry! ❤❤❤
I am 65 and lost my only child 10 yrs ago to suicide when he returned from Army. Your video help me to not get lost in my head. I found your voice is soothing to my soul. So remember that you never loose empathy you are just channeling it differently. Thank you.
I hope your okay! Dont give up
I’m sorry for your loss. 🤗
“We are all here to serve one another”
If only we all took this to heart. What a different world it could be
Barry, I suffer from anxiety. Often, I wake up in the middle of the night unable to get back to sleep. Tonight was one of those nights. I was on the verge of a full blown panic attack. So I took my meds and turned on your video. Your calming voice, story telling, and soothing video was as if you were holding my hand until the meds kicked in. Your videos work in a way you may not expect. For me, tonight you gave me healthcare. Thank you.
I love the final result. It's got a warm and inviting feel to it. You do more than "fixing old furniture": you restore beauty and purpose that otherwise would have been lost. Thanks for sharing!
Ohh, you're still helping people, Barry, don't you doubt that, my friend x
I love how the piece turned out. And I really appreciate the WISDOM you shared at the end of the video. It reminded me of a retired Navy captain that I used to work with, who eventually became a school bus driver. Many would have said that he had taken a big step down. But his experience in the Navy and service to school kids could not have been more valuable.
Hey, Barry. I'm with all the other folks who want to affirm that you are still helping, because you walk through the world with the heart of a servant. I just retired from almost four decades in healthcare, and one of the great blessings of watching and listening to you is that you chose to leave healthcare, which was a way to care for yourself. When we put ourselves at the top of the list of people we care for, our hearts become more available to us and everyone else, and that shines through in both large and small ways in all of our encounters and endeavors. Thank you, Barry.
Yup. That dresser is Mid Century Modern. Just like me. You did a beautiful job with it and the slightly darker stain is in keeping with the original design. You can be proud of that one. Baby, take a bow.
This is a beautiful piece of furniture. You did such a great job restoring it! I really enjoy the bits of history you share in your videos. I also appreciate the philosophizing that accompanies your work. Thank you!!
Barry, just listening to your videos brings me a peace that is priceless. We all make decisions in life that others don’t understand, that’s ok.
It took me a long time to realize that, but I’m here now, living peacefully with my decisions.
Thank you for who you are and what you do. It’s beautiful.
♥️👍🙏
Barry, it's important to remember that you still help people, just in a different way now. Your videos are calming and relaxing and I often play them when working on my own projects, often I just listen to the calming tone of your videos. It helps me relax and I'm sure there's thousands more people who do exactly the same. The world needs people like you doing stuff like this to provide an oasis of calm in a hectic world. You made the right decision for you and that's what matters most. If people judge you based on what you do for a living rather than the content of your character, then they are shallow and missing out or great friendships.
Barry I love the way you “fix furniture” and don’t sell yourself short your staging is actually quite good. I am in complete agreement we are all here to help one another with whatever skills we possess and listening to you tell the story of a piece and how you will restore it to its former glory in your gentle voice is a kind of therapy in itself. Btw I really like the darker stain it gives it a deeper richer look. Thanks and God bless.
I like the darker stain. Adds a richness to it.
Awesome job Barry. Love the color. And you are still helping people - we all tune in to watch you work and hear the amazing stories you relate in you beautifully soothing voice.
What I love about you is how real you are and how emotionally intelligent you are,keep being your wonderful authentic self Barry.
Yes! What a wonderful, sensitive guy!
That turned from a piece that would be looked over without regret to a beautiful designer one. Just seeing that transformation makes one think about the potential beauty in all. And that helps a lot of people, me included.
First off, I want to say _Thank You_ for what you do, and for what you have done! You do much more than "just fix old furniture", especially with the pieces of which you know their history and who owned them. In many of your videos, you have allowed a legacy to continue, and that is priceless! That dresser might not have come out as light as you wanted, but I really like the stain you used on it. It has a glow that a lighter stain wouldn't be able to provide. Another phenomenal restoration!
Barry, This dresser has such a rich finish and is a distinctive piece worthy of praise. I love the stories you bring us with these rescues, which make me feel that the world is a better place.
Its gorgeous Barry..dont ever doubt your talent and hard work...
When my boy was little (he's 43 now) whenever the Jetsons came on, he would yell Mom your favorite family of the future is on!! Sweet funny memory.
I know exactly what you mean, as a nurse myself. But, Barry--helping people see beauty in pieces that would have been discarded is also invaluable. I think in today's society we don't stop nearly enough to create or appreciate something truly beautiful. I know the dresser didn't turn out the way you thought, but I loved it just the way you transformed it. Thanks for sharing your craft & words with all of us, Barry! 💛
I was an RN for 35 years (not always in direct patient care) and just recently retired. I love refinishing furniture now! It’s my new “job”. Love watching your videos!
Thank you for enriching my life.
And mine. I suffer from depression and anxiety but I find Barry’s voice calming and his philosophy endearingly supportive.
@@philomenahearn1717I have suffered from these problems as well. A book that really helped me was Telling Yourself the Truth by William Backus and Marie Chapian. It’s an older book, you might be able to borrow it from your local library, or interlibrary loan it. I wish you well and pray the Lord helps you. There is a happy life possible, I know because I used to be in your shoes for many years.
Your attention to detail is inspiring.
Another awesome video. I really like it that you remove the paint from furniture to restore it to former glory.
This dresser is beautiful. It may not be what you saw in your "mind's eye" but it IS beautiful nonetheless!
Regarding what you said about serving one another. A lady that I used to work with in the healthcare field, said that regardless of what we do in life... we're "waiting" on someone or something. At that point my view on what it is that I do for a living really doesn't matter as long as it pays me enough to keep a roof over my head. Service is service... so try to do it with a smile in your heart because it will show on your face! 🤗🥰
PS: You earned my subscription about 90k subscribers ago! You're almost to 100k... LET'S GO TEAM MCM! 👍
Barry, your stories help a lot of people! For me they make me think about my own life and focus on the good things that were part of it and be grateful. Anyone who says "you just fix old furniture" has never been creative. That's too bad because our creativity helps us be more compassionate, understanding, patient, caring and joyful.
Beautiful work. How anyone could have painted a beautiful piece like that is beyond me.
A great job once again.
I seem to remember reading about Michaelangelo who loved sculpting more than painting. I think he likened his process to removing the excess stone which revealed the statue which was buried within. You don't fix old furniture; you restore the beauty which has been buried under coats of paint. Always enjoy watching your work. Take care. Donna
You did a beautiful job it may not have turned out as you had envisioned but cut yourself some slack you did above and beyond with it and it really is lovely.
Your staging is lovely and again cut yourself some slack 😊
As someone who has had very serious mental health issues in the past (it is under control for now but I know that can change at anytime and I keep working on it) I always appreciate people like yourself because without you I never would have made it. Being the parent of special needs children is hard mentally (and physically) and add on other conditions it can be tiring so thank you for your original work with people and your work now which is another form of therapy and mindfulness for people like me 😊
Absolutely agree
I think it turned out beautiful. 20:21
Great result Barry.
Hi Barry, just earlier,I was telling my hubby that I was watching some soothing furniture restoration before I go to sleep. And believe me, you absolutely do help. Not only is it satisfying to watch a neglected piece come back to life again, but your stories and your soothing voice bring peace and happiness to lots of people. Thank you for all that you do. Love from Australia
Hi Barry, the dresser looks beautiful. The color is rich looking. Thank you for your service in the healthcare world. It takes a very special person to do that work. You are still helping others in other ways. Watching your channel brings us moments of peace and creativity. Your stories are wonderful to listen to with your soothing voice. Thank you. I enjoy your channel. Rock on and keep being who you are. Joyce ❤️🙏🇺🇸
That dresser is an unconventional beauty, Barry. I really like the strong masculine lines. It's clear that a lot of thought went into the design. It's also clear that you put a lot of thought into the restoration and the filming process. Thank you for your efforts.
Barry this piece is wonderful. I would have given up with all that paint. Don't be so hard on yourself please. You are now reaching more people than you ever could have one on one. Listening to your stories makes all of us consider our own humanity. I thank you for that. Now please carry on with your head held high.
I love the end result! It is very beautiful! But, what I love even more, is your words of wisdom and advice. They resonate with me and in small ways get me to move out of my comfort zone, even if just slightly. I always enjoy watching what you do, and listening to what you say.
Ugh. That blue. Thanks for refinishing this!
Thank you, Barry, for another video that reveals so much more than its sum content - it becomes a journey into your life. I'm always left with a lingering feeling of poignancy and resonant echoes that touch the soul. Again, thank you.
I could just watch your videos all day. They're just wonderful and you're a beautiful person inside and out!! 🙂
Wow beautiful!😍
I hear what you mean about serving people. Management needs to show recognition to ALL their staff, not just the staff they “click” with.
Keep doing what you do that’s what shines through, because you enjoy it. 👍⭐️
I absolutely love this dresser. I like the darker color.
Through you, Barry, I can remember how it was to find a gem hidden beneath layers of abuse, paint and dirt. I always felt that whatever I did was a personal journey to make one thing at a time, better. I couldn't do what my hearts desire was, but this craft helped me to accept myself for what I was doing at the time. When I watch you and listen to you, I get it. There is so much satisfaction in the work you do. I am old now, but I still remember that feeling of accomplishment. Just wish UA-cam existed back then. Thank You for sharing your video.
Hi Barry ! We see what you see !!!! The piece is the most beautiful that I’ve seen. Please continue to do what you do, it is so encouraging your words spoke to my heart. And all the hard work and time that you put into creating, it could not have come out more perfect, keep your videos coming. We love it.
Yesterday is history,
Tomorrow is your future,
Today is your life,
LIVE IT!!!
I don't restore people furniture but I do dollhouse furniture on a much smaller scale. So every little thing I can learn is a great thing. Have a great day
Hi Barry, Great job on the dresser! By coincidence, I just began the restoration of an 8- drawer Cherokee Manufacturing Company mid-century dresser this morning that a friend gave me. Fortunately, the quite battered finish on it is shellac, so stripper, scrubbing with alcohol and light sanding is doing the job. I'm leaving the 60 years of life-inflicted dings and bumps to display its history, which pretty much match my own 82 years of bumps through life. As with all of my restorations, this one will be donated to a nonprofit for them to sell. Like you, I spent much of my life finding ways to give service, though rarely through an avocation that I enjoy as much as this one. Keep up the good work and the thoughtful dialog.
I don’t know you Barry, and yet, I love you. You help me with every video you produce. You don’t JUST restore furniture, you serve life lessons with a heavy side of humility. Thank you for who you are and what you do.
Hey Barry! 25+ years as a nurse. Yes, we've seen a lot. I've been working from home doing some of our hospital's data for the last 5 years. These days i help people by leaving encouraging comments on their YT channels 😊😂 Thank you for the unique talents and information you bring to my world!! ❤ You are truly a gem!!!
Im not happy that there is no sponsor. You deserve sponsorship! The few moments of you talking us through the product is not a big deal. You do a lot of free teaching and community service. I find your content useful and soothing.❤😊
I love your messages with each video. This dresser is beautiful and doesn’t need fancy staging to see that and the care you put into it. I’m a RN of 20 years. I started my furniture journey 6 months ago and find both rewarding. One no more so than the other. Thank you for putting your heart and soul in your work. Whatever it may be 😊
Fifteen bucks! WOW! That was a bargain! The drawers, when pulled out, showed this was very well made and the lovely colour of the wood was pleasing. I thought the huge handles were all wrong for it tho. That globules of removed paint always makes me think about the stuff “man” makes that will stay in the earth forever. (Maybe one day they’ll invent a “green” paint.)My goodness! There was soooo much work to do! And yes, it did turn out a very dark colour!. my, my, the many, many tools you accumulate, in soooo many drawers! But I always watch your videos because I love your ethics! So considerate and understanding of the world and it’s complexities! Barry….you’re the best!😊❤️🇦🇺🦘
That dresser is beautiful and I love the color.
I also worked in the medical field. Loved my job. Felt fulfilled. Then had a major illness that left me disabled. My husband and I went to a junk store one day and saw a dilapidated armoire. It was a mess. My husband said “I believe in you. You see beauty”. I worked and worked. Is it perfect? No. Neither am I. But that armoire has spent the last 19yrs in our bedroom and I love it.
Now if I could just figure out how to fix a drawer on a dresser I messed up😂. The back came off and I glued it back on. Taped the edges and used a strap to hold it tight. Guess I tightened the strap too much bc the sides bowed a bit and the drawer won’t fit in now. Idk how to get the glue off.
Another stunning restoration Barry, you never disappoint. Your closing statement was so moving, I'm compelled to remark. We are, as human beings, and by design from our creator wired to be compassionate and to serve others...to a point. Sounds like you more than served your time in the "trenches" giving back to others. (Anyone who's worked in Healthcare knows.) Please know that although your place of employment may have changed, (not nearly as sterile 😅), you're most definitely still in service to others. I've lost track of the number of times you've put a smile on my face, or touched my heart and soul with both your talent for furniture restoration and more importantly your gift for touching one heart with your story telling ability. As mother, and furniture restorer I am compelled to encourage you to keep doing what you obviously love and are so very good at. You give me hope in the future in more ways than you could imagine. Your service to people like me is needed now more than ever. Keep the stories and saved furnitur coming.
Sent with love and much respect from a fellow Wiscosinite.
This piece came out so beautifully! I like the slightly darker stain, and those drawer pulls and the legs definitely have the futuristic look of many MCM pieces. The paint seemed to be pretty well done, but you resurrected this piece.
I love your videos, and your narration helps me to understand the steps you take as you process the pieces that you restore. You’re still helping people by taking us out of our world and ushering us into yours.
I’m always excited to hear that something was made in Pennsylvania! I’ve lived my entire life within three counties in central Pennsylvania, and I love to see something that started out in my state restored or refurbished to extend its useful life.
OK, here’s my guess about the history of this piece. A young family bought it, used, for their son’s nursery. They couldn’t afford pieces that already matched, so they bought paint and painted it all the same shade of baby blue. Some might call it tacky, but I think it’s an attempt to make the best of what they could afford.
Barry I watched the video. Every second of it. Yet I can hardly believe that horrible blue mess you started on turned into that gorgeous dresser!! I would love to own it. At first I thought it was junk. But now I think it was just mistreated. Thank you for restoring its beauty. And for your channel. 💖
"Sometimes things need to be broken before they can be repaired." That hit home on so many levels. Thank you.
Love this
Barry, you are such a wonderful human. I’m so, so grateful that you share your thoughts and furniture restorations with us. We’re so lucky to have you.
This video is awesome. The research done to find the origin makes watching more interest. by the way I’m a 73 year old grandma. I grew up in Philadelphia PA. My older brother was furniture maker for big manufacturer. He would bring home furniture of all types. He made our Mom a drop leaf table made of mahogany. It was beautiful. I was 10 yrs old. We had table under my Moms death. I had to settle stuff left in the house. I gave the table to one of my other brothers. It travel from Philadelphia to california. He got rid of it a few years ago.
My brothe that’s a maker is now 94 yrs old. You won’t believe this but he still works in furniture factory in Philadelphia. He puts together nuts and bolts packs and any other accessories needed. Sorry this is long I wanted you to know I love what you do. Great job on the dresser. I live California now talk to my brother every week
Hi Barry. Mike J from Hollywood. I think you did an amazing job. Don’t be so hard on yourself. You do great work. Great piece of furniture and amazing job. I don’t think it’s too dark. Think it looks perfect !
I loved your reference to "The Jetson's." That's my generation. You truly are an old soul.
Haha
Nice job restoring the dresser! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
The clip of the Jetson’s cartoon characters had me smiling!😊
You’re still helping people!Thank you!❤🫶🏻
Glad you liked the Jetson’s clip! 😊
You stage quite well Barry. Your piece looks great. Sometimes people don't understand that everything we do for others is an act of love either by taking care of their well being or just by saving a piece of someone's history.
Absolutely Beautiful ❤ We love your stories and the way you look at life. May God always bless you in your journeys.
That turned out beautiful! Thank you so much for the additional tip and tricks throughout the video.
I love the feet on this! I dont think ive ever seen them on a piece of furniture before.
It looks beautiful. Well done Barry xx from Suffolk, England xx
Thank you for saving her and making her beautiful again Barry.
Bravo Barry 🎉❤Incredible piece of work👏👏👏Your video was inspiring and your organizational skills are unequaled! You’re a very patient man to go through every step of restoration necessary to produce such a masterpiece! Well done ❤
Thank you so much
First owners: The Jetsons !!! lol The dresser certainly was futuristic in design. The transformation was indeed amazing. You sir, did a wonderful job!!
Barry; you’re one of the good guys. Your work is so professionally done and your thinking is so right on. One of the reasons we are all here is to help people in any way we can. It doesn’t matter whether it’s small or big. The joy of helping someone is a gift for yourself and the recipient. A win, win. Carol from California
the tape pattern for new veneer piece...awesome idea!!!
Absolutely beautiful Barry. A labor of love is required for renovating something old instead of always buying new. Passing these pieces of furniture to family and friends leave a mark on society that is positive and leaves our own blueprint of caring.
Thank you!
I used to do alot of furniture restoration. People just love to paint old furniture. The worst one for me was a Serpentine Hat Box Tall Chest. It was painted a royal-ish blue. Now that was easy to come off as it had been painted ON the varnish. It was the white paint that was painted on the inside that drove me nuts. It took quite a while for me to get happy with it as I am a perfectionist. That might have been the last painted piece I did. It was a real "booger" but it sits in our bedroom with my matching dresser that I had to take apart and re-glue. I finished them with a hand rubbed Tung oil finish. ✌🏻♥️
Gosh, people say stupid things. As you know, most people who make mean, thoughtless, and belittling comments are only trying to make themselves feel better.
My admiration for furniture refinishers like you is more aimed towards your patience, determination, and passion for your craft. Anyone can learn the necessary skills, but without the abovementioned qualities, the final results will always look half-hearted. Those qualities also translate to everyday life, and I constantly struggle with them, or I should say, a lack of them. People like you are role models for me, so keep doing what you're doing.
It definitely looks like a MCM dresser with the shape of those drawer pulls. Beautiful job -thank you!
Beautiful! Just beautiful!
The end result looks great. I’d be proud of this if I could ever get cool design results too! I can’t imagine making so many repairs to the veneer. 🎉
Wow! You do amazing work! ❤️🇺🇸
Thank you so much!
Another gorgeous restoration! ❤
What a great transformation and story❤
Excellent work my friend.
Oh, it's beautiful! It's not "awkwardly staged" it's so pretty! I love it.
Thank you! 😊
Great thoughts at the end. ❤
The Jetsons! Perfect!! Haha I love how the dresser turned out. I love the legs and drawer pulls, very cool.
Great work! I appreciated and shared your thoughts. Blessings!❤
Breathtaking. You are using your God given talent, Barry, and you are helping us viewers in so many ways. I hope you keep “just fixing old furniture” for years to come.
It is such a good color! Looks beautiful!
Beautiful way to start my Sunday. B you only worry about what you focus on. Anyone can live a miserable life and call it beautiful because they believed it was. Any way you decide to live your life will ultimately only be judge by you. We need sponsors for you B
Thank you so much for this feedback!
Barry, to reduce what you do by saying “you just fix furniture “ is a huge disservice to your work. At best it’s an understatement. You do more than fix or even restore. You tell the story behind the pieces, connect with your viewers, remain open to learning, and share honestly(good or bad) how the project went. You are an inspiration to so many with what you do. Keep up the great work!
That's the perfect color. It's exactly the color I think of for mid century modern pieces.
Thank you
Lean in & Lusten to me Barry, your staging of your creations is GREAT! ❤ Dresser is wonderful! Congratulations 🎉
the amazon store link is very helpful! in the future, i might try working on old furniture here and there. the process is so calming and fascinating to watch :) it’s also great hearing whatever philosophical life things you wanna talk about during your videos! i like them and it feels like sitting down with someone on a porch and enjoying the breeze while they talk about their experiences.
and i loved the jetsons photos lol. it really does fit in quite well XD
I think you should give yourself more credit on the staging, I always enjoy seeing your brass collection 😅
Hi, I think you did a wonderful job on the dresser! Please keep old furniture out of the landfill. You will provide someone with a truly functional piece of furniture.👍
Thank you so much
Looks beautiful!
Beautifully done!!!❤
Well done my friend
What a lovely finish both in the refinished piece and the story. Always a joy to visit you in your shop, hear your stories and see the wonderful work you do. You are still helping and healing people Barry as you say it’s just a different platform than when you started that journey. Thank you for taking us with you!
Thank you 😊
Amazing work Barry. I know a lot of paint scraping, scrubbing, and picking isn't even in the video, it takes a lot of time and patience to restore these pieces. I respect your work put into the furniture and the video. Looking forward to the next one - Jamie