I FOUND a BARBIE DRESSER and RESTORED it...
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2023
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I spent $40 on this painted BARBIE dresser, then restored it.
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Unlike other painted furniture we have seen on this channel and others, whoever painted this one did a really good job.
I agree. I was surprised by the quality of the paint and vinyl Barbie makeover and pleased by the restoration. Well done.
Yeah, it’s not for everyone but I’d definitely put the “before” in my kid’s room
Sarcasm? Hope so!
Yeah, the before actually didn't look too bad, but seeing it back in it's original state was still nice to see though.
That paint job makes me want to eat a whole box of Good & Plenty candies.
Looks like I’m in the minority here, as I thought that it was a relatively well-done Barbie-themed makeover. I’ve seen a lot worse! 😂 I am sure that whatever little girl had that dresser enjoyed it a great deal. Someone else might have enjoyed it in that condition for a while yet, given the Barbie-mania this summer!
Still, as always you did a lovely job restoring it to its natural wood condition. Especially all those painted grooves! I would have given up in despair for sure.
No need to apologize for the cricket sounds. It’s actually lovely to think you have that nature there while you work. It underscores how peaceful the work can be.
Thanks for sharing, as always.
Yeah the before was definitely not badly done! Still a lovely transformation though
Sorry....but UGHHH!
Chances are, it was made for a grown woman. Or at least a teenager. It's a little too 'glam' for a little girl.
Ditto
I think that the reason these older wood dressers and chests are not in demand is because they are usually in shabby, fixer upper, worn out condition. Most people do not want to do the work to bring them back and, unfortunately, the hours put into fixing them does not yield enough profit. So it has to be a labor of love for whomever decides to make them beautiful again.
Dear Barry! You are so loved my man! Your honesty, integrity and humility are a true testament to your genuine humanity. We are so blessed that you share yourself and your work with us! Thanks, George from Florida
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you know, for a barbie repaint. it's actually not that badly done. i could see someone's daughter loving to get that as a gift
Beautifully done! It looks like the dresser is breathing a sigh of relief. It has an understated elegance that would fit into any decor. Enjoyed the process 👍
Thank you so much!
I dont know why you say that Barbie dresser has no resale value as I would certainly buy it xxx beautiful job, Barrie ❤
Thank you!
Barbie should be proud to have this in her dream house!
Haha
The before is so so beautiful! They did a great job painting it. Sad to see it go but still beautiful! Great job! I just really dislike how people are calling it ugly. It’s not, lots of people would like the before as well.
Yes thank you
A mug of coffee, a bar of my favourite chocolate and an episode of Mad City Modern. What more could you ask for?
Another awesome video Barry. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏
This made me smile
Sounds like you know how to live well @Cutler65!
Barry, words can’t express how much I enjoyed this restoration.
Yes I found the Barbie👍 and I loved the cricket noise!
I found it hilarious that just over a year ago I actually watched a man “restore” a dresser using nearly the exact same colours including the Barbie motif! (I wonder if it was the same piece)?🤔😂
Anyway, I am especially fond of your calm narration and exquisite editing.
I live for the close ups and you never disappoint.
Thank you once again for sharing your passion with us all .
This is a day and night transformation. The Barbie theme was cute, but you’ve restored this piece to its original glory.
I like the cricket ambience. Great work on the dresser!
It turned on beautiful / handsome even. Whoever ends up with it is a very lucky person. 👍🏻
Thank you
Oh Barry, that first pass of taking pink paint gave me chills! Great job! Again, your attention to detail puts you way above. This educational piece, as you called it, can sell!
Thank you so much 😀
You might know all the imperfections that are still on the piece, but I think it turned out beautiful. I would definitely display this piece in my house. I would use it for linens.
Thank you so much
i never would have expected a furniture cleanup video to have such relaxing music, that with your little cricket buddy made it so much better
😊 thank you
Barbie Dresser aka Good & Plenty Candy Dresser. Some little girl loved it....for awhile. Great job. I hope folks like you cause a revival in antiques.
Your appreciation for all things beautiful makes your channel special. Thank you for having one of the best channels on the internet.
So nice of you
I think I saw Barbie reflected in the mirror from the wall with the posters. You did the best you could and it looks great. I think it’s a great neutral brown suitable for most homes. I wouldn’t have ever looked at the Barbie dresser and said,now I want that for my kid. 😮 But now i see something I would definitely want for my home! 😊
You undersell yourself. You did a good job restoring this sturdy piece, making it usable by a much wider spectrum of customers.
I notice you have a lot of vintage/retro items in your workshop: typewriter, cassette player/tuner, analog tv/VCR combo, double cassette boom box player; these items for me brings back so many memories!
Nice job! Came from a family of Master Carpenters and cabinet makers,antique furniture refinishers,artists and decorators and at 72 have done my share of finding jewels on the side of the road and refinishing them so I appreciate the work you put in. Kudos!!
Barry, as usual, a phenomenal job restoring this dresser! You changed a ruin into a masterpiece! I've no idea where, or to whom, you plan to donate it, but that piece would work fabulously in a foyer to store sweaters, coats, gloves, etc. and the mirror to "check yourself out" before leaving, in a dining room as a buffet, or, as it was originally meant, in a bedroom. Astounding transformation! You've given it back its pride!
That was a barbie nightmare. I love the end result and can't believe someone painted it.
Hey Barry, so glad you are BACK!! You have been missed and this was another great episode. The end result is very beautiful, elegant and understated. I love the cricket sounds in the background. Hi from Toronto!
Oh my goodness, Barry. She’s a beauty! Your vision for a piece and skill set has really expanded. You’re so humble…one of the reasons I subscribed- so like-able and honest. Your patience with the work some these pieces take in amazing. I’m a forever fan.
For me there can be a place for painting furniture. I know some that the materials its made from mean a restoration is not feasible but if a bit of paint means it lives on away from the dump (landfill) then that is a better option.
For those like this that can be restored with a bit of imagination and skill then heck no leave the paint in the tin.
Looked amazing once you had finished it.
I would also say that for awhile that Barbie style made a little girl very happy I am sure so while not something I would do maybe the person that did that did not have the skill needed and this was something within their scope.
Never judge someone's work without knowing the reason behind it.
Enjoyed reading this
I think the Barbie makeover was appropriate for the time period in which it was made over, where wood was considered extremely boring. Just as I think now it's appropriate to get it off and let the mahogany glow through!
I’m still 😮 that it was taped, not painted! Well done you😎
Barry, don’t apologize so much. I did it my entire life and it undermined me. Not just at work but in life. It’s a desire for unobtainable perfection. Sorry to lecture but you do too good of work. Plus you share your knowledge. I especially love the history pieces. If they restored shop pieces like this could be done by students and either kept or donated. 22:57
Barry you’re back! I was so excited to see a new posting. I have watched and rewatched every post I can find of yours.
I’ve always loved vintage and antique pieces. Every day an old piece of furniture or a lamp or tool gets restored is a great day. Thank you for making so many great days. 😊
I've since released some older videos
Hi Barry. I think that piece turned out beautiful. It was a lot of work removing all that paint. Gotta have the patients of a Saint to do all that. And you Sir exude patience. Your videos are so calming and relaxing to watch. Love your channel💕
Ooak is an acronym for One Of A Kind
It looks SO much better when you finished!!
I love the way it turned out! Remember to always rinse off the oxolic acid… when it is dried if it gets into the air it can really damage your throat and lungs!
I think in the end the piece looked terrific. You do amazing work.
The barbie paint was actually hella cool
abswolutely
I understand we all like different looks in furniture, painted or bare wood… but l have to say, it’s a glorious site to see when you breathe new life into these old wood pieces. In my view, you always do such a wonderful job with the challenges you face in your projects.
Barry, this dresser turned out beautifully. I tend to like a satin finish on most all wood furniture, just a personal choice. I tend to think with a hint of shine to the finish, it brings out more of the beauty of the wood grain. Well done!
Great feedback
If you think that finish is just alright, I can't imagine what your excellent pieces look like! 😂 I love the grey/brown stain combo!
You did a fabulous job. I love the older pieces and you did this one justice. I would be proud to own it.
Amazing job Barry...you gave this piece of furniture back it's dignity...I don't think anyone should ever paint mahogany..soothing music and your calming voice made a video to watch so enjoyably...thank you again sir
This really means so much
Good to see you again Barry 😊
I can relate to your three categories too.
Sneaky trick with the Barbie 😅
I too have a cricket in my shop that keeps me company when I'm working in the evenings 🦗🦗🦗🦗
Love watching all of your content. Keep it coming brother!
One of my favorite comments
Would be proud to have this in my house 🇬🇧😁❤️
Thank you
We missed you!! Glad to see our favorite furniture refinisher-storyteller is back!
This means alot
It's a lovely piece that would look great in a child's bedroom in a farmhouse, where people appreciate wood but don't want to spend too much when the child is still young and liable to be a little rough on the piece. You've done a beautiful job.
I think the grey wash stain brought out the age of the piece without making it look tired or making it look too modern. In other words, I think it was a perfect choice here. (super thumbs=up)
This was another one of your remarkable restorations. Another UA-camr slaps a coat of paint on every piece of furniture that crosses her path then brags how much money she made. In the episode I watched, she bragged that you and she were friends. Thank you for restoring furniture.
Barry, this grey sitch surprised me, looks better than I thought it might.
Barry, you are the best! My parents had this same style of Hepplewhite furniture in their bedroom, and it’s awesome to see someone who appreciates the beautiful mahogany grain and all-wood construction details, such as the dovetailed drawers. Thanks for bringing this piece back to its former glory!
Incredible diligent work as always.
Thank you for “restoring” this piece! Love your attention to detail. Recently watched a person who was restoring a MCM dresser only to see her paint it again! That’s an hour I’ll never get back again!
These videos are so relaxing. Well done!
Sometimes you are too hard on yourself like in this piece. It turned out beautifully and I'm sure anyone of your viewers would be proud to own it. Glad to have you back and hope to be seeing that green dresser soon. Beat wishes to you Barry.
Thank you so much!
I love your attitude to painted furniture. If it meant someone kept a piece for longer and didn't send it to landfill, then it's worthwhile painting. It is lovely to see them restored though.
It looks very nice in the end 😃
though I actually think the Barbie paint job looked pretty well done and definitely would’ve wanted it when I was 13
Your skills and patience amazes me.
Sometimes I can’t believe how much work you’re willing to put into a project. You also put a lot of work into your filming, I can tell. Thank you for all that! I saw Barbie in the mirror reflection when you were stripping it.
This means so much
The dresser turned out beautiful. I saw the Barbie reflected in the mirror. I love the stories you tell.
Beautiful job Barry.
It always amazes me how much personality you can see in some pieces just by removing the paint. I mean the paint job was actually pretty good, but the natural wood just makes this piece so much more special to me. I've been watching these restorations and woodworking videos for a while now, and it's always incredible to see the beautiful wood color coming out from underneath all that paint. I like painted pieces as well, it just depends on the piece and the condition. You sir did an amazing job here, I love the final product and I'm loving your channel. Keep up the great work, and best wishes from Brazil!
❤❤❤❤ for a young young man , you appreciate old beauty, kudos!
I think that piece turned out very well.
What a great transformation!
Turned out much better than I thought it would...stunning
Thank you
You did a wonderful job giving that dresser back its respectability.
I think this dresser turned out beautifully. Well done.
Dear Barry, it turned out beautiful! I love the grey and brown finish that you put on it. Way to go!!!
You respected this piece of furniture. Thank you.
BRAVO!! BEAUTIFUL!! Well done my good man!
You always know how to bring forth hidden beauty, thank you, most lovely video :)
Thank you so much!
10:25-10:30 shows Barbie. Great job on the dresser ❤🎉👏🏻👍
Thank you 🤗
Holy cow! This is stunning. You saved this piece from the dumpster for sure!
I actually find cricket chirps very comforting. Coincidentally, I also find mid century furniture restoration extremely comforting as well! Lol!
Thank you for this
I had to rewatch to find the Barbie. Haha very clever way to "hide" her!😅😅
That ooak finish reminds me of an old wayple desk I used to have.
I like the way this came out. I think it looks regal and whoever buys it will be very happy. Good job, Barry!
I have always loved the sound of crickets.
Me too
You leaned in a little more modern than usual with the gray tone finish, Barry, and it turned out beautifully! I liked your technique of using a chisel to pry against when removing the staples from the back of the mirror. Those little tips and tricks are the kinds of things that you learn from a grandparent or parent, seem so obvious and you can't believe you didn't see it before.
Such great feedback as always
I think it looks wonderful. I would absolutely pay for this dresser. I love an older piece complete with whatever imperfections life has given it. I think it's what gives a piece it's character and individually.
I love how y’all restore a beat up piece of furniture to its former glory and at the end are like: “it’s far from being perfect” meanwhile the piece looks like it came directly from the set of The Crown series 😅😅😅
I simply love watching you work, Barry! You give me such a sense of calm and appreciation for your craft ❤
Another restoration that you showed your skill and talent. to answer your question about the diff projects you have, as a welder I work on project's that people order from me too but in my free time I make thing for my family or experiment and try things that Ive seen others do. so it seems that the type of projects may be a universal thing
Love your care and attention to detail. Always enjoy your videos!
I live in a part of the country where we don't have cricket noise so I find it pleasant and soothing.
I actually appreciate both the Barbie dresser and the restoration, the restoration is gorgeous look back to the original. However the Barbie dresser was clearly crafted with meticulousness and attention to detail, and was probably a piece that was actually commissioned rather than trying to just some amateur repaint a piece of furniture to fit a room.
Brought it back to life😊
It came out looking beautiful 😍
Thank you! 😊
So nice to see you back Barry. You’ve been missed!
You did such and amazing job on this piece! It’s beautiful
I'd be perfectly happy with that dresser, I think it is beautiful. You did a great job on it!
Thank you so much!
Great job Barry. You do transfer passion and love to each piece of furniture you restore. It is not a simply restoration but giving a second (perhaps more) chance to a glorious past. I appreciate your approach to life and respect to the environment. I hope your small atctivity will grow. Good life and luck !!! Debora
The cricket goes nicely with your music....very pleasant to listen to while we watch you work
Great job! BTW OOAK stands for One Of A Kind - a term used often in the world of doll collecting.
Thanks for the info!
Barry, I chuckled when you remarked about the cricket noises. There is a frog I've named 'Fred' who lives somewhere in my courtyard and scares me on a regular basis (it's his bulging eyes). I never know when or where he'll show up! lol! Crickets/frogs or not, it is enjoyable watching you restore these beauties; "Barbie" included! 🙂
I love this
Furnitures, like clothes, haircut or even body shapes fall out of fashion. Whether it is their color, fabric materials or function (this is more serious), every once in a while, they stopped being loved and wanted.
However, being out of fashion is like being fashionable: it never last.
What you did here is to preserve the chances of this dresser to go through its out of fashion period. With all the love you gave it and a little bit of luck, it will in a few years find someone who will praise it as the jewel it once was.
Thanks for that!
A big hello from France, M
I like the different shades of brown and grey in this - lovely work. I agree with you about keeping the wood looking as natural as possible. I've seen people put a dark stain on beautiful walnut - should be illegal!
I think that turned out very beautiful.