Recreating a Carved Piece for an Eastlake Table - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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- Опубліковано 7 жов 2024
- Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine fashions a replica of a part he received in the mail: a corner section of the apron to a Victorian table of the Eastlake style. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohns..., 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).
Tom, you never cease to amaze me. 😎
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Tom I really appreciate your hands on old school way mixed with modern machine use in doing certain projects. I was thinking in my limited space that tracing it and just hand carving would work for me. However you get such great results and precise cuts....I admire your workmanship every single time!!! Wow...
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Great job and welcome back! No need to minimize your carving skills. I've seen you carving in many of your videos and you do incredible work. The person who is restoring this table was lucky to have you working on his project. Best regards.
I agree with you completely . But you are also doing an amazing job. :) Greetings :)
Thanks! Best to you too!
Thanks! Greetings!
I'm astounded by your abilities to recreate and repair!! Amazing job!
Thanks! I'm amazed too!
Tom, next time you might think of taking a rubbing of the original carving and transfer it to the new piece, then use a dremel type tool with a cylindrical burr to carve the designs. I use this technique to copy mahjong tiles in bone and phenolic resin as well as the designs on the cases.
I don't know about Tom but I will try that for sure! Thanks for the tip.
Thanks, that's a good idea, I don't think to use my dremel more often
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New Thomas Johnson video? Now I know I'm going to have a good weekend
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Happy to see you back Tom. Great job as always. Ty for sharing.
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God, it's good to see you again, very glad that you are with us again, super!
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Yeah. Looks pretty good
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Yes!!!! We’ve missed your videos Tom!! Glad to see you back!!!!
Thank you!
Missed watching your videos...Actually put off Sunday Lunch(wife a bit peed off,) to watch this one...Thanks as always....rr
Thanks for watching, but to be late for lunch! I'm taking your wife's side on this one
Welcome back Tom. I don't believe Dremel reaming tools were around in Victorian times, so I think your approach on replicating what are obviously hand made markings, was the right one. Even if not a perfect match, ironically it is a perfect match. With a little distressing and final finishing, I suspect it would be difficult to tell them apart on the table. Great little video in which your skill on wood and colour selection were spot on, not forgetting the work involved in producing something that would fit on the table - that being your remit. Thank you again.
You're welcome! And yes, the fact that the original (if it was the original) was so crudely carved gave me hope that I could duplicate it well enough.
That video was a welcome surprise today. Thanks Tom! I thoroughly enjoy everything you do.
You're welcome!
Glad you're back. Great video!
Thank you!
Great to watch you at work Tom. Greetings from UK! BTW. I lived in Gorham for a while in the early 1970s; fond memories.
Thanks! From Gorham to England! Wow!
Nice. I am a carver and I confess it never occurred to me (l rarely do low relief incised lines) to run a gouge hard by a template in that manner, sort of like using a template with a router. Necessity is the mother of invention. Well done.
A small tip: when a line transitions along its length from wide to narrow, look closely and you'll likely notice that it likewise goes from deep to shallow. Start at the wide/deep end, dig the gouge in to get your width/depth, then push forward in a continuous sweeping motion from the shoulder that rises until you've come all the way out of the wood at the end of the line. Your carved line will narrow in a polished, fluid stroke, like calligraphy, as your gouge tip rises. All it takes is some self-confidence, like cutting glass.
Oh, and try laying off the sanding as much as possible. Crisp character lines make the carving stand out as bolder, with more authority. Sanded edges read as unsure and insecure.
Thanks! I could use some time with a real carver. I only "carve" something about once a year, each time is like the first
Excellent for someone that doesn't do much carving. Looks better than the original really!!
Thank you very much! I appreciate it!
Very enjoyable watching you recreate that small decorative piece. Your new videos are always the first I watch.
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Toujours un grand plaisir lorsque j'ai un courriel m'informant que vous avez mis en ligne un nouveau vidéo, et le plaisir est encore plus grand lors du visionnement avec vos commentaires instructifs! Félicitation encore un fois!
Merci!
Delighted to see a new video. It never seems to matter what the project, I always enjoy watching your work.
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I think it looks pretty good to see a new video . . . Thanks so much Tom . . . thanks for taking the time to share you expertise . . .
You're welcome!
I think you had fun on this one Tom! The piece looked great.
I did! Thanks!
Watching ur videos give me satisfaction .it motivates me that with dedication n patience , things can be restored.if I would be in USA I would be ur student.anyways good luck
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Looks pretty good.
Yes! Thank you!
I am so happy to see you back in here, i hope you are well to entertain us with your knowledge and talent again! :D
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You never cease to amaze me!
Thanks! (I'm continually surprised myself!)
Perfect little replica
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you have such a pleasant demeanor to learn from! I'm just recently getting into basic furniture restoration and its hard to stomach all the mistakes I make but trying to keep on pushing forward!
Thanks for watching. Yes, just keep trying. The secret is that if you make a mistake, redo it. That's how you learn, but like you said, keep pushing forward!
I think it looks real good. Enjoyed the video. Thanks and have a blessed day.
You're welcome! You too!
Thomas, your work is always beautiful! I love your videos.
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That was an excellent project! I really enjoyed watching you recreate that piece. Well done!
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Wonderful work. Glad to see you back.
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As always, well done.
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You been missed Thom!! fantastic as always!!
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Great delicate work Young Tom!!
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Great work as always! It's so relaxing watching your videos.
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Great job. Glad to see you back
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Welcome back Thomas...... Great vid thanks
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Can't get much closer than that. Looked great. Looking forward to more of your videos.
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Good to see you again sir. Excellent job as usual.
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I totally agree, the man has amazing skills !
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Good to see you back.
Thanks! Great to be back!
WELCOME BACK !!!!
Keep 'em coming!
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New fan! Love your videos. I really enjoy all the content, particularly the intros and endings with your cute animals. I have to say, the chickens are my favorite. Your animals appear to be so content and loved.
Thank you! Yes, I love animals, they keep you centered
Welcome back! Great to see you Tom :) As always amazing and precision job :) Warm hugs from Norway ;)
Thank you! I want to go to Norway!
Nice work as always Tom! Thanks for sharing the videos.😎👍JP
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You do fantastic work.
Thank you very much!
Welcome back. Missed you thanks for making our weekend!
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Great work on all those minute details!
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Fun to watch!
Great! I'm glad!
Incredible work !!:)
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Very nice , I have learned a lot from your videos ; thank you .
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Think it looks better than the original. Great job.
Thank you! 😊
This is by far my favorite UA-camr right now. Great videos, great teacher. Tom any chance we could get a products / supplies video? I see you use different brands / types of products.
Thanks! I should list the products and links on my website, I'll start working on that
keep posting I always learn from your skills.
Thanks! I hope to
Looks like Thomas and I follow the same rule on the table saw - if you cut a piece and it is loose on the table, do not reach for it until the blade reaches full stop.
Yes, good point! I've seen more injuries result from reaching over the spinning blade than on any other machine
That was a good mini project, Tom.
Thanks! Yes, I liked that too
Welcome back! Missed your videos.
Thanks! Glad to be back
Welcome back Tom
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Hey Tom, have you ever done a video on clamping ? The various types of clamps and their uses might very informative.
You have created specially shaped blocks of wood to aid clamping awkward angles, etc.
Sure enjoy each of your videos and always learn something new. Cheers from Laguna.
Hey Dean! That's a good idea, I'll think about it, maybe start making a list of all the clamps. Cheers back!
As always let it look easy to do. Nice to see a video agian.
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Thanks for posting, very interesting, enjoyed learning the process you used to duplicate the original.
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Annnnddd he’s back!!!! Yay!
Yes! Thank you!
Most excellent. Thank you.
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You are a master! Love you videos
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hi thomas good video that was very interesting 10/10 bob in the uk
Thanks! Hello to the UK!
Well done!!!
Thank you Judith!
Great job Tom! Jim
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Always like watching how you approach these restorations. Just a tip on your carving - sharpen your tools first. There are a lot of good videos on how to sharpen each carving tool. It was clear in this video that the tool was very dull.
Thanks! And you are correct. It's also not allowing enough time in the job for sharpening, which is part of the job. I'll check out those videos
I've been thinking you've been saying Restoration and Gourmet this whole time lol. Finally saw in the description it's Gorham, Maine
Thanks! I've been working on the pronunciation in the intro, not always succesfully
Emily Litella: "Oh, that's different. Never mind!"
Looks pretty good!
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Pretty good?! It looks really good, especially considering you don't have the piece it belongs to. Amazing.
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I think it looks pretty amazing....
Dave
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Definitely an artisan Tom.
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Genius! 💕
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Great job. Love your videos there is so much information..
They have really been a great help..
Do you ever restore any Hoosier / Sellers Cabinets ??
Thanks again Dave
I remember a Hoosier cabinet many years ago, not any in a long time
Fantastic as always Tom! Been awhile with your postings! :) ~Jack, VEG
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Great job learned a lot thanks
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Welcome back!
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I have watched all your videos. Excellent workmanship. Why no new videos? Please upload if any.
Thanks! I have a lot of new videos! If you're are a subscriber, be sure that you turn on the notification icon Here's one of my latest: ua-cam.com/video/gBwJ2PnUksY/v-deo.html
Happy New Year Tom! Where have you been? Welcome back.
Thanks! Been having problems with corrupted SD cards, hopefully solved
WOW - BRILLIANT :-)
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Awesome as always.
Vaughn
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You are a wizard!
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Over 4000 views in one day. You are one popular guy.
It's amazing! who knew?
hi again, Tom. While you may not consider yourself a carver, I've seen several vids where you've done a damn good job of carving. BTW, I have a birthday present for you; just LMK when your bday is coming up. (Spoiler alert: It's a set of high-end push sticks!! I do get a tad nervous when your fingers are sooo close to the table-saw blade!!)
Thanks! Yes, I somehow manage to make it look like something, just don't look to closely! February 19. Thank you!
Very clever
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HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE,S Back. YEAH.
That's right! Thank you!
good job
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Historical Note: The location of origin for the table puts in in the Pagan Belt of Tens of thousands of years. The image on the corner piece is a starburst of 8, meaning if you lay a traditional star shape, five points, over the lines, you get the five-pointed star. The star is often an image used to represent Air, Water, Earth, Fire, and Spirit/Soul/Akasha, the base elements used in rituals, thus, life. The extra lines, on which there are blades indicated, form an X for the Sickle and the up to down line ends with a Scythe. A Sickle has an almost circular blade and a short handle-it's designed to be held with one hand. A Scythe has a long, slightly curved blade that's attached to a long pole, often with two handles attached-it's designed to be held with two hands. This symbol is asking a higher power to provide food for this table and the tools needed to fight for it when needed. It is my guess that with the age, the design, and the location it came from, the image has just become a whisper instead of a request, to God(s) ear.
This symbol would be used as a recognition of the five elements, the request to their God (insert one of the thousands of God name here) in all directions for a bountiful harvest and a nod to the Grim Reaper, or death as it has been used as a weapon, The Scythe. The Prophet Isaiah urged the people to “beat their swords into plowshares” and learn war no more (700s BC). The metal used for these three blades would have enormous value, not only were these passed down but they were used in their form to fight off interlopers and if push came to shove, they were made into weapons. Shovels and hoes were made of wood for the poor man but wealth made the job easier if they were metal.
So, the five directions, North, South, East, West, and UP/Down are the same or similar to the five-pointed star so the meanings become one. You will find that when a Pagan practicing group is concerned, their religion, speech, tool/material items, and as much as possible, they would be integrated to follow any conqueror's way of life. Secretly, but in plain sight, the symbols would be who views them. The advantage for the Pagans was multifold. Pagans often traded with other groups a few times a year. The symbols were placed on buildings where rituals had previously been held. The practice of covens is no larger than 13 people making it possible for them to still meet without raising too much suspicion. You will see with new eyes the stained glass windows of the Catholic church as you find Pagan symbols are everywhere. In the masonry as well. The builders or workers would put things like Lamb and Lion, Sword and Sycle, Halo's, (Godly Spirit), Wings, and many more. And so the story goes......
Wow! Who knew? Seriously, this is fascinating
Bravo Respekt 🤝❤
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When can I buy one of your tee shirts ? Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration ; " I think it looks pretty good " or maybe a coffee cup with your logo too .
We're currently working on a T shirt deal, keep posted!
Why didn't you fill the hole with the new piece of wood? But it is awesome result. Very good job!
Robert Kuivjogi rear side not seen ... Restore can fill if deemed necessary
Thanks! That's right
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I have an old French country side table that is missing a tri pod leg. Are you still open and and what’s the average price for a simple tripod leg? Thank you.
Thanks! Email photos: thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com
Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration I sent you an email but I don’t know it went through so please let me know if it didn’t come in. Thank you for your time.
Hello Mr Johnson - We have an antique dresser we are restoring and one carved item at the top is missing. Could we contact you about recreating the missing piece.
Thanks! I wouldn't do just a small piece like that, because it wouldn't make a good video. But send some photos, maybe I can help: thomasjohnsorestoration@gmail.com
I love your videos and you ar far wiser than I will ever be, but at about 9:05 you are cutting the last of the straight lines while steadying the work piece with fingers that are directly downstream of the direction of your gouge. A crack or slip (or a dulled edge) results in a cut which definitely slows down work progress to say the least. (It blends well with mahogany but shows on order lighter woods). Now that I have bandaids in most of my tool bags and trays I seem to cut myself a lot less often.( Just joking of course, love all your projects )
Thanks! I do try to be careful, still counting up to 10!
Beautiful work. The dog, however, wants it to be known that all this rubbing away at sticks in the workshop is no proper substitute for throwing them around during a walk in the woods.
Thanks! So true!
Oh, and if they ever want to sell that table and get the true value of it, message me!! LOL (Yes people, this video is old, I know!)
Thanks! I will
You have got replace all your fluorescent lights NOW Thomas. That humming is so noisy!
It makes me crazy! I am replacing them with LED's, one at a time
YOU ARE NOT A CARVER? RIGHT!! 😀😀😀
Thanks! But I'm just hacking away at it! I couldn't really carve something from scratch (so to speak)