@@figrollin He said but the truth, and I'd add that the modern iphone generation is triggered by everything, so they create a lot of "ism" and "phobia" words to use as an argument when they beg random people not to write anything that could possibly make them cry.
echoing the comments : the fact that so much unwavering love is applied to a humble chest is testimony to the character of Mr. Johnson: exemplary in so many ways.
I absolutely loved your workmanship on this “toy box”. It was so warming to see you work on something so appropriate for the holiday season. I loved every minute of it. What a wonderful gift you have that you share with us. Thank you.
I think it looks pretty darn brilliant. When the restorer gives as much love and attention to an old box as he would do to an Edwardian piece of furniture you know you have found the right person for the job. You inspire me Tom, I try to follow your values in all my crafting.
The paint on the box reminds me of the floor of the porch in my parents' 40s era home. My grandfather had painted it and later covered it. During a rehab my mother uncovered it and I had to beg her not to sand off the paint. She sealed it and kept the charm of the porch/laundry.
Growing up just after the depression, I witnessed a lot of "Boxes" like this, and many a night stand, and other "needed" pieces of furniture, that came from humble supply's. I learned to "respect" the builder's intent. and need. and to see Tom show the same respect for this project as he does all his work. almost brought a tear to my eye. it did my heart. Thank you Tom for the respect and love you show other "builders" work and creations. Humble is as Humble does. Bless you.
Wonderfull old toybox. Your attention to detail is very cool - an old box from grandfather might just be as important as Wegners 'The Chair', or even more! Your understanding of that is just perfect! Good carpentry never goes out off fashion. Thank you for keeping that alive!
I’ve been a fan for awhile. Love your intros and ending as well as your projects. Just a little touch of home for me. I live away now but still remember those things that make Maine special to anyone who has lived there.BEHS 67.
I was having an anxiety attack when you painted over the lid “patina” .... then I realized that you put the same experience and knowledge into even this beloved “humble” heirloom as if it were a museum worthy treasure !! Love the colour : ragged on !! Got it ..
I have been a fan of TJR since the beginning! I personally think you are the best restoration professional on UA-cam; both in content, experience, depth of knowledge and skill, using a wide variety of products and tools. I have learned so much by watching you over the years and I have applied many of your techniques when restoring my own antiques and those of friends and family! Not to mention, your openers with wildlife, a little infusion of your pooch or kitty once in a while and the overall ambience of your shop, makes for some really relaxing yet educational viewing. Keep up the good work Mr. T!
I’ve been woodworking for many years, and the thing I love is that you can be in awe of a highly ornate piece of furniture and still be in awe of a simple wood box. Love the final product,
Imagine being that toy box, so masterfully restored and risen from a years-long basement confinement to proudly join the other beautiful furnishings upstairs. It's a Christmas miracle you've enabled.
I love the way you treat any work with the same attention to detail. It doesn't matter how small a piece of paint chip or piece of wood is you will find a way to make it fit right where it belongs.
I love how thoughtful you are about retaining the character of the old finish while simultaneously making the piece useful again. This has inspired me to fix up the old trunk my sister and I used to use as a dress-up box growing up!
I grew up with the toy chest that my great grandfather made me and when my parents divorced it was left behind. I have bought several chests since but I still have such a vivid memory of that dark green chest with the drop handles on the side and the inner side compartment for 'treasures' ! Tom isn't a furniture snob, he is wonderful to watch xoxo
@@johnsonrestoration Yes I still remember it vividly. The same Great grandad also make me a desk set, the desk was two silouettes of Micky Mouse on the side and a drop top and some shelves under it. There was also a black board that was held up but another two mickey mouse ( mice ? ) I was born in 1956 so this would have been made around then. These too were lost along with my collection of over 1000 antique bottles found in a farmers field and stored in the garden. We also lost all our family photos, us and our extended family. Mum practically ran out of the house with us in tow and wasn't thinking straight. Still we had each other and what more can we ask for. God bless and thank you for all your wonderful videos, we never get tired of glueing and clamping ! xo
I'm thinking the whole time: "Mr. Johnson needs to add a chain." And sure enough. . . I have to say, you put as much care and attention into this old, simple chest as you do the finest furniture that's come into your shop!!
I imagine when the owners saw what Mr. Johnson had done, it brought tears of joy to their eyes. What a loving restoration. (Come to think of it, I'd love to see an occasional reaction video from a customer!)
I think these are my favourite repair jobs, when its something not particularly old or valuable, but something obviously much loved. Makes me regret throwing out so much stuff over the years!
Such a careful and sensitive restoration....lovely work Tom! And thank you for sharing restorations for 'humble' furniture too (ie not just the fancy stuff), it helps us armatures get a broader view of what can be done to such items of furniture, and that every item has value (even if only sentimental) and how they can be saved!
That is a great box. You can't find boxes like that anymore, you have to build them! The restoration makes the box even more beautiful! Whoever films these episodes does a great job!
I absolutely LOVE watching you lovingly restore all these wonderful treasures. My immediate family have always had a love for wood and craftsmanship, so watching you is such a pleasure. My dad, who was a contractor, and I used to purchase or be "gifted" pieces and restore them...... However, NOTHING to the degree you do!! My sister and I still have and treasure all the pieces Daddy and I redid so many years ago. Thank you for giving these wonderful treasures new life!!
Thank you for taking the time to show just how the router cut out a level bed for the replacement wood and avoided making the damage worse. Very much enjoy all your videos, have a lovely Christmas.
Wonderful job as usual. I love you treat everything you work on with the same love. Wonderful that this family will continue to cherish this beloved toy box made by the father/grandfather. Today's children will probably have nothing so wonderful to pass down as it is the "built by Ikea" age. And then there are the "walmart fall-a-parts.
A simple box, but you can tell some care was taken in its construction, with details like the nicely chamfered cleats on the lid, and the feet. If my grandfather had made a chest like that, that I now owned, I would be thrilled to have it repaired like this. I've learned so much from your videos; I'm now in the process of bringing back to life a very old and smelly machinist's tool box, the kind with both very shallow and deeper drawers. It was never much, probably a school exercise, the case is very thin steel wrapped around a wood core and painted; the drawers are simply made, but the fronts are nice. I feel able to tackle this job, and I don't fear the outcome, because of what I've learned from you, from a distance. Thank you.
Those items with memories, and love for the history of our possessions are some of our most valuable. Love how you brought a little bit of dignity into this precious piece. It honors those who came before.
I've been watching your craftsmanship for a while, you've given the same care to priceless antiques as this old box and it all comes out beautiful. I'd be proud to have Grandpa's box in my entry way too! By the way, I love your old black lab and the way it loves you with its eyes. More dog shots please.
This was a lot of fun to watch, Tom. I like how much respect you show for sentimental value and keep the original charm, with all the minor detailing. Thanks for another instalment! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos.
Some folks just see an old home made box. For one family at least a labor of love from a beloved grandfather. And Mr. Johnson uses the same skills and attention to final details that are warranted for a fine piece of 18th century furniture. Bravo sir!. A blessed and Merry Christmas to you and your extended family.
I have to agree with the comments so far. Your amazing ability to keep the integrity of all the pieces you work on is outstanding. This customer will be able to see all the marks the children have made to the toybox over the years ,memories other restorers would have taken away. Thank you so much for your skill and care Tom.
your videography is as good as your furniture restoring skills. the final shot of it sitting somewhere (in your home?) next to a chair made it suddenly stunning in its imperfect glory. when i feel so stressed out your videos make me feel so much better, you and your work put me so much at ease and i wish i could repay you for how much youve helped me. thank you so much! what a great video!
This one pleased me as much or maybe even more than some of the fine antique work you’ve done. A family heirloom like this deserves everything you gave it. I would love to see the grandfather’s reaction to this.
Feeling totally mesmerized by your attention to details, craftsmen ship, and respect you have for so many of the furnishings i have seen you restore. Love your workshop and the tools you have at your disposal to aid your in the work you do. His bless you and keep you safe. Shalom
This project says as much about your character and integrity as it does to your skills....you treat this artifact with the same devotion as if it were a Chippendale. Also....there's no such thing as too many clamps! Best wishes and a hug for Ella Bean.
Hi Tom glad to see you fit and well! Many years ago I inherited a box like this from an old shipwright. He had died and sometime later his family came to the yard to distribute his tools to the apprentices' and I got the box. Many years later my son when working on jobs with me used to call it 'the coffin' and hated lugging it about. As a boy starting out in a workshop the toolbox was usually the first project you would get to perform as it involved all the prep, joints, tools and finishes needed to get you oriented into woodworking. seems I already had mine ready made. I later used it to keep some of my power tools in. I also passed it on so I believe it may still be in use. Nice work Tom enjoyed the content, look forward to the next one. Thank you
My family had a military footlocker as a toy box back post WWII. Looks almost the same. Looks good where client chose to put in decor. Great job. Useful for cozy fires now. Thanks for sharing. Have a Happy Holiday.😊👋🏼🎄
Lovely to see a family treasure treated with such care & respect. I was a bit sad that the faded edge on the lid disappeared, but it looked gorgeous by that white panelling. Big hugs to Bella. 🤗
The attention to detail that goes into the editing your videos is just about equal to the attention to detail in your restorations. I really enjoy your content. Thank you! Andy.
So much attention to detail even for an old mouldy box from a basement. Excellent work once again, if I were the owner I would be really happy with it.
If Tom Johnson is ever going to write books, one such tome could be called “The Book of Patience.” In my own work I’m spending more time now because of his delightful examples. I am a couple of months away from having my own shop and when I work in there, I’ll have a personal rule to work on a project one task at a time and not try to finish that project too quickly. Thank you Professor Johnson for a more satisfying work life.
Antique furniture worth thousands or grandpa's moulded box... Thomas 'll give it the same amount of respect and patience. Thank you Thomas.
I was just thinking that. So nice, it's almost moving
yep so true. he knows that is someone's treasured possession.
You're welcome! Yes, sentimental value has no bounds!
Thank you!
exactly! Thanks!
Seeing you pay the same attention and care to this humble "toy box" as you do with some of your more upscale jobs is a testament to your integrity.
@JG Crypto Evangelist lol ok boomer. less of the unnecessary ageism, eh?
Thank you! I appreciate it!
Thanks! Well, I'm hoping some of them watch these videos and change their minds
Thanks! I don't think they meant it as a put down
@@figrollin He said but the truth, and I'd add that the modern iphone generation is triggered by everything, so they create a lot of "ism" and "phobia" words to use as an argument when they beg random people not to write anything that could possibly make them cry.
echoing the comments : the fact that so much unwavering love is applied to a humble chest is testimony to the character of Mr. Johnson: exemplary in so many ways.
Respect to the man who shows respect. Mr J is that Man..
Thank you! I appreciate it
Thank you!
Couldn’t agree more!
Mr. Johnson, in these turbulent times your videos are a tonic for the soul. Stay safe and well.
Thank you!
That little chunk you're gluing back on - that's what it's all about: loving what you do - even in the tiniest. And boy, you're doing it darn good!!
Thanks!
I agree, but he always ends saying, "I think it looks purdey good". I disagree, it looks darn good.....
Very thoughtfully done, Tom... but that's what you do. It did my heart good to see dear Ella... what a sweetheart!!! ...Barry
Thank you! She's my girl!
You treated this old box like a rare antique piece of furniture. Your the best ever👍🏼Thank you for what you do and with so much care. ❤️
You are so welcome! I appreciate it!
I wish you had your own TV show so we could have an hour episode per week. Excellent episode and enjoyably relaxing to watch.
I wish he had a Patreon so I could pay him instead of UA-cam.
Or maybe sell t-shirts or sweat shirts that look "pretty good"
Thanks! Well, I do have my own show - but what a schedule that would be! I'm having a hard time doing 2 per month
Thanks! I don't know how the Patreon thing works
We keep talking about that - but there are logistical problems
I absolutely loved your workmanship on this “toy box”. It was so warming to see you work on something so appropriate for the holiday season. I loved every minute of it. What a wonderful gift you have that you share with us.
Thank you.
You are so welcome! I appreciate it
I think it looks pretty darn brilliant. When the restorer gives as much love and attention to an old box as he would do to an Edwardian piece of furniture you know you have found the right person for the job. You inspire me Tom, I try to follow your values in all my crafting.
Thank you! I appreciate it
The paint on the box reminds me of the floor of the porch in my parents' 40s era home. My grandfather had painted it and later covered it. During a rehab my mother uncovered it and I had to beg her not to sand off the paint. She sealed it and kept the charm of the porch/laundry.
You rescued it. Good for you!
Thanks! We have an antique house where all the floors had been painted, they're natural wood now, but I'd like to try painting some of them
Growing up just after the depression, I witnessed a lot of "Boxes" like this, and many a night stand, and other "needed" pieces of furniture, that came from humble supply's. I learned to "respect" the builder's intent. and need. and to see Tom show the same respect for this project as he does all his work. almost brought a tear to my eye. it did my heart. Thank you Tom for the respect and love you show other "builders" work and creations. Humble is as Humble does. Bless you.
Thank you! Well said, I appreciate it
Meticulous attention to detail as usual. What a wonderful “restoration”. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you so much! 😀
All the best for the Christmas Season and New Year Tom, thanks for sharing your craftsmanship with us all year. Stay safe.
Thanks, you too!
Compassionately keeping memories alive. That box has many stories to tell.
Thanks! Yes, so true!
Wonderfull old toybox. Your attention to detail is very cool - an old box from grandfather might just be as important as Wegners 'The Chair', or even more! Your understanding of that is just perfect! Good carpentry never goes out off fashion. Thank you for keeping that alive!
Many thanks! Yes, I would love to have something of my grandfather's, so I got into it!
I’ve been a fan for awhile. Love your intros and ending as well as your projects. Just a little touch of home for me. I live away now but still remember those things that make Maine special to anyone who has lived there.BEHS 67.
Awesome! Thank you! You can always come back!
I think you hit a nice balance between cleaning it up and preserving the patina and charm.
Thanks! Yes, that's always the difficult part
really good stuff...your best friend"s cameo, great stuff too
Glad you enjoyed it Thanks!
Very good work Thomas. Love how you care for other people's possessions.
Thank you! that's the way we were brought up!
A beautiful honoring of grandpa's toy box - your work celebrates the original spirit, while shoring it up for the future.
Thank you!
Hooray! Just getting into my day, and , voila, there you are! Sitting back with my coffee and watching you go to work on a crummy little relic.
Thanks! But still, a relic! Suddenly I like that word
Masterful job on the finish. From the closing shots, looks like the customer liked the finish, too. A Les Brown moment. Thanks for the video!
You're welcome! Now I will look up Les Brown
@@johnsonrestoration
“Gonna take a sentimental journey”
So glad to see you paying as much attention to Grandpa's chest as you would to something much older. Value is left to the owner. Right on.
Thanks! I treat all pieces the same. And yes, it’s all about sentimental value
Love watching such a gifted professional at work.
Thank you very much!
I really appreciated seeing it in the customer's home at the end. A wonderful restoration.
Thank you!
I was having an anxiety attack when you painted over the lid “patina” .... then I realized that you put the same experience and knowledge into even this beloved “humble” heirloom as if it were a museum worthy treasure !! Love the colour : ragged on !! Got it ..
Thank you! Yeah, I liked the top, but overall it needed some more paint
I have been a fan of TJR since the beginning! I personally think you are the best restoration professional on UA-cam; both in content, experience, depth of knowledge and skill, using a wide variety of products and tools. I have learned so much by watching you over the years and I have applied many of your techniques when restoring my own antiques and those of friends and family! Not to mention, your openers with wildlife, a little infusion of your pooch or kitty once in a while and the overall ambience of your shop, makes for some really relaxing yet educational viewing. Keep up the good work Mr. T!
Wow! Thank you! And I appreciate you watching
Not just restoring furniture but preserving memories.
A tangible bridge across several generations. :>)
Exactly! thank you!
Yes, I like that!
@@johnsonrestoration we like it too! Keep it up 👍
I’ve been woodworking for many years, and the thing I love is that you can be in awe of a highly ornate piece of furniture and still be in awe of a simple wood box. Love the final product,
Thank you!
Imagine being that toy box, so masterfully restored and risen from a years-long basement confinement to proudly join the other beautiful furnishings upstairs. It's a Christmas miracle you've enabled.
Thanks! I always imagine that too. Too much anthropmorpism
You are proof that there are possible forgeries out there in furniture restoration work! Amazing skill you have developed.
Thank you very much! I honestly think there are not too many forgeries out there, at least not intentionally
The doggo is like "heckin good toy box"
Oh yeah! She liked it! (there may have been some bribery involved)
“Just an old box”, but repaired with the care and precision of a priceless antique. Looks great!
Thanks!
I want to relocate to “Gorham , Maine”just to absorb TJ’s vibe. It’s the opposite of the rest of the craziness in the US at the moment.
Thank you! Come visit sometime
Like the finish you put on the box -- hope the owner liked it and did not change it. Thanks again for sharing your videos with us!
Thanks! Oh, she liked it! She was involved in all the decisions about the finish
Please update us with the client's feedback. Here's hoping they love it
At the end of the video there are photos that seems to be in the client's house, so I'd wager they were pleased with how it turned out.
@@Kevin_Eder you could well be right!
Thanks! Yes, she liked it!
Thanks! That's actually my house - been doing more "after" shots there
Thanks!
I love the way you treat any work with the same attention to detail. It doesn't matter how small a piece of paint chip or piece of wood is you will find a way to make it fit right where it belongs.
Thank you! I appreciate it!
good job as always , looks like your 4 legged shop foreman approved your work .
Thanks! As long as there's a treat involved, she's interested!
One old grandfather's hand made toybox over 10 unwieldy old buffets, cabinets etc. How lovely it displayed!
Yes! Thanks!
What a lovely project to do at Christmas. To restore it accurately you should have ensured that there was plenty of lead in the paint.
Thanks! Yeah, that old lead paint was good stuff!
Thomas, you are so gentle and careful with the furniture. It is a joy to watch.
Thank you!
This was like finding an old car in a barn and doing the minimum to get it back in usable shape. You leave all the history in place.
Thank you! It's always a balancing act
I love how thoughtful you are about retaining the character of the old finish while simultaneously making the piece useful again. This has inspired me to fix up the old trunk my sister and I used to use as a dress-up box growing up!
That's cool! Yes, do it! Good luck
@@johnsonrestoration Thank you!
Dear God the Almighty,
Please please please take good care of our beloved Thomas
The number of people like him are dwindling away
Thank you! I'm planning on being around for awhile!
@@johnsonrestoration still many many more healthy years of life is what i can wish for my mentor and favorite artisan in the world
Great job with the paint, refreshed but maintained the character to just the right degree.
Thank you!
I grew up with the toy chest that my great grandfather made me and when my parents divorced it was left behind. I have bought several chests since but I still have such a vivid memory of that dark green chest with the drop handles on the side and the inner side compartment for 'treasures' ! Tom isn't a furniture snob, he is wonderful to watch xoxo
Wow! I'm so sorry you don't have that chest. What a great memory. Thanks!
@@johnsonrestoration Yes I still remember it vividly. The same Great grandad also make me a desk set, the desk was two silouettes of Micky Mouse on the side and a drop top and some shelves under it. There was also a black board that was held up but another two mickey mouse ( mice ? ) I was born in 1956 so this would have been made around then. These too were lost along with my collection of over 1000 antique bottles found in a farmers field and stored in the garden. We also lost all our family photos, us and our extended family. Mum practically ran out of the house with us in tow and wasn't thinking straight. Still we had each other and what more can we ask for. God bless and thank you for all your wonderful videos, we never get tired of glueing and clamping ! xo
I'm thinking the whole time: "Mr. Johnson needs to add a chain." And sure enough. . . I have to say, you put as much care and attention into this old, simple chest as you do the finest furniture that's come into your shop!!
Thank you! I appreciate it. You know you've been watching too much when you know what I'm going to do!
Dancing, dancing! Love the shots, the fades, the work involved.
Thank you so much!!
I imagine when the owners saw what Mr. Johnson had done, it brought tears of joy to their eyes. What a loving restoration. (Come to think of it, I'd love to see an occasional reaction video from a customer!)
Thanks! We have always felt it would be way too difficult to get an actual reaction. It could never be spontaneous
I think these are my favourite repair jobs, when its something not particularly old or valuable, but something obviously much loved. Makes me regret throwing out so much stuff over the years!
Thanks! I like these jobs too!
Really nice to see something within reach of anyone but made to perfection
Nice job !
Thank you!
Such a careful and sensitive restoration....lovely work Tom! And thank you for sharing restorations for 'humble' furniture too (ie not just the fancy stuff), it helps us armatures get a broader view of what can be done to such items of furniture, and that every item has value (even if only sentimental) and how they can be saved!
Thank you! That was my intention, I'm glad people got it!
That is a great box. You can't find boxes like that anymore, you have to build them! The restoration makes the box even more beautiful! Whoever films these episodes does a great job!
Thank you! I do the camera myself - I appreciate the comment!
I absolutely LOVE watching you lovingly restore all these wonderful treasures. My immediate family have always had a love for wood and craftsmanship, so watching you is such a pleasure. My dad, who was a contractor, and I used to purchase or be "gifted" pieces and restore them...... However, NOTHING to the degree you do!! My sister and I still have and treasure all the pieces Daddy and I redid so many years ago. Thank you for giving these wonderful treasures new life!!
You are so welcome! And thanks for sharing - so many things to connect with your dad - I love it
Grandma might appreciate it more, unless gramps is a real softie. lol
His master's voice! Looks great!
Yes! I hadn't thought of that. Gives me some ideas for a video. Thanks!
Thank you for taking the time to show just how the router cut out a level bed for the replacement wood and avoided making the damage worse. Very much enjoy all your videos, have a lovely Christmas.
You're welcome! And the best Christmas to you and yours also!
Wonderful job as usual. I love you treat everything you work on with the same love. Wonderful that this family will continue to cherish this beloved toy box made by the father/grandfather. Today's children will probably have nothing so wonderful to pass down as it is the "built by Ikea" age. And then there are the "walmart fall-a-parts.
Thank you! So true!
Nice job on an obviously cherished toy box! I love watching your videos. I could sit in a corner of your shop and watch you all day.
Thanks! Well, the videos are the next best thing!
A simple box, but you can tell some care was taken in its construction, with details like the nicely chamfered cleats on the lid, and the feet. If my grandfather had made a chest like that, that I now owned, I would be thrilled to have it repaired like this.
I've learned so much from your videos; I'm now in the process of bringing back to life a very old and smelly machinist's tool box, the kind with both very shallow and deeper drawers. It was never much, probably a school exercise, the case is very thin steel wrapped around a wood core and painted; the drawers are simply made, but the fronts are nice. I feel able to tackle this job, and I don't fear the outcome, because of what I've learned from you, from a distance. Thank you.
You're welcome! The tool box sounds neat! Good luck with it
Those items with memories, and love for the history of our possessions are some of our most valuable. Love how you brought a little bit of dignity into this precious piece. It honors those who came before.
Thank you! Well said
I've been watching your craftsmanship for a while, you've given the same care to priceless antiques as this old box and it all comes out beautiful. I'd be proud to have Grandpa's box in my entry way too! By the way, I love your old black lab and the way it loves you with its eyes. More dog shots please.
Thank you! Yes, I'm planning on more doggy!
Thank you Thomas for making my day brighter.
You're welcome!
This was a lot of fun to watch, Tom. I like how much respect you show for sentimental value and keep the original charm, with all the minor detailing. Thanks for another instalment! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!
@@johnsonrestoration My pleasure!
Some folks just see an old home made box. For one family at least a labor of love from a beloved grandfather. And Mr. Johnson uses the same skills and attention to final details that are warranted for a fine piece of 18th century furniture. Bravo sir!. A blessed and Merry Christmas to you and your extended family.
Well said! Thank you! And a Happy Christmas for you and yours too!
I have to agree with the comments so far. Your amazing ability to keep the integrity of all the pieces you work on is outstanding. This customer will be able to see all the marks the children have made to the toybox over the years ,memories other restorers would have taken away. Thank you so much for your skill and care Tom.
You're welcome! I appreciate it!
Its truly amazing how you change, what some people might consider to be firewood to a nice piece of furniture.
Thanks! It's true, sometimes you just have to have the right context
Love your videos no matter what they are - Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome! Glad you like them!
From a toy box to a high end antique, you give them the same gentle care. The way I look at t is, you save there lives for more enjoyment.
Thank you! It's true, I look at each job the same way
A perfect piece for the holiday season. A toy chest with sentimental value. Great job, I always enjoy your work.
Thank you very much!
I’m so grateful that we have another excellent restoration from the master. Relieved that you are well and safe over there also.
Yes we are! Thank you!
I have never watched one of your vids and not learned something. Thanks for that Mr. J.
Thank you! And me too! I learn something new everyday!
One thing I've learned from this channel is that you can never use too many clamps. Thanks for the video!
So true! Thanks!
Great work as always Tom! Thank you for sharing the video with us!💖👌👍😎JP
You're welcome! Have a great Holiday Season!
@@johnsonrestoration Thank you Tom! You have a great Holiday season as well!😎
your videography is as good as your furniture restoring skills. the final shot of it sitting somewhere (in your home?) next to a chair made it suddenly stunning in its imperfect glory. when i feel so stressed out your videos make me feel so much better, you and your work put me so much at ease and i wish i could repay you for how much youve helped me. thank you so much! what a great video!
Thank you! I'm glad I can help in some small way.
This one pleased me as much or maybe even more than some of the fine antique work you’ve done. A family heirloom like this deserves everything you gave it. I would love to see the grandfather’s reaction to this.
Thanks! I appreciate your comments. Granpa probably would have said "are you kidding? throw that old thing out!"
Feeling totally mesmerized by your attention to details, craftsmen ship, and respect you have for so many of the furnishings i have seen you restore. Love your workshop and the tools you have at your disposal to aid your in the work you do. His bless you and keep you safe. Shalom
Thank you very much! I appreciate it!
This project says as much about your character and integrity as it does to your skills....you treat this artifact with the same devotion as if it were a Chippendale. Also....there's no such thing as too many clamps! Best wishes and a hug for Ella Bean.
Thank you! I'll give Ella her hug right now!
Hi Tom glad to see you fit and well! Many years ago I inherited a box like this from an old shipwright. He had died and sometime later his family came to the yard to distribute his tools to the apprentices' and I got the box. Many years later my son when working on jobs with me used to call it 'the coffin' and hated lugging it about. As a boy starting out in a workshop the toolbox was usually the first project you would get to perform as it involved all the prep, joints, tools and finishes needed to get you oriented into woodworking. seems I already had mine ready made. I later used it to keep some of my power tools in. I also passed it on so I believe it may still be in use. Nice work Tom enjoyed the content, look forward to the next one. Thank you
Thanks! I think that's great. To think about all that simple box has done and "seen"
Wonderful faithful, respectful restoration. Thank you, sir.
You're welcome!
Love how it looks refreshed but not new, really nice fixup!
Yes! Thank you!
My family had a military footlocker as a toy box back post WWII. Looks almost the same. Looks good where client chose to put in decor. Great job. Useful for cozy fires now. Thanks for sharing. Have a Happy Holiday.😊👋🏼🎄
You're welcome! So many people have memories of old chests!
I always look forward to your videos! Thanks for sharing another relaxing restoration.
You're welcome! Glad you like them!
How wonderful. I wish I still had my childhood toybox to restore.
Thanks! me too! I think we had one my Dad built
Thomas, I've learned so much from watching your videos and I thank you sincerely for that. Season's greetings and best wishes from NZ.
Thanks! Wow! New Zealand! the best to you too!
Lovely to see a family treasure treated with such care & respect. I was a bit sad that the faded edge on the lid disappeared, but it looked gorgeous by that white panelling.
Big hugs to Bella. 🤗
Thanks! Yes, I though about scrubbing some off, but waited to see what the customer wanted. BTW, it's Ella, and the hugs have been delivered!
@@johnsonrestoration Many apologies to Ella! Lol That’s my great nieces name, so I’ll remember that. 🐕🦺
The attention to detail that goes into the editing your videos is just about equal to the attention to detail in your restorations. I really enjoy your content. Thank you! Andy.
Thanks! I am blessed with a good editor!
He’s Thomas Johnson, of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration, in Gorham, Maine.
Love your videos TJ. I watch them every time they hit my feed!
Thank you! I appreciate it!
I love the sympathetic approach you too even on such a primitive piece. Well done, sir.
Thank you!
Excellent work Tom. It's especially hard to match old distressed wood so the new part doesn't stand out, and you did that very well.
Thank you very much!
Thank you Tom another excellent posting, hope you're all well and keeping safe out there, oh and yes,...looks pretty good!!
Thanks, you too!
Indeed, looks like an old, well cared for chest, not a restored piece. Very unusual color. Matched it very well. Thank you Thomas!
You’re welcome! I appreciate it
Outstanding Tom!!!!!! Thank you for taking my advice on a chest!!! Farmhouse look for sure! I’m gonna be sending something to you in the near future!
You're welcome! I'll be looking forward to it!
So much attention to detail even for an old mouldy box from a basement. Excellent work once again, if I were the owner I would be really happy with it.
Thank you! And she is!
Another great video from a real Master, and I don't use that word lightly. Always a pleasure to watch. Thanks Tom.
Many thanks!
I love your passion and integrity. I hope the owner keeps the box as is. I have learnt, and am learning so much from you. Thank you 🙌🏼xx
You are welcome!
I'm glad they brought you that cool old box. Great job
Me too! Thanks!
If Tom Johnson is ever going to write books, one such tome could be called “The Book of Patience.” In my own work I’m spending more time now because of his delightful examples. I am a couple of months away from having my own shop and when I work in there, I’ll have a personal rule to work on a project one task at a time and not try to finish that project too quickly. Thank you Professor Johnson for a more satisfying work life.
Thanks! It takes a long time to learn that the fastest way to get something done correctly is to "take your time". Good luck with your shop!
I like how you treated that shabby box as if it was the finest furniture. And quality of your filming/editing has really advanced!
Thank you! Yes, I'm getting into the cinematography of it
That came out great! The ragged-paint finish is perfect, I think, for that piece.
I think so too! Thanks!