Wow, it may be just a humble old chair but that, truly, has to be one of the best restorations that you have done. It really did look so beautiful at the end. If I saw it in an antiques shop, I would buy it in a heartbeat. Your customer must have been so happy. Thank you for posting the video.
Real class; I love your work. I came from a time the, "throw away" mentality didn't exist. We always made sure if there was a way to repair, that was the route taken. I miss those days
I am still of the generation that if something is worth doing, it is worth doing right. And you are obviously of that mindset as well. Your work is beautiful and done right down to the last gnat's eyebrow. Congrats to a woman who found her hobby and profession in the same work.
I lost my mind watching the weaver do the chair!!! It blew my mind and still is. I am personally addicted to projects. It is very exciting seeing all the projects you have to work on in the back ground.
The Before and Afters are truly unreal. Your work is remarkable not just because of your incredible skill level but your heart is completely in what you do. Applause and great respect from Michigan.
Yasssss! I’ve been waiting for this! Watching now. I already know you’ll hit it out of the park so I’m totally confident in posting this comment before I get to the end of the video! Haha 😂❤️❤️ Can I also say, wow, what an incredible amount of work on that seat. I’ve never seen it done so HUGE appreciation for how much time and effort goes into that! Well done to Laura!
A love of weaving along with great skill and patience is needed I'm sure! I would end up sitting somewhere in a padded room weaving baskets if I attempted to get the detail anywhere as perfect as that!
Gee this brings back memories .. when i was young i walked a blind man to work his job was weaving rocker chairs .. love your restorations ..and bring back parts of history ..
Trena, I was wondering how many of your customers sob out loud when they see the amazing transformation of their broken down family treasures. This is truly a wonderful gift you have.
My Great uncle Jacobus made seats for a living, out of cane and rush etc. As a child I was mesmerised by his work. He was a special character. He smoked a pipe and sat on his rocking chair in the corner of their little farm house next to the stove. He wore wooden clogs and he had a Frisian horse named Piotr. Not really a Frisian name 😂 He drove horse and carriage to bring eggs around to his customers in the village of Limmen in the Netherlands. I enjoyed sitting next to him on the box. Fun memories, all came back to me thanks to you.
Lora's weaving is truly beautiful. The patience, eye for detail and execution of her work always blows me away. I love watching pieces that you both work on together, your talents compliment each other's craft so well.
You both did a wonderful job! Laura's weaving made such a difference in the look of the chair. Just beautiful. Looking back on how it looked before you worked your magic ;) WOW!! I didn't think you could make it look like new.. Bet the customer was blown away!!
When I was very young, an aunt of mine in Massachusetts used to take in cane chairs to re-weave. I got to watch part of the process one time when we were visiting. (We lived 3K miles away.) I thought it was fascinating, but I have neither the skill nor the patience for this sort of task, so I admire those who do.
WOW, Trena!! This isn’t just a restoration but a resurrection. I can’t believe it was in a barn for FIFTY years! Absolutely gorgeous and to look at the before pics again really makes me appreciate your incredible talent even more. The weaving work was amazing to watch as well. Absolute masterpiece.💜
The 'end' photos showing how the rocker appeared when you started working on it vs the images of your masterful restoration was very nice video technique. It was easy to forget how deplorable that rocker looked after years of neglect. Well done!
Like I have said before & I'll say it again...u my dear r my hero. 👏👏👏Hats off to u!👏👏👏 This piece is amazing. Beautiful job! Sending u much love & respect from Missouri U.S.A.♥️😁♥️
Takes my breath away every time you turn a frog into a Prince. Such a beautiful result. I will admit to mixed feelings about it going back to where it was so badly neglected. 🧐
Hi Trena, I am an amateur furniture restorer from the Riverland in Australia, learning day by day. I have watched all of your you-tube videos, and i must admit I have learnt the most from you, you are a great teacher and explain everything so well, you are a pleasure to watch. Thank you so much, I look forward to many more.
What a master of your craft you are Trena, such a gift to see you work thank you. And your right, the design and scale of that chair is simply beautiful, so refined.
I have two rockers that belonged to my grand parent and they were re caned. I treasure them. I am sure your client loves your great job of restoration. You sure do excellent work love to watch you restore furniture and bring things back to life.
You are a great artist, Tena. In this particular job you have shown enormous patience as you settled the wickers for the back and seat of this beautiful rocking chair.
Trena, Everything you do is first class all the way. The rocker turned out fantastic, hard to believe that restoration from where it came from ... and the teaser for the clock I can't wait to see that ❤ Love the painting, you're an artists too!
Don't sell yourself short. It is NOT a miracle that this chair looks the way it does. It is you, your hard work ethic, and your hard work. Congratulations on doing a great job.
What a super impressive restoration. Of all the so called 'restorers' on the net, this type of work shows so much skill and knowledge. A joy to behold.
Wow what a beautiful piece, and your work is exquisite as always! So glad I found your channel, watching nonstop through silly illness and they are bringing so much joy!
OMG. What amazing work! It’s 2 different chairs! This is a Brand new chair! You have amazing talent and craftsmanship! Thank you so much for sharing the possibilities. I now view old furniture in a different light, and I am always looking for a new life for items I see discarded, on the side of the road!
I have SERIOUSLY missed your videos! Your comment about this chair restoration being a "miracle" is entirely appropriate. WOW! 😳 And once again, you earn your title, The Goddess of Toning. 🤗 I totally agree about the fascinating weaving of that seat. My only caning has been with prewoven pieces for cabinet door inserts, which is a breeze compared to THIS. Wish we could have seen more, especially curious how she created the border. 😯 Thank you again for so generously sharing your amazing skills and talent. 😊
I have an old hospital wheel chair with cane seat and back, but mine is installed by a sheet of cane, wet and fit into place with small strips of trim and glue. I bought it because it interested me, then I looked into how to restore, and it still sitting in my shop, still finding other projects to do before I try that. Yours is so much work and I really respect your patience and skills. Great job.
My father was an upholsterer for 40+ years and spent his years before retiring restoring antiques for high end clients. Watching you work on these precious antiques with such attention to detail brings me back to when I would watch him work. Had he had UA-cam in his retirement I’m sure he would have called your channel his favorite. I am so happy to find your channel. Your skills are of a time I thought was lost forever. Thank you for bringing it to the masses.
I would have liked to see the customers reaction when she got the chair back! Wow what a beautiful restoration. Also that woman did a magnificent job with the caning.👍🏼👍🏼
I know this is a little late, but your work is amazing. I wouldn’t have thought you could salvage the chair. The results blew my mind. Thank you for sharing these videos
The Clock teaser has me on my seat's edge. The clock face is very similar to our family heirloom clock from the 1840s, Dalkeith Scotland. I had to do repairs on it last winter after it was damaged in a move from Toronto to Vancouver. Read the fine print in any moving agreement!!! Wonderful work on the chair. John
We're lucky to have you and your peers to keep this craftsmanship furniture alive. Your passion and love shows and I respect your work. The art of restoring is one that is learned and passed down through generations. Respect your videos because you teach the actions to take step by step to succeed in the business of restoration. Congratulations Madam and again, all my respects and long life to your entrepreneurship. From Quebec, Canada.
You're lucky I don't live in your area as I would frequently be dropping in your shop to chat and keep up with your projects... ❤️ the aroma of a furniture restorer's workshop... secondary only to coffee and bacon! Rock on Trena !!!!
You did a spectacular restoration of the cane rocker. I absolutely love it! They really knew how to make furniture in those days. Today’s reproductions are rubbish in comparison. Fantastic job! 🤗🇦🇺
Great work, as always! The before & after shots are especially amazing. In its "before" condition, an untrained eye like mine couldn't even have guessed what a beautiful chair was hidden underneath all that dirt and damage. The Coming Attractions clip looks awesome! More exciting than any Marvel movie! 😊
Wow, it may be just a humble old chair but that, truly, has to be one of the best restorations that you have done. It really did look so beautiful at the end. If I saw it in an antiques shop, I would buy it in a heartbeat. Your customer must have been so happy. Thank you for posting the video.
That chair turned out great.Probably my favourite restoration.Kudos to your friend who did the weaving.
Real class; I love your work. I came from a time the, "throw away" mentality didn't exist. We always made sure if there was a way to repair, that was the route taken. I miss those days
I’m glad there are still people willing to do this too
I am still of the generation that if something is worth doing, it is worth doing right. And you are obviously of that mindset as well. Your work is beautiful and done right down to the last gnat's eyebrow. Congrats to a woman who found her hobby and profession in the same work.
You are the best furniture restorer in Canada and Laura's wicker weaving is wonderful! Thank you,
Thankyou so much!
It is always a pleasure to watch a master at work, it is so nice to see all the different builders skills while you are restoring their work
I lost my mind watching the weaver do the chair!!! It blew my mind and still is. I am personally addicted to projects. It is very exciting seeing all the projects you have to work on in the back ground.
A true work of art. I love this rocker, so glad you could save it.
The Before and Afters are truly unreal. Your work is remarkable not just because of your incredible skill level but your heart is completely in what you do. Applause and great respect from Michigan.
The care and respect you bring to these pieces is awe inspiring. Bravo.
What a stunning rocker! Begs for someone to sit and rock. Beautiful and built for a human body shape. Great job. Trena!
Thanks!
Yasssss! I’ve been waiting for this! Watching now. I already know you’ll hit it out of the park so I’m totally confident in posting this comment before I get to the end of the video! Haha 😂❤️❤️
Can I also say, wow, what an incredible amount of work on that seat. I’ve never seen it done so HUGE appreciation for how much time and effort goes into that! Well done to Laura!
I love watching you too.
A love of weaving along with great skill and patience is needed I'm sure! I would end up sitting somewhere in a padded room weaving baskets if I attempted to get the detail anywhere as perfect as that!
Thanks girl! Love watching your work too. ❤️❤️
Loving the comradeship. Laura is a star what a lot of work her hands must be so sore after. Its an amazing transformation well done to you too
So very very pleasant an outcome...
Your intuitive work gives us something so wonderful to view...
Thank You...
It is absolutely marvellous. I feel like taking that chair and hugging it. Weird feeling I know but I really do love it. Great refinish and repair.
I've seen worse repairs but none better. Your customers are fortunate to find you.
Gee this brings back memories .. when i was young i walked a blind man to work his job was weaving rocker chairs .. love your restorations ..and bring back parts of history ..
Thanks!
Trena, I was wondering how many of your customers sob out loud when they see the amazing transformation of their broken down family treasures. This is truly a wonderful gift you have.
My Great uncle Jacobus made seats for a living, out of cane and rush etc. As a child I was mesmerised by his work. He was a special character. He smoked a pipe and sat on his rocking chair in the corner of their little farm house next to the stove. He wore wooden clogs and he had a Frisian horse named Piotr. Not really a Frisian name 😂 He drove horse and carriage to bring eggs around to his customers in the village of Limmen in the Netherlands. I enjoyed sitting next to him on the box. Fun memories, all came back to me thanks to you.
That’s such a special memory thanks for sharing
Lora's weaving is truly beautiful. The patience, eye for detail and execution of her work always blows me away. I love watching pieces that you both work on together, your talents compliment each other's craft so well.
You both did a wonderful job! Laura's weaving made such a difference in the look of the chair. Just beautiful. Looking back on how it looked before you worked your magic ;) WOW!! I didn't think you could make it look like new.. Bet the customer was blown away!!
Your restorations are beautiful... This rocker is another testament to that! Keep doing your beautiful work!
Once more, such a beautiful finish. It is a joy to watch your videos. Such wonderful craftwork. Repair is an art form all to itself, you do so well.
Beautiful restoration! Now we can see the beautiful amber yellow wood
grain. Very nicely done!
When I was very young, an aunt of mine in Massachusetts used to take in cane chairs to re-weave. I got to watch part of the process one time when we were visiting. (We lived 3K miles away.) I thought it was fascinating, but I have neither the skill nor the patience for this sort of task, so I admire those who do.
WOW, Trena!! This isn’t just a restoration but a resurrection. I can’t believe it was in a barn for FIFTY years! Absolutely gorgeous and to look at the before pics again really makes me appreciate your incredible talent even more. The weaving work was amazing to watch as well. Absolute masterpiece.💜
loved watching the weaving of the cane process and the whole video. Great job. That will now last another 100 years.
This is 1 GORGEOUS rocker! Your restoration is fantastic! It looks like new! Thank you! 🪑
Thank you very much!
The 'end' photos showing how the rocker appeared when you started working on it vs the images of your masterful restoration was very nice video technique. It was easy to forget how deplorable that rocker looked after years of neglect. Well done!
It was really interesting watching her do the weaving. It came out awesome. That rocker is so sweet. Great job again. I love rockers.
Thank you so much!
Awesome finish to a challenging project. Thanks for taking us along.
Like I have said before & I'll say it again...u my dear r my hero.
👏👏👏Hats off to u!👏👏👏 This piece is amazing. Beautiful job! Sending u much love & respect from Missouri U.S.A.♥️😁♥️
I confess, I originally started watching your videos because I think you're pretty. Now, I'm addicted to your craftsmanship. ...and your looks.
Awesome. Cheers
Takes my breath away every time you turn a frog into a Prince. Such a beautiful result.
I will admit to mixed feelings about it going back to where it was so badly neglected. 🧐
Hi Trena, I am an amateur furniture restorer from the Riverland in Australia, learning day by day. I have watched all of your you-tube videos, and i must admit I have learnt the most from you, you are a great teacher and explain everything so well, you are a pleasure to watch. Thank you so much, I look forward to many more.
Thankyou!
Absolutely beautiful work. The weaving is amazing and the repairs were done with precision.
I really enjoyed this chair. You know so much more than most people. Thankyou Delbert Texas
¡I love it! You are wonderful and fantastic. Dear Trena you are amazing. Congratulations.
What a master of your craft you are Trena, such a gift to see you work thank you.
And your right, the design and scale of that chair is simply beautiful, so refined.
Gorgeous job! Beautiful design. Thank you Trena.
I have two rockers that belonged to my grand parent and they were re caned. I treasure them. I am sure your client loves your great job of restoration. You sure do excellent work love to watch you restore furniture and bring things back to life.
Thankyou !
Now this is for you Trena.
Thank for comming back we missed you and your videos.
You are also amazing in what you do.(Plz make your absence shorter)
Another hart for my galery.
thanks
So interesting how you made this handsome rocking chair beautiful and new again. I especially enjoyed how you replaced the broken wood. Thanks.
Omg, my fingers would have fallen off!.... absolutely gorgeous
You are a great artist, Tena. In this particular job you have shown enormous patience as you settled the wickers for the back and seat of this beautiful rocking chair.
You're a magician. Such beautiful work bringing back history.
Thankyou !
Trena, Everything you do is first class all the way. The rocker turned out fantastic, hard to believe that restoration from where it came from ... and the teaser for the clock I can't wait to see that ❤ Love the painting, you're an artists too!
Awesome job Trenna, you are without a doubt the best furniture restorer on UA-cam.
Thankyou!!
As per usual, I am delighted. Thank you
Don't sell yourself short. It is NOT a miracle that this chair looks the way it does. It is you, your hard work ethic, and your hard work. Congratulations on doing a great job.
Hard to believe same chair. ❤❤❤❤❤outstanding
Good to have you back! We've missed you.
What a super impressive restoration. Of all the so called 'restorers' on the net, this type of work shows so much skill and knowledge. A joy to behold.
Wow what a beautiful piece, and your work is exquisite as always! So glad I found your channel, watching nonstop through silly illness and they are bringing so much joy!
again, o-boy what-a job. good to have you back, I needed some good things to watch, and you are one of them!!!!!!
OMG. What amazing work! It’s 2 different chairs! This is a Brand new chair! You have amazing talent and craftsmanship! Thank you so much for sharing the possibilities.
I now view old furniture in a different light, and I am always looking for a new life for items I see discarded, on the side of the road!
I have SERIOUSLY missed your videos! Your comment about this chair restoration being a "miracle" is entirely appropriate. WOW! 😳 And once again, you earn your title, The Goddess of Toning. 🤗 I totally agree about the fascinating weaving of that seat. My only caning has been with prewoven pieces for cabinet door inserts, which is a breeze compared to THIS. Wish we could have seen more, especially curious how she created the border. 😯 Thank you again for so generously sharing your amazing skills and talent. 😊
Thankyou so much Robert!
Your friend Laura did a amazing job with the weaving. A pleasure to watch such talented people do their magic!
Oh, you wouldnt think it was the same chair. Looks so good
I've been wtching you for just over a year. There seems to be nothing you can't do. Very, very impressive
the colours and finishes are magnificent. I said you are a genius
Once I open your video’s I can’t stop watching, your work is so wonderful!
Thankyou!
Enjoying your video so much. It’s a beautiful piece. Really great job. 👏👏👏👏👏👏
That chair transformation is astonishing. The cane work I hope more people learn how to do it or it will be a lost art form.
Again awesome! Real pleasure watching the results of your work.
Hey Trena! You're back! And glad to see you're wearing a mask for spray painting!👍👍👍😃
I have an old hospital wheel chair with cane seat and back, but mine is installed by a sheet of cane, wet and fit into place with small strips of trim and glue. I bought it because it interested me, then I looked into how to restore, and it still sitting in my shop, still finding other projects to do before I try that. Yours is so much work and I really respect your patience and skills. Great job.
Laura is incredible, her work really made the chair, and your work is always gorgeous too.
Great craftsmanship, beautiful.
My father was an upholsterer for 40+ years and spent his years before retiring restoring antiques for high end clients. Watching you work on these precious antiques with such attention to detail brings me back to when I would watch him work. Had he had UA-cam in his retirement I’m sure he would have called your channel his favorite. I am so happy to find your channel. Your skills are of a time I thought was lost forever. Thank you for bringing it to the masses.
Thankyou !
Truly amazing how you gave new life to this poor chair. You are a master at your work
I am in awe at your skill and patience
Thank you very much!
What a beautiful rocker--the finish came out perfectly. The seat and back caning likewise came out lovely. Neat project.
What a team!!!
Looking at the finished rocker, for whatever reason, reminds me of Franklin Roosevelt. Great job.
Beautiful job. The chair turned out spectacularly well.
Beautiful, you and your friend have done an incredible job, looks so much better without the paint. 🤗👍
This is gorgeous. What a piece of art. And it moves. Amazing.
Wonderful …..finished piece so beautiful…….well worth the amount of work……love it……
what a beautiful treasure...you did it proud....
wow just an amazing team success. However I still get a shiver in my liver when you bring fire to fresh cane. thanks !
Me too. Lol
What a lovely save of the old rocker
Whether it's the 1st time or after, I like learning from someone that knows.
I would have liked to see the customers reaction when she got the chair back! Wow what a beautiful restoration. Also that woman did a magnificent job with the caning.👍🏼👍🏼
I know this is a little late, but your work is amazing. I wouldn’t have thought you could salvage the chair. The results blew my mind. Thank you for sharing these videos
Thankyou for watching!
Wow1 Talk about raising it from the dead. AMAZING job!
The Clock teaser has me on my seat's edge. The clock face is very similar to our family heirloom clock from the 1840s, Dalkeith Scotland. I had to do repairs on it last winter after it was damaged in a move from Toronto to Vancouver. Read the fine print in any moving agreement!!! Wonderful work on the chair. John
Your work is flawless that chair is beautiful
Thank you! 😊
We're lucky to have you and your peers to keep this craftsmanship furniture alive. Your passion and love shows and I respect your work. The art of restoring is one that is learned and passed down through generations. Respect your videos because you teach the actions to take step by step to succeed in the business of restoration. Congratulations Madam and again, all my respects and long life to your entrepreneurship. From Quebec, Canada.
Thankyou very much!
You are a miracle worker.
Such a joy to watch you work your magic.
Thank you 😊
Your an amazing team 😊😊😊😊❤️
You're lucky I don't live in your area as I would frequently be dropping in your shop to chat and keep up with your projects... ❤️ the aroma of a furniture restorer's workshop... secondary only to coffee and bacon! Rock on Trena !!!!
Lol I agree!
Well done Trina and Laura , a stunning job on the rocking chair 👏👍
You just did that! And that cane work, what!? My hat of to you guys, so well done chair back to life and in style, awesome!
Thankyou!
You did a spectacular restoration of the cane rocker. I absolutely love it! They really knew how to make furniture in those days. Today’s reproductions are rubbish in comparison. Fantastic job! 🤗🇦🇺
Thanks so much!
She is so good at the weaving!
Good to see you back Trena
Laura has the patience of a saint, she's done a wonderful job as have you.
Absolutely beautiful! So talented!
Super restoration work keep up the beautiful work
Great work, as always! The before & after shots are especially amazing. In its "before" condition, an untrained eye like mine couldn't even have guessed what a beautiful chair was hidden underneath all that dirt and damage.
The Coming Attractions clip looks awesome! More exciting than any Marvel movie! 😊
Lol
Another fantastic project.
L A U R A congratulations on a well done weaving work. You are amazing . (Don't be jealous Trena)
Lol. No please give credit where it’s due. Lol