I’m in Montreal and know about the collapse of the Quebec City bridge. As in interesting fact for you - when engineering students graduate from university, they participate in the Iron Ring ceremony. Graduates receive a ring that is said to be made from steel from the collapsed bridge to remind them of their obligations and ethics of their profession. They wear the ring on their little finger of their dominant hand so when it drags on the paper when they work, they are reminded of its symbolism.
I've only been here since this hoarder house series, and I already think you're have one of the most interesting channels anywhere! It's a combination of Hoarders and Antique Roadshow or Pawn Stars, but with a dose of good family values. I wish you much success!
Welcome! Highly recommend going backwards in time and watching the many adventures and such in order with all updates etc in between too. It's a wonderful, engaging, authentic channel- and us addicts can't get enough lol!
I by a coincidence was looking for something to watch on TH-cam and your video about the hoarder house and it caught my attention and I’ve been watching your videos since yesterday, all day and night! Good luck with your plans!!!
Bit of trivia. My brother in law designed the logo with the Chapman Kids for Chapman's ice-cream. In fact, when they still used the old boxes for their ice lollies, he used my then two year old daughter as the inspiration for the last kid on the end of the box. She still loves that and she's now 32.
I 'm so glad you found the neck to the guitar and were able to restore it. Alex, you are so good at fixing things and making them beautiful and usable again. Your son is an excellent artist! You are a hard worker and a blessed man! Such a good father and you have a wonderful family. Glad I got to know you through TH-cam, along with everyone else from your channel. Stay blessed and great luck with the auction. Your store looks fantastic. Wish I could pop in!
Man, I sure wish I lived closer. Be a blast to be able to just pop in now and then. Alex, your wholesome life and charitable maner is so appreciated, wish there were millions more of you. Thanks for the inspiration to be more like you. Love from Texas. 🇺🇸
@@grannyqute2273 I don't know that the person intended to be rude but it kinda looks that way. I've never seen or heard Alex beg for money. He appreciates support but I don't think it's required. Just watching the videos causes them to make money. Liking the videos makes him money and he has all of what he makes in his store and at auctions. I don't think he needs anyone out there telling ppl to donate. This person is definitely enthusiastic about the channel. I'm just not sure that it's all being said in a way that's very nice. Crazy!!!
Thanks! ... I started picking up what I could find back in the late 80s .. I wish I had the forethought to really go after it then ! The authentic pieces are worth a fortune now , so I'm working on it and what I cant find I make lol
I had a great deal of fun bidding over the last couple of weeks. It was safe because I knew I’d always be outbid, but it was fun. On your display case : line it with fabric instead of painting. Cut cardboard to fit in each section, wrap with fabric and glue or duct tape it in place and fit each section snuggly into the shelves and back.
That is a nice idea. Alternatively use vintage wallpaper. I have sold a lot of vintage art-deco era wallpaper recently and people are buying it for this purpose. All sold out quickly to the US and Canada.
Hi Alex, hope you see this comment. I have been in the antiques business for a long time and have restored many pieces of Oak furniture over the years. Your showcase was most likely a baker's cake display case or maybe a chocolatier's showcase. The original screws on the front would have been round headed brass. However you restore it I'm sure it will look much better. Great videos. Wishing you and your family health and happiness.
Alex, can you take a video walk through when Madam Rac's house is fixed and ready for sale, and show a before and after, looks like it will be a great house for some lucky family.
Rock & Roll Paul ! We’ve missed you !!! How is your friend doing with the clothes ? Did he find any treasures in the pockets or handbags 👜? Hoping to purchase a trinket from the auction ✅
Same here, and Alex's store in Edmonton is now in the Top 10 on page 1 of my bucket list (single spaced, double-sided). Will be traveling from Northern California, USA once the pandemic starts to eventually wind down.
The Chameleon Bracelet is already up to $1000.00 it's almost twice as much as the Chanel Bracelet or the Hermes ring. I think you are going to do very well on just the jewellery auction.
Alex, grab Melissa's hair dryer and use it on the paint on the showcase. When it gets warm, you can peel it off like tape! Much easier than using chemicals. You'll actually see the paint "let go" as it gets warm enough to release. I use a razor knife to lift the edge, then just grab and rip. Won't harm the wood, and is much easier than trying to scrape and sand.
Wow! Thanks for that hint. I hate sanding. I remember my Dad using a blowtorch & putty knife to remove many layers of paint, come to think of it. But it stank like hell & was probably toxic.
Your buoyant enthusiasm is contagious. You could sell snow to Inuits! You're a clear communicator peppering your pitch with puns and pleasing to my peepers. 😁
Truly enjoyed the hoarder house series. As a music teacher myself, she seemed to be a fascinating person. Amazing what stories people have that we may never know.
There is a legend that the early Iron Rings worn by Canadian Engineers came from the scrap from that bridge. I don't believe that is the case -- Stainless Steel (like the one I wear) lasts a lot longer and doesn't rust.
It's wonderful! I got a beautiful bar in the silver auction and I'm looking forward to watching the live stream for the jewelry auction . Thank you both for staying on TH-cam and not signing a series contract for a production project.
Alexander, that ostrich has many of the same colors the peacock had that Stephen sent to me as a "Bonus Doodle" when he painted two of our cats!! I'm Lorrie's World's mom.
Alex, I'm in interior Alaska and ice cream sales in the winter are better than in the summer. It seems crazy but it's true. You might want to rethink stocking that freezer case.......🙃
The Queens Gambit was an awesome series....glad to see you getting things ready at the store. I really enjoyed watching you all clear out your most recent venture...you find such awesome adventures to tackle!! Her history/life story by you was a great tribute as well!
Very talented son! My husband and mother are artists. As a child my mother would draw my paper dolls and clothing as we could not even afford a 10 cent Katy Keene comic book. My husband had a paper route so he could buy his first art easel at 15 y/o. After that goal he would take a bus downtown to the Detroit Institute of Arts. My mother has passed away but her art work is in the homes of all five of her children and their children. Same for my husband. They say portraitures is the hardest work. 😊🇺🇸
Bottom of the world by tom waits. The fact that he was mentioned in your video, makes watching this that much cooler. I just got and am enjoying a goldtop (the original) les paul, and really dig your restoration on the gibson. Much blessings your way.....
Omg! Finally a new episode! I’ve been having withdrawals. Live feeds don’t count - haha! I’m glad to see you back!! Thank you Alex! Nice to see the guitar restored. And, you’ve got a nice new garbage can / jukebox ;)
What better item to keep from Madam Rac's place than the Gibson that you fixed yourself? It's the Cadillac of acoustics after all, and perhaps she will sing along with you from the afterlife when you play it!
Gosh I love Gibsons… (bass player here) I wish I was a little closer… I’m in New England in the US, the drive would be killer 😬 recent subscriber to your channel… love the musician’s house series… what treasures! Hans and Zenovia are sweethearts 💛 I haven’t yet watched the updates to say how much you made… hoping it was awesome! God bless!
I’ve been to so many bad auctions, it makes me nervous to consign my own items. Would love if you had the time to make a video on how to pick a good auction house!
@@rebeccapettifer6553 yup when it got windy it would buck, but no one knew why or realized it would cause it to fail. It was a case of mechanical resonance.
Alex, you put so much planning and labor into this project, and the results promise to be very rewarding. Likely you will make back many times more than you initial investment. I didn't get notification on this video till today, so it's a nice treat to watch it now.
Hi from Fort Madison, Iowa, USA.....I have been following the Potter & Musician house hoards.....thanks for sharing your adventures....I am in my 70's so I just enjoy watching what you do because I don't have the strength to do those things my self but would love to......did some furniture repair & refurbishing in my day & enjoyed it immensely.....keep sharing your adventures & the beautiful work that Stephan is doing.....God bless & stay safe & well.
just saw the grabber!on the floor. great for stocking the shelves, and extending your reach on picks! Use it in good health! Appreciate your show and the family of fun people!
Keep your eye out for a rotating display case. I had one in my shop and they were great for jewelry and small items. People lived to push the button and look at all the different items.
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I’m in Montreal and know about the collapse of the Quebec City bridge. As in interesting fact for you - when engineering students graduate from university, they participate in the Iron Ring ceremony. Graduates receive a ring that is said to be made from steel from the collapsed bridge to remind them of their obligations and ethics of their profession. They wear the ring on their little finger of their dominant hand so when it drags on the paper when they work, they are reminded of its symbolism.
That's pretty cool!
This is awesome!
That's so cool. A great reminder to do it right!
My cousin, 40 years after graduating, still wears hers.
Wow! So neat, thank you for sharing.
I've only been here since this hoarder house series, and I already think you're have one of the most interesting channels anywhere!
It's a combination of Hoarders and Antique Roadshow or Pawn Stars, but with a dose of good family values. I wish you much success!
Well said Julie.👍🏼
Welcome!
Highly recommend going backwards in time and watching the many adventures and such in order with all updates etc in between too.
It's a wonderful, engaging, authentic channel- and us addicts can't get enough lol!
I by a coincidence was looking for something to watch on TH-cam and your video about the hoarder house and it caught my attention and I’ve been watching your videos since yesterday, all day and night! Good luck with your plans!!!
Why doesn’t this channel have 10 million subscribers yet?!?!? Best channel out there! 👍🏼❤️
Hi there JIG! We love Alex and Melissa, don't we?
Love your user name also!
Bit of trivia. My brother in law designed the logo with the Chapman Kids for Chapman's ice-cream. In fact, when they still used the old boxes for their ice lollies, he used my then two year old daughter as the inspiration for the last kid on the end of the box. She still loves that and she's now 32.
I 'm so glad you found the neck to the guitar and were able to restore it. Alex, you are so good at fixing things and making them beautiful and usable again. Your son is an excellent artist! You are a hard worker and a blessed man! Such a good father and you have a wonderful family. Glad I got to know you through TH-cam, along with everyone else from your channel. Stay blessed and great luck with the auction. Your store looks fantastic. Wish I could pop in!
Man, I sure wish I lived closer. Be a blast to be able to just pop in now and then. Alex, your wholesome life and charitable maner is so appreciated, wish there were millions more of you. Thanks for the inspiration to be more like you. Love from Texas. 🇺🇸
Maura, I agree! I’m also a Texan. 😀
Texan here also!!! lol 😂
If we had just a few more people like Alex & Mel, the world would be a much better place.
@@007nadineL Sorry, I find that rude! Was that your intent?
@@grannyqute2273
I don't know that the person intended to be rude but it kinda looks that way. I've never seen or heard Alex beg for money. He appreciates support but I don't think it's required. Just watching the videos causes them to make money. Liking the videos makes him money and he has all of what he makes in his store and at auctions. I don't think he needs anyone out there telling ppl to donate. This person is definitely enthusiastic about the channel. I'm just not sure that it's all being said in a way that's very nice. Crazy!!!
Cool 50s furniture, Paul.
Thanks! ... I started picking up what I could find back in the late 80s .. I wish I had the forethought to really go after it then ! The authentic pieces are worth a fortune now , so I'm working on it and what I cant find I make lol
Stephens art is awesome. So enjoy his work
I had a great deal of fun bidding over the last couple of weeks. It was safe because I knew I’d always be outbid, but it was fun. On your display case : line it with fabric instead of painting. Cut cardboard to fit in each section, wrap with fabric and glue or duct tape it in place and fit each section snuggly into the shelves and back.
That is a nice idea. Alternatively use vintage wallpaper. I have sold a lot of vintage art-deco era wallpaper recently and people are buying it for this purpose. All sold out quickly to the US and Canada.
Hi Alex, hope you see this comment. I have been in the antiques business for a long time and have restored many pieces of Oak furniture over the years. Your showcase was most likely a baker's cake display case or maybe a chocolatier's showcase. The original screws on the front would have been round headed brass. However you restore it I'm sure it will look much better. Great videos. Wishing you and your family health and happiness.
Alex, can you take a video walk through when Madam Rac's house is fixed and ready for sale, and show a before and after, looks like it will be a great house for some lucky family.
He didn't buy the house, only the contents
It depends on the owner if they let him
Rock & Roll Paul ! We’ve missed you !!! How is your friend doing with the clothes ? Did he find any treasures in the pockets or handbags 👜?
Hoping to purchase a trinket from the auction ✅
Hi, I actually haven't spoken to him recently... I'll get on that
You have put Edmonton on my “want to visit” list from NC. Thanks for the great content.
Same here. Swing thru TN and pick me up! Lol!
Same here and I'm talking about traveling from India!
Same here, and Alex's store in Edmonton is now in the Top 10 on page 1 of my bucket list (single spaced, double-sided). Will be traveling from Northern California, USA once the pandemic starts to eventually wind down.
If you do go to Edmonton !Mall as well I was there in the late 80s and it was the size of 40 football fields back then.....amazing place as well.
Hello from Concord, NC! We should travel as a caravan!
The Chameleon Bracelet is already up to $1000.00 it's almost twice as much as the Chanel Bracelet or the Hermes ring. I think you are going to do very well on just the jewellery auction.
It is such a unique piece! Whoever wins that is going to be the talk of the town when they’re wearing it.
@@stephanieh3776 Could be just an investment. I would be scared to wear it out in case I was robbed for it lol
@@MissX905 You could if you won the bid have it mounted in a shadow box on the wall and admire it all day. :)
I hate to say it but I looked up the brand that he said it was and they still sell that bracelet for 499 new on their website ..
Can anyone tell me how i can find the auction
Alex, grab Melissa's hair dryer and use it on the paint on the showcase. When it gets warm, you can peel it off like tape! Much easier than using chemicals. You'll actually see the paint "let go" as it gets warm enough to release. I use a razor knife to lift the edge, then just grab and rip. Won't harm the wood, and is much easier than trying to scrape and sand.
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Wow! Thanks for that hint. I hate sanding. I remember my Dad using a blowtorch & putty knife to remove many layers of paint, come to think of it. But it stank like hell & was probably toxic.
Heat guns work better...but a hair dryer in a pinch may/may not get it hot enough to peel.
@@FigaroHey Probably, and you can burn the wood.
Fascinating history of the Quebec bridge. Very cool
I'd be fascinated to see a documentary about that incident. I never heard about it.
Alex should keep the book and someday do a documentary himself. He's a great film maker and the story is quite something!
I love these video "hodge podge" videos! A nice change of pace, and it's great to see what you are getting in the store as well!
Your buoyant enthusiasm is contagious. You could sell snow to Inuits! You're a clear communicator peppering your pitch with puns and pleasing to my peepers. 😁
Love that you have got so much done. The store looks like the best place. And Paul is turning out to be quite an interesting guy!
Whilst you’re fixing your display cabinet, you could fit castors/wheels hidden underneath and it would make it easier to move around in your shop 👍🏻 x
Very inspiring idea, I hope Alex read your comment:)
WOW your son has talent!!! Love his art.
Truly enjoyed the hoarder house series. As a music teacher myself, she seemed to be a fascinating person. Amazing what stories people have that we may never know.
You and Josh adding to your treasures.
Stephen's art is amazing.
Dude, that bridge began the oath of the Iron Ring for Canadian Engineers! $80 is a steal! From Calgary.
There is a legend that the early Iron Rings worn by Canadian Engineers came from the scrap from that bridge. I don't believe that is the case -- Stainless Steel (like the one I wear) lasts a lot longer and doesn't rust.
@@MichaelSteeves That was my understanding as well. My ring (80's vintage) was produced from steel salvaged from the Ocean Ranger.
@@MichaelSteeves Real or not, at least somebody is promoting ethics in engineering school.
the eye on that ostrich painting is wonderful. its expression looks great.
Really!? Ice-cream 🍦 tastes best when it's cold outside! Stock the cooler!
Good morning from London. It's nearly 4am and I finally feel like sleeping 😴 Oh, new video! I guess not today 😉
It's wonderful! I got a beautiful bar in the silver auction and I'm looking forward to watching the live stream for the jewelry auction . Thank you both for staying on TH-cam and not signing a series contract for a production project.
Your son is very talented.
I love how you organize your store!
The store looks great! You really pack a lot into your day, everyday!
Just a thought: put the Gibson on a guitar stand next to the piano in the cafe. You never know it could provide for an aspiring duo.🎶 🎸🎹🎶
Oh yes!
Hey, fabulous idea!
Love that idea. Alex, you should keep the Gibson as you seem to like it so much 🎸🇦🇺
Jam session night on the menu. 🎶 Thanks for acknowledging, ya'll!
Alexander, that ostrich has many of the same colors the peacock had that Stephen sent to me as a "Bonus Doodle" when he painted two of our cats!! I'm Lorrie's World's mom.
Yours I think was a peacock :)
@@MelArchbold you're absolutely right. Senior moment!!
Wishing you a hugh success with your auction Alex.🤑
As much work as it was, it was worth it. You found some amazing things.
Those suitcases would look perfect in the boot of the Rolls
I bet that's why he took them home with him.
Winter time is when we sold the most ice cream ,here in Michigan...Store looks nice..love to have that coke machine by the door..
I love ice cream in winter !
We sold more ice cream in the winter time than we did in the summertime...I love ice cream in the winter too..
@@007nadineL Supposedly, eating cold things in the cold warms you up. Eating hot things in the heat cools you off.
I LOVE Stephen's ostrich!!!
Enthralled, as usual. Hi from Vancouver Island!
The jukebox came together beautifully. Excellent work ! 💙
I’m loving the music in the background , it kinda sounds like a carnival.. 👍😀😃☺️😃😁
Way to go Paul plugging the man Tom Waits!!! I needed to pause for some Tom Waits and reminisce the time when I saw him live. Thank you sir!
Yay! Rock & Roll Paul!! He is so cool!
Thanks! ☺
@@balanchuk get working on that TH-cam channel!! We need some of the old school punk vibe back in the world!
@@phoenix0138 a friend of mine has a go pro ... ill ask him to help out 🙃🙂
@@balanchuk looking forward to it man..keep us posted and we will follow!!!
You clean up so good!!, Zoltar (sp) I could hear a couple times in the background, shop looks good!
Your son is quite the budding artist!
Thank you for taking us on these adventures.
My parents had the exact same set of suitcases. I think they're indestructable. :)
Alex, I'm in interior Alaska and ice cream sales in the winter are better than in the summer. It seems crazy but it's true. You might want to rethink stocking that freezer case.......🙃
I remember Ice cream year round when I lived in Alaska, it was always time for ice cream!
You scream, I scream, We all scream for ice cream.
The Queens Gambit was an awesome series....glad to see you getting things ready at the store. I really enjoyed watching you all clear out your most recent venture...you find such awesome adventures to tackle!! Her history/life story by you was a great tribute as well!
Big shout out to your son's art skills!! The ostrich looks amazing and what a great gift to get as a Mum!!
Glad to see you back . Take care of yourself.
Having lots of fun with the auction bids. Amazing stuff!!!
Your son is a fantastic artist. His details of the eyes and feathers brilliant.
Enjoyed your conversation with RNR Paul, thanks for including it.
Very talented son! My husband and mother are artists. As a child my mother would draw my paper dolls and clothing as we could not even afford a 10 cent Katy Keene comic book. My husband had a paper route so he could buy his first art easel at 15 y/o. After that goal he would take a bus downtown to the Detroit Institute of Arts. My mother has passed away but her art work is in the homes of all five of her children and their children. Same for my husband. They say portraitures is the hardest work. 😊🇺🇸
looking forward to seeing what you do with that showcase. you have such a creative mind and fun personality. i bet you are fun to hang out with.
“Cool Rock in Roll Paul” Awesome Dude!!!! You have really great friends.
You make me so tired just watching all you do in a day! lol
I'm slowly collect midcentury items for my home and I aspire to have some goodies like Paul. Love your decor Paul too cool!
If that jukebox can't be made to run it would make an absolutely stunning drinks / cocktail cabinet!!
Wow! That ostrich looks awesome!
Bottom of the world by tom waits. The fact that he was mentioned in your video, makes watching this that much cooler. I just got and am enjoying a goldtop (the original) les paul, and really dig your restoration on the gibson. Much blessings your way.....
WOW!!! Steven’s art is fabulous!! I knew he was talented, didn’t realize he’s uber talented!!
The ostrich is awesome! I'd love to have that simple(lol) painting on my wall..Super well done!
You've had this place for 2 years already!!!! Crazy how time flies!!!!
That display case you are repairing looks pretty cool! Good luck on the auction too by the way.
Omg! Finally a new episode! I’ve been having withdrawals. Live feeds don’t count - haha! I’m glad to see you back!! Thank you Alex! Nice to see the guitar restored. And, you’ve got a nice new garbage can / jukebox ;)
Good to see Paul again - you have some neat friends.
Hope the jewelry sale goes great for you!
Wow. That fender case was exactly what my Dad had. Case wore out but I still have his fender guitar. I believe it is from 1973. I just want the case!
Enjoyed. Beautiful jewelry that Madame Rac owned. This is a huge auction. Wishing you the best of results. Great job repairing the guitar.
Liked the jazzy ragtime!
Shop looks great! Love the jewelry, the showcase you are refinishing & Stephens ostrich
Continued success to you & your family 🍀🍀
Every video makes me happy. ☺️
What better item to keep from Madam Rac's place than the Gibson that you fixed yourself? It's the Cadillac of acoustics after all, and perhaps she will sing along with you from the afterlife when you play it!
I love the idea of keeping it near the piano. It has wonderful tone!
Stephen is very talented! Keep on encouraging him
I love rock in roll too, your friend got cool stuff in his phone too.
I look forward to visiting tour shop next time I am in Edmonton ❤🇨🇦
Rock and Roll Paul! Woot! Glad you're back.
Don't be wooried about the lengh of you videos They are so fun and informative! Thumbs up! Trish
Your son is a great artist. That's beautiful.
I hope the auctions go well for you Alex!
Gosh I love Gibsons… (bass player here) I wish I was a little closer… I’m in New England in the US, the drive would be killer 😬 recent subscriber to your channel… love the musician’s house series… what treasures! Hans and Zenovia are sweethearts 💛
I haven’t yet watched the updates to say how much you made… hoping it was awesome! God bless!
I’ve been to so many bad auctions, it makes me nervous to consign my own items. Would love if you had the time to make a video on how to pick a good auction house!
Alex uses Kastner's because they are local to Edmondton and take care of everything once he's delivered his items to the auction house.
I’m surprised what a handy man to have around you are! You’re so dapper and polite and I dunno it’s just kind of hot that you can fix things too.
And married
@@katelynjames7810 As am I.
Here in Washington we had the Tacoma Narrows bridge. It was known as Galloping Gertie by locals until it failed.
I live about 15 minutes west of the bridge!!
Did people actually drive on it like that?
@@rebeccapettifer6553 yup when it got windy it would buck, but no one knew why or realized it would cause it to fail. It was a case of mechanical resonance.
@@Angeldotty Wow!
@@Angeldotty Yes! I think every school physics' student learns about your late bridge. There're some scary photos of it "in action".
Alex, you put so much planning and labor into this project, and the results promise to be very rewarding. Likely you will make back many times more than you initial investment. I didn't get notification on this video till today, so it's a nice treat to watch it now.
Wow! Your son is so talented as well!👵Good luck with the auction!
Hi from Fort Madison, Iowa, USA.....I have been following the Potter & Musician house hoards.....thanks for sharing your adventures....I am in my 70's so I just enjoy watching what you do because I don't have the strength to do those things my self but would love to......did some furniture repair & refurbishing in my day & enjoyed it immensely.....keep sharing your adventures & the beautiful work that Stephan is doing.....God bless & stay safe & well.
Super job Alex! Appreciate your work ethics. The videos are so interesting.
just saw the grabber!on the floor. great for stocking the shelves, and extending your reach on picks! Use it in good health! Appreciate your show and the family of fun people!
it's good to see the coughing is gone !
Paul is a great refinisher.
Thank you Alex ,that was fun. Liked seeing Paul. Glad to see the guitar fixed too.
I love all of Stephens art! It keeps getting better and better if that's possible. Thanks for sharing.
Your look very dapper Alex.The suitcases will look fab
That ostrich is wonderful.
Keep your eye out for a rotating display case. I had one in my shop and they were great for jewelry and small items. People lived to push the button and look at all the different items.
That guitar sounds so good ! 🎸
I hope you keep it
Funny to hear Zoltar doing his schtick in the background! 🤣
Paul seems like a very nice man , I've thoroughly enjoyed your videos.