Sometimes dirt is the only thing holding old furniture together. You committed a labor of love restoring this bookshelf for your friend. Thanks to your efforts, she proudly can pass that piece of her family history down to the next generation.
It turned out great. I'm sure your friend really appreciated the effort & frustration you put into sacing the piece. Funny how some of the smallest things become our biggest challenges.
That must have felt so deflating when the veneer came off. Good on you for sticking through it, even if because of a commission. Dashner Designs is a great channel for furniture makeovers if you haven’t already watched!
Thank you! …I’ve literally been trying to refinish a dresser (that I had gotten from my grandma) from the 1800s…. And it has taken me all summer…and I’m still not quite done!!! It was so comforting to see that others run into so many frustrating problems too!!!! The bookshelf looks beautiful! Wonderful job! (And thank you!)
Nice job Clara! The joys of makeover mistakes and we make plenty of them!🤣🤣 You overcame and this piece really turned out great! Always nice to save a sentimental piece!❤❤
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ROFL. I'm sorry but I just love how you include your mistakes. Plus I have a piece that could be your's twin in dirt. Except it is also loaded with roach poo so I was thinking of hosing it. Thank you, I won't be doing that now. I didn't know about the wood paneling. Thank you again. Your efforts paid off. It's amazing! Hope I do half as well and with your same sense of humor.
Glad you're back and this piece was the perfect piece to start out with(as far as furniture anyways lol) ....came out beautiful and this is definitely a Labor of Love. .Many blessings Claire,🙏🤩👍
I have had the same issues with my Wagner Double Duty. You really need to thin the paint and make sure your air pressure is adjusted each time. After using mine several times I am still trying to get the hang of it. Don't give up yet. Get yourself some cardboard and test spray!
I have the same sprayer and have to troubleshoot almost every time I use it. I haven't tried the ispray (larger) front end yet, I've stuck with the 'detail' front end, because I read the detail nozzle is better for a finer finish. regardless I find that this sprayer spits product out, especially poly, so I tend to start the sprayer off to the side, and then slowly move it toward the piece I'm painting. I still usually have a few chunks or runs to sand out, almost every time. love your content, and I look forward to your videos :)
Thanks, Ava! Good to know. Yes I tried both nozzles this time because the detail nozzle wasn't working. Probably just need to add QUITE a bit more water :)
That turned out fabulous! For the wax, next time you can heat a little up in the microwave to soften (just a little, like a couple of seconds) so it’s a little softer when applying 😉 I’m from Canada 🥶That’s a little trick I do! 🙃
Clara, I think it was pure genius using the hose. Think of all the time it saved you bye eliminating all the loose veneer 🤣👍. All joking aside very nicely done. Been lagging a bit in getting over here to watch but, congrats on breaking the 5K subs & we're nearing 10K!! Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey!!
Sometimes dirt is the only thing holding old furniture together. You committed a labor of love restoring this bookshelf for your friend. Thanks to your efforts, she proudly can pass that piece of her family history down to the next generation.
Haha!! yes it is true. Dirt glue! Ha. Thanks for the kind words :)
"I think you should make mistakes" made my day. Thank you for saying that--I definitely needed to hear it.
Wow! Huge difference. I like the simplicity of that piece; black is the right color.
Thanks, Kay! Yes, black is nice and sleek!
Way to persevere! It looks wonderful and will be loved forever.
Aw, thanks so much, Karen. I sure hope so! :)
I love how this turned out. Your friend must be so pleased
Aw, thanks so much, Liz!! Yes she seems happy with it :)
We learn more from our mistakes than we ever do our successes. Turned out great in the end. I’m sure your friend will be delighted!
I totally agree. Thanks for sharing that perspective, Judy! I appreciate it!
I love your attitude! Yes, it is okay to make mistakes! We are not supposed to be perfect! I enjoy your videos! Great work on salvaging this piece!
Thank you Tanya! I agree. Thanks for your support!
It turned out great. I'm sure your friend really appreciated the effort & frustration you put into sacing the piece. Funny how some of the smallest things become our biggest challenges.
Totally, Christi. Good to keep perspective, huh! Thanks for the comment :)
I am really impressed!
Aw, thanks so much!
Sweet.
Nice and nostalgic save! The purple looks gorgeous on you!
Thanks so much!!
Never give up! Lesson learned! Well done!!
Absolutely. Thanks, Deborah!
Those that don't make mistakes never try new things 😊
I agree wholeheartedly :)
You saved it! Looks so much better!
Thanks so much, Yvette. WOO!
All of your hard work paid off! It's beautiful!
Thanks so much, Eve! Much better :)
Well done!
Thanks so much, Gail! :)
Ah ! That’s Better !
Hope your customer loves it 👍
Phew!! Saved! :)
Well saved ♥️
Thanks :)
You did a fantastic job, congrats!! The result is amazing!!
Thanks so much, Cecilia!
Wow, nice
Thanks!!
Beautiful ❤️
Thanks, Laura!
Wow, turned out great. You gave it new life❣
thank you
Great work
Thanks, Denise. I appreciate you!
That must have felt so deflating when the veneer came off. Good on you for sticking through it, even if because of a commission. Dashner Designs is a great channel for furniture makeovers if you haven’t already watched!
Totally. Thank you Alecia!! Yes I love his channel -- he is so GOOD!
amazing job!
Thanks so much, Heather!
Thank you! …I’ve literally been trying to refinish a dresser (that I had gotten from my grandma) from the 1800s…. And it has taken me all summer…and I’m still not quite done!!! It was so comforting to see that others run into so many frustrating problems too!!!! The bookshelf looks beautiful! Wonderful job! (And thank you!)
Hi Heidi! Oh my goodness, that sounds like a looooooong project! Have you finished yet? You got this!!!!
Nice job Clara! The joys of makeover mistakes and we make plenty of them!🤣🤣 You overcame and this piece really turned out great! Always nice to save a sentimental piece!❤❤
Thanks!! I know, right?! Always learning so much!!!!
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ROFL. I'm sorry but I just love how you include your mistakes. Plus I have a piece that could be your's twin in dirt. Except it is also loaded with roach poo so I was thinking of hosing it. Thank you, I won't be doing that now. I didn't know about the wood paneling. Thank you again. Your efforts paid off. It's amazing! Hope I do half as well and with your same sense of humor.
Haha thanks so much, Tammy! I'm glad you appreciate the mistakes. :) Best of luck with your project too!!
beautiful
Glad you're back and this piece was the perfect piece to start out with(as far as furniture anyways lol) ....came out beautiful and this is definitely a Labor of Love. .Many blessings Claire,🙏🤩👍
Thanks so much, Debra. YES a labor of love indeed! :)
Wowee it turned out beautiful!! I'll remember not to hose down any pieces in a hurry... Well done for your perseverance 🙌🏻✨
Thanks! Yes oh my goodness. Save time in the long run!!!!!
I have had the same issues with my Wagner Double Duty. You really need to thin the paint and make sure your air pressure is adjusted each time. After using mine several times I am still trying to get the hang of it. Don't give up yet. Get yourself some cardboard and test spray!
totally. Thanks Cheryl!! I think I need a tutorial on the air pressure thing!
Lol, you're so funny! The moment I said, "Girl just use the back of a hammer!" when using those pliers, and then you realized 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hahah! Took me a minute but I got it!!
Died. Literally that's what the other side of a hammer is for. -nod- been there! You were simply in the zone! Nice save!
hahaha. RIGHT?! Omg. I was like ..... there's a tool for this...... hahahah
Your hair looks cute. I like that length!
Thanks, Debbie! Sometimes it. feels so short still and sometimes I can't believe just how much it HAS grown!
🔨 just about spit my drink 😜
ha ha!!!!!
I have the same sprayer and have to troubleshoot almost every time I use it. I haven't tried the ispray (larger) front end yet, I've stuck with the 'detail' front end, because I read the detail nozzle is better for a finer finish. regardless I find that this sprayer spits product out, especially poly, so I tend to start the sprayer off to the side, and then slowly move it toward the piece I'm painting. I still usually have a few chunks or runs to sand out, almost every time. love your content, and I look forward to your videos :)
Thanks, Ava! Good to know. Yes I tried both nozzles this time because the detail nozzle wasn't working. Probably just need to add QUITE a bit more water :)
Would have been awesome to see your friends reaction when she saw it.
Totally. She hasn't picked it up yet so she hasn't seen it yet!! But she has seen photos and is excited :) Thanks for watchin!
That turned out fabulous! For the wax, next time you can heat a little up in the microwave to soften (just a little, like a couple of seconds) so it’s a little softer when applying 😉 I’m from Canada 🥶That’s a little trick I do! 🙃
Great tip, Donna! I actually don't have a microwave but I'm sure I could at the LEAST leave it in the house to warm rather than in the garage!!! :)
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Clara, I think it was pure genius using the hose. Think of all the time it saved you bye eliminating all the loose veneer 🤣👍. All joking aside very nicely done. Been lagging a bit in getting over here to watch but, congrats on breaking the 5K subs & we're nearing 10K!! Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey!!
Hehehee thanks!