I grew up in Cucamonga, about 1/4 mile below Sam's house. His property had a lot of citrus trees around it...We (as kids) had thrown some of his lemons/oranges under cars as they went by for kicks. Later, he let us pick his olive trees and my mom cured them by the barrels! I'm sure my parents returned the favor by giving him canned jars. He took us through his wood shop one day...such a regular guy... man's man. My folks have some of his work which means I will too someday.... who knew? And then they built the 210 fwy and he had to move his house...and he did...along with a lot of his favorite trees. Honored to know him, I don't have metal working tools, just wood....I love wood.
Sam was such an inspiration. He has been a life long hero of mine! I was fortunate enough to go to their first home and met Sam an Frida. It will be lifelong memory🙏
Loved watching this. When I lived in California, my house was 2 doors down from Sam Maloof’s daughter. Once I had learned about him I found out that Marylou was his daughter so I was asking questions about him. Marylou then took me over to meet Sam and see his house and shop (the older one). He was as nice then as he was in this video. And the furniture pieces there were amazing.
Damn. Kids need to watch this. Instead of dreaming about being a fireman or astronaut, they should dream about being a craftsman like Sam. The world needs more amazing people like this. Rest in peace Mr. Maloof.
I love "if you're gonna learn you just do it" if you mess it up you mess it up how else would you learn besides just going for it that reminds me so much of my popaw. Well if it's trash it's trash but you learned something
It's how I've lived since childhood....now at 62...I can fix or make most anything.....and I have fixed and made most everything...haha. I have one of Sam's rockers, an ottoman and a coffee table. I built my house yet I spend most of my time outdoors....away from that pesky TV.
I inherited a rocker (Walnut). I had to go over every sq inch with 0000 steel wool then 2 applications of specially made "Sam Maloof Oil/Wax Finish". I do this twice a year cuz I know Sam's watching....I have the rocker in my den with a short fence around it. It's so rich and beautiful after a fresh oil/wax. I also have a pedestal table and single seat bench, they get the same amount of attention..
I wonder if he had made duplicates of all those patterns that he kept in another place in case of a fire or something else that could destroy them? I know the design is in him but having patterns is nice to work from.
Sam Maloof had an overwhelming passion for working with wood. He inspired many people with his exquisite furniture. God Bless him.
I grew up in Cucamonga, about 1/4 mile below Sam's house. His property had a lot of citrus trees around it...We (as kids) had thrown some of his lemons/oranges under cars as they went by for kicks. Later, he let us pick his olive trees and my mom cured them by the barrels! I'm sure my parents returned the favor by giving him canned jars. He took us through his wood shop one day...such a regular guy... man's man. My folks have some of his work which means I will too someday.... who knew? And then they built the 210 fwy and he had to move his house...and he did...along with a lot of his favorite trees. Honored to know him, I don't have metal working tools, just wood....I love wood.
Sam was such an inspiration. He has been a life long hero of mine! I was fortunate enough to go to their first home and met Sam an Frida. It will be lifelong memory🙏
Creating something with immense love truly makes forget self and at that moment you truly live.Amazing words and work.
It would never get any better than this. Outstanding man and crew
His soul is as beautiful as his work.❤
Sam was a great man rest in peace dude
What a master, one can see what a lovely person he was. This is so inspiring.
Loved watching this. When I lived in California, my house was 2 doors down from Sam Maloof’s daughter. Once I had learned about him I found out that Marylou was his daughter so I was asking questions about him. Marylou then took me over to meet Sam and see his house and shop (the older one). He was as nice then as he was in this video. And the furniture pieces there were amazing.
That is one beautiful story to be proud of.. ❤️
I keep coming back to this. What an inspiration!
Damn. Kids need to watch this. Instead of dreaming about being a fireman or astronaut, they should dream about being a craftsman like Sam. The world needs more amazing people like this. Rest in peace Mr. Maloof.
I'm 16 and trying to learn these amazing skills.
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It’s not what you do it’s who you are.
An Astronaut can make a fine liar 😂
What a Honor to watch and be inspired by Sam.
Sam Maloof's work is amazing!
I used to love watching this show. I wish I could find the rest of the episodes.
Timelessly beautiful 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
There will never be another.
Wonderful man wonderful work.
I love "if you're gonna learn you just do it" if you mess it up you mess it up how else would you learn besides just going for it that reminds me so much of my popaw. Well if it's trash it's trash but you learned something
It's how I've lived since childhood....now at 62...I can fix or make most anything.....and I have fixed and made most everything...haha. I have one of Sam's rockers, an ottoman and a coffee table. I built my house yet I spend most of my time outdoors....away from that pesky TV.
I always wanted one of his chairs. But, they were unattainable. Expensive and exquisite. Rest In Peace Uncle Sam
I inherited a rocker (Walnut). I had to go over every sq inch with 0000 steel wool then 2 applications of specially made "Sam Maloof Oil/Wax Finish". I do this twice a year cuz I know Sam's watching....I have the rocker in my den with a short fence around it. It's so rich and beautiful after a fresh oil/wax. I also have a pedestal table and single seat bench, they get the same amount of attention..
Realy great video!
love this man❤
A true Artist...
Dude I have to go here
I wonder if he had made duplicates of all those patterns that he kept in another place in case of a fire or something else that could destroy them? I know the design is in him but having patterns is nice to work from.
Nice! No drama sorry in the wrong way.. NM
Man this video really brought warmth to my soul. Thanks for sharing. 🥲