Ep 9. Dogs of Fo, Racing Car, JW Painting

In season 3 episode 9 of The Repair Shop, the team of talented craftsmen and women are presented with a collection of fascinating items in need of restoration. The first item to be brought in is a painting of a rugged landscape by renowned artist J.W. Whatling, which has been in the owner's family for generations. The crew is tasked with repairing the painting's extensive tears and intricate frame, while also restoring its vivid colors.

Next up is a wooden dog racing game, created over 100 years ago, which belongs to a family with a history of playing and enjoying the game together. The game features nine intricately crafted greyhounds on rollers and a mechanical track, but has fallen into disrepair over time. The team must take extra care with this treasured family heirloom to ensure it can be played for generations to come.

Finally, a rare and valuable miniature racing car from the 1930s rolls onto the workbench, requiring mechanical expertise and delicate handling. In addition to addressing some mechanical issues, the team must create a bespoke display case to keep this piece of history safe.

Throughout each restoration, the owners share the fascinating stories and histories of these unique objects, highlighting the importance they hold not only to themselves, but to future generations. The team of experts works tirelessly to seamlessly restore each item, paying the utmost attention to detail and using a range of traditional techniques to bring them back to their former glory.

As the episode draws to a close, the owners are reunited with their beloved items, now fully restored and more beautiful than ever before. The Repair Shop team has once again proven their skill and dedication to preserving the past, inspiring us all to cherish and care for our own cherished possessions.