Interested in learning how to hand stitch a steering-wheel cover? John Hunt Upholstery – a full-service interior repair shop in the U.K. – has published three short videos to help you master the skill. … [Read more...] about How to Hand Stitch a Steering Wheel Cover
Archives for October 2012
Opel Debuts Affordable Starlight Headliner
At the WardsAuto Interiors Conference held earlier this year, industry leaders hinted that automakers may soon forgo dome lights in favor of multiple LED lamps – a possible precursor to LED-laden headliner boards like that found in the Rolls Royce Phantom. They weren't kidding. German automaker Opel has just introduced the first budget-priced car to feature a … [Read more...] about Opel Debuts Affordable Starlight Headliner
Auto Upholstery in the Early 1900s, Pt. 2
Last month we published a short pictorial titled "Auto Upholstery in the Early 1900s". It proved so popular among our readers, that we decided to do a bit more digging to see if we could uncover even more photos of our industry's storied past. We did, in fact, find three additional photos that we happily share with you below. … [Read more...] about Auto Upholstery in the Early 1900s, Pt. 2
Why Do We Call It a ‘Glove Box’?
I'm no etymologist, but I've always been intrigued by the origin of words – especially as it applies to cars. There are, after all, a number of terms that we use every day in our industry that make no sense at all. That is, of course, until you understand where they come from. To satisfy my own curiosity, as well as to give everyone some fun facts to share with … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Glove Box’?
Katzkin-Rawlings Baseball Seat Covers
Baseball fans brace yourselves, the MLB postseason is finally here! And with it comes the usual fun and excitement of ace pitching, clutch hitting and game-changing runs. For auto upholstery shops, there’s also the added bonus of selling baseball-inspired leather interior kits – sold by Katzkin and officially licensed by Rawlings. … [Read more...] about Katzkin-Rawlings Baseball Seat Covers
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