At just 32 years old, Dave Vos has already established himself as a master in the craft of auto upholstery — netting numerous awards, magazine spreads and, most importantly, the respect of his peers. In fact, his reputation and clientele are growing so quickly that his shop, Customs by Vos, is currently in the midst of a major expansion. … [Read more...] about Shop Profile: Customs By Vos
Video: Trimming Car Seats in Sheepskin
Wool is soft, comfortable, warm in the winter and cool in the summer. That’s why many drivers turn to sheepskin to protect their car seats. Check out this great video by Eagle Wools, an Australian manufacturer of sheepskin seat covers, to see just how they’re made. … [Read more...] about Video: Trimming Car Seats in Sheepskin
The Ford Mustang’s Short-Lived Towne Top
Removable hardtops are readily available for late-model Ford Mustangs. But did you know that detachable roofs date as far back as the pony's debut in 1964? … [Read more...] about The Ford Mustang’s Short-Lived Towne Top
How to Turn Shoppers into Customers
Early in my career, a customer brought his 1969 Chevrolet Camaro to my auto upholstery shop to inquire about a full custom interior. After speaking with me for over an hour and browsing through hundreds of fabric swatches, he still couldn’t decide how he wanted his interior to look. Over the course of a month, he returned five times — each time pulling me away from work to … [Read more...] about How to Turn Shoppers into Customers
Are Fashion Designers the New Trimmers?
Over the last few years, The Hog Ring has written a lot about the fashion industry's growing influence over the design of car interiors. However, it seems mainstream media is just now catching on. CBS News' Jeff Glor recently interviewed Anthony Prozzi, a former Donna Karan fashion designer turned Ford interior designer, all about it. … [Read more...] about Are Fashion Designers the New Trimmers?
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