In the craft of auto upholstery, we often use the term "landau top" to refer to a vehicle's simulated convertible top. But how many of us ever stopped to wonder where the term comes from and why it's used? … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Landau Top’?
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Mini Cooper Seats: From Start to Finish
Take a look at how car seats are assembled by the manufacturers in this video clip by the popular TV series “How It’s Made.” The episode follows a first-tier supplier as it assembles front and rear seating intended for a Mini Cooper. … [Read more...] about Mini Cooper Seats: From Start to Finish
NV Prison Upholstery Shop Turns a Profit
In September, we told you about how inmates at Southern Desert Correctional Center in Nevada are being trained in crafts like auto upholstery to prepare them for life on the outside. Well, after one year the prison shop in which they work just posted a huge profit. … [Read more...] about NV Prison Upholstery Shop Turns a Profit
From SMS Auto Fabrics to Congress?
Here's something interesting that you don't hear about every day — Ben Pollock, who grew up working in his family's company SMS Auto Fabrics, is running for U.S. Congress. … [Read more...] about From SMS Auto Fabrics to Congress?
So You Want to Offer Custom Dashboards?
Hotrod & Restoration Magazine's latest "Interior Insights" article by Ace Eckleberry of ACE Custom Upholstery & Rod Shop is all about custom dashboards. He talk about how to sell customers on dash jobs, the challenges you can expect to face while doing them and the rewards as well. … [Read more...] about So You Want to Offer Custom Dashboards?
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