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NC Trim Shop Closes After 30 Years

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While we're on the subject of how you learned auto upholstery, let's all tip our hats to Gary Childress of Auto Top & Trim Shop in Reidsville, North Carolina. After suffering a stroke in August that left him unable to live on his own or drive, Childress has decided to close his 30-year-old shop and move to Shelby to partner with his son, Sandy, in opening Kustom Auto Trim … [Read more...] about NC Trim Shop Closes After 30 Years

How Did You Learn Auto Upholstery?

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Stories about how individual auto trimmers learned the trade has always intrigued me. It’s one of the last remaining crafts where apprenticeship is essential, so there’s always an interesting story to be told. I’d like to share with you the story of how I learned auto upholstery; and hopefully you’ll share yours in the comments section below. I have a feeling that they’re … [Read more...] about How Did You Learn Auto Upholstery?

Ever wonder how leather is priced?

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There are a lot of misconceptions about the cost of leather. Most folks assume that the more expensive a hide is, the better it must be. According to Garrett Leather, that’s not the case at all. In their latest blog post, “Understanding Leather Price Points”, Garrett Leather highlights six factors that affect the price of hides – some of which may surprise you. … [Read more...] about Ever wonder how leather is priced?

Do You Remember the Nauga?

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Remember the Nauga - that mythical creature from which Naugahyde supposedly comes from? In the 1960's and 1970's you couldn't turn on the TV without seeing one. Today, they're still spearheading marketing campaigns for the all-American brand of artificial leather. In fact, you can even adopt a Nauga through Naugahyde's website. Cheaper imports have made it so that Naugahyde … [Read more...] about Do You Remember the Nauga?