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Shop Profile: Arrowhead Upholstery

January 24, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

Utah’s Daily Herald recently published an interesting profile on Shessann Logue, owner and operator of Arrowhead Upholstery. If you’re at all interested in how other trimmers got their start in the craft, it’s worth a read. … [Read more...] about Shop Profile: Arrowhead Upholstery

How Social Media Connects Trim Shops

January 17, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

Interested in how social media can help grow your auto upholstery shop? Checkout Restyling Magazine’s recent interview with Lisa and Mike Berggren of Dark Dog Customs. … [Read more...] about How Social Media Connects Trim Shops

Dante’s Modern Auto Top to Close

January 3, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

After 67 years in business, Dante's Modern Auto Top in Stockton, CA is preparing to close its doors for the last time. Owner and operator Ronnie Giovacchini, a second-generation auto trimmer who inherited the shop from his father, says business is good, but it's time retire. … [Read more...] about Dante’s Modern Auto Top to Close

JD from Mindfreak Visits Phoenix Upholstery

December 27, 2012 By Tech Help

Last summer, JD Sarantakos – star of the A&E hit show "Mindfreak" and brother of world-famous magician Chris Angel – unveiled five newly restored cars from his personal collection at the GM Nationals in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He filmed the restoration process leading up to the unveiling for a short YouTube documentary series. … [Read more...] about JD from Mindfreak Visits Phoenix Upholstery

Check Out Carlex Design’s Garage

December 24, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

Carlex Design – the Polish automotive design studio that brought us the steampunk Mini Countryman and hardwood Scania 164L 580 – recently published photos of its upholstery workshop. If you thought the company's cars were a dream, wait until you get a load of its garage! … [Read more...] about Check Out Carlex Design’s Garage

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