It’s official, The Hog Ring is in Las Vegas for the 2013 SEMA Show – and this time what happens in Vegas will NOT stay in Vegas. (Yeah, we said that last year. But this time there's no hurricane to mess up our plans) … [Read more...] about The Hog Ring is at SEMA 2013
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Step inside a 1969 Cadillac Sedan Deville
Check out the OEM fabric used in this 60's Caddy and ponder this: Why do today's cars lack so much personality? … [Read more...] about Step inside a 1969 Cadillac Sedan Deville
There’s Something Furry in the new Aston Martin
It looks like a diamond-quilted bear pelt. I can't quite figure out what to make of it. … [Read more...] about There’s Something Furry in the new Aston Martin
Custom Hot Rod Armrests Made to Order
Arguably, the most difficult part about making custom hot rod door panels is fabricating a pair of matching armrests. Fortunately, there’s a company that sells a variety of pre-made ones to save you the trouble. … [Read more...] about Custom Hot Rod Armrests Made to Order
Photo: Spiral-Stitch French Seam
Inspired by Faurecia's flat-seam stitch, Ryan Nettleton of Exact Art Fabrications in Maple Shade, NJ has been experimenting with some innovative stitch designs of his own. Recently he showed off a few of his designs in The Hog Ring’s “Auto Upholstery Forum.” This spiral-stitched French seam stood out to me the most. … [Read more...] about Photo: Spiral-Stitch French Seam





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