Honeycomb, honeycomb, me want honeycomb! Nowadays, it seems like everybody wants a honeycomb pattern sewn onto their seat covers. The design – which is technically a hexagon or hextille pleat – has been featured in the Aston Martin Cygnet, Audi RS 7 and now the Volkswagen Design Vision GTI. … [Read more...] about Photo: VW GTI Honeycomb Seats
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Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
Are you an out-of-work auto trimmer? Fear not. We’ve scoured the internet for the latest employment opportunities in the field of auto upholstery and posted them on our jobs page. Best of all, we’ll continue to do so – so check back often! … [Read more...] about Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
4 Measuring Tools Every Trim Shop Needs
Measure twice and cut once – it’s good advice, especially for auto upholsterers who are short on time and hate wasting money. … [Read more...] about 4 Measuring Tools Every Trim Shop Needs
Fatal Shooting at 1st Class Upholstery
Sad news to report this morning: An employee of 1st Class Upholstery in San Pedro, CA was fatally shot yesterday when a masked gunman struck him down in front of his shop. … [Read more...] about Fatal Shooting at 1st Class Upholstery
Is Your Shop Ready for Obamacare?
American auto upholstery shop owners (and employees) confused by the "Affordable Care Act" – otherwise known as Obamacare – should check out the online resource SEMA has compiled for automotive professionals. This is especially important for shops that provide health benefits to employees. … [Read more...] about Is Your Shop Ready for Obamacare?
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