Carlex Design, a Polish firm that specializes in redesigning car interiors, has just released images of its newest creation – MiniSteam, a one-of-a-kind steampunk-themed Mini Countryman. Not sure what steampunk is? Think of the submarine in Jules Verne's novel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. It's a style in which steam-powered mechanics is highlighted in an object's … [Read more...] about Carlex Steampunks the Mini Countryman
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Modern Interiors for Early Model Camaros
While cruising the Internet, I recently came across Marquez Design – a California-based manufacturer of CNC-milled aftermarket muscle car parts. The company mostly specializes in exterior components (like its line of badass taillights), but what really caught my eye is its interior section. … [Read more...] about Modern Interiors for Early Model Camaros
Sew Healthy with Proper Ergonomics
Sewing & Craft Alliance recently published a short, two-page guide on how to set up your sewing room so that you don't hurt or stress your back while working. The guide is geared more towards the seamstress than the auto trimmer, but the basic rules of sewing ergonomics remain the same. It's definitely worth a read. … [Read more...] about Sew Healthy with Proper Ergonomics
How to Build a Display Motorcycle Seat
In April, I wrote an article titled "Why I Build Miniature Car Seats". The article received such great feedback, that I decided to put together a short how-to video on the subject. This time, however, I'm building a display motorcycle seat. … [Read more...] about How to Build a Display Motorcycle Seat
Billy Murdock Wins This Week’s Prize!
Congratulations to Billy Murdock of Murdock's Auto Upholstery in Brevard, North Carolina for winning The Hog Ring‘s contest for "Comment of the Week". Billy takes home this week’s prize: 25 yards of black Naugahyde fabric and an 8 oz spool of 270 contrast thread! … [Read more...] about Billy Murdock Wins This Week’s Prize!
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