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Are You Prepared for the 2014 SEMA Show?

August 20, 2014 By Nadeem

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The 2014 SEMA Show is less than three months away. As you make final preparations to showcase your products and services, tune in to SEMA’s free online seminar — today at 10:00 am PDT / 1:00 pm EDT — hosted by show director Tom Gattuso. It’ll tell you everything you need to know for a successful showcase. … [Read more...] about Are You Prepared for the 2014 SEMA Show?

Carlex Design’s Maserati Grandiamond

August 19, 2014 By Nadeem

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Last March, we challenged The Hog Ring community to "move beyond traditional diamond pleats." Since then, trimmers from all over the globe have emailed us photos of their own unique takes on the age-old stitch pattern. We've seen long tails, double long tails, single columns and even a few other awesome oddball designs. However, no one has quite met the challenge like Carlex … [Read more...] about Carlex Design’s Maserati Grandiamond

Shop Profile: Compton Custom Interiors

August 18, 2014 By Naseem

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One of the greatest pleasures for me in running The Hog Ring is the opportunity to speak with auto trimmers and shop owners from around the world and learn how they got their start in our highly specialized craft. I recently spoke with Jimmy Compton, a retired U.S. Army veteran, who told me all about his new-found career in auto upholstery and his shop, Compton Custom … [Read more...] about Shop Profile: Compton Custom Interiors

What’s New at Albright’s Supply?

August 16, 2014 By Nadeem

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If you haven’t already set up a business account with Albright’s Supply, you’re missing out. In addition to free shipping and their popular "10 Yard Store," they offer a long list of services, fantastic sales and fun promotions. … [Read more...] about What’s New at Albright’s Supply?

How to Rebuild a Mustang Bench Seat

August 14, 2014 By Nadeem

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Enthusiast website Mustang 360 recently published a fantastic pictorial on how to rebuild a 1965-1969 Ford Mustang bench seat. Every rookie trimmer should check it out! … [Read more...] about How to Rebuild a Mustang Bench Seat

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