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Learn Auto Upholstery with this New Book

September 28, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Learn Auto Upholstery With This New Book

Whether you’re a rookie or seasoned auto upholstery professional, pick up a copy of “Automotive Upholstery & Interior Restoration” by Fred Mattson. The newly published book is essential reading for everyone in our craft.

Fred is owner and operator of Convertible Tops and Interiors by Fred in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, where he specializes in Corvettes and scratch-built restorations on vintage cars. He’s also a longtime friend of The Hog Ring, who has written a number of excellent articles for our community.

With nearly 50 years of experience in the craft and a firm commitment to seeing the industry grow, Fred is the perfect person to write a book about auto upholstery.

In “Automotive Upholstery & Interior Restoration,” Fred covers a range of topics — including the tools of the trade, sewing, pattern making, seat restoration, door panels, armrests, bow-style headliners, cutting and sewing carpet and convertible top installation.

The book is nearly 200 pages long, providing in-depth instructions and loads of high-resolution color photos illustrating the processes. Fred’s instructions and advice are clear and easy to follow.

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Although the book is written for novices, veteran craftsman will also find it enjoyable and may even pick up a few tips and tricks along the way.

“The book is being sold as a ‘How To’ book, but I wrote it more for the person that might want to begin a career in the auto trimming business,” said Fred. “The detailed step-by-step procedures and photographs are from my perspective on what you need to know to get professional results when working on a project.”

Fred’s passion for training the next generation of auto trimmers on the proper techniques of our craft is inspiring. I highly recommend this book to any trimmer who wants to learn the ins and outs of classic car interior restoration from an experienced professional.

To order your copy of “Automotive Upholstery & Interior Restoration,” visit CarTechBooks.com or call 1-800-551-4754. The book costs just $29.95 plus shipping.

Filed Under: Archive, Pro Tips, Products & Reviews, THR Favorites Tagged With: Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, Book Review, Car Interior, Convertible Tops & Interiors by Fred

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Comments

  1. Andy Roberson says

    September 28, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    I would like a step by step book!

  2. Grant says

    September 29, 2017 at 1:05 am

    Picked up a copy on amazon!

  3. Fred Mattson says

    September 29, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    Thank you to everyone for the support.

  4. Custom Upholstery Works says

    September 30, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    Just placed my order…always willing to learn new techniques.

  5. Ron says

    October 3, 2017 at 9:22 pm

    Can’t wait for mine

  6. cesar chavez says

    June 14, 2018 at 6:51 pm

    I was reading some excerpts of master trimmer Fred Mattson’s book and it looked to me full of interesting ideas. I would say a complete guide for people who is starting to learn upholstery and a nice reminder for some of us who already do something of this job. I like the narrative as I follow the steps it seems to me as if I were performing the project in my mind. Besides, I also have found some history of our craft.

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