Believe it or not, wrapping the Mulsanne’s steering wheel in leather is such a complex task that only four trimmers at Bentley Motors know how to do it. National Geographic highlights two of those craftsmen in a recent documentary titled "Ultimate Factories: Bentley Mulsanne." … [Read more...] about Wrapping a Bentley Steering Wheel
Hand Stitching
Pro Tip: Hand Stitching Steering Wheels
Bentley Motors equips its auto upholstery team with millions of dollars in high-tech machinery and tools to fabricate and trim its luxury interiors. But when it comes to wrapping steering wheels, it's coach trimmers rely on a simple kitchen utensil to get the job done. … [Read more...] about Pro Tip: Hand Stitching Steering Wheels
Jeep Concepts Feature Hand Stitching
Jeep recently sidestepped its rugged nature to unveil two concept trim levels that sport a range of luxury features, including unique hand-stitched French seams — more evidence that automakers (especially those in the U.S.) are beginning to recognize the importance of a quality interior. … [Read more...] about Jeep Concepts Feature Hand Stitching
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
Faurecia Introduces Flat-Seam Stitching
Faurecia, one of the largest automotive interior-parts manufacturers in the world, is boasting about having developed flat-seam stitching for customizable, high-end automotive seating – done entirely by machine. … [Read more...] about Faurecia Introduces Flat-Seam Stitching
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