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
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
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!
2012 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has published its 2012 "Occupational Outlook Handbook" on the upholstery industry – a brief study that every rookie and seasoned pro in the field should read. … [Read more...] about 2012 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery
Vehicle Dashboards as Modern Art
As automakers continue to push the boundaries of interior design, it's not surprising to see the public transition from viewing the cabin as just another place to sit to a form of modern art. And why not? Most already view vehicle exteriors in this way. Pop culture magazine Out of Order recently took a look at these emerging masterpieces – focusing specifically on the … [Read more...] about Vehicle Dashboards as Modern Art
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