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Steve Hemstock has upholstered interiors for Jay Leno's multi-million dollar Ferrari and every one of the 39 Ford GTX1s ever made. But walk into his Wisconsin shop, Knights Autoworks & Upholstery, and you're likely to see a bunch of kids on the shop floor. … [Read more...] about 11 Kids, One Trim Shop: The Family Business That’s Redefining Success
Review: A Game Changing New Headliner Suede has Arrived from Big Z Fabric
If you’ve been in this business long enough, you already know: suede headliner fabrics look great, but can be stiff to work with — especially on headliner boards that have deep concave pockets or tight curves. … [Read more...] about Review: A Game Changing New Headliner Suede has Arrived from Big Z Fabric
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