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Fabricating One-Piece Molded Headliners with Rooster’s Rod Shop

September 5, 2023 By Naseem

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In the craft of auto upholstery, there are always new techniques to learn and master. One of them is how to fabricate one-piece, solid, molded headliners for classic cars originally equipped with bow-style headliners. … [Read more...] about Fabricating One-Piece Molded Headliners with Rooster’s Rod Shop

Learn to Install Convertible Tops with this New Book

January 24, 2020 By Naseem

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Installing convertible soft tops is one of the most technical aspects of our craft. Forget one step or do it incorrectly and the entire job can be ruined. … [Read more...] about Learn to Install Convertible Tops with this New Book

How to Bind an Isolated Hole in Carpet

January 3, 2020 By Nadeem

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Want to learn how to bind an isolated hole in a vehicle carpet? Check out this step-by-step tutorial by Brent Parker of Brent Parker Motor Trimming in Glenorie, Australia. … [Read more...] about How to Bind an Isolated Hole in Carpet

Pro Tip: How to Figure Out How Much Leather You Need

October 4, 2019 By Nadeem

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How many times have you ordered leather for an interior project only to find out later that it isn't enough? … [Read more...] about Pro Tip: How to Figure Out How Much Leather You Need

How to Make a French Seam Lay Flat

September 13, 2019 By Nadeem

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Did you ever wonder how automakers make French seams lay flat? This tutorial by Brent Parker of Brent Parker Motor Trimming will show you exactly how it's done. … [Read more...] about How to Make a French Seam Lay Flat

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For good reason, many auto upholstery shops … [more] about Sewing Airbag Seams with Durkopp Adler

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