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Artisan Stitchworks Grew to a Million Dollar Business in a Year

September 10, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

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If you want a custom interior from Artisan Stitchworks, get in line. The Oak Harbor, Washington, shop is already booked solid for the next four years — and it only opened a little over a year ago. … [Read more...] about Artisan Stitchworks Grew to a Million Dollar Business in a Year

This Malaysian Trimmer’s Story is Inspiring — and So Relatable

July 23, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

This Malaysian Trimmer’s Story Is Inspiring — and So Relatable

Every now and then, a new name in auto upholstery makes waves far beyond their hometown. In Shah Alam, Malaysia, that name is Acik Kusyen (Malay for “Uncle Cushion”). … [Read more...] about This Malaysian Trimmer’s Story is Inspiring — and So Relatable

Golden Boy: How a Nigerian Upholsterer Beat the Odds and Built a Thriving Shop

June 5, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

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In a quiet corner of Benin City, Nigeria, there’s a small upholstery shop where the hum of sewing machines blends with the sound of determination. … [Read more...] about Golden Boy: How a Nigerian Upholsterer Beat the Odds and Built a Thriving Shop

11 Kids, One Trim Shop: The Family Business That’s Redefining Success

May 30, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Knights Autoworks & Upholstery

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

Would You Work for Free to Learn a Trade? Codee Mixon Did—and Now He’s the Boss

May 15, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Mixon Magic Auto and Marine Upholstery

Let’s talk about grit for a second—the kind of determination that makes someone work for free just to get their foot in the door. That’s exactly how Codee Mixon got his start in the craft of auto upholstery. … [Read more...] about Would You Work for Free to Learn a Trade? Codee Mixon Did—and Now He’s the Boss

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