Shop Profiles

Salute to Master Trimmer Mike Johnson, Who is Officially Retired

December 23, 2021 By Kat Johnson

At his sewing station, with his pedal to the metal, Mike Johnson has stitched his way through miles of leather, vinyl and tweed, crafting upholstery for some of the world’s most notable concours-winning cars. But, after a long and storied career, Mike is preparing to retire. … [Read more...] about Salute to Master Trimmer Mike Johnson, Who is Officially Retired

Linda Bell of Tweed’s Upholstery Retires after 40 years

December 19, 2021 By Nadeem Muaddi

Linda Bell of Tweed's Upholstery in Gardnerville, Nevada, is retiring after nearly 40 years in the business. … [Read more...] about Linda Bell of Tweed’s Upholstery Retires after 40 years

Listen to Bill Carlton of ‘Texas Metal’ on NC Shop Talk!

November 24, 2021 By Nadeem Muaddi

Tune in to the latest episode of NC Shop Talk to hear Bill Carlton of Ekstensive Metal Works and Motor Trend's "Texas Metal" talk about his custom fabrication and automotive design shop in Houston, Texas. … [Read more...] about Listen to Bill Carlton of ‘Texas Metal’ on NC Shop Talk!

Listen to Stitch Girl Inc on NC Shop Talk!

November 10, 2021 By Nadeem Muaddi

Tune in to the latest episode of NC Shop Talk to hear Oksana Ignatova of Stitch Girl Inc. talk about her growing custom interior shop in Wauconda, Illinois. … [Read more...] about Listen to Stitch Girl Inc on NC Shop Talk!

Listen to Bux Customs on NC Shop Talk!

October 27, 2021 By Nadeem Muaddi

Tune in to the latest episode of NC Shop Talk to hear Chris McClintock of Bux Customs talk about his journey in the craft of auto upholstery. … [Read more...] about Listen to Bux Customs on NC Shop Talk!