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
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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
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
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
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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