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
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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
75 Years Strong: Inside the Family Legacy of Tommy’s Upholstery
In a quiet corner of Victoria, BC, there’s a shop where old-world craftsmanship is still alive — not as nostalgia, but as a thriving, modern trade. Tommy’s Upholstery, founded in 1949, is a family-run business now in its fourth generation, known not just for restoring seats, but for rebuilding a sense of connection to the craft. … [Read more...] about 75 Years Strong: Inside the Family Legacy of Tommy’s Upholstery
Listen to Jeremy Carlson of Avant-Garde Design on NC Shop Talk!
Tune in to the latest episode of NC Shop Talk to hear Jeremy Carlson of Avant-Garde Design in Palm City, Florida, talk about innovation and the future of car interiors. … [Read more...] about Listen to Jeremy Carlson of Avant-Garde Design on NC Shop Talk!
Ace Auto Trim Passes the Torch to Longtime Employee
Congrats to Ace Auto Trim and Ace Canvas & Upholstery in West Bend, Wisconsin, for accomplishing what many aging small businesses struggle with — passing the torch to a new owner and operator. … [Read more...] about Ace Auto Trim Passes the Torch to Longtime Employee
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