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Draw Pleats Faster With Stitch Templates

February 5, 2018 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Draw Pleats Faster With Stitch Templates

Thanks to programmable sewing machines, auto upholstery shops across the world are experiencing increased demand for complex stitch patterns, including hexagon and dragon-scale pleats. … [Read more...] about Draw Pleats Faster With Stitch Templates

Lexus Introduces Origami Fabric Pleats

November 24, 2017 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Lexus Introduces Origami Fabric Pleats

Auto upholstery shops will need to brush up on their origami before repairing Lexus' new flagship sedan, thanks to what the automaker calls "Takumi Craftsmanship." … [Read more...] about Lexus Introduces Origami Fabric Pleats

Hydes Offers Computerized Stitching

June 2, 2016 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Exact Art Fabrications - Hydes Leather

Since computerized sewing machines hit the scene, trimmers have been trying to recreate automaker’s unique stitch patterns. However, sewing such complex designs on a traditional sewing machine can be tedious, time consuming and sometimes impossible. Fortunately Hydes Leather will do the hard work for you. … [Read more...] about Hydes Offers Computerized Stitching

Shawn Krist Intros the Diamond-Heart Pleat

October 5, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Shawn Krist Diamond Heart Pleat

In March 2013, we published an article titled "Moving Beyond Traditional Diamond Pleats," in which we encouraged auto upholsterers to start experimenting with new and interesting variations of the traditional pattern. Since then, we've seen a number of unique interpretations. The latest is this beautiful diamond-turned-heart pleat by Shawn Krist of Krist Kustoms. … [Read more...] about Shawn Krist Intros the Diamond-Heart Pleat

Belarus Trim Shop Debuts Puzzle Pleats

September 28, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Puzzle Pleat

If you follow The Hog Ring on Instagram, then you know we feature a lot of photos by Belarusian auto upholstery shop CarInterior.by. That’s because they come up with some of the most original and eye-catching stitch patterns. Case in point: this awesome puzzle pleat. … [Read more...] about Belarus Trim Shop Debuts Puzzle Pleats

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