You've seen French seams. You’ve seen piping. But have you ever seen the two styles combined? You can achieve this unique look by procuring a twin-needle piping foot like the one featured on this Dürkopp Adler sewing machine. These types of feet are not easy to find, but an industrial-sewing supply shop can help you get one. Why not give it a shot? French-seam piping is a … [Read more...] about Photo: French-Seam Piping
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Study: Flame-Retardant Foams Ignite
You may be under the impression that the types of foam your auto upholstery shop uses are flame retardant. But according to a recent study overseen by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, many flame-retardant foams ignite just as quickly and intensely as regular foam – a safety issue we should all be concerned about. … [Read more...] about Study: Flame-Retardant Foams Ignite
Auto Upholstery Shop Reduced to Ashes
Antioch Convertibles and Auto Upholstery of Pittsburgh, PA was reduced to ashes on Tuesday after a four-alarm fire broke in a neighboring garage, leaving two employees injured, numerous businesses ruined and scores of classic cars gutted. … [Read more...] about Auto Upholstery Shop Reduced to Ashes
Renault Twingo Interior Design Stunt
Renault recently asked four European artists to redesign the interior cabin of its all-new Twingo city car. The results are interesting - albeit highly impractical and kind of goofy and senseless. This is one publicity stunt I just don't get. … [Read more...] about Renault Twingo Interior Design Stunt
Car Clubs and Shows Can Help Your Shop
Placing an ad in a local newspaper is a great way to advertise your business – if, for instance, you’re a restaurant owner whose target market is virtually anyone who eats. But if you work in the highly specialized field of auto upholstery, you can’t afford to waste valuable time and money on broad marketing strategies that provide little in return. To be successful, your … [Read more...] about Car Clubs and Shows Can Help Your Shop
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