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2011 Jaguar XKR

Bolder French Seams With QTC Contrast

February 24, 2012 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Auto Upholstery Blog - 2011 Jaguar XK

Nothing sets off an upholstery job better than a straight French seam or topstitch. Combined with thick thread, the job really pops. In fact, you’d be surprised by how much of a difference the width of thread can make in the overall appearance of a vehicle’s interior. I was first drawn to the look of thick-thread decorative stitches by the dashboard and door panels of a 2011 … [Read more...] about Bolder French Seams With QTC Contrast

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