Diamond Pleat

Alea Leather Introduces 3D Diamond Pleats

May 29, 2014 By Nadeem Muaddi 5 Comments

Forget what you know about diamond pleats — even long-tail and double-stitch variations. Alea Leather’s Balenio insert puts a whole new spin on the traditional pattern. … [Read more...] about Alea Leather Introduces 3D Diamond Pleats

Photo: Not Your Ordinary Diamond Pleat

February 24, 2014 By Nadeem Muaddi Leave a Comment

In May of last year, Naseem published an article titled "Moving Beyond Traditional Diamond Pleats" in which he challenged the auto upholstery community to think of new ways to modernize the age-old practice of stitching diamonds. The custom seats in this Mitsubishi Pajero, trimmed by Vilner, are a perfect example just that. … [Read more...] about Photo: Not Your Ordinary Diamond Pleat

Photo: Double Long-Tail Diamond Pleats

September 16, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi 3 Comments

So you like long-tail diamond pleats, huh? How about double long-tail diamond pleats? German auto tuner and upholstery shop Brabus stretched diamond stitch work to its limits in this Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG. … [Read more...] about Photo: Double Long-Tail Diamond Pleats

Photo: Diamond Pleats by the Yard

June 20, 2013 By Naseem Muaddi 11 Comments

Of course, we all know that you can buy vertical-pleated vinyl and cloth by the yard, but did you ever think you’d see pre-sewn diamond pleats for sale? While touring DLT Upholstery Supply’s massive warehouse earlier this month, we found this gem tucked away on a back shelf. … [Read more...] about Photo: Diamond Pleats by the Yard

Photo: Diamond-Studded Minivan

March 15, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi 5 Comments

Speaking of diamond pleats, get a load of this custom minivan – which has its roof, hood and front fascia trimmed in the pattern. … [Read more...] about Photo: Diamond-Studded Minivan