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Exact Art Fabrications

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

How to Fabricate a Starlight Headliner

August 13, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Exact Art Fabrications - Starlight Headliner

Starlight headliners that create the illusion of a night sky through a combination of fiber optic and LED technology are usually reserved for super luxury cars like the Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, some auto trimmers have begun fabricating them for a range of makes and models. One such trimmer is Ryan Nettleton of Exact Art Fabrications in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who told … [Read more...] about How to Fabricate a Starlight Headliner

Photo: Spiral-Stitch French Seam

October 29, 2013 By Naseem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Exact Art Fabrications

Inspired by Faurecia's flat-seam stitch, Ryan Nettleton of Exact Art Fabrications in Maple Shade, NJ has been experimenting with some innovative stitch designs of his own. Recently he showed off a few of his designs in The Hog Ring’s “Auto Upholstery Forum.” This spiral-stitched French seam stood out to me the most. … [Read more...] about Photo: Spiral-Stitch French Seam

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