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French Seam

A New Way to Sew French Seams

January 20, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Rubber French Seam

Executing a perfect French seam can sometimes be difficult, especially when you’re only using a single-needle sewing machine. However, the stitch is often only half the battle. Installing the upholstery it’s sewn on can present a whole new set of challenges, particularly when the element you’re wrapping is heavily contoured — like a dashboard or armrest. Automakers, however, … [Read more...] about A New Way to Sew French Seams

What Do You Think of Laced French Seams?

April 16, 2014 By Naseem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Laced Leather French Seam

Few automakers that exist outside the realm of super luxury brands have outfitted their interiors with leather laced French seams— probably because it’s so labor intensive. However, those that have continue to make a bold statement … [Read more...] about What Do You Think of Laced French Seams?

Details: Intersecting 4 French Seams

October 18, 2013 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Carlex Design French Seam

Now that's how you intersect four French seams! … [Read more...] about Details: Intersecting 4 French Seams

Details: Intersecting 2 French Seams

August 9, 2013 By Naseem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - French Seam Carlex Design

Now that's how you intersect two French seams! … [Read more...] about Details: Intersecting 2 French Seams

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