• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About
  • Forum
  • Design Studio
  • Upholstery Jobs
  • Newsletter
  • Sponsors

The Hog Ring

Auto Upholstery Community

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

West Coast Customs

West Coast Customs to Launch a School

August 8, 2016 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - West Coast Customs Academy

West Coast Customs, the garage that turned an entire generation onto vehicle customization through their hit MTV show "Pimp My Ride," recently announced plans to launch West Coast Customs Academy, a trade school dedicated to providing first-class training in everything automotive — including upholstery. … [Read more...] about West Coast Customs to Launch a School

Talking Shop with Trimmer Ish Jimenez 3

December 9, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Ish Jimenez - West Coast Customs

The third and final installment of our interview series with Ish Jimenez, master trimmer and former star of MTV’s hit show "Pimp My Ride," is the most personal. … [Read more...] about Talking Shop with Trimmer Ish Jimenez 3

Talking Shop with Trimmer Ish Jimenez 2

December 8, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Ish Jimenez - West Coast Customs

In part one of our three-part interview series with Ish Jimenez, master trimmer and former star of MTV’s hit show "Pimp My Ride," he told us all about his humble beginnings — starting as a troubled kid in South Central Los Angeles, who was forced to work in his uncle’s auto upholstery shop to stay out of trouble, to becoming a world-famous auto upholsterer. … [Read more...] about Talking Shop with Trimmer Ish Jimenez 2

Talking Shop with Trimmer Ish Jimenez 1

December 7, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Ish Jimenez - West Coast Customs

Ish Jimenez, master trimmer and former star of MTV’s hit television show "Pimp My Ride," singlehandedly made auto upholstery cool again. … [Read more...] about Talking Shop with Trimmer Ish Jimenez 1

West Coast Customs Reps at SEMA 2013

November 12, 2013 By Naseem

West Coast Customs - Auto Upholstery - SEMA 2013

One of the most unique displays at this year’s SEMA show was West Coast Customs’ outdoor master classes – called "The West Coast Customs Experience" – where 240 students were taught the ins and outs of car customizing, including paint/graphics, audio/video, wheels/tires and, of course, auto upholstery. … [Read more...] about West Coast Customs Reps at SEMA 2013

Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

THR Sponsors

NC Sewing Machines
Miami Corporation - Right Rail Ad 3
  • OEM+ Banner Ad - The Hog Ring
  • Douglass Interior Products
  • Keyston Bros
  • MasterTech Expo 2026
  • Hyde Leather
  • Albright's Supply

THR Favorites

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Laced Leather French Seam

What Do You Think of Laced French Seams?

Few automakers that exist outside the realm … [more] about What Do You Think of Laced French Seams?

The Hog Ring - This Ferrari is Trimmed in Antelope and Buffalo Leather

This Ferrari is Trimmed in Antelope and Buffalo Leather

Check out this Ferrari 812 GTS upholstered by … [more] about This Ferrari is Trimmed in Antelope and Buffalo Leather

The Hog Ring - Daniel Williams of DJ Designs Talks Shop

Daniel Williams of DJ Designs Talks Shop

In roughly 10 years, Daniel Williams has gone … [more] about Daniel Williams of DJ Designs Talks Shop

The Hog Ring - Spotlight Customs - Spotlight Coffee

Spotlight Customs Just Launched its Own Coffee Brand

Like most trimmers, we start each day with a … [more] about Spotlight Customs Just Launched its Own Coffee Brand

Top 10 Wacky Car Interiors

We auto upholsterers have seen it all - from … [more] about Top 10 Wacky Car Interiors

The Hog Ring - Real Men Sew

It’s True, Real Men Sew!

Real men sew. We've always known that. But it … [more] about It’s True, Real Men Sew!

Categories

Footer

Recent Articles

  • Choosing the Right Grommet for Long Lasting Performance
  • The Iran War and a Texas Plant Fire are Driving Foam Prices Higher
  • Register Now for the 2026 AAPEX Show
  • 2026 SEMA Show Registration Now Open
  • Keyston Bros Drops 10 New Carbon Fiber Vinyl Colors and They Pop

Recent Comments

  • Edward Munday on Hidden Mouse Nest? How to Charge for the Extra Dirty Work
  • Jack on Keyston Bros. Acquires DLT Corporation
  • Brodie Smith on Aston Martin Just Introduced a New Convertible DB12
  • THE CAPTAIN on 6 Tips for Turning Callers into Customers
  • Dmei on Star Wars Seat Covers are ‘So Wizard’

Advertise With Us!

We're always looking for companies to collaborate with. Watch this short video about the benefits of sponsorship and then email us to say hi.

Copyright © 2026 · Magazine Pro On Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in