We're at DLT Upholstery Supply's first annual "Open House" event – meeting the team, networking with manufacturers and finally connecting with members of the The Hog Ring community in person. There are prizes, discounts, staple-gun tune ups and even an amazing band playing classic American rock music. Needless to say, we're having a blast! The best part, however, was … [Read more...] about Tour DLT Upholstery Supply’s Warehouse
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No Limits with Programmable Sewing
We feature a lot of unique pleat designs on The Hog Ring. Some are more complex than others, but more often than not we figure them out. It's obvious, though, which ones are handcrafted or sewn by computerized machines. Take, for instance, this seat cover adorned with a hexagram – or Star of David – pleat executed by an EKA programmable pattern stitching machine. … [Read more...] about No Limits with Programmable Sewing
Is Passion Important to Auto Upholstery?
In his last article for Hotrod & Restoration Magazine, Harry Weimann – director of education at WyoTech Blairsville and owner of Weimann’s Interiors in Delmont, PA – wrote about the importance of hiring auto upholstery professionals with "soft skills," like a good work ethic and friendly demeanor. His latest piece adds a new trait to the list. He says that in addition to … [Read more...] about Is Passion Important to Auto Upholstery?
How to ‘Sell Through to the End’
Upholstery Journal recently published a helpful article on how to follow through on a sales pitch. While the tips provided aren’t specific to auto upholstery, it’s easy to see how they can help improve the process through which most shops give estimates and close deals. … [Read more...] about How to ‘Sell Through to the End’
Photo: Improvised Convertible Top
You know it’s time to replace your convertible top when a crap-load of umbrellas do a better job of keeping the rain out. … [Read more...] about Photo: Improvised Convertible Top
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