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Find a Job in Auto Upholstery

May 3, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Are you an out-of-work auto trimmer? Fear not. We scoured the internet for the latest employment opportunities in the field of auto upholstery and posted them on our jobs page. Best of all, we’ll continue to do so – so check back often! … [Read more...] about Find a Job in Auto Upholstery

Watch: ‘The History of Sewing Machines’

May 2, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

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It’s no secret that auto trimmers love their sewing machines. In fact, many have images of their favorite machines tattooed on their bodies. However, one can’t truly appreciate the mechanical genius and social impact of the sewing machine without first understanding its origins. To that end, watch the following mini documentary: "The History of Sewing Machines." … [Read more...] about Watch: ‘The History of Sewing Machines’

Monthly Wrap Up: April 2017

May 1, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

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The Hog Ring is on fire! This month we reported on the latest industry news, gave away some awesome prizes, announced a MAJOR SALE on sewing machines and taught trimmers how to sew a Double-Piped French Seam. Here’s a look back at April 2017. … [Read more...] about Monthly Wrap Up: April 2017

Simcon Tops: Stayfast Replaces Cambria

April 28, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Auto upholstery shops have recently been buzzing about their inability to find Cambria, the material most commonly used to trim "simcon" tops. Curious why the topping has been hard to come by, we contacted The Haartz Corporation, maker of Cambria, to find out. … [Read more...] about Simcon Tops: Stayfast Replaces Cambria

Don’t Skimp on Stainless Steel Staples

April 27, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

Auto upholstery shops that save money by forgoing stainless steel staples for galvanized ones are making a big mistake. … [Read more...] about Don’t Skimp on Stainless Steel Staples

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