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Is auto upholstery really a dying art? 🧵 In this video, I’m diving deep into the state of the upholstery industry and why professional craftsmanship is more important than ever. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the trade or a pro wondering about the future, we need to talk about what we're going to do to keep this craft alive while working through a complex Jet Ski seat project. The Opportunity in the Craft Many of you have asked about the future of the upholstery business and how to get started. While some call it a "dying art," I see a massive opportunity. There is a huge demand for skilled craftsmanship right now. By learning these "Old School" techniques, you aren't just preserving a trade—you're building a high-demand skill set. Let’s talk about bridging the gap between "cheap fixes" and the professional quality clients actually want. 💬 Are you seeing a shortage of local upholstery shops in your area? Let me know in the comments below! 📍 CHAPTERS 00:00 Is Upholstery A Dying Art? 01:05 Ara says it's true! 05:41 Marking up the jet ski seat 07:45 Disassembly 11:00 How to support the channel 16:30 Making the "Living Patterns" 24:44 Sewing up the jet ski seat 1:09:20 Installing the new cover ☕ SUPPORT THE CRAFT If you find these tutorials helpful, consider supporting the channel so I can keep sharing these "Old School" techniques: Buy Me A Coffee: https://coff.ee/oldschoolupholstery Super Thanks: Click the $ button below the video! Donations: Rudolphsupholstery.com 🧵 MORE UPHOLSTERY LESSONS Full Upholstery Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbz6eIx566u0KBN1lPZdi5HdHAsJuvLpo Subscribe for more techniques: Old School Auto Upholstery (Link to your channel) Check out my other channels: Glass Clock Films (AI Music): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2B882E1VeEbRfx5iHiKxrHuWdL6E_0w 60 and Mortgage Free: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1NFrghgZ7ZfZ6ecNMZK0WQ #upholstery #autoupholstery #craftsmanship #diy #restoration