Trim fabric grip handle

A control handle assembly (12) for use in a vehicle seat, including a movable handle (14) which changes the position of the vehicle seat. Surrounding the movable handle (14) is a first flange (18). Covering the first flange (18) is a second flange (22). The trim fabric is engaged between the first flange and the second flange. Use of the disclosed invention enables the assembly of a vehicle seat without the need for a support surface for mounting the control handle during seat build-up of the vehicle.