US20140360418A1

US20140360418A1 - Hem Hook Bustlers

Info

Publication number: US20140360418A1
Application number: US13/912,200
Authority: US
Inventors: James Thomas Holmes; Heather Sue Wallus
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2013-06-07
Filing date: 2013-06-07
Publication date: 2014-12-11

Abstract

This invention comprises a device designed to enable a temporary solution to holding of fabric or materials. The device includes a clipping device with teeth that will snap onto the outermost layer of material. This clip is then attached to the middle section which is a piece of elastic which can vary in length from 1″-12″ to allow for the flexibility of the item as to not cause damage to the material when tension is applied. The elastic is then attached to a hook that will then pierce the fabric and hook it up to the desired length pr position. The hook can vary in size determined by the type of material used to hold.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Field of the Invention

This invention relates to the functional hem hooking device that is utilized for supporting the hems of materials for a temporary hemming effect. With bridal attire or any type of formal fashion it is common for the heel height to change during the time that formal gowns are worn. These Hem Hooks Bustlers will allow for a change of the heel height to be made and then for the gown to be temporarily hooked up so that damages do not occur due to stepping on or dragging the gowns on the ground. This will also allow the bride an alternative to traditional alterations being done on the train of the gown that are sometimes visible on the outside of the train. These alterations alter the dress by sewing directly onto the dress hooks and or buttons. The device will allow you to have the train of the gown bustled when not in use without altering the gown, or permanently adding any unsightly hooks or buttons.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The Hem Hook Bustlers of the present invention includes a clip with teeth that securely fastens to fabric while the middle portion is made from elastic which can vary in size depending upon what material it is being used to secure. The end opposite of the clipping end is a hook that is attached to the elastic to create a flexible device used for temporarily hemming fabrics or materials. It is critical to this invention to have the elastic that allows for the garment to be able to stretch when it is stepped on or pulled at so as the elastic will allow this without ripping the garment.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The objects and advantages of the invention will become more apparent when viewed in conjunction with the following drawings.

FIG. 1 is a top view of the Hem Hook Bustler constructed according to the principles of the present invention

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the Hem Hook Bustler attached to a piece of fabric for clarification on the use of the invention

FIG. 3 is a view taken from the side angle to show the clip opening

FIG. 4 is a side view shown with the clip shut.

FIG. 5 is top view of a Hem Hook Bustler shown with the device having clips at both ends

FIG. 6 is a variation of the Hem Hook Bustler shown from a side view with the device having clips at both ends open

FIG. 7 is variation of the Hem Hook Bustler shown from a front view with the device having hooks at both ends

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Referring now to the drawings in detail, and particularly to FIG. 1, there is shown the Hem Hook Bustler device. Number 1 refers to the entirety of the device. Number 2 is the cover which keeps the hook secure and allows for it to be accessible and able to attach to the elastic.
3 Is the actual hook that is used to attach the fabric underneath the garment. 4 is the elastic that allows for the Hem Hook Bustler to stretch to the desired length. 7 is the clip in its entirety, 8 is the portion of the clip that is attached to the elastic and is the lever that allows for the opening and closing of the clip. 9 is the teeth on the inside of the clip that is imperative for the strength needed to hold some types of heavy fabrics.
Referring to the drawings in the FIG. 2 the Hem Hook Bustler is illustrated demonstrating how it is used, A in FIG. 2 represents the fabric being held by the Hem Hook Bustler. 9 is attached to the outer most layer of fabric by opening and closing of 7 the clip by use of the lever 8. The 2 indicates the cover that is over the hook and attached to the elastic. The 3 is the hook that pierces the fabric from underneath to create the desired length of the hem represented at B. 4 is the elastic that allows the hook to stretch up under the fabric and is attached at one end to 3 the hook, and 8 the clip.
The drawings in FIG. 3 show how the clip has a latch that securely fastens, and allows the teeth indicated by 9 to grab the fabric for strength. It shows a side illustration of the Hem Hook Bustler.
FIG. 4 shows the same side view of the invention with the clip being closed represented once again by the 7 showing the lever is shut, and by 9 that the teeth and opening are closed.
FIG. 5 shows a different variation of the invention using at both ends clips indicated by number 7 on one side and 11 on the other side. Each side has the same type of lever that allows for the opening and closing of the clips indicated by 8 and 10. Both clips also have the inner teeth that allow for the gripping of the fabric shown as 9 & 12. The elastic in between which allows for the stretching of the device is indicated by the 4.
FIG. 6 this drawing shows the same as FIG. 5 but from the side view so to allow to see the clips opened at each end indicated by 7 & 11. It also demonstrates how the teeth are inside of the clips numbered 9 & 12.
FIG. 7 shows a different variation of the invention using at both ends hooks indicated by number 3 on one side and 6 on the other side. Each side has the same type of hook that allows for the hooks to pierce fabric from each end. The elastic in between which allows for the stretching of the device is indicated by as 4.
In the operation of the Hem Hook Bustler device the user would open the clip located at one end, place the open clip over the outer most layer of the fabric. Then the user would use the hook as a handle to then stretch the device up under the garment and use the hook to secure it to the inner most layer of fabric inside of the gown or garment to arrange for the desired length. Because of the construction of the device it will accommodate for many layers of fabric, as well as many different types of fabric, and about any length. This invention allows for the hemming of garments with no permanent damage or alteration to the garment. When the user decides they would like to restore the garment to its original length they simply unhook the hooks from the inner most layer of fabric, let down the fabric and release the clips from the outer layer of fabric, and the item is back to its original condition. When using the Hem Hook Bustlers for the bustling of a bridal gown the principles the same. Depending upon the length of the train you may need many more Hem Hook Bustlers to achieve the desired bustle look on a bridal gown.

Claims

I claim:

1. This is a method for bustling or hemming of material on any type of clothing, fabrics, or materials without damage or permanent alterations to the garments or materials by the steps of:

One end of the device is clipped to the outermost layer of fabric, then the elastic is stretched up under the garment and then hooks onto the layer of fabric that is the inner most layer at the desired area in order to create the desire length.

2. This devices will work for the temporary bustling of bridal gowns. Dependant upon the length of the train on the gown 1-7 hem hooks may be required. This device will allow for the train to be hooked up when not in use. This will be done by placing the clip on the longest outermost layer of fabric. After the clip is secure the elastic is then stretched up underneath the train and placing the hook on the inside layer of lining on the train. This will create a bustle effect without any changes or alteration to the garment.

3. The device will also allow for the temporary hemming of any article of clothing or other types of materials. By clipping the clip to the longest layer of fabric, then stretching the elastic up under the garment then hooking to the desired length.