WO2016029176A1 - Articles brodés et leur procédé de fabrication - Google Patents

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WO2016029176A1
WO2016029176A1 PCT/US2015/046402 US2015046402W WO2016029176A1 WO 2016029176 A1 WO2016029176 A1 WO 2016029176A1 US 2015046402 W US2015046402 W US 2015046402W WO 2016029176 A1 WO2016029176 A1 WO 2016029176A1
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Lisa DEBONOPAULA
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    • D—TEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06P—DYEING OR PRINTING TEXTILES; DYEING LEATHER, FURS OR SOLID MACROMOLECULAR SUBSTANCES IN ANY FORM
    • D06P5/00—Other features in dyeing or printing textiles, or dyeing leather, furs, or solid macromolecular substances in any form
    • D06P5/003—Transfer printing
    • D06P5/004—Transfer printing using subliming dyes

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  • Embroidery is the handicraft of decorating fabric or other materials with needle and thread or yarn. Embroidery can be used to embellish a product by adding a sewing pattern. The sewn pattern can include a design and can also include lettering. Embroidery is often used on clothing or other articles such as caps, hats, coats, blankets, shirts, denim, and stockings. Embroidery is available with a variety of thread or yarn color and embroidery can be done by machine or by hand. Embroidered articles have a distinctive look and feel that is attractive and appealing to some consumers.
  • the invention provides a process for transferring artwork onto an embroidered article, comprising i) providing an embroidered article; ii) contacting the embroidered article with the artwork; and iii) transferring the artwork to the embroidered article by applying heat.
  • the invention provides an embroidered article with artwork thereon wherein the artwork has been transferred onto the embroidered article using a heat transfer process.
  • the embroidery is in white.
  • the artwork is printed in heat sublimation film and the film is placed on top of the embroidered article and heat transferred to the embroidered article.
  • the artwork is digitized into a pictogram to show the cubic structure of the detail that will appear on the embroidered article.
  • a printing machine is prepared to heat transfer the artwork image onto heat transfer paper.
  • the articles are embroidered using white thread, optionally using a stitching pattern that prevents curling of the finished product.
  • the outline of the embroidered articles is cut.
  • the outline of the embroidered articles is cut manually with scissors.
  • the transferring artwork image is positioned over the plain embroidered articles and the artwork image is heat transferred onto the embroidered article.
  • the method comprises providing a plain embroidered article using a white or transparent thread; digitizing artwork into a pictogram to show the cubic structure of the detail that will appear on the embroidered article; preparing or programming a printing machine to heat transfer the artwork image onto heat transfer paper and transferring the artwork onto the heat transfer paper; cutting the outline of the embroidered article; positioning the artwork image over the embroidered article and transferring using heat the artwork onto the embroidered article.
  • the artwork is heat transferred for about 1 -1000 seconds, about 1-500 seconds, 1-100 seconds, 1-50 seconds, about 1-25 seconds and about 5-20 seconds.
  • the artwork is heat transferred at about 75-350 °C, about 100-275 °C or about 125 to about 225 °C.
  • the embroidered articles with artwork thereon are then then heat-cut with a knife and the edges are burned.
  • the embroidered article is for rewarding a child for achievement for a selected activity or to generally promote school spirit, a student's well being and/or self esteem.
  • the embroidered article attaches to and displays on a user's possession such as clothing, a lanyard, a backpack, zipper, shoe lace or a key ring.
  • the embroidered article comprises an embroidered article comprising a front and back, two ends and two sides that are substantially longer than the ends, wherein the article does not curl along its sides during use, and the article further comprises a means for attaching to the user's possessions.
  • the artwork on the embroidered article relates to a selected activity of the user or student.
  • the artwork comprises a school's name, company name, logo, or mascot.
  • the invention provides methods for rewarding a student, comprising providing the student with an embroidered article, wherein the article can be attached to and displayed on the student's possessions such as clothing, a lanyard, a backpack, shoe lace or a key ring, the reward article comprising a front and back, two ends and two sides that are substantially longer than the ends, wherein the reward article does not curl along its sides during use, and the reward article further comprises a means for attaching one of its ends to the student's possessions.
  • the article relates to a specified activity of the student, and the student is rewarded for achieving or performing the specified activity.
  • FIG. 1 shows embroidered patches having artwork transferred to the embroidered patch by a heat transfer process.
  • FIG. 2 shows embroidered patches having artwork that has been transferred by a heat transfer process onto one side of the patch and their opposing side with no artwork transferred.
  • FIG. 3 shows a comparison of an embroidered patch that has had the artwork transferred by a heat transfer process and an embroidered patch having artwork made using colored threads.
  • the artwork appearing on the embroidered patch made using the heat transfer process has a much higher resolution.
  • FIG. 4 shows an embroidered patch that has had the artwork transferred by a heat transfer process.
  • FIG. 5 shows embroidered patches used as a key ring and in the shape of a small stick that has had the artwork transferred by a heat transfer process.
  • FIG. 6A-G show various embodiments and process steps: (A) shows a butterfly image to be heat transferred on embroidery; (B) shows the digitized image for embroidery; (C) shows the printing of the image; (D) shows embroidering with white thread (traditional embroidery); (E) shows heat press of the printed image onto white embroidered patch with precise placement; (F) shows the border added; (G) shows the final product.
  • the present invention is based on the discovery of a process that can be used with embroidered articles that overcomes certain limitations of embroidery such as color and size limitations.
  • the invention achieves this using a heat transfer process to heat transfer the artwork image onto the embroidery.
  • the embroidered articles have the look and feel of embroidery but with higher resolution and more color options available than with conventional embroidery.
  • the present invention is directed to embroidered articles and methods of making and using the same.
  • the invention provides a process for transferring artwork onto an embroidered article, comprising i) providing an embroidered article; ii) contacting the embroidered article with the artwork; and iii) transferring the artwork to the embroidered article by applying heat.
  • the invention provides an embroidered article with artwork thereon wherein the artwork has been transferred onto the embroidered article using a heat transfer process.
  • the artwork has a resolution that is between about 72 dpi and 600 dpi.
  • the artwork has a resolution that is about 100 dpi, about 200 dpi, about 300 dpi, about 400 dpi about 500 or about 600 dpi.
  • the artwork has a resolution of about 300 dpi.
  • the embroidery is in white.
  • the artwork is printed in heat sublimation film and the film is placed on top of the embroidered article and heat transferred to the embroidered article.
  • the contacting of the embroidered article with the artwork requires a certain amount of pressure in order for the artwork to transfer to the article.
  • the amount of pressure is from about 5-100 psi. In some embodiments, the amount of pressure is about 5 psi, about 10 psi, about 20 psi, about 30 psi, about 40 psi, about 50 psi, about 60 psi, about 70 psi, about 80 psi, about 90 psi, or about 100 psi. In some embodiments, the pressure contact and application of heat occur simultaneously or at approximately the same time.
  • the artwork is digitized into a pictogram to show the cubic structure of the detail that will appear on the embroidered article.
  • a printing machine is prepared to heat transfer the artwork image onto heat transfer paper.
  • the articles are embroidered using white thread, optionally using a stitching pattern that prevents curling of the finished product.
  • the outline of the embroidered articles is cut.
  • the outline of the embroidered articles is cut manually with scissors.
  • the transferring artwork image is positioned over the plain embroidered articles and the artwork image is heat transferred onto the embroidered article. [0031] In some embodiments, the artwork is heat transferred for about 1 -1000 seconds, about 1-500 seconds, 1-100 seconds, 1-50 seconds, about 1-25 seconds and about 5-20 seconds.
  • the artwork is heat transferred at about 75-350 °C, about 100-275 °C or about 125 to about 225 °C.
  • the embroidered articles with artwork thereon are then then heat-cut with a knife and the edges are burned.
  • the articles that can be embroidered are not limiting.
  • the articles can include clothing, pants, underwear, socks, caps, hats, coats, blankets, shirts, denim, stockings, patches and the like.
  • the articles are patches.
  • the embroidered articles, such as patches can be obtained by users as rewards, incentives, to promote certain behaviors, activities, events, messages, logos, mascots, achievements, campaigns, brands, products and/or services, companies, organizations, themes or the like.
  • the embroidered articles, such as patches can be used in various contexts and environments, including, but not limited to school, home, clubs or organizations, athletics, work, business and other consumer contexts and various social environments and contexts, marketing and branding contexts and in political or public awareness contexts.
  • the embroidered articles can be used in various educational environments, such as, for example, preschool, elementary school, middle school, high school, college, graduate school, employee training programs, and professional and continuing education programs.
  • the artwork to be depicted on the embroidered article is not limiting.
  • the artwork of the embroidered articles comprises one or more words, phrases, logos, designs or combinations thereof.
  • a school or organization name can appear on the embroidered article, or a word, phrase or logo associated with the organization, such as a mascot name for a school or sports team.
  • the artwork can comprise persons, animations, characters from films, athletes and the like.
  • the artwork comprises words associated with an achievement or activity, such as, for example, "Perfect Attendance,” “On Time,” “Honor Roll,” “Spelling Bee,” “Spirit,” “A+ student” "Healthy,” “Math and Science,” “Reading,” “Great Attendance” and the like.
  • slogans for athletic teams are present, such as "Go Tigers!,” “Hook 'em Horns!,” “Roll Tide!” and the like.
  • sports figures and athletes can be shown on the artwork. Numerous other alternatives, modifications, and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art.
  • the embroidered articles are an embellishment of a fabric in which threads are sewn on to the fabric to create a design.
  • Embroidery is "thread art" used to embellish a product by adding a sewing pattern.
  • this sewn pattern includes a design and can also include lettering.
  • the embroidery is in a whitish or transparent thread.
  • the embroidered article is a patch.
  • the patch has a hole, such as a reinforced hole to make it possible to hang them on a key ring or similar display instrument or article.
  • the hole area is reinforced with border stitching. This enables the edges to be relatively smooth, neat and durable so that tearing, ripping, snagging or fraying is reduced.
  • the hole is positioned close to one of the ends of the embroidered patch.
  • the embroidered patches can be embroidered with any phrase, word, icon or artwork as directed.
  • the embroidered patches of the invention are not limiting.
  • the patches have a substantially rectangular shape, having a front and back, two ends and two sides that are longer than the ends.
  • the size of the embroidered patches is not limiting.
  • the patch is from about 3.5" to about 10" x about 1" to about 4".
  • the patch is from about 1.75" to about 4.5" x about 0.3" to about 1.0".
  • the embroidered patch is typically about 3.25" x .5" or 8.255 cm x 1.27 cm.
  • the patch is from about 0.3" to about 2" x about 0.2" to about 0.8".
  • the thickness is about 0.01" to about 0.2".
  • the embroidered patch can be in the shape of a birthday candle or a stack of ice cream scoops on a sugar cone.
  • the embroidered article is made from polyester, nylon, rayon, cotton or metallic threads sewn on fabric - usually twill. Twill is characterized by a diagonal rib.
  • twill weaves are used to produce strong, durable, firm fabric usually cotton or polyester. The type of fabric used is not limiting and can include denim, cotton, polyester, felt, wool or others.
  • the embroidered article is 100% fully embroidered on twill. In some embodiments, no twill fabric will show on the front of the design because it has complete thread coverage throughout. In some embodiments, the articles are not 100% embroidered. In some embodiments, the embroidered article is about 10%>, about 20%>, about 40%>, about 50%), about 15% or about 90%> embroidered.
  • the border of the embroidered article is made with a satin stitch and is laser cut.
  • the embroidered article does not have a backing.
  • a woven or non-woven material is added as a backing on the embroidered article.
  • the backing provides more support and stability.
  • the backing can comprise plastic, Velcro, iron on and sticky adhesive.
  • the embroidered articles such as patches, without a backing have the advantageous property of not "curling" after extended use.
  • an anti-curling effect is achieved when the stitching is done in the horizontal direction, or left to right.
  • the stitching is done in a diagonal direction to avoid curling.
  • stitching in the horizontal or diagonal direction enables a straight, durable article without the additional expense of a backing.
  • the embroidered patches can be embellished by affixing other articles to the patches.
  • the embroidered patches can be embellished by affixing them with bells, ornaments, ribbons or other objects.
  • the embroidered patches can be embroidered with the word "Jingle” and affixed to one or more bells.
  • the embellishing article is affixed opposite the reinforced hole for hanging to a key ring or similar display instrument.
  • the user of the embroidered article is not limiting.
  • the user can be a child, such as a school aged child, or student.
  • the user is an adult.
  • the user is an ordinary consumer, such as a patron of a particular business or a consumer of a particular product or service.
  • the user is an employee of a business or organization.
  • the user is a member of an organization, club or athletic team.
  • the user is an individual seeking to promote various causes, messages, and identity as a member of a group, campaigns, products, services, or brands with the embroidered article.
  • the user is a sports fan wishing to promote a sports team and/or identify oneself as a fan.
  • the invention provides small embroidered articles, such as patches, that students can earn, collect, and display on their possessions, such as a lanyard, key ring, shoe lace, zipper, or backpack, for example.
  • the embroidered articles can be remarkably effective in promoting school spirit, and increase student participation and achievement by providing a meaningful extrinsic reward with lasting value, even beyond the school year.
  • the embroidered articles can be used by an organization, such as a school, to help define the organization's goals, culture and personality, and to provide a sense of belonging and membership to its members.
  • the invention provides a method for rewarding an accomplishment, comprising providing an activity to a user; and providing one or more embroidered articles, such as patches, to the user for achievement by the user of a goal within the activity.
  • the invention provides methods for rewarding a student, comprising providing the student with an embroidered article such as a patch, wherein the article can be attached to and displayed on the student's possessions such as clothing, a lanyard, a backpack, shoe lace or a key ring, the reward article comprising a front and back, two ends and two sides that are substantially longer than the ends, wherein the reward article does not curl along its sides during use, and the reward article further comprises a means for attaching one of its ends to the student's possessions.
  • the article relates to a specified activity of the student, and the student is rewarded for achieving or performing the specified activity.
  • the invention provides a method of providing rewards or incentives to a user, such as a child, for achievement of one or more goals or activities within an educational activity, by providing to the child one or more embroidered articles when the child achieves the one or more goals or activities.
  • the embroidered article can be attached or affixed to an article.
  • the embroidered article can be attached to an article such as, for example, a keychain, shoe lace, zipper, backpack, article of clothing, lanyard and the like.

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La présente invention concerne un article brodé avec une illustration sur celui-ci, l'oeuvre d'art ayant été transférée sur l'article brodé à l'aide d'un procédé de transfert de chaleur. La présente invention concerne également des procédés de fabrication et d'utilisation de ces articles brodés.
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