US3602457A
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Crochet thread holder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-11-17
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Granted: 1971-08-31
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Expires: 1989-11-17
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for vertically supporting a spool or cylinder wound with thread such as used for crochet work in such manner that the thread can be unwound smoothly and continuously without tangling or snarling or tugging of any kind.
Inventors
- 👤 John W Nichols
- 👤 Ila L Nichols
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 11:20
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65H; B65H49/00; B65H49/18; B65H49/20; B65H49/26; B65H2701/00; B65H2701/30; B65H2701/31
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
138 words
Apparatus for vertically supporting a vertical cylinder wound with thread and having holes in opposite ends in such manner that the cylinder can be freely rotated about its axis and the thread can be unwound smoothly without being snarled and the like, said apparatus comprising: A HORIZONTAL PLATE; A VERTICAL SHAFT SECURED AT ITS BOTTOM END TO SAID PLATE AND EXTENDING VERTICALLY UPWARD THEREFROM; AND MEANS DETACHABLY SECURING SAID CYLINDER WITH ITS AXIS ALIGNED WITH SAID SHAFT IN SUCH MANNER THAT SAID CYLINDER IS ROTATABLE FREELY ABOUT SAID SHAFT AND THE THREAD CAN BE UNWOUND AS REQUIRED WHEREIN SAID MEANS INCLUDES A FIRST VERTICAL HOLLOW TUBE FITTING LOOSELY OVER SAID SHAFT AND A FIRST VERTICAL SLEEVE DISPOSED CONCENTRICALLY ABOUT SAID FIRST TUBE AND SECURED THERETO, SAID FIRST SLEEVE ENGAGING THE HOLE IN THE BOTTOM END OF SAID CYLINDER.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
138 words
Apparatus for vertically supporting a vertical cylinder wound with thread and having holes in opposite ends in such manner that the cylinder can be freely rotated about its axis and the thread can be unwound smoothly without being snarled and the like, said apparatus comprising: A HORIZONTAL PLATE; A VERTICAL SHAFT SECURED AT ITS BOTTOM END TO SAID PLATE AND EXTENDING VERTICALLY UPWARD THEREFROM; AND MEANS DETACHABLY SECURING SAID CYLINDER WITH ITS AXIS ALIGNED WITH SAID SHAFT IN SUCH MANNER THAT SAID CYLINDER IS ROTATABLE FREELY ABOUT SAID SHAFT AND THE THREAD CAN BE UNWOUND AS REQUIRED WHEREIN SAID MEANS INCLUDES A FIRST VERTICAL HOLLOW TUBE FITTING LOOSELY OVER SAID SHAFT AND A FIRST VERTICAL SLEEVE DISPOSED CONCENTRICALLY ABOUT SAID FIRST TUBE AND SECURED THERETO, SAID FIRST SLEEVE ENGAGING THE HOLE IN THE BOTTOM END OF SAID CYLINDER.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means further includes a second vertical sleeve engaging the hole in the top end of the cylinder.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means further includes a second vertical hollow tube extending axially downward from the second sleeve.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means further includes an elongated member extending vertically between and interconnecting said sleeves.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-08-30 | 1975-03-01 | 1975-08-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-08-30 | 1979-03-01 | 1979-08-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-08-30 | 1983-03-01 | 1983-08-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |