Abstract: The present invention relates to closed three-dimensional needlepoint canvases. Each of the canvases of the present invention is made from two interconnectable perforated shells. In various embodiments, interchangeable shells of different shapes are provided which can be connected together to form three-dimensional canvases in a variety shapes and sizes. In certain embodiments the shells have mechanically interlocking bases for easy detachment without external clips. The invention also provides craft kits containing the three-dimensional needlepoint canvases.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 29, 2002
Date of Patent:
March 16, 2004
Assignee:
Uniek, Inc.
Inventors:
Jamieson A. Foght, Christopher R. Carlson, Carole L. Rodgers
Abstract: The present invention relates to closed three-dimensional needlepoint canvases. Each of the canvases of the present invention is made from two interconnectable perforated shells. In various embodiments, interchangeable shells of different shapes are provided which can be connected together to form three-dimensional canvases in a variety shapes and sizes. In certain embodiments the shells have mechanically interlocking bases for easy detachment without external clips. The invention also provides craft kits containing the three-dimensional needlepoint canvases.
Type:
Application
Filed:
April 29, 2002
Publication date:
October 30, 2003
Applicant:
Uniek, Inc.
Inventors:
Jamieson A. Foght, Christopher R. Carlson, Carole L. Rodgers
Abstract: Paper cards for use in three-dimensional paper sculpture, wherein the cards have perforated images thereon produced by a laser beam directed by a computer-controlled movable mirror to the back surface of the cards in a predetermined pattern. Indicia for assembly of individual image elements are burned in the back of the cards during the cutting process.