Patents Examined by Chachet I Sellman
  • Patent number: 9982385
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for chemically embossing and debossing fabric. A composition comprising polyvinyl alcohol is applied to fabric in the shape of a design, and the fabric is dried. Upon the fabric drying, the surface of the fabric is embossed and/or debossed in the shape of the design. In particular embodiments, the composition comprises polyvinyl alcohol that is at least about 90% hydrolyzed. A kit for embossing and/or debossing fabric includes a composition comprising polyvinyl alcohol inside of a container, and one or more applicators.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2018
    Assignee: CRAYOLA LLC
    Inventors: Cheryl Krieger, Veronica A. Pinto