Abstract: A foldable and stackable rack assembly shaped and sized for holding at least one article. The assembly comprises a shelf being sized and shaped for supporting the weight of at least one article. The assembly additionally comprises legs, pivotably attached to the shelf, each leg having a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is pivotably attached to the shelf and pivotable between a first position generally perpendicular to the shelf and a second position generally parallel to the shelf. The distal end is formed to engage a horizontal surface to support the shelf when in the first position and alternately allowing the stacking of multiple rack assemblies together. In the stacked configuration, the distal end of each leg engages a second shelf of similar construction, when in the first position, so as to secure a leg of the second shelf in the first position.

Abstract: A portable computer folding support stand is provided having a table top forming a concave leg retaining cavity on the underside. A pair of parallely arranged, pivotally affixed leg assemblies are attached to the lower surface, and each leg assembly folds down within the leg retaining cavity.

Abstract: A table includes a tabletop including a top surface and a bottom surface, a pair of leg units, a pair of side members coupled to the bottom surface, and a pair of cross members. Each cross member is rotatably coupled to the pair of side members. Each leg unit is coupled to one of the cross members for pivotable movement between a collapsed position and an opened position supporting the tabletop. The side members and the cross members cooperate to form a continuous frame on the bottom surface.

Abstract: A portable table for providing a useful and stable table surface raised above a surface such as a floor or bed and that may be easily and quickly collapsed into a more compact form for convenient transport and storage. The portable table includes a tabletop member, a support apparatus that includes a pivotally movable leg member designed for movement between a extended and stored position as well as an attachment assembly, for the purpose of coupling the support apparatus to the tabletop member, and a locking assembly designed for locking the leg member in the deployed position.

Abstract: A lock system for releasably locking a first component, pivotally coupled along a pivot axis to a second component, in a plurality of positions fixed relative to the second component. The system includes a first engaging mechanism fixed to the first component and aligned with the pivot axis such that it rotates in a rotation plane substantially perpendicular to the pivot axis when the first component is pivoted relative to the second component. The system also includes a second engaging mechanism pivotally mounted to the second component and movable between a first engaged position in which the second engaging mechanism fixedly engages with the first engaging mechanism, preventing the first component from pivoting relative to the second component, and a second disengaged position removed from the first engaging mechanism wherein the first component is free to pivot relative to the second component.

Abstract: There is disclosed a portable treatment table (10) with a truss suspension system (44, 46, 60, 62, 100, 130). The table is lightweight and able to handle heavy loads.

Abstract: A folding table leg mechanism for mounting to a tabletop, having a leg support with an extension portion and a base portion fixedly mounted to the extension portion, and a mounting mechanism for pivotally connecting the leg support to the tabletop. The mounting mechanism has a hinge joint for pivoting the leg support in a pivot plane substantially perpendicular to the tabletop plane from a collapsed position in which the leg support is substantially parallel to the tabletop to an erect position in which the leg support is substantially perpendicular to the tabletop, and also has a rotation joint for rotating the leg support about a rotation axis substantially perpendicular to the tabletop when the leg support is in the erect position, from a first rotational position to a second rotational position. The leg support may be locked in place when it is in the second rotational position.

Abstract: A camper stand including a pair of elongated frame members mounted in parallel to the bottom of a camper. A pair of leg assemblies are pivotally supported intermediate the elongated frame members. Each leg assembly includes a crossbar, a pair of outer sleeves attached to the crossbar, and a pair of telescoping members with each telescoping member being positioned at least in part within a respective one of the outer sleeves. Each telescoping member has a plurality of holes, a selected one of which is engaged by a pin passing through the respective outer sleeve to fix the length of each leg. Each leg assembly is fixed in the extended position by a pair of detachable braces. The leg assemblies are folded to lie flat against the bottom of the camper to permit the camper to be mounted on the bed of a truck.

Abstract: A pivotable folding utility table includes a table top having a pair of support pedestals pivotally attached thereto. A first pivotal support brace, which includes a proximal end and a distal end, is attached at its proximal end to the first support pedestal. A second pivotal support brace, which includes a proximal end and a distal end, is attached at its proximal end to the second support pedestal. The distal ends of the first and second pivotal support braces are adapted to be pivotally attached to a retaining assembly, mounted in relation to the table top. The distal ends of each pivotal support brace are disposed contiguously in relation to each other when engaging the retaining assembly. Specifically, the retaining assembly includes a cross-brace member operably disposed through openings formed in the distal ends of the first and second pivotal support braces, thus providing a pivotal engagement in relation to the table top.

Abstract: A formwork table arrangement having a formwork table (13) and a plurality of supports (11) each of which is downwardly pivotably and removably mounted via a transition support member (12), which can be releasably secured to a head end of the respective support, to a counter-support member (14) that is releasably attached to a lower side of the formwork table. Hooks and hook holders (17, 18) are provided at the transition support member (12) and at the counter-support member (14) which permit suspension of the transition support member (12) from the counter-support member (14). A latching arrangement (24, 25, 28) enables the latching of the transition support member (12) to the counter-support member (14) when tilted into the normally upright working position.

Abstract: A table and bench assembly moveable between a folded position and an unfolded position that includes a table top; a bench subassembly with first and second parallel benches supported on first and second parallel bracing members; two leg subassemblies mounted at one end of the table top and two leg subassemblies mounted at the other end of the table top. Each leg assembly includes a mounting member attached to the lower surface of the table top, a leg having an inner end rotatably attached to one end of the mounting member and rotatable between folded and open positions. The legs are held in position, at least in part, by frictional engagement, at least when the legs are in their open position.

Abstract: A folding table base is provided which includes a mounting plate adapted to be secured to the bottom of a table. A hinge plate is hingedly connected to the side of the mounting plate. The hinge plate is adapted to pivot between a first position and a second position. A leg is secured to the hinge plate and extends generally orthogonal thereto. A latching mechanism is secured to the bottom of the table. The latching mechanism includes a latch mounting plate and a pull latch. The pull latch being slidably mounted on the latch mounting plate such that the pull latch is operable between a latched position and an unlatched position. The latching mechanism engages the hinge plate when the pull latch is in the latched position and disengages the hinge plate when the pull latch is in the unlatched position.

Abstract: A collapsible massage table includes two folding table pieces hingably connected to each other so that when the table is set up it has four corner regions. Each corner region is supported by a leg that is connected to the table via a folding link. Each link has a cable portion that stabilizes the link in an orientation directed toward the ground when the table is set up.

Abstract: A folding bench for supporting objects is described. The folding bench comprises a platform with two legs attached to the platform. Each leg comprises a cross member comprising a locating pin and a pin receiver. A first support is attached to the cross member and a second support is attached to the cross member opposite to the first support. The first support and the second support diverge. A bracket attaches each leg to the platform. The bracket comprises a cap wherein the cross member is contained between the cap and the platform. The cap further comprises a locating slot positioned to receive the locating pin wherein the locating pin and the locating slot work in concert to prohibit the legs from moving sideways. A locking mechanism is secured to the cap and reversibly engagable with the pin receiver to prohibit the legs from rotation.

Abstract: A table and bench assembly moveable between a folded position and an unfolded position that includes a table top; a bench subassembly with first and second parallel benches supported on first and second parallel bracing members; two leg subassemblies mounted at one end of the table top and two leg subassemblies mounted at the other end of the table top. Each leg assembly includes a mounting member attached to the lower surface of the table top, a leg having an inner end rotatably attached to one end of the mounting member and freely rotatable between folded and open positions. Each leg assembly includes a locking member actuated when the leg reaches the open position to lock the leg in the open position.

Abstract: A folding table (1) with a table top (5) and a pair of breakaway legs (15) supporting the top. A brace member (47) at each end of the table has a leg assembly (7,9) attached thereto. A top supporting beam (11) extends along the table top between the brace members. The support beam is pivotally mounted to the table top. Each leg assembly has a hinge structure (35) near its top end and a foot structure (24) at its bottom end. The hinge (35) allows the leg (15) to break down and fold inwardly against the table top. A pair of leg braces (81,83) are attached to the support beam and are moveable with the beam. Each leg brace is removably attached to a corresponding leg by a locking assembly (87). When the leg braces (81,83) are attached to the leg, they transfer downward force from the table top to the legs at a point below the hinges (35) to keep the legs in the unfolded position. The locking assembly (87) can be disengaged and the leg braces pivoted out of the way to allow the legs to be folded.

Abstract: A folding table for supporting a person includes an elongated tabletop comprising a pair of hinged halves. Four legs are pivotally attached to the comers of the tabletop. Four diagonal braces are each connected between the tabletop and a corresponding leg. Each diagonal brace comprises upper and lower members connected by an intermediate pivot. The legs at each end of the table are fixedly connected by a transverse brace. Four diagonal cables are each connected between the tabletop and the intermediate pivot of a corresponding diagonal brace. Four longitudinal cables are each connected between a corresponding intermediate pivot of a corresponding diagonal brace and an opposite leg. The cable arrangement provides improved rigidity and stability, and enables the legs to be folded while the tabletop is in a fully open position, so that the tabletop can be placed flat on the ground for some types of massages. The table can be fully folded by pivoting the two halves together.

Abstract: A table for use in a motor vehicle having a cargo room includes a top plate for use as a lid for the cargo room and legs pivotally mounted on the reverse side of the top plate. When the table is removed from the cargo room and the legs are projected from the top plate, the table is used as a table per se. The top plate can be closed with respect to the cargo room by a lock. A flexible tubular member is mounted on the reverse side of the top plate and extends away from the lock along the top plate. A string extends through the flexible tubular member and out of an opposite end thereof, and has an intermediate portion engaged by a holder on the reverse side of the top plate. The string has a distal end connected to a hook which is normally inserted and stored between the flexible tubular member and the top plate. The string is also stored on the reverse side of the top plate without being entangled by the lock.

Abstract: An erectable horizontal work surface apparatus having a work surface pivotally connected to two sets of legs and removably connected to brace members for the sets of legs. The brace members are removably connected to the legs. When in the assembled position, the legs are extended at an angle somewhat perpendicular to the work surface and one end of the brace members are placed in brace member reception notches so as to connect the brace members to the legs. The opposite end of the brace members are connected to the work surface by use of a removable dowel member. To place the apparatus in a disassembled position, such as for transporting or storage, the dowel member is removed from its reception notch thus allowing the brace members to fall free. The legs are then pivoted toward the work surface until they are placed in a position that is parallel or horizontal with the work surface.

Abstract: A lightweight, high strength folding table having a top assembly which includes a novel high strength, plastic reinforcing core. Pivotally connected to the top assembly are supporting legs. Interconnecting the supporting legs with the top assembly are novel folding leg mechanisms which include top assembly engaging links and leg engaging links pivotally connected both to the top assembly engaging links and also to the supporting legs. A locking rod extends between the top assembly engaging links, the end portion of which is slidably received within a slot formed in each of the leg engaging links. When the rod resides within the locking portion of the slot, the top assembly engaging links and the leg engaging links are locked against relative pivotal movement. However, when the locking rod is lifted slightly, the rod ends move into the channel portion of the slot permitting free pivotal movement of the cooperating links.

Abstract: A fitting for a table leg of a folding table which can be folded in when the table is not in use, wherein the table leg is pivotally mounted in a bearing component attached underneath the table plate. In the position of use of the table, the table leg can be locked. A drop lever is pivotally mounted in the bearing component. When the table leg is folded out into the position of use of the table, the drop lever automatically as a result of gravity locks the table leg against a stop serving as an abutment and automatically unlocks the table leg when the table is placed in a stacking position.

Abstract: A foldable picnic table is shown. The foldable picnic table includes a table top supported by two support pedestals pivotally attached to the table top. Each support pedestal is capable of telescoping engagement. The foldable picnic table also includes benches attached to the pedestals by bench support members. The foldable picnic table includes means for locking the table in an extended position. When the support pedestals are retracted, the pedestals and the attached bench supports can pivot inwardly toward the table top such that the entire unit is substantially flat.

Abstract: A folding leg apparatus is provided to mount a leg to an article of furniture, such as a tabletop, so that the leg can be moved between extended and retracted positions. The table leg has a pair of upright bars disposed apart from each other. the apparatus includes a pair of support brackets mounted to the underside of the tabletop and straddling the upright bars of the leg. A pair of swivel brackets and a pair of brace links are pivotably mounted at opposite ends of each support bracket. A pair of pivot rods are attached to the upright bars adjacent the free end of the leg, and the swivel brackets and brace links are pivotably connected to a corresponding pivot rod. The apparatus includes a latch and release mechanism that includes a release lever having an actuator plate positioned within the envelope of the support brackets. The release lever includes a pair of lever arms that each define a locking notch for receiving one of the pivot rods therein to lock the leg in its upright position.

Abstract: A collapsible massage table has two sides, each side being supported by a support structure including two legs. Various cable lines are used to stabilize the legs when the table is open and upright. The cables also function to automate or semi-automate leg, brace and truss extension and/or folding during opening and collapsing processes.

Abstract: A table is provided for the display and promotion of items which can provide a fully side enclosed and recessed table surface or provide a table surface which is enclosed on the sides of the table and open to the front and rear of the table and which can be folded and stored in a space which is less than one-fifth the space required for the table in its unfolded condition.

Abstract: Folding table leg system for positive locking of a table leg in a down and locked position or for positive locking of a table leg in an up and locked position, where a spring loaded lever operated pawl automatically engages an extruded rotatable block member to achieve either an uplocked or downlocked position. A secondary safety lock is also provided. An alternate embodiment provides for a folding table leg system having a minimum of structural components which features primary tangential and wedge locking and secondary locking for massive load or violent shock load occurrence.

Abstract: A portable work bench includes a track having a structural body, and four collapsible legs for supporting the track in an elevated position above a surface. The work bench further includes a dual purpose accessory releasably attachable to the track. The dual purpose accessory has a body, a rail member for slidably mounting the body on the track so that the body is movable along the length of the track, a locking member for locking the body at a desired position along the length of the track, and a dual purpose accessory having two attaching formations for attaching the member to the body of the accessory in a first position in which the member supports an item placed thereon and in a second position in which the member engages the item. A tape measuring device having a case and a reeled tape can be secured to the body of the accessory such that tape is extended from the case and releasably attached to the primary accessory for measuring the cut off length of the item to be cut.

Abstract: The collapsible bedspread holder includes a frame for placement at the "foot" of a bed. It includes metal rods to be "sandwiched" between the mattress and box spring of the bed, with one end of each rod bent up at a 90 degree angle and pivotally and detachably attached to the bedspread holder frame to retain it at the approximate level of the top of the mattress. The other end of each steel rod is attached to one end of a tether the other end of which is connected to an anchor plate abutting the associated ends of the mattress and box spring at the opposite end of the bed. The frame may be deployed from a vertical retracted position in which the bedspread holder is covered by the bedspread and cannot be seen, to a horizontal extended position in which the frame, supported on retractible legs and the steel rods, may support the bedspread when removed from the bed and folded back for storage when the bed is being slept in.

Abstract: A collapsible massage table has two sides, each side being supported by a support structure including two legs. Each leg is connected to the center of the table by a brace having an articulating joint. Two cable lines stabilize the leg structure. Each cable line connects pivot points of legs on opposing ends of the table and at least one of the articulating brace joints.

Abstract: Folding table system for positive locking of the table leg in a down and locked position or a positive locking of a table leg in the up and locked position where a spring loaded lever operated pawl member automatically engages a rotatable extruded block member to achieve either an uplocked or downlocked position. A secondary safety lock is also provided.

Abstract: A folding framework (18) for a ramp section (12) includes folding legs (20). The legs include extendable members (24) extending between the sets of legs with an inner sliding member (28) and a outer sliding member (26) providing for folding motion. The sets of legs (20) both fold inward to a storage position wherein extendable members (24) and the legs (20) lie substantially flat against the underside of a supportive deck (14). The extendable members (24) include an angled end portion (32) which extend downward and pivotally mount to the legs (20) for offsetting the extendable members (24) from the legs (20) when in the folded position.

Abstract: A foldable table leg for use in combination with a tabletop, the combination having a table surface including a top surface and a bottom surface, at least one foldable leg, the foldable leg includes a leg connecting template fixed to the table surface bottom for securing the foldable leg to the table, a column base support attached to the leg connecting template for pivotally receiving the foldable leg reciprocally between a folded position and a supporting position, a track for positioning the foldable leg between folded position and supporting position, an arm support pivotally secured at one end to the table leg and slidably engaged at another end to the track, the arm support for guiding the leg between folded position and supporting position, structure for locking the table leg in supporting position, a release mechanism for releasing the table leg from a supporting position into a folded position wherein the foldable table leg is light-weight.

Abstract: A table includes a tabletop and a pair of opposing folding leg assemblies. Each folding leg assembly includes a base plate secured to the tabletop. A folding leg is pivotally connected to the base plate by a linkage arrangement that includes a first link pivotally connecting the folding leg to the base to define first and second axes of rotation and a second link pivotally connecting the folding leg to the base to define third and fourth axes of rotation. The second link includes a transverse section, and a latch is secured to the base plate for releasably engaging the transverse section when the folding leg is in the extended position. The first link also includes a transverse section or recess for engaging the latch to hold the folding leg in the folded position.

Abstract: A table includes a tabletop and a pair of opposing folding leg assemblies. Each folding leg assembly includes a base plate secured to the tabletop. A folding leg is pivotally connected to the base plate by a linkage arrangement that includes first links pivotally connecting the folding leg to the base to define first and second axes of rotation and a U-shaped second link pivotally connecting the folding leg to the base to define third and fourth axes of rotation. The second link further includes a transverse section, and a latch is secured to the base plate for releasably engaging the transverse section when the folding leg is in the extended position. The first, second, third, and fourth axes are spaced from each other and located so that the folding legs fold flat against the tabletop when in the folded position, but so that the axes do not move "on center" or "over center" and cause the legs to lock up when in the folded position.

Abstract: Apparatus for supporting an object which includes at least two leg members attached to and capable of folding under an object-supporting surface. The leg members are pivotally attached to the object-supporting surface at pivot axes offset from one another relative to the object-supporting surface so that the leg members may fold under the object-supporting surface without interfering with one another. The apparatus includes diagonal supports, attached from the leg members to the object-supporting surface, which are designed to fold with the leg members. The apparatus may also include side rails defining the object-supporting surface. The side rails are configured to releasably attach to a specially configured base portion on an object such as a miter saw.

Abstract: A folding table having a leg pivotally connected to the bottom surface having a locking mechanism including two pairs of linkage members attached to opposite sides of the leg. The two pairs of links allow a slight overrotation of the leg during its closing movement to thereby lock it in position. By the orientation of the links, a bias force is created to maintain the leg in a closed position. A resilient U-shaped spring clamp is attached to capture the leg in its closed position. A separate resilient locking latch engages the pivoting links when the leg is in its open, unfolded position.

Abstract: There is disclosed a portable treatment table. That is light weight and able to stably handle heavy loads. The table being folded into a portable configuration.

Abstract: A new and improved portable step comprising a top platform having a front portion that extends downwardly therefrom. The top platform has a metal edging around a periphery thereof. The metal edging serves to protect the periphery from chipping and splitting. Included in the device are two side supports. Each of the two side supports has a spring loaded hinge theresecured. Each spring loaded hinge is secured to the top platform. Each of the two side supports is extendable to a position perpendicular to the top platform. Each of the two side supports is foldable to a position against the top platform. A front support is hingedly secured to the front portion of the top platform. The front support is extendable to a position perpendicular to the top platform resting against the two side supports. The front support is foldable to a position retaining the two side supports against the top platform.

Abstract: A collapsible stool apparatus having a plurality of leg members attached to a wooden seat, and further including a swivel bracket for allowing the legs of the apparatus to be moved from a substantially flat, parallel closed position to an "X" configured open position. There is further included a handle member secured to the lower face of the seat for carrying the stool apparatus when it is in the closed position.

Abstract: A chair includes a seat frame and a base frame each having a pair of rods coupled to a support frame by four couplers. Each of the couplers has a groove for engaging with the rods of the seat frame and the base frame. The seat frame and the base frame can be supported in parallel with each other when the rods are engaged in the grooves of the couplers. The seat frame and the base frame can be rotated to contact with the support frame when the rods are disengaged from the grooves of the couplers, so as to form a compact configuration.

Abstract: A folding table includes a tabletop and a number of legs operable between a folded and an extended position. A folding table leg apparatus associated with each of the legs comprises a plate assembly mounted to the tabletop, the plate assembly having a pair of handles. Each of the handles has a height greater than the effective diameter of one leg. The handles and the plate assembly define an envelope within which the leg is contained in its folded position and the folding apparatus itself is fully contained within the envelope when the leg is in its folded position. The handles are provided near the center of gravity of the tabletop to improve its maneuverability during handling and facilitate operation of the folding mechanism.

Abstract: This relates to a tray assembly that can serve the of a conventional tray, a bed tray, or a bathtub tray. To accomplish this, the tray is provided with legs. When it is to be used as a conventional tray, the legs are merely folded underneath the tray. If the tray is to be used as a bed tray, the legs are moved to a slightly overcenter position to support the tray in an elevated position. To use the tray as a bathtub tray, the legs are returned to the folded position beneath the tray and are designed to move horizontally outwardly to extend the length of the tray so that it can be located on the sides of the bathtub.

Abstract: A table includes a table top unit, an annular table frame secured to the table top unit, and a leg assembly including several elongated blocks and several legs. Each of the legs includes a foot portion, two leg bodies secured respectively to the foot portion, and two aligned horizontal pivot portions secured respectively to the leg bodies. Each of the blocks includes a first vertical side surface, a second vertical side surface, an elongated horizontal bottom surface, and two end walls. The first side surface is secured to the annular table frame. The second side surface has a horizontal slot and two vertical slots each of which is communicated with an intermediate portion of the horizontal slot. The bottom surface interconnects the first and second side surfaces and has two L-shaped slots each of which has a lengthwise section and a transverse section. The transverse section has a first end communicated with the lengthwise section and a second end communicated with one of the vertical slots.

Abstract: A latch mechanism for a folding table in which the table includes stowable legs, a modesty panel and a horizontal table top supported by the legs. The latch mechanism latches the legs of the table into an upright position. The latch mechanism includes a pin rigidly fastened to a leg of the table such that the tip of the pin projects away from the leg. A cantilever spring plate defining a bore sized to receive at least a portion of the tip of the pin therethrough is attached to the modesty panel of the table. The bore of the spring plate aligns with the pin when the table is opened to its upright position. The cantilever spring plate includes a bend which resiliently biases the spring plate away from the modesty panel. The pin is freed from the bore allowing the legs of the table to move to their stowed position when the spring plate is moved toward the modesty panel against the biasing action of the cantilever spring plate.

Abstract: A folding table has table top halves of molded plastic which are hinged together along a transverse center line of the table by a hinge assembly which includes spaced hinges with a common hinge pin. The hinge pin forms a carrying handle for the table which is exposed when the table is closed and which is concealed between the table top halves when the table is opened. The table top halves have integral moldings for fitting folding metal legs as well as telescopic longitudinal reinforcing bars and transverse reinforcing bars.

Abstract: An exceptionally rigid and compact folding mechanism for a table employs hollow rail members which support the mechanism therebetween. A pair of legs are mounted to the ends of a stretcher member to form a folding unit. This unit is translationally and rotationally connected to the rail members by an over center cam mechanism operated by a lock bar. The lock bar bends to exert locking force in both the unfolded and folded positions of the table legs.

Abstract: A collapsible table is provided with one side that is adapted for pivotal attachment to a wall and having two legs extending from the other side that can be readily folded under the table while the table is simultaneously lowered flush against the wall. A locking member is pivotally attached to the underside of the table top that spans between both legs and is rotatable from a first position where it locks both legs vertically underneath the table top, and a second position where the front legs are free to be folded against the underside of the table top. A collapsing line is attached to one front leg, through the midpoint on the locking member, and to the other leg such that when the midsection of the collapsing line is pulled, it pulls the front legs up underneath the table top which allows the table top to be simultaneously lowered to its collapsed position flush with the wall.

Abstract: A folding table includes legs which are movable between an open, unfolded position and a closed, folded position. A slide plate, having at least one edge wall, is secured to the underside of the table inwardly of the legs. A strut is pivotally secured at one end to the leg. The free end of the strut has a head formed in it which is slidable along the plate edge wall. A locking pin is mounted to the strut head and is urged against the edge wall of the plate. The wall includes an opening which receives the pin to lock the leg in its unfolded position. The end of the strut head opposite the locking pin includes a grip which is operatively connected to the pin. The table is unlocked by urging the grip inwardly. The grip is formed in two halves to define a clip which frictionally receives the leg to lock the leg in its folded position.

Abstract: A work table or office desk with a frame and a work surface supported by the frame, where the frame has a horizontal crosspiece, the ends of which are connected with each one of a table leg having base element. The table legs are fastened by simple structure to the crosspiece in such a way that it is possible to bring them from a space-saving storage position into a stable position of use with only a small assembly effort.

Abstract: A portable craftwork device having a rectangular frame for supporting and tensioning sheet materials is provided. The frame has parallel ends and parallel sides, wherein each parallel end comprises a frame and plate, an upright leg, a leg end plate and a leg support. Each leg end plate is hingedly attached to a leg support and the upright leg is rotatably attached to the leg end plate. Each upright leg is further rigidly affixed to a foot. The rectangular frame may be rotated upon the frame leg end plate through an angle of up to 60.degree. for working upon or displaying an artist's or craftspersons craftworks. The legs of the device may be collapsed inwardly and retained against the underside of the rectangular frame for storing of the portable device.