Abstract: A yarn blocking and storage device is provided. The device includes an upper platform having a first plurality of apertures therethrough and a lower platform having a second plurality of apertures therein. A plurality of support spacers is securable between the upper and lower platforms to maintain the upper and lower platforms in a spaced configuration. A plurality of blocking staves is removably securable through the first plurality of apertures and within the second pluralities of apertures, wherein the plurality of blocking staves can be selectively positioned along the upper and lower platforms to support a motif thereon.

Abstract: A swiveling hand loom includes a support base, a plurality of supports connected to the base and extending vertically to support a loom having a plurality of pegs thereon in elevated fashion. The base includes a swiveling mechanism permitting the loom to swivel relative to the support base which allows the knitter to work on his or her lap and not have to move the loom position.

Abstract: An artificial flower maker including a board or other flat surface, a plurality of arms each positioned along the flat surface and forming a generally circular shape, and a center attachment mechanism for constructing and securing an artificial flower. Each flower is constructed by strategically folding a series of petals from a type of material, and using the artificial flower maker to hold down each folded petal until all folded petals are completed and ultimately secured to form an artificial flower. A further embodiment may incorporate a box or other enclosure for storage and transport of the flower maker.

Abstract: The invention relates to a collapsible decorative assembly and method for making the same, wherein a plurality of foldable elements are positioned adjacent one another such that they may be collapsed and opened in conjuction with one another. The elements have ornamental shaped portions and are folded so as to form inwardly folded regions which enable the elements to be positioned in an interconnected manner. Exterior surfaces formed in the elements by the folding are secured to one another in a predetermined manner to provide collapsible assembly which is opened for use as a decorative bow or the like.

Abstract: An improved form for making ribbon bows provided with large flexible star points, the improvement comprising small star points alternately spaced between the larger star points.