Powder-marking Patents (Class 33/9A)
  • Patent number: 5531029
    Abstract: A new and improved do it yourself hem line marker with chalk comprised of a base having a rounded top surface, and a hollow interior. A recess is formed in the rounded top surface. A sand mixture is positioned within the hollow interior. The sand mixture functioning to weigh the base down. The device contains a three foot long ruler having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate extent therebetween. The first end is coupled with the recess formed in the rounded top surface of the base. The device contains a metal extension having a first open end and a second open end. The first open end is secured to the intermediate extent of the three foot long ruler. The second open end is tapered. Chalk is secured within the tapered second open end of the metal extension. The chalk functions to mark a garment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 2, 1996
    Inventor: Alcye Y. Hawes